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Miguel Cotto back a solid betting 2 to 1 underdog
By Ricardo Lois, Examiner.com, Thu, 12 Nov 2009
Last night I reported Miguel Cotto had moved from being over a 2 to 1 underdog to being slightly under the 2 to 1 ratio for his fight with Manny Pacquiao this Saturday night
Some speculated the smart money had swooped in on the favorable betting line to shift the odds.
But as always with gamb Read Full Story >>>It’s Pacman’s show in royal reception
By Francis Ochoa, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Thu, 12 Nov 2009
LAS VEGAS—The lull in between the official welcome laid out by the MGM Grand for the two boxers facing off on Nov. 14 spoke volumes about how this was going to be more Manny Pacquiao’s show than it would be Miguel Cotto’s.
But it’s not like Cotto has no plans of ruining th Read Full Story >>> Showdown in the Wild Wild West
Extra, Thu, 12 Nov 2009
The lights are ready and the stage is set for the showdown between the pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto in Las Vegas, Nev.
Pacquiao said it is a big honor for him and the people of his country, the Philippines, to fight for another world championship, said Pacquiao.
̶ Read Full Story >>> The Press Box Podcast: Too many distractions for Manny Pacquaio; Miguel Cotto in an upset?
By Josh Slagter, The Grand Rapids Press, Thu, 12 Nov 2009
Boxing fans have been asking for a showdown between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao since the Grand Rapids native returned to the ring in September and defeated Juan Manuel Marquez.
But Pacquaio has some business first with Miguel Cotto, and, according to David Mayo, it won't be easy.
Mayo Read Full Story >>> The other side of fighter Manny Pacquiao, in the studio
By Kimberley McGee, Examiner.com, Thu, 12 Nov 2009
It's one way to wind down before a big fight. Manny Pacquiao and his band rehearsed on Tuesday night at the Studio at the Palms inside the Palms Casino Resort.
The studio is one of the Read Full Story >>> Cotto looks to put it all together against Pacquiao
By Gabriel Montoya, SecondsOut.com, Thu, 12 Nov 2009
When two fighters of similar mentalities but contrasting styles collide a foundation is created upon which a violent nirvana can be built. Hagler/Hearns, Castillo/Corrales, and the Ma Read Full Story >>> Cotto insists his power is too much for Pacquiao
STV, Thu, 12 Nov 2009
Miguel Cotto will be relying on strength when he defends his WBO welterweight title against Filipino Manny Pacquiao on Saturday at the MGM Grand hotel & casino in Las Vegas.
The Puerto Rican is the underdog for the fight, but believes his power will triumph over Pacquiao’s renowned hand spe Read Full Story >>> Freddie Prinze Sr., dead 32 years, listed as celebrity guest for Cotto-Pacquiao
By Michael Marley, Examiner.com, Thu, 12 Nov 2009
LAS VEGAS--Piping Hot from Media Central, MGM Grand Hotel for COTTO VS. PACQUIAO:
1. I was thinking that Manny’s beloved dog named Pacman might be in peril with Rosalio, Manny’s father, coming to town. Pacman the man loves his little doggie so much he takes him for his morning runs Read Full Story >>> Pacman seals lips on alleged 'affair' with Krista
ABS-CBN News, Thu, 12 Nov 2009
MANILA - Boxing champion Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao sealed his lips on the issue romantically linking him to actress Krista Ranillo.
"No comment ako diyan," said the pound-for-pound King in an interview with abs-cbnNEWS.com before he went to Las Vegas for his upcoming fight with Miguel Cotto this No Read Full Story >>> Roach fights off distractions in Pacquiao's camp
By Steve Carp, Las Vegas Review Journal, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
In Freddie Roach's perfect world, Manny Pacquiao would train full time in Los Angeles, Roach's Wild Card Gym would be closed to everyone but him and Pacquiao, and those intrusive HBO "24/7" reality show cameras would be turned off.
With the biggest fight of Pacquiao's career just four days away, Read Full Story >>> Pacquiao welcomed like a rock star in Las Vegas
GMA News Online, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
LAS VEGAS – Even before their 12-round title fight, Manny Pacquiao has already upstaged Miguel Cotto, the defending World Boxing Organization (WBO) welterweight champion.
The Filipino boxing superstar was no doubt, t Read Full Story >>> Stakes are high in Manny Pacquiao-Miguel Cotto welterweight title bout
By Joe Maxse, Cleveland.com, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
Now if it can only live up to the hype.
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Miguel Cotto has the tools to win on Saturday, but he will have to be on his game from the opening bell.
Manny Pacquiao, the pride of the Philippines, and Read Full Story >>> Alex Ariza hits back at Mayweather Sr. steroid accusations
By Scott Heritage, Examiner.com, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
Manny Pacquiao's strength and conditioning coach Alex Ariza has hit back at Floyd Mayweather Sr. and his accusations of steroid use by the fighter.
The accusations came out of the blue from the father of Floyd Jr. and sometime trainer, and were not received warmly by Pacquiao or his supporters.
Read Full Story >>> Son of famous boxer, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. fighting to create own legacy
By David Mayo, The Grand Rapids Press, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
LAS VEGAS -- In the boxing gym where Troy Rowland had his first Sin City workout Tuesday, the female proprietor asked whom he fights Saturday night.
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., she was told.
After a thoughtful pause, she uttered the same phrase frequently offered about the son of the retired Mexic Read Full Story >>> V8: Pacquiao/Cotto, Margarito, Haye, Pavlik, Dawson, and more!
By Vivek Wallace, 8countnews, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
What Makes Manny Pacquiao So Great?
Why are we all so infatuated with Manny Pacquiao? Well, for starters, in an era of the sport where few guys are known to "bring it", not only does Pacquiao "bring it", but he "takes it" (the heart) away from opponents who generally have no issue in that area. Read Full Story >>> Cotto 'too powerful' for Pacquiao
BBC Sport, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
Miguel Cotto is confident he will have too much power for Manny Pacquiao when they meet in Las Vegas on Saturday for one of the biggest fights of the year.
Puerto Rican Cotto will defend his WBO welterweight crown against Philippine superstar Pacquiao, who knocked out Britain's Ricky Hatton in Ma Read Full Story >>> Online voters’ pick: Pacquiao by stoppage
GMA News Online, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
LAS VEGAS - In its popular poll, Yahoo! Sports posted the question “How will Saturday night’s fight (between Miguel Cotto and Manny Pacquiao) end?", with readers given four set of choices to select on.
Pacquiao
A big chunk of the 36,338 who had logged in so far or about 64 percent Read Full Story >>> ‘Pacquiao is the fastest boxer and best singer’
ABS-CBN News, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
MANILA – Manny Pacquiao’s impeccable mix of speed and power has fueled his meteoric rise to boxing supremacy. Add to that his charm and other talents such as singing.
Pacquiao has been vocal about his love for singing. He has recorded several songs and is actually gearing for a concer Read Full Story >>> Miguel Cotto vs. Manny Pacquiao Preview
By Trent Pusey, Inside Fights, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
After months of waiting, Manny Pacquiao and Miguel Cotto will finally meet in the ring this Saturday at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. It should be an exciting fight and the action begins at 9pm ET on HBO pay-per-view. The undercard features Julio Cesar Chavez Jr as well as Daniel Santos vs Yuri Forema Read Full Story >>> It was Manny’s stage in Las Vegas
By Francis Ochoa, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Wed, 11 Nov 2009
LAS VEGAS— The lull in between the official welcome laid out by the MGM Grand for the two boxers facing off on Nov. 14 spoke volumes about how this was going to be more Manny Pacquiao’s show than it will be Miguel Cotto’s.
But it’s not like Miguel Cotto has no plans of rui Read Full Story >>>
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