Better shot at dethroning Mayweather.

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  1. the_what

    the_what Bolo Punch KO Full Member

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    Hatton or Cotto?
     
  2. lefthook31

    lefthook31 Obsessed with Boxing banned

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    I give them both a decent shot, just because of their styles, but I would go with Cotto, he hits harder, and is a better overall boxer.
     
  3. BigReg

    BigReg Broad Street Bully Full Member

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    Definately Cotto. Hatton can't beat Mayweather at any weight. I think Mayweather would beat Cotto too. However, Cotto has alot of heart and more boxing skills than Hatton. Cotto depends too much on his left and gets hit too easily, which is why I don't think he can beat Mayeather. However, he has a better shot than Hatton.
     
  4. sues2nd

    sues2nd Fading into Bolivian... Full Member

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    Neither.

    Hatton's style doesnt fit fighting a fighter like Mayweather. And Cotto gets hit too much.

    If I had to choose, Id say Cotto. His body attack (which has bothered Floyd in the past) is top notch. And he is relentless.

    Unfortunately, I see them both getting beat.

    Best chances to beat Floyd are Mosely (fast, good defense, attacks the body well and has a great jab), Simms (you will see why after tonight...boxings best kept secret) & Winky if he could still handle the weight....which is a HUGE IF after going up that far to fight Hopkins.
     
  5. fatballer_10

    fatballer_10 New Member Full Member

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    Cotto i think has the better chance. He has the better skill set, but I still don't think he would beat him.
     
  6. kg0208

    kg0208 Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    I think Margarito will beat Williams. But I think a guy like Williams has the tools to beat PBF. Volume punching and such length that it negates PBF's speed.
     
  7. Napoleon

    Napoleon Smokin' Full Member

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  8. Brickhaus

    Brickhaus Packs the house Full Member

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    Simms at 154. Of those two, Cotto. Of course, I'll look like a jackass if Simms loses to Alcine in a few minutes.
     
  9. HandsOfGold

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  10. ironchamp

    ironchamp Boxing Addict Full Member

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    To answer the question Cotto. A fight between Floyd and either Hatton or Cotto would take place at 147 and IMO Hatton would be out of his comfort zone.

    Mosely would be a good choice if he hasnt gotten old overnight (it happens sometimes). I do think that Mosely has slowed down enough for Floyd to beat him.
     
  11. JC2006

    JC2006 Active Member Full Member

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    Cotto by far.
     
  12. markbrooklyn

    markbrooklyn Boxing Addict Full Member

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    It isnt even debateable.. Cotto of course would give Mayweather way more problems.. Mayweather beats Hatton EASILY.. I can't wait for them to fight
     
  13. digiram

    digiram Active Member Full Member

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    Neither...Mosely has the best shot, but at his age, Floyd takes him as well.
     
  14. hellblazer

    hellblazer All-Time Greatâ„¢ Full Member

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    Cotto @ 147lbs....
     
  15. knockout

    knockout Make my day Full Member

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    I would say Cotto cuz his body punching style.