Marcos maidana heads to robert guerrero's back yard

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  1. Dorfmeister

    Dorfmeister Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    After co-headlining an explosive pay-per-view card in April, two of boxing's toughest fighters will collide in what is sure to be a "Fight of the Year" caliber fight when WBA Interim Super Lightweight World Champion Marcos "Chino" Maidana meets WBA/WBO Interim Lightweight World Champion Robert "The Ghost" Guerrero on Saturday, August 27 at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, Calif for Maidana's title. Maidana has proven to be one of the toughest fighters to ever emerge from Argentina and will take on anyone, anywhere, any time, which is why he will travel to Northern California to take on Three-Division World Champion Guerrero in his backyard. The explosive showdown between Maidana and Guerrero will headline the HBO Boxing After Dark broadcast and promises to be a classic battle.
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    "I am happy that yet another great matchup has been set for me," said Maidana. "Like I always say, I am willing to face the best out there. Robert Guerrero is a great champion and I am sure he will bring all of his skills to the ring on August 27, but I will be ready for him. I'm already working hard in training in Puerto Rico to be stronger than ever when I fight him. I know it will be a great fight." ​
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    "Words can't describe how I feel knowing that I'll be fighting Marcos Maidana as the main event on HBO at the HP Pavilion in San Jose," said Guerrero, who will be fighting at home for the first time since 2009. "Bringing a championship fight to the Bay Area is a dream come true and it excites me most that Bay Area boxing fans will get to witness one of the most anticipated fights of the year. I'm thrilled to be the current WBA and WBO Interim Lightweight World Champion; however, moving up in weight to battle one of the most feared fighters in the 140 lb. division for my sixth world title in four weight classes is a challenge I'm looking forward to."​
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    "We have been looking to bring a world title fight to the Bay Area for a long time, and now we have one with Robert Guerrero facing Marcos Maidana in San Jose," said Richard Schaefer, CEO of Golden Boy Promotions. "Not only is this a great matchup between two exciting fighters, but there is a lot on the line in this fight for both men. This bout looks like it could be one of the best of 2011."​
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    "This is one of the most exciting match ups in the incredibly talented 140-pound division," said Kery Davis senior vice president programming HBO Sports. "A terrific match-up like this is what HBO Boxing After Dark is all about."​
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    Dorfmeister, Jul 7, 2011
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  2. happydrinks

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    Maidana gonna lose and hopefully **** off this time.
     
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  3. Imperial1

    Imperial1 VIP Member Full Member

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    Oh this is going to be a good scrap !

    WAR GUERRERO !
     
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  4. Tackleberry

    Tackleberry The Reverse Somersault! Full Member

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    ??? Why the hate? He's one of the most fan friendly fighters out there.
     
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  5. Dorfmeister

    Dorfmeister Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Robert Guerrero is not a big puncher but he's as tough as nails. Guerrero is going to bring the best out of Maidana and the result highly depends on each fighter's will to win. No survivors in there. True candidate to fight of the years.
     
    Dorfmeister, Jul 7, 2011
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  6. Caliboxing

    Caliboxing Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    This will be explosive. I got Guererro.
     
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  7. happydrinks

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    I disliked how he chose to face a shot Morales and then had to headbutt and punch on the break to beat him. Just acted like a ***** throughout the fight, really.
     
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  8. GTSK

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    The ghost will beat him :good
     
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  9. shenmue

    shenmue Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Maidana is one tough *******, Guerrero should beat him but I'm not writing Marcos Maidana off and nobody should. I hope Chino gets the KO even though i also like Guerrero.
     
    shenmue, Jul 7, 2011
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  10. Bar

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    Nice I might have to go to this fight. Should be good!
     
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  11. thai-hardhitter972

    thai-hardhitter972 Active Member Full Member

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    I got the ghost by Decision , I hope Maidana knocks him out though.
     
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  12. DocLouis

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    Tough one, I'd like to see The Ghost win, but I really wanna see Maidana against the top comp some more, so I think I'd like to see him win a bit more.
     
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  13. Bogotazo

    Bogotazo Amateur Full Member

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    I'm going with Maidana. Guerrero controls the distance well, but he doesn't punch at shoulder level (a built-in defense fundamental many fighters lack) and Maidana is good at finding those openings and timing a shot on the opposite fighter as they retreat. He may not have Finito Lopez's punching technique and all, but he's clever at being a good slugger. I wouldn't be surprised if Guerrero lasts, but I have a feeling Maidana will overcome him with will, aggression, and those dangerous looping shots.
     
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  14. Uncle Oden

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    this one is so intriguing. Guerrero's skills are in a different league. Watching this guy over the years, I do believe his biggest issues have been mental, and I really think it's always been about his wife's health. A clear headed Guerrero is a top fighter and right now he's peaking. He's an ultimate good guy and I think he wins this one convincingly. I'm glad Maidana took the fight, though, he won't back down. Guerrero should be able to control distance and if he does that, it'll be one sided.
     
    Uncle Oden, Jul 7, 2011
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  15. Joker

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    Lets go marcos!
     
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