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The Legend of Manny Pacquiao, Take Two
On January 20th, the day before Erik Morales and Manny Pacquiao wage war again, ESPN's Friday Night Fights series makes its 2006 debut. The main event features a fight for the vacant…
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No distractions this time
FILIPINO ring idol Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao believes that he is now more focused in his coming rematch with Mexican Erik “El Terrible” Morales because, unlike in their first encounter, there are practically…
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Gloves and happiness for Pacquiao
Manny Pacquiao is going to get his wish. He is going to be able to use Reyes gloves for his rematch against Erik Morales on Saturday at Thomas & Mack Center in…
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Rich beyond imagination
LOS ANGELES—Manny Pacquiao is earning textbigbold million—the fattest paycheck of his career—against Erik Morales on Saturday night in Las Vegas. In the event he shames Morales, he’d get even more when they…
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FG, legislators, local executives to watch fight
LOS ANGELES—All roads lead to Las Vegas this weekend as far as politicians and celebrities from the Philippines are concerned. Heading the list of VIPs attending Saturday night’s super-featherweight war between Manny…
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SULTAN, CATUBAY VICTORIOUS IN SINULOG BOXING
RP welterweight boss Dondon "Supremo" Sultan impressively retained his national title after he bludgeoned challenger Cesar Yarte for a fine stoppage at the 1:35 mark of the 7th round Sunday night in…
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OPBF EXTENDS ASSISTANCE TO INJURED BOXER
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY--In a move unprecedented in Philippine boxing, the Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF) showed class and heart as it donated a 'tricycle' to retired boxer and former RP…
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Alcos stops Rodrigo in 6th round; Mepranum TKOs Verdejo
MAASIM, Sarangani Province - World-rated Julius Alcos finally showed his killer instict by stopping Jojo Rodrigo in 2:25 of the sixth round on Saturday night in the main header of the "Bakbakan…
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A Double Standard? You Betcha
In the wake of his stunning and costly loss to Carlos Baldomir last week, Zab Judah was still pushing for a fight against Floyd Mayweather in April. He claimed that this time…
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“Fighting Words” – The Limbo of Marco Antonio Barrera
For Marco Antonio Barrera, the role of the proverbial king of the hill is accompanied by the clich?d loneliness at the top. He is the best of the junior lightweights, a top-notch…
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RSR Mail Bag January 16, 2006
This week we have a "Super" Judah fan predicting a rotund knockout (if you can believe it) over PBF. We've got some dandies here for the much anticipated January 21st showdown between…
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Pacquiao has focus trained on rematch
Manny Pacquiao says he has whipped old distractions, but Erik Morales says he won't be fooled by diversions that he sees as psychological feints in the buildup to their rematch Saturday at…
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Oddsmakers favor Morales
Barely a week before the monumental rematch of Filipino ring icon Manny Pacquiao and Erik Morales in Las Vegas, at least three reliable online betting websites have placed their odds in favor…
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GAB chief assures judges will be fair
Games and Amusements Board (GAB) chairman Eric Buhain said yesterday he will be at ringside for the Manny Pacquiao-Erik Morales bout and if necessary, will use his influence as a member of…
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The dangers Pacquiao faces
When Manny Pacquiao enters the ring against Erik Morales, it will most certainly be a big event in Philippine sports. Some sports fans may even say it’s business as usual. But let…
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PACQUIAO vs MORALES: THE BEST STRATEGY WILL PREVAIL
In their first fight in 2005 both Morales and Pacquiao showed why they are fan favorites and living legends in their respective home countries. Both boxers showed amazing toughness, explosive punching, and…
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Pacquiao Working on another Secret Weapon; Morales Favored on the Sportsbooks
LOS ANGELES, CA (JAN. 15, 2006) -- Filipino boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao and world class trainer Freddie Roach have been holding closed-door training sessions to polish a secret weapon to be used…
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But Pacquiao, Roach upbeat about chances
LOS ANGELES — The past few days, Manny Pacquiao and trainer Freddie Roach have been holding closed-door training sessions trying to perfect their game plan against Erik “El Terrible” Morales of Mexico…
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Morales now favored
LOS ANGELES — The tide has turned in favor of Erik Morales. Reports emanating from Las Vegas, site of this Saturday’s super-featherweight battle between Manny Pacquiao and Erik Morales, said that Morales…
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Manny In best shape for biggest fight
LOS ANGELES — Manny Pacquiao said he’s in the best shape of his life. Six days from now, he added that he’s in for the biggest fight of his life. "The fight…
