Manny Pacquiao Next Fight: Opinion by Boxing Journalists

Jul 13, 2008

Many boxing critics and fans are speculating on Manny Pacquiao Next Fight: whether Pacquiao will face Edwin Valero, Humberto Soto or Nate Campbell. Here's a compilation of what boxing journalists on Manny Pacquiao Next Fight and what they're saying:


"Valero is fun to watch but when he faces a serious opponent, he'll be exposed as a one-dimensional slugger with little technique or defense. I'd much rather see Pacquiao face Soto. And, in a perfect world, I'd rather see Pacquiao face unified titleholder Nate Campbell before either of them. Arum will never make that fight because it's way too dangerous."

- by Dan Rafael, ESPN


"I have a lot of respect for Guzman, who I consider to be a top 15 pound-for-pound player, but I’d rather see Campbell take on Pacquiao for two reasons: first and foremost, because it would be a hell of a fight, but also because it would unify all of the major 135-pound world titles. And then the winner of Campbell-Pacquiao could take on the winner of Casamayor-Marquez for the really-REAL-no-kidding-honest-to-gosh lightweight championship of the world. Ya never know, Pacquaio-Marquez III could wind up being for all the marbles at 135 pounds."

- by Doug Fischer, Maxboxing


"Manny Pacquiao-Edwin Valero Next? Let's hope this fight gets made. For although Pacquaio has many other, equally mouth-watering, prospective fights in his future, this one would likely be something truly special. Valero, a truly frightening puncher, against Pacquiao, the undisputed pound-for-pound king! What's not to like?"

- by James Slater, East Side Boxing


"If and when Valero finally defeats some real fighters, his name and talent will be held high above much of the super featherweight division. Should he ever reach that point, he will deserve a shot at Pacquiao."

"As of now, a scrap between the two is far from fair. Manny Pacquiao has defeated a who’s who of powerful Mexican fighters in the Super Featherweight-Lightweight territory. His resume is absolutely epic. If Valero came at Pacquiao with his hands down, Pacquiao would slam him face first into the dirt with a simple side step."

- by Daniel Cohen, Ringside Report


"Fights against Soto or Valero would merely mark time for Pacquiao... For at least the next few months, the Champ vs. Best debate will rage on at lightweight. It will linger on as long as linear champion Joel Casamayor and unified titlist Nate Campbell continue to travel different paths..."

"No matter how you mix it up – Campbell-Diaz II, Casamayor-Katsidis II, Marquez-Diaz, Guzman-Katsidis, and so on – none of it adds up to a single answer atop the division come end of 2008. ...That is where Manny Pacquiao can fit in, now that he's already tested the lightweight waters."

"A place in the Boxing Hall of Fame has already been long ago secured for the Filipino; a win at the very top level of the lightweight division would make his name the newest entry when discussing the greatest fighters of all time."

- by Jake Donovan, Boxing Scene


"I do once more want to make the case for Pacquiao fighting Marquez in the very near future, assuming he beats Casamayor. There are some who have advocated for Pacquiao to fight others, like Nate Campbell or consensus junior welterweight (140 lbs.) champ Ricky Hatton. Those are good fights, but not nearly as good or important as fighting Marquez once more. Why? For starters, Pacquiao is the new #1 pound-for-pound king; Marquez is in everyone’s top five."

- by Tim Starks, Ring Report, MVN


"What the world wants is something else all together. It wants Pacquiao-Marquez III, a showdown between guys who weigh 100 pounds less than the average heavyweight champion today."

- by Ron Borges, The Sweet Science


"It can be argued that Pacquiao left the 130-pound division at the very top, World Championship in hand, with no one else to face; but those who steep themselves into monthly ratings and die-so-much-harder for Our Sport could argue that there was still some farmland left to plow in the forms of Joan Guzman, Edwin Valero or Humberto Soto. ...Is it enough to keep him at lightweight?"

"...Then again, by that time, the winners of Campbell-Guzman, Casamayor-Marquez and Diaz-Katsidis might just be ready. Hell, from the tone of a recent open letter Campbell scripted to the winner of Pacquiao-Diaz (prior to last Saturday night's fight), he'd fight tomorrow."

- by Coyote Duran, Doghouse Boxing


"The boxing fanatics have enough of these fighters who can’t enhance the resume and legacy of the Pacman. Humberto Sotto and Edwin Valero can’t raise the status of Manny Pacquiao. Even if he beats them in a convincing fashion, boxing critics will simply dismiss it as a foregone conclusion."

"Anyway, there are fighters in the horizon who can elevate Pacquiao to the illustrious elite of boxing. Who are these fighters? Well, let’s name them — Nate 'The Galaxxy Warrior' Campbell, Ricky 'The Hitman' Hatton, and Oscar 'The Golden Boy' de la Hoya."

- by Don Leopoldo, Boxing Herald


"There are already talks about Pacquiao moving up to 140lbs and challenging Ricky Hatton, but while he is here, why don’t we compare him against the elite at 135lbs? His next big fight will most likely not even occur at the lightweight limit of 135lbs. Ricky Hatton, whose countrymen’s loyalty rival that of Pacquiao’s Pinoy brethren, is right around the corner at 140lbs for a super-fight. We hope this writer did not waste his time writing this piece, because we would be missing out on some intense action at 135lbs. We can hope, can’t we?"

- by Arben Paloka, 15 Rounds


"Arum mentioned that he hoped to make a bout with Ricky Hatton in 2009."

"But before all that, let's hope that down the line, regardless of whatever promotional battles may exist between Top Rank and Golden Boy, lets all pray that the lightweight division sees fights between Pacquiao and the winners of Diaz-Katsidis (September 6th), Campbell-Guzman and Marquez-Casamayor (September 13th) in the near future. It would be unconscionable if some of these fights never took place."

- by Steve Kim, Maxboxing


"A cadre of Pacman insiders, including Boxingcongfidential super snooper Hermie Rivera, are pounding the Pacman drums and the message is that there is a communication gap between Pacman and his promoter Bob Arum. This camp follower said that Pacman has told Arum he wants to fight Hatton by February or March at the latest. The source said Megamanny sees a megapurse of perhaps $15 million in that bout which is about double what he can earn against Soto and Valero. Whatever Manny wants, Manny gets?"

- Michael Marley, Boxing Confidential

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24 comments :

  1. Anonymous ( July 15, 2008 at 6:09 AM )

    barera is absolutely right, pacquiao get aint nothing when he face valero and soto. manny will should face ricky hatton or nate campbell for a big money and for a history as a legend then retire, manny should not wait that somebody will took his place as a number 1 pound for pound. manny should use his head and look for the future not his anger....

    Anonymous ( July 20, 2008 at 11:03 PM )

    I think the best option for PACQUIAO is to fight one more champion in the lightweight division like CAMPBELL

    Anonymous ( August 6, 2008 at 12:18 AM )

    Pacquiao need not another fight in 135 lbs to prove what he is, world can tell. What he wants is the biggest prize, no matter who is his opponent before the purple colored curtain mark the end of his day.

    Anonymous ( August 7, 2008 at 5:03 AM )

    Nate Campbell once lost to a bum called Isaac Hlashwayo. So what can he do against Pacquiano. Pacman would make a mincemeat out of him!

    Anonymous ( August 25, 2008 at 3:38 PM )

    i see pacquiao getting knocked out within the next few fights..very overated fighter with a lot of heart and passion for his sport but a very weak on defense...

    Anonymous ( December 14, 2008 at 10:54 AM )

    after pacqiao beats hatton i think pacquiao should make an honest national public statement & get everyone's attention then call out mayweather. sparks will fly & boxing will rise once again. knowing mayweather, he'll honor the sincere request step up to the plate & fight for the fans. they should even call it FIGHT FOR THE FANS!

    zman808

    Anonymous ( December 15, 2008 at 6:17 AM )

    PLEASE READ THIS!!!!! The dream fight of the century would be 2 see manny vs floyd mayweather.Now that would be a fight an i believe manny would rip him apart.All the fight promoters need 2 get 2getha an arrange that

    Anonymous ( February 10, 2009 at 11:28 PM )

    my idol manny vs hatton is a very good fight for me not for money matter but for being philippines pride vs british pride.

    Anonymous ( February 10, 2009 at 11:33 PM )

    Floyd weather is Floyd weather he is only want to come back only for hes pride that my idol manny is no.1 pound 4 pound..must better to stay in their house and stay wathcing t.v.thats my advice to floyd weather...pagantalansonny

    leorace2000 ( April 28, 2009 at 7:54 AM )

    Hatton & mayweather fights will do more good for pacman.... it would be an awesome fight..... and ofcourse it would the biggest purse ever... good for the organizers....its good business... hope you all don't forget to share the blessings to all less fortunate people around the globe? Cause I know for sure manny will spread the sunshine to the needy... How about the organizers would you do it?

    hehehehe I hope u do....
    from leorace2000

    Anonymous ( May 21, 2009 at 6:48 PM )

    I am hoping that manny pacquiao vs floyd mayweather will square off to shut mayweatrherfather and son mouth. They think they are both the best.

    Anonymous ( June 5, 2009 at 2:09 AM )

    manny pacquiao...the ultimate fighting machine that gets better end better in every fight.like larry merchant said, how could a guy whos is the former flyweight champion could knocked out oscar dela hoya, knocked out david diaz, knocked out ricky hatton!! 3 champions in less than 12 mos. jumping in 3 different divisions and never lost a round? its impossible! hes a force of nature! they can do the dirty talking but after they get hit by that patented left hook, they wag their tails and eat their words like a stray dog and their proud coaches begin to blame them...manny got the handspeed,the heart,and the hyper strenght..and now hes got the head, and the right hook..who could beat him

    Anonymous ( June 5, 2009 at 2:19 AM )

    here's a prediction, pacquiao wikk beat shane mosley and mayweather will surely sent the aging marquez to retirement and the much awaited quest for the real pound4pound king will explode in early 2010.even if pacmann will win or not in the congress in 2010, he will go up to 154 after beating mayweather or up to 160 and get his 7th or 8th division title and crowned as the mohammad ali of asia! the greatest underdog of all time who shuts the mouth of dirty talking-arogant western and latin american fighters...the greatest individual talent in the history of sport!

    Anonymous ( June 10, 2009 at 2:48 PM )

    no offense dude, i am american, and i think pacman is the best there is...but your being straight up ignorant saying he should try to jump to classes as high as 160..he dosen't have the frame for it..i'm not saying he couldn't beat people in these divisions..but do u really want him to be like ali? have you seen him lately? ali that is..manny shouldn't go over 147, thats just concern for his well being not doubt in his ability. in my book manny is the best there is. i am a white boy and to me he is a hero, now let me ask you this..would you put your pride over the well being of manny?

    Anonymous ( June 12, 2009 at 11:15 PM )

    I am discouraged that Manny Pacquiao is planning to run as a LAWMAKER (Congressman) in the Philippines. I truly admire him, but running and going into politics??????.....it makes me puke. He must be crazy and proves himshelf to be easily swayed into the game of traditional unworthy corrupt, politicians in the Philippines. Drop it Manny, please !!!!!

    Anonymous ( July 12, 2009 at 12:28 AM )

    All i can say is that Manny Pacquiao is the best, in terms of fighting skills, and a good heart for the needy. you are a truly great champion! I want to see Pacquiao VS. Mayweather jr. its awesome!

    Anonymous ( July 12, 2009 at 12:32 AM )

    Manny congratulations! you are a great champion! What a power! a speed! and a fighting skills that nobody has, you are the great athlete that ever live!

    hicut ( July 30, 2009 at 12:15 AM )

    mayweather like father like son.. you two are the bests punching bags of many..

    Anonymous ( February 4, 2010 at 9:52 PM )

    hahahahaha hicut you make me laugh

    Anonymous ( May 29, 2010 at 2:24 AM )

    hey mayweather why dont u just fight the pacman?y do u have sooooo many excuses just to avoid being beaten up by the true ,,genuine pound 4 pound king..hahaha...coward!!!!!

    Anonymous ( May 29, 2010 at 2:32 AM )

    mayweather cmon bigmouth, fight pacman. enough with ur never ending excuses,,y are u trying to change the drug test rules?just fight and see who the real pound4pound king is...ok???,,pacman is clean and u know that dont u ?fight like a real man dont be such a girl...

    Anonymous ( November 2, 2010 at 2:01 PM )

    gayweather - boring... better to sleep rather watching him running around the ring!

    Anonymous ( November 2, 2010 at 2:05 PM )

    make 2X2 m ring for a fight with PAC-gayweather SO THAT HE CAN'T RUN...

    Anonymous ( December 5, 2010 at 4:27 AM )

    How could mayweather became a level to pacman as boxing legend if he only boast for zero lost yet no balls to fight Pacman. Will he just try to make alibis bcoz his afraid to lost. His previous fight is much different to pacman. He only wins to de la hoya in decission while pacman makes in tko. Mayweather k.o. Hatton in 11rounds while pacman make in 3rounds. Mayweather defeat marquez but cheating in weight,funny he's willing to pay million dollar just to make sure his weight advantage..Mayweather where are you come out and fight pacman for the sake of your fans.Don't bother to look like what happen to Diaz,De la hoya, Cotto and Margarito...You can fight like clottey hiding his face all the time or like Barrera running 'til the fight over. You have a skill to evade punch. Who knows you might be lucky win in decission. jerome

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