Marv Dumon
574 articles · PhilBoxing.com
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Floyd cancels rematch, calls Manny a ‘sore loser’ and ‘coward’
By Marv Dumon
There may be no rematch after all. In a new interview with Showtime, here's what Floyd Mayweather, Jr (48-0) said about Manny Pacquiao (57-6-2). "Did I text Stephen A. Smith and say…
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People lost $1 billion on one-armed Pacquiao
By Marv Dumon
It's impossible for a one-armed fighter to win at boxing. And it'll be difficult for the "People's Champ" to win back the people's trust. Here's the extent of the damage: On Friday…
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Deadly sins of Manny’s apostles (Team Pacquiao)
By Marv Dumon
Manny Pacquiao's terrible performance against Floyd Mayweather, Jr had several root causes. The Pacman could have beaten Mayweather if he had (a) a better gameplan, (b) a more competent/smarter team, (c) hired…
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5 tactics Floyd used to beat Pacman
By Marv Dumon
On May 2nd, a young Floyd Mayweather, Jr, 38, fought an old Manny Pacquiao, 36. That's because Manny showed none of the dazzling footwork he's possessed in the past, while Floyd displayed…
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Manny’s maddening lack of urgency
By Marv Dumon
Mr. Congressman: What were you thinking? An entire country expected you to bring a sense of urgency; a do-or-die attitude; an explosive array of punch combinations. We saw a lack of these…
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Pacquiao’s 3 keys to victory
By Marv Dumon
To win on May 2nd, Manny Pacquiao (57-5-2) will need to impose his will on Floyd Mayweather, Jr (47-0) and not let the undefeated boxer disrupt his attack and rhythm. As mentioned…
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Mayweather’s 3 keys to victory
By Marv Dumon
In The Art of War, Sun Tzu wrote: "If [your enemy] is in superior strength, evade him ... Attack him where he is unprepared, appear where you are not expected." Floyd Mayweather,…
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Prediction: May-Pac will be boring, Floyd runs to avoid fighting Manny
By Marv Dumon
History will repeat itself. That's my prediction for the superfight between Floyd Mayweather, Jr and Manny Pacquiao on May 2nd in Las Vegas. 1. May-Pac will resemble Sugar Ray Leonard vs. Marvin…
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Pacquiao aims for 5th lineal title, arguably an unbreakable feat
By Marv Dumon
On May 2nd, Manny Pacquiao will aim for what could be an unbreakable record in boxing: a fifth lineal title in five weight classes. The 36-year-old Filipino is already the only boxer…
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‘Kid Kulafu’ movie shows why Pacquiao is a national hero
By Marv Dumon
"Kid Kulafu" is a heartfelt movie on the rise of Manny Pacquiao. The film traces his childhood in Mindanao; to his move to the gritty streets of Manila; to young Manny's early…
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Pacquiao: Sport Science shows how hard he punches
By Marv Dumon
Last year, television show Sport Science featured Manny Pacquiao. Here's some amazing stats on how fast and hard the Pacman throws punches: Punch speed: 0.12 seconds (blinking an eye takes 0.3 seconds)…
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Modern Gods: Mayweather and Pacquiao
By Marv Dumon
Muhammad Ali versus Bruce Lee. If Ali and Bruce Lee were in their primes and weighed the same and fought each other, you might get the equivalent of Floyd Mayweather and Manny…
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(Photo) Mayweather was a fan of Pacquiao in 2006 Morales fight
By Marv Dumon
Back in January 2006, Floyd Mayweather, Jr. cheered wildly for a rising Asian boxer named Manny Pacquiao. See the HBO video (5 minute mark) The Filipino fighter, then 27, was fighting Erik…
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7 dirty tactics by Mayweather
By Marv Dumon
"Attack him where he is unprepared, appear where you are not expected," says Sun Tzu, who encourages combatants to deceive their enemy in the classic military book "The Art of War." The…
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Pacquiao records entrance song for Mayweather superfight
By Marv Dumon
Manny Pacquiao, 36, will enter the ring to the blaring sound of his own voice when he faces Floyd Mayweather, Jr., 38, on May 2nd in Las Vegas. On Friday, the "Pacman"…
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Early predictions: Mayweather-Pacquiao
By Marv Dumon
Who will win the megafight between Floyd Mayweather (47 wins, 0 losses) and Manny Pacquiao (57 wins, 5 losses, 2 draws) on May 2 in Las Vegas? We make early predictions below.…
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Photos: Pacquiao plays volleyball after training in Gen San
By Marv Dumon
On Thursday, boxer Manny Pacquiao (56-5-2) played volleyball at Pedro Antonio Acharon Sports Complex after completing his boxing training in General Santos City, Philippines. Here are photos of the "Pacman's" training held…
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5 lessons Pacquiao teaches all of us
By Marv Dumon
On April 12, Manny Pacquiao defeated Timothy Bradley to recapture the WBO welterweight title. Why is the boxer-turned-politician still relevant in popular culture?More Photos View all 8 photos It's more than just…
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Manny Pacquiao film makes debut: Thought-provoking, inspirational
By Marv Dumon
"Manny," a movie documentary on boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao, made a limited debut in select theaters on March 12. The film is narrated by actor Liam Neeson. "Manny" Movie Review The documentary…
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Pacquiao movie ‘Manny’ has new trailer
By Marv Dumon
"Manny," the new movie featuring eight-division boxing champion Manny Pacquiao, has a new trailer. The film is narrated by actor Liam Neeson and will be shown at South by Southwest (SXSW) in…