Stephen A. Smith - 'Floyd said he's be open to re-match'

EatenByTheWorms · May 4, 2015

I have my suspicions that the whole shoulder injury angle is being put out there to make people think Pacquaio would stand a better chance in a rematch, and therefore buy the PPV again.

He didn't look uncomfortable during the fight, there was no grimacing or anything, couldn't have been that bad. I'd probably watch it but I don't think Pacquiao is gonna do much better in a rematch, especially if he still has Roach in the corner.

Bald_Toad · May 4, 2015

bring it on. if this rematch occurs pacquiao should make sure he hires victor conte as his strength & conditioning coach.

abuffy · May 4, 2015

Flexb said: ↑

Pac is not overrated. Pac beat himself in this fight with a ridiculous game plan and no plan b. And the fact is, before any punches were even thrown, Pac was not moving and instead standing right in front of floyd waiting for him. Since when does pac fight flat footed and stationary? He has amazing movement and did not even once try to use that footwork. and again, it was from the opening bell before even being hit! I knew in the first 5 seconds, seeing how pac was standing and not moving, that it was going to be a tough fight for him to win. And just go watch the Oscar fight as an example of his movement from the opening bell, it was very strange he did not use the main tactic he's used his entire career and was the reason he won his big fights.
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I think it was because he came in 152. Wayyyy to heavy. Slowed him down. Too much weight. Why did they do that? Stupidest decision ever made.

stebinn · May 4, 2015

Why the hell would I watch that **** again?

abuffy · May 4, 2015

Bald_Toad said: ↑

bring it on. if this rematch occurs pacquiao should make sure he hires victor conte as his strength & conditioning coach.
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I agree they need to fire Fortune. This is the second time in 4 fights where Manny has come in unprepared conditioning wise.

PBA · May 4, 2015

They'll never get that many people interested again. But I'm sure they could drum up an impressive PPV figure if they market it properly. Highlighting "the shoulder" and do online campaigns and votes like the Khan/Maidana thing "Do you want to see a rematch?"... and go ahead with it regardless of result.

I'm sure after both their next fights they'll be asked about it and try to sell interest again.

Typhoon · May 4, 2015

oh come on, now Fortune needs to get fired? Pac was stationary? LOL

I'm a pac fan but this is just silly, seriously. For of all, Pac was moving a lot, watch the fight again, he was always staying with Floyd, who was moving non-stop.

Two things i blame loss on:

1. His tactics. He clearly went in there trying to bait Floyd into throwing, to then counter. He was doing feints, using movement in an attempt to get Floyd firing, Floyd, being the smart boring fighter that he is, didn't take the bait. He simply seldom threw and waiting for Pac to initiate action. I heard Roach say 'use your feet, combinations, don't just step in'. Pacquiao's constant attempt to selectively step in was a problem. He should've just taken more risks and just attacked. I know, easier said than done, but that's what i felt. I'm not talking about going for broke recklessly, i'm talking about attacking from angles, picking his spots but more than he actually did.

2. shoulder. I don't buy that it was a bad injury but at this level, any little issue is magnified. He's fighting the best p4p fighter and he needed a higher work rate. This is a guy that threw 1,200 punches vs a defensive fighter, Clottey, and he there 430! Some of it is credit to Floyd's movement BUT Pac could've at least managed 500+, easily.

Bald_Toad · May 4, 2015

abuffy said: ↑

I agree they need to fire Fortune. This is the second time in 4 fights where Manny has come in unprepared conditioning wise.
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completely agree, fortune is a great guy and all but clearly behind the times regarding conditioning. at the very least pacquiao should be training with cotto's coach gavin macmillan.

C.J. · May 4, 2015

Typhoon said: ↑

Stephen A. Smith, during First Take, said Floyd told him post fight that he would be open to a re-match IF TR puts up the $$ (of course).

Now, would people be interested? I think people are disappointed but let's be real, the expectations were extremely high. Anything short of Hagler - Hearns, a TKO or an action packed fight would've been disappointing. What ensued saturday night was worst than anything i expected though, although, there have been many more boring fights.

I think after weeks and months go by, people would be open to a re-match. Why?

1. Pacquiao still has the hand speed and foot work. He did hurt Floyd at least once and produced more of a scare than Maidana or canelo provided. That left hand in 4th round shook Floyd and made him lean on ropes and cover up. Pac's problem was he was too cautious at moments and had trouble chasing Floyd down.
2. Pacquiao would employ more aggression in a re-match, guaranteeing a more exciting fight. After facing Floyd in this fight, he now knows tactics have to be different. Clearly, he tried cautious aggression in this fight but he knows he will have to be more of a risk taker next time and he won't disappoint.
3. Stephen A. Smith had a great idea. Make the re-match in Macao, China! Manny would be more energized and it would still generate good $$. It would NOT make nearly as much as it made saturday night but still be the biggest $$ making fight
4. Maybe shoulder injury WAS a bit of a problem and hindering manny's punching. Who knows.
5. Who else can Floyd fight? A re-match with Cotto? come on, people are getting their panties in a bunch here, Cotto has no chance. Pacquiao at least has speed, Cotto doesn't. Pac destroyed Cotto too. Khan? people are giving Khan way too much credit. Danny Garcia destroyed Khan, how did danny look in his last fight? like ****, no? Khan has speed but he has never faced such an elusive fighter as floyd and he WILL be hitting air constantly. He also has a glass chin and the minute Floyd lands a good right, good night! Pac has more power than Khan too, which gives him a puncher's chance. Thurman? again, he would be hitting air all night and he will not look that good, i don't think so.

Floyd probably doesn't want to fight any of these young lions and let youth play a big role. He has already fought Manny and given they are both around same age, age is somewhat neutralized. Manny still has the speed and power to have a puncher's chance, IF he can get inside more often.

i think it's likely.
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Make the rematch in Texas. Have neutral commission & officials
That way there would be no controversy. It wouldn't be for the money but just to see who is legitimately the best fighter
Do you think Floyd would agree to that???? Do you think they'll refloat the Titanic & put in back in use??? LOL The odds are about the same

Boom_Boom · May 4, 2015

Cops need to arrest Stephen A SMITH without any cameras rolling.

cslb · May 4, 2015

C.J. said: ↑

Make the rematch in Texas. Have neutral commission & officials
That way there would be no controversy. It wouldn't be for the money but just to see who is legitimately the best fighter
Do you think Floyd would agree to that???? Do you think they'll refloat the Titanic & put in back in use??? LOL The odds are about the same
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No controversy in Texas? lmao! C.J., you are one of my favorite posters on this site.

Manfred · May 4, 2015

No rematch. Mayweather moving on. Pac had his shot and proved that he is dumb as a box of rocks. Mayweather was playing with him at the end, he even put the rope a dope on him.

boxingscience · May 4, 2015

Pacquiao ****ed up big time in that fight. Not only was his performance way below par, but then he thought he won the fight that he clearly lost. To add more salt to the wound, he then had to make excuses on why he lost. I would watch a rematch, because theres no one else out there for Floyd. Floyd has beaten everybody at his weight.

rodney · May 4, 2015

5 out of 6 people bet Pac.
5 ouy of 6 people lost.
5 out of 6 people were disappointed.
Now rematch?????
You can market anything if your good.
I think Pac would want no testing.

aaalbert · May 4, 2015

I'd be up for a rematch....ONLY IF THEY CHANGE SOME OF HIS TEAM!

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