Barrera: ‘I want to beat Manny so badly I can taste it’

hellblazer · 09-04-2007, 07:53 PM

Barrera: ‘I want to beat Manny so badly I can taste it’
Carries weight of Pacquiao’s victims

Inquirer
Last updated 03:24am (Mla time) 09/05/2007
MANILA, Philippines -- Manny Pacquiao has always fought in behalf of his country --anyone who has heard his previous pre- and post-fight talk knows that much.

When he faces Mexican Marco Antonio Barrera on Oct. 6, though, he won’t be the only one trying to summon nationalistic fervor.
Barrera, the Latino boxing idol headed for Hall-of-Fame enshrining, has turned the highly anticipated rematch into a patriotic battle.
“I am not just fighting for personal revenge, I’m fighting for my country and my fellow Mexican fighters who have fallen victim to Pacquiao,” said Barrera after a workout, according to a report at [Only registered and activated users can see links. ].
“I am training harder than I ever have. I want to beat Manny so badly I can taste it. This goes beyond being personal. For me, this fight is about restoring national pride.”

And as if there isn’t enough nationalistic flavor surrounding the match already, a report by the boxing website on the Barrera training in Guadalajara has declared the Filipino ring icon as “Republica Enemy No. 1.”
“Pacquiao has blitzed through the best boxing fighters Mexico had to offer since 2003, including Morales (KO 3, TKO 10), Barrera (TKO 11), Oscar Larios (W 12), Emanuel Lucero (TKO 3), Hector Velazquez (TKO 6) and Jorge Solis (KO 8 ),” the report said.

“The only “blemish” was a draw against Juan Manuel Marquez in 2004, where Pacquiao sent Marquez to the canvas three times in the first round.”
Pacquiao, for his part, continues to train at the Rex “Wakee” Salud gym in Cebu City, and has vowed not to allow Barrera exact revenge for his humiliating loss in Texas in November 2003.
The gym has been closed to the public after trainer Freddie Roach complained to gym owner Salud of unknown individuals secretly taking footage of Pacquiao.

Even the media have not been spared. They have been asked to secure an entry pass at Salud’s office to be approved by Roach.
On Saturday, Pacquiao will hold a media and fans’ day where he will grant the wish of some 43 pupils of the Fun and Learn Achievers’ Learning Center to see him train. Salven L. Lagumbay, contributor

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dave82 · 09-04-2007, 08:09 PM

I hope MAB pulls it off!!!

johnco · 09-04-2007, 08:36 PM

good luck marco in beating pac badly

you fought a 1-d and young pac in your prime, now you are facing a peaking multi-d prime fighter.. i just wish you all the best

brooklyn1550 · 09-04-2007, 08:38 PM

Come on Marco! One last hurrah!

Dr Gonzo · 09-04-2007, 08:39 PM

i put a $50 bet on MAB last night - its paying 3/1

41fever · 09-04-2007, 09:28 PM

We'll see...I think FOTY candidate!

theunderdog · 09-04-2007, 09:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Assassin

He's still one dimensional. Hate to break it to you.

are you saying that mab will be facing pretty much the same that beat him the first time?

Scar · 09-04-2007, 10:52 PM

It'll be shocking as hell if Barrera pulls it out, at least for me.

dangerousity · 09-04-2007, 11:02 PM

MAB is more like a 6-1 underdog for me....

Morrissey · 09-05-2007, 12:27 AM

How can he beat Pac badly?

By runnning around.

That will be bad...

mad_takamura · 09-05-2007, 12:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Assassin

Pacquiao has added a bit more too his arsenal. That's all. He throws to the body a bit more, and every-so often he adds a right hook in. But other than that, he still comes straight forward looking to land his 1-2.

but sometimes he bob and weaves forward like the pac-em 3 fight. might be his technique in facing boxers.

KhanB · 09-05-2007, 12:31 AM

Barrera has always been the smarter fighter if that means anything. Pac has so much talent it makes up for his limitations. I still want MAB to pull a upset though but he has to really hurt Pac to do it.

psychopath · 09-05-2007, 12:44 AM

Can taste what?

. . . the canvas???

Damn I don't want MAB to lose . . . I just can't see him pulling this one off.

mad_takamura · 09-05-2007, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psychopath

Can taste what?

. . . the canvas???

Damn I don't want MAB to lose . . . I just can't see him pulling this one off.

taste original pinoy sorbetes with pac's manila ice

Stinky gloves · 09-05-2007, 01:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psychopath

Can taste what?

. . . the canvas???

Damn I don't want MAB to lose . . . I just can't see him pulling this one off.

I see clearly ... MAB KO PAC in the first round

09-04-2007, 07:53 PM	#1
hellblazer All-Time Great™ East Side Guru Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: icy undertow Posts: 5,107 vCash: 75	Barrera: ‘I want to beat Manny so badly I can taste it’ Barrera: ‘I want to beat Manny so badly I can taste it’ Carries weight of Pacquiao’s victims Inquirer Last updated 03:24am (Mla time) 09/05/2007 MANILA, Philippines -- Manny Pacquiao has always fought in behalf of his country --anyone who has heard his previous pre- and post-fight talk knows that much. When he faces Mexican Marco Antonio Barrera on Oct. 6, though, he won’t be the only one trying to summon nationalistic fervor. Barrera, the Latino boxing idol headed for Hall-of-Fame enshrining, has turned the highly anticipated rematch into a patriotic battle. “I am not just fighting for personal revenge, I’m fighting for my country and my fellow Mexican fighters who have fallen victim to Pacquiao,” said Barrera after a workout, according to a report at [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]. “I am training harder than I ever have. I want to beat Manny so badly I can taste it. This goes beyond being personal. For me, this fight is about restoring national pride.” And as if there isn’t enough nationalistic flavor surrounding the match already, a report by the boxing website on the Barrera training in Guadalajara has declared the Filipino ring icon as “Republica Enemy No. 1.” “Pacquiao has blitzed through the best boxing fighters Mexico had to offer since 2003, including Morales (KO 3, TKO 10), Barrera (TKO 11), Oscar Larios (W 12), Emanuel Lucero (TKO 3), Hector Velazquez (TKO 6) and Jorge Solis (KO 8 ),” the report said. “The only “blemish” was a draw against Juan Manuel Marquez in 2004, where Pacquiao sent Marquez to the canvas three times in the first round.” Pacquiao, for his part, continues to train at the Rex “Wakee” Salud gym in Cebu City, and has vowed not to allow Barrera exact revenge for his humiliating loss in Texas in November 2003. The gym has been closed to the public after trainer Freddie Roach complained to gym owner Salud of unknown individuals secretly taking footage of Pacquiao. Even the media have not been spared. They have been asked to secure an entry pass at Salud’s office to be approved by Roach. On Saturday, Pacquiao will hold a media and fans’ day where he will grant the wish of some 43 pupils of the Fun and Learn Achievers’ Learning Center to see him train. *Salven L. Lagumbay, contributor* Code: http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/inquirerheadlines/sports/view_article.php?article_id=86727
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dave82 Belt holder ESB Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 2,004 vCash: 1000	Re: Barrera: ‘I want to beat Manny so badly I can taste it’ I hope MAB pulls it off!!!
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johnco Contender ESB Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 1,369 vCash: 1000	Re: Barrera: ‘I want to beat Manny so badly I can taste it’ good luck marco in beating pac badly you fought a 1-d and young pac in your prime, now you are facing a peaking multi-d prime fighter.. i just wish you all the best
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brooklyn1550 Roberto Duran East Side VIP Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Michigan Posts: 12,401 vCash: 1000	Re: Barrera: ‘I want to beat Manny so badly I can taste it’ Come on Marco! One last hurrah!
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