Better opponent: Miguel Cotto or Timothy Bradley

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by AnotherFan, Feb 6, 2012.


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  1. AnotherFan

    AnotherFan Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Pac and Floyd are both supposed to be cherrypickers but in my opinion neither of them have easy fights in front off them. Cotto comes off an impressive win where he avenged a defeat, and Bradley is a skilled and rough opponent with no losses behind him. Since it is nowadays is set in stone that Pac cant box Bradley should have a chance to tear into him.

    Who do you think made the better choice?
     
    AnotherFan, Feb 6, 2012
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  2. eze

    eze Everybody Know Me Full Member

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    Cotto is the tougher fight for Mayweather than Bradley is for Pac.
     
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  3. Post Box

    Post Box I'm back too, bitches Full Member

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    What about the exact same 4 page ongoing thread, with a poll currently up. Can't just check the results from there nah?
     
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  4. jso416

    jso416 F U Nutthuggers!!! Full Member

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    Bradley Pac will be more competitive.
     
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  5. sdsfinest22

    sdsfinest22 Pound 4 Pound Full Member

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    Cotto is a tougher opponent-Loss in 12 to Pac or not-at 154, Cotto would be comfortable and would not struggle with the weight.

    Floyd movin up in weight too which is a small battle in itself.
     
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  6. Bee KeepZ

    Bee KeepZ Roid City Full Member

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    This. Bradley has a good shot at beating Pacquiao, will be interesting to see the odds.
     
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  7. AnotherFan

    AnotherFan Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Hi there, Bee KeepZ. You did a great job with those GIF's of Pac schooling JMM. No wonder a guy with your avatar knows **** about boxing :good
     
    AnotherFan, Feb 6, 2012
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  8. AnotherFan

    AnotherFan Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Shut up, smart ass :twisted: I am half blind, so I failed to see it. Respect my handicap.
     
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  9. oli

    oli Boxing Junkie banned

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    They are both very good fights indeed. Pacquiao especially is at risk of losing.
     
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  10. Bogotazo

    Bogotazo Amateur Full Member

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    I'd say each one suits the opponent better than the reverse would. Cotto is a higher caliber fighter, so I think he's the better opponent.
     
    Bogotazo, Feb 6, 2012
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  11. des3995

    des3995 Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    :lol: That explains a few things. :lol:( sorry brother, couldn't resist)

    As for the topic at hand, I don't give either guy a very good chance against the favorite.

    I guess i would have to say Cotto is a better opponent, simply because Mayweather will be moving up to his comfort weight, he has the power to hurt Mayweather, and Mayweather is not the offensive force that Pacquiao is. To me, Cotto may, just may be able to bag some rounds by outworking him.

    I like Bradley a lot as a fighter, he's savvy, adaptable, and seems to be able to impose his will on guys, but I don't think he has the power to seriously deter Pacquiao, will be at a speed disadvantage and despite having fought above 140, probably hasn't felt power like Pacquiao's.
     
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  12. AnotherFan

    AnotherFan Boxing Addict Full Member

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    You are spot on. Now you know why I dont reply to some posts, miss out on other peoples argument, and flat out deny that my heroes have any flaws. Marquez DID NOT land many good counters on Pac.
     
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  13. des3995

    des3995 Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    You are blind, you missed the rest of my post!

    You'd probably make an excellent judge.
     
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  14. spooky

    spooky Active Member Full Member

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    I am happy for Tim Bradley. He deserves a good payday and he has a good shot at the upset. Pac hasnt been the same in recent fights.

    Tim isnt a big name opponent and is not a ppv numbers draw. but he is a solid fighter and will give Pac hell.

    I'm happy for Cotto as well. He's a badass and will come to fight. I dont know what he has left in the tank.

    Both are good fights!
     
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  15. Leon

    Leon The Artful Dodger Full Member

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    Cotto(e)

    Bradley is a better fight for manny than Cotto(e) though.
     
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