What does Hatton have to do to beat PBF?

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by Words, Oct 3, 2007.


  1. Illstate

    Illstate Active Member Full Member

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    The problem with that is. One of Floyds many strengths is his stamina. So a fight like that would probably have Hatton wearing out in the later rounds. THen it's Floyd taking over as usual. I think Hatton just has to not let any one pace get set. Keep it ugly not much boxing, just shoving, slugging, wrestling, bodying.
    that's how he can negate the skill.
     
  2. Words

    Words Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I cant see Hatton wearing out before Floyd. Mayweather usually fights at a measured pace, whereas Hatton is just relentless.

    I also think that Hatton's boxing skill is being underrated here. He's got quick hands and superb footwork. Dont write this guy off as a one-dimensional brawler, he's not. He's hard to counter because of the volume of punches he throws, he creates angles and doesn't attack in straight lines, he also has good head-movement and isnt as easy to hit as some here think. He also wont be thrown off his game plan by having to take one or two shots on the way in, so if Floyd plans on fighting this fight by being negative and pot-shotting he might be in trouble because that will not deter Hatton at all. At some point Floyd needs to trade and stop Ricky in his tracks, which he is capable of doing because Floyd is a great offensive fighter when he feels the need to be, but it'll mean taking a risk, coming out of his comfort zone and putting it on the line instead of coasting through rounds like he has done against lesser opponents.

    It is going to be a great fight, I really cant wait.
     
  3. Shane

    Shane Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Stupid... try again.
     
  4. Shane

    Shane Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Better but still...
     
  5. Ring Master

    Ring Master The Originator Full Member

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    Get longer arms and a piston like jab, grow about 5 inches and take care of his body while not training.