KATSIDIS FIGHTS ON
Hey Dougie, Fight fans are spoiled with great fights in November. Every weekend features a 5-star match up. However, the fight that I am looking forward to most is Juan Manuel Marquez V Micahel Katsidis.
After Michael’s brother died tragically this week I assumed the fight would be off, but I read with great admiration that Katsidis will fight on. Good for him! A true warrior!
http://www.fightnews.com/Boxing/michael-katsidis-statement-63978
Thanks Dougie. — Choppa B., Sydney, Australia
Marquez-Katsidis is also the fight I?m looking forward to most in November, but I wouldn?t have blamed Katsidis for pulling out that lightweight championship for personal reasons following his brother?s passing.
That he?s fighting on is admirable; that he?s doing it for his brother and in his brother?s memory is moving. I don?t mind telling you that I got a little choked up reading his statement on Fightnews.
This lightweight showdown features two of my favorite fighters, and prior to the death of Katsidis? brother I didn?t care who won it — I just wanted to see a terrific fight (which I?m sure we?ll get) — but now, even though I know there?s no rooting on press row, it?s going to be hard not to want to see Aussie challenger prevail.
Whatever happens, I know Katsidis will give his all (as usual), make for a compelling fight, and do himself and his brother proud.
24/7: PACQUIAO-MARGARITO
Does 24/7 start this weekend? — JB
It does indeed. First episode premieres on Saturday, 10:30 p.m. ET. I?m actually looking forward to this one. It?s been a long while since I?ve given a rat?s ass about a 24/7. The guy I hope fans outside of Southern California learn the most about during this series is Robert Garcia. He?s a class act and he runs a real gym, one that welcomes the youth of his community.
RANDOM THOUGHTS
Hey Dougie, Just read your Monday Mailbag and wanted to add some thoughts.
Antonio Tarver did not look that good to me. He did not glide around the ring, although he spins well, he had very little pop in his punches. I think that he would benefit by coming in about 15 lbs lighter and also working on his punching power. He will need to be able to discourage opponents in the future. I saw nothing that will discourage an A-level or even B-level heavyweight right now.
