Manny Pacquiao versus Ricky Hatton - may the better fighter win!

Filipino boxing lovers all over the world are anxious and eager about the upcoming fight between Manny Pacquiao and Ricky Hatton dubbed as the "The Battle of East and West". This is scheduled to take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 2nd.

In our case, this is the first time that we'll be managing another site as we monitor the fight at our Manny Pacquiao Facebook fan page where everyone is encouraged to join.

Hatton's edge
Some observers feel that Hatton has an advantage over Pacquiao. Primarily because, Pacquiao is smaller compared to his opponent. Hatton is also confident and challenged by how analysts are belittling his chances of beating Pacquiao. He encourages his followers to bet all they got - even their house. (oh my!)

Pacquiao ready
As always, Pacquiao does not underestimate any opponent and even expressed that the Hatton fight is something to look forward. He has already tuned his mind and body to the upcoming match. Although some say that his being humble is already to condition his fans in case he loses - that he is about to face a great opponent.

But what Pacquiao has that Hatton doesn't is the faith of the Filipino people. That in every fight, there is no crime committed, politics put aside, and Filipinos pray for him to win. That power and faith is something that can not be undermined and that puts a lot of responsibility, and even a miracle, for Pacquiao to come out victorious in the past.

But I agree that this fight is something to look forward to as both boxers have earned their respect by working hard without much trash talk.

May the better fighter win. From this blog, go Manny!

Manny Pacquiao versus Ricky Hatton fight uncertain

I was watching the news earlier and heard that Manny Pacquiao's fight versus Ricky Hatton scheduled on May 2 is still uncertain. Primary reason behind it is the revenue sharing agreement between two camps as Team Pacquiao wants a bigger piece of the cake at 60%.

Apart from Hatton, Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s camp, also of Antonio Margarito, has also expressed to fight Pacquiao but it is unlikely that will take place that soon.

Pacquiao shared the news last night in an interview with Dianne Castillejo of Bandila. He arrived with his 3 kids as wife Jinky and newborn Queen Elizabeth was left behind. According to Pacquiao, Jinky and newest baby girl Queen Elizabeth will arrive before the end of the month.

How about you? Who do you want to be Pacquiao's main opponent soon?

I think whoever that will be, I'm excited to do the same coverage we have done on the Pacquiao vs. De La Hoya fight showing a summary (at Busby SEO Test) and round-by-round.

Manny Pacquiao won vs. Oscar De La Hoya

Filipinos all over the world are joyful today as Manny Pacquiao won the boxing match versus Oscar De La Hoya at the end of the 8th round.

Here are some observations on every round:

Round 1
Manny Pacquiao was throwing combo shots right from the start and was able to connect with a left straight twice. Oscar De La Hoya targeted Pacquiao's body and threw more jabs. Pacquiao was able to defend himself and used speed very well.

Round 2

Despite De La Hoya's height and reach, quick and aggressive Pacquiao dominated and managed to punch straight to the face and hurt the Golden Boy with a body shot. His jabs were lethal.

Round 3

Pacquiao continued to connect with his left and made a right hook to the body. De La Hoya throwing left jabs wide and with combination to the body.

Round 4
Pacquiao with a power left hit the face of De La Hoya. Crowd yelled! De La Hoya received continuous punches from Pacquiao in this round, one after the other. Dela Hoya cut near the eye area becomes evident.

Round 5
De La Hoya sticked to the left jab was able to connect with right straight to the body. He threw 1-2 combinations and head shot but Pacquiao was able to counter. Pacquiao connected with a left hook.

Round 6
Pacquiao focused on puching De La Hoya's body one after the other. De La Hoya looked already too tired at this round.

Round 7
De La Hoya's left eye was almost shut due to Pacquiao beating. A fan just fainted in the crowd.

Round 8
Pacquiao continues to deliver punches to De La Hoya - who is no longer punching back.

De La Hoya threw in the towel after round 8.

Congratulations Manny Pacquiao!