PACQUIAO TAKES ON IN JIN CHI NEXT!
12 January, 2007 by Reylan Loberternos
PACMAN GOING BACK TO 126 LBS.?
Tagbilaran City, RP–The last thing that comes to mind when someone mentions Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao (43-3-2, 34 KOs) is a “questionable” choice of opponents. This fire-breathing Filipino boxing icon, throughout his very explosive career both inside and outside the ring, has never been subjected to vilification with regard to these issues. However, it seems that there’s always a first time, after all. Recently, Bob Arum of Top Rank proclaimed that he has already lined up a list of Pacquiao’s next likely opponents, probably in Macao. None of whom, however, except maybe for WBC #2 Humberto “La Zorrita” Soto (40-5-2, 24 KOs) of Mexico, WBC featherweight champ In Jin Chi (31-3-1, 18 KOs) of Korea and IBF titlist Malcolm Klassen (19-3-2, 10 KOs) of South Africa, ring a bell.
IN JIN CHI SET FOR PACQUIAO IN MACAU!
It is an all-Asian brawl! In Jin Chi, the reigning WBC featherweight (126 lbs.) king who gave the then undefeated Erik “El Terrible” Morales all that he could handle although in a losing effort, wins the Pacquiao lottery. Chi is a very tough and rugged pugilist who boasts a reputation of not having tasted the canvass in his entire professional boxing career and should therefore be a great motivation for the Pinoy pug to do another first, just like what he did to Morales. One question remains unanswered, though… will Pacquaio move down to 126 lbs. and try to take Chi’s WBC diadem. This would setup the possibility of becoming a three-time world champion before moving four pounds up and go for his fourth world title in as much weight classes. Let’s wait and see.
PACLANDERS NOT HAPPY WITH PAC & BOB!
In a recent survey conducted at Pacland, a boxing website dedicated to Manny Pacquiao and other Pinoy pugs, a little over 51% of almost nine thousand respondents as of this writing voted that they were not pleased with Pacquiao’s decision to declare Top Rank his promoter. Only 33% agreed with Manny’s pronouncement, while 15% of the total respondents said they don’t care. A previous survey inveterately suggested WBC super featherweight champion Marco Antonio Barrera (63-4-0, 42 KOs), coincidentally and unfortunately promoted by Top Rank archrival Golden Boy Promotions, as the most wanted opponent for Pacquiao. WBO counterpart Joan Guzman (27-0-0, 17 KOs) and Mexico’s Juan Manuel Marquez (46-3-1, 35 KOs), are promoted by Golden Boy as well, these were among the Pacland’s most desired choices when it comes to future foes.
ARUM-OSCAR WAR STALLS PRESENT/FUTURE
Both Top Rank Promotions and Golden Boy Promotions have decided to settle the score in the courts and are both confident that they’ll win the Manny Pacquiao sweepstakes. Neither one is amenable to a settlement, thus a long legal battle awaits these parties. Pacquiao is caught in the middle of this conflict, which could cost him blockbuster and multimillion-dollar bouts with Barrera, Guzman, and Marquez.
THE CHOICE THAT “PACMAN” TOOK!
Prior to issuing his pronouncement, Manny would have asked his "preferred" promoter to buy out the contract he signed with the other promoter and make it as an addendum to their initially forged deal to get out of this mess he got himself into... that way, he can focus his attention on his next possible opponent and not worry about anything else. Correspondingly, I believe Top Rank, with solid backing by Las Vegas business mogul Steve Wynn, can put big money in Manny’s pockets for fighting the leser guys.
ARUM TO PAY FEES! WHAT ABOUT DAMAGES?
Top Rank boss Bob Arum, a lawyer himself, had earlier offered Pacquiao an added clause in the contract assuring him that they will take care of all the legal and monetary responsibilities in case Golden Boy wins the case they filed in court. Golden Boy Promotions, however, could not provide the same guarantee. This issue about legal security might well be the reason why Pacquiao opted to pronounce Arum as his preferred promoter.
BEST TO HAVE BEEN A FREE AGENT!
TRingtalk.com resident columnist Jason Aniel shares the same opinion as I that it would have been best for Pacquiao had he been a free agent. At this point in his career, he is already considered as a major draw. Promotional companies like the feuding Top Rank and Golden Boy would certainly make it a point to promote his fights, as they have manifested recently. Not being hooked up with any of these companies would have definitely minimized if not totally eliminated the matchmaking concerns with fighters under either one of these promotional umbrellas.
PAC MUST SETTLE SCORE WITH MARQUEZ!
Of all the possible bouts being lined up for the Pacman, it has always been my utmost yearning for a Pacquiao-Marquez rematch. Pacquiao needs to settle this unfinished business; otherwise, he will never erase the stigma of the draw, from which most of his critics derive denigration. A decisive win against Marquez practically silences Pacquiao’s critics and installs him as the best fighter there is, if he isn’t yet.
VALERO NEED BUILD HIS FAME & NAME
The undefeated Japan-based Venezuelan and current WBA 130 lb. king Edwin Valero (21-0-0, 21 KOs) is no doubt a perfect opponent for Pacquiao in terms of excitement and unpredictability of the outcome. However, a Pacquiao-Valero showdown at this point in time is not in the best interests of both parties, business-wise. Valero needs to build his name first by appearing in a high-profile PPV card, possibly underneath Pacquiao’s next assignment as the main supporting bout, before both of them battle it out inside the squared circle.
BAUTISTA AND GORRES ARRIVE IN LA!
Accompanied by ALA Boxing Stable’s world class coach Edito “ALA” Villamor, WBO's top contenders in their respective divisions, Rey “Boom-boom” Bautista (21-0-0, 16 KOs) and Z “The Dream” Gorres (26-1-1, 14 KOs) arrive in Los Angeles to train at the Wild Card Gym under the watchful eyes of Freddie Roach for their much-awaited showdowns against Daniel Ponce De Leon (30-1-0, 28 KOs) andFernando “Cochulito” Montiel (32-2-1, 24 KOs), respectively. The mammoth boxing trifecta of WBO championship bouts is scheduled for March 4 in the Philippines.
GONZALES OR CAZARES COMPLETES CARD
With WBO bantamweight (118) champ Jhonny Gonzales (33-5-0, 28 KOs) camp’s apprehensions on defending his title against Gerry Peñalosa (51-5-2, 34 KOs) in the Philippines, stating that they are afraid of a hometown decision. Another Mexican holder of a WBO belt, light flyweight (108) titlist Hugo Cazarez (24-3-1, 18 KOs), is being eyed as a possible replacement to defend his title against either Rodel “Magnum Force” Mayol (23-1-0, 18 KOs) or Bert Batawang (39-12-3, 32 KOs) on the same fight card.
PACMAN GOING BACK TO 126 LBS.?
Tagbilaran City, RP–The last thing that comes to mind when someone mentions Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao (43-3-2, 34 KOs) is a “questionable” choice of opponents. This fire-breathing Filipino boxing icon, throughout his very explosive career both inside and outside the ring, has never been subjected to vilification with regard to these issues. However, it seems that there’s always a first time, after all. Recently, Bob Arum of Top Rank proclaimed that he has already lined up a list of Pacquiao’s next likely opponents, probably in Macao. None of whom, however, except maybe for WBC #2 Humberto “La Zorrita” Soto (40-5-2, 24 KOs) of Mexico, WBC featherweight champ In Jin Chi (31-3-1, 18 KOs) of Korea and IBF titlist Malcolm Klassen (19-3-2, 10 KOs) of South Africa, ring a bell.
IN JIN CHI SET FOR PACQUIAO IN MACAU!
It is an all-Asian brawl! In Jin Chi, the reigning WBC featherweight (126 lbs.) king who gave the then undefeated Erik “El Terrible” Morales all that he could handle although in a losing effort, wins the Pacquiao lottery. Chi is a very tough and rugged pugilist who boasts a reputation of not having tasted the canvass in his entire professional boxing career and should therefore be a great motivation for the Pinoy pug to do another first, just like what he did to Morales. One question remains unanswered, though… will Pacquaio move down to 126 lbs. and try to take Chi’s WBC diadem. This would setup the possibility of becoming a three-time world champion before moving four pounds up and go for his fourth world title in as much weight classes. Let’s wait and see.
PACLANDERS NOT HAPPY WITH PAC & BOB!
In a recent survey conducted at Pacland, a boxing website dedicated to Manny Pacquiao and other Pinoy pugs, a little over 51% of almost nine thousand respondents as of this writing voted that they were not pleased with Pacquiao’s decision to declare Top Rank his promoter. Only 33% agreed with Manny’s pronouncement, while 15% of the total respondents said they don’t care. A previous survey inveterately suggested WBC super featherweight champion Marco Antonio Barrera (63-4-0, 42 KOs), coincidentally and unfortunately promoted by Top Rank archrival Golden Boy Promotions, as the most wanted opponent for Pacquiao. WBO counterpart Joan Guzman (27-0-0, 17 KOs) and Mexico’s Juan Manuel Marquez (46-3-1, 35 KOs), are promoted by Golden Boy as well, these were among the Pacland’s most desired choices when it comes to future foes.
ARUM-OSCAR WAR STALLS PRESENT/FUTURE
Both Top Rank Promotions and Golden Boy Promotions have decided to settle the score in the courts and are both confident that they’ll win the Manny Pacquiao sweepstakes. Neither one is amenable to a settlement, thus a long legal battle awaits these parties. Pacquiao is caught in the middle of this conflict, which could cost him blockbuster and multimillion-dollar bouts with Barrera, Guzman, and Marquez.
THE CHOICE THAT “PACMAN” TOOK!
Prior to issuing his pronouncement, Manny would have asked his "preferred" promoter to buy out the contract he signed with the other promoter and make it as an addendum to their initially forged deal to get out of this mess he got himself into... that way, he can focus his attention on his next possible opponent and not worry about anything else. Correspondingly, I believe Top Rank, with solid backing by Las Vegas business mogul Steve Wynn, can put big money in Manny’s pockets for fighting the leser guys.
ARUM TO PAY FEES! WHAT ABOUT DAMAGES?
Top Rank boss Bob Arum, a lawyer himself, had earlier offered Pacquiao an added clause in the contract assuring him that they will take care of all the legal and monetary responsibilities in case Golden Boy wins the case they filed in court. Golden Boy Promotions, however, could not provide the same guarantee. This issue about legal security might well be the reason why Pacquiao opted to pronounce Arum as his preferred promoter.
BEST TO HAVE BEEN A FREE AGENT!
TRingtalk.com resident columnist Jason Aniel shares the same opinion as I that it would have been best for Pacquiao had he been a free agent. At this point in his career, he is already considered as a major draw. Promotional companies like the feuding Top Rank and Golden Boy would certainly make it a point to promote his fights, as they have manifested recently. Not being hooked up with any of these companies would have definitely minimized if not totally eliminated the matchmaking concerns with fighters under either one of these promotional umbrellas.
PAC MUST SETTLE SCORE WITH MARQUEZ!
Of all the possible bouts being lined up for the Pacman, it has always been my utmost yearning for a Pacquiao-Marquez rematch. Pacquiao needs to settle this unfinished business; otherwise, he will never erase the stigma of the draw, from which most of his critics derive denigration. A decisive win against Marquez practically silences Pacquiao’s critics and installs him as the best fighter there is, if he isn’t yet.
VALERO NEED BUILD HIS FAME & NAME
The undefeated Japan-based Venezuelan and current WBA 130 lb. king Edwin Valero (21-0-0, 21 KOs) is no doubt a perfect opponent for Pacquiao in terms of excitement and unpredictability of the outcome. However, a Pacquiao-Valero showdown at this point in time is not in the best interests of both parties, business-wise. Valero needs to build his name first by appearing in a high-profile PPV card, possibly underneath Pacquiao’s next assignment as the main supporting bout, before both of them battle it out inside the squared circle.
BAUTISTA AND GORRES ARRIVE IN LA!
Accompanied by ALA Boxing Stable’s world class coach Edito “ALA” Villamor, WBO's top contenders in their respective divisions, Rey “Boom-boom” Bautista (21-0-0, 16 KOs) and Z “The Dream” Gorres (26-1-1, 14 KOs) arrive in Los Angeles to train at the Wild Card Gym under the watchful eyes of Freddie Roach for their much-awaited showdowns against Daniel Ponce De Leon (30-1-0, 28 KOs) andFernando “Cochulito” Montiel (32-2-1, 24 KOs), respectively. The mammoth boxing trifecta of WBO championship bouts is scheduled for March 4 in the Philippines.
GONZALES OR CAZARES COMPLETES CARD
With WBO bantamweight (118) champ Jhonny Gonzales (33-5-0, 28 KOs) camp’s apprehensions on defending his title against Gerry Peñalosa (51-5-2, 34 KOs) in the Philippines, stating that they are afraid of a hometown decision. Another Mexican holder of a WBO belt, light flyweight (108) titlist Hugo Cazarez (24-3-1, 18 KOs), is being eyed as a possible replacement to defend his title against either Rodel “Magnum Force” Mayol (23-1-0, 18 KOs) or Bert Batawang (39-12-3, 32 KOs) on the same fight card.
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