Well,wether you respect him or not,he's the future of the 140/147 pound division. He compensates power for speed/footwork and all around boxing ability....Paulie has stated numerous times he's not hesitant in facing anyone - and I think he proved that with his fight with Cotto.
I too can't stand the little ***** but perhaps winning the title fair and square has matured the metro sexual.If so,he should provide some good entertainment in the Jr. division.
For the love of Christ sack swingers he beat a journey man and got molested by Miguel Cotto but managed to go the distance. Now hes the future of 140 and 147? Ridiculous overhype.
He fought Cotto when he was in much need of improvement - sort of green imo.....Given the circumstances,he fought brilliantly;and recently dominating a live/game opponent. He's the future of 140/147.