Check in with Benchwarmers United throughout the night as we provide full coverage of the Manny Pacquiao vs. Joshua Clottey welterweight showdown. Pacquiao (50-3-2) defends his WBO welterweight title against Clottey (35-3) at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas before a crowd of 50,000 beginning at 11:50 PM EST.
Pacquiao Vs Clottey Live Play By Play
The following is the play-by-play call of the fight:
Round 1
Pacquiao comes out and immediately attempts to establish his jab. Pacquiao lands a left followed by right to body. Clottey is on defensive, blocking punches. Pacquiao lands some shots to body and arms along the ropes. Clottey misses with jab and takes a right to head from Pacquiao. Pacquiao sticks the jab and Clottey follows with a hard right hand. Bell sounds.
Uneventful first round goes to Pacquiao.
Round 2
Pacquiao comes out again and is dictating the pace. Clottey still on defense and Pacquiao is struggling to find openings. Pacquiao continues to throw punches but Clottey is blocking them all. Clottey lands blow below the belt, but no call from ref. Pacquiao rips a left through Clottey’s guard. Solid left by Clottey. Pacquiao continues to throw but everything is being blocked. Pacquiao gets through the guard and scores just before the bell.
Another round for Pacquiao due to his constant activity
Round 3
Pacquiao comes out and is still throwing punches without much response from Clottey. Pacquiao is starting to get through Clottey’s guard a little better now. Clottey unleashes a few punches, now back on the defensive. Pacquiao keeps pouring on the punches. Clottey counters and lands a hard right. Pacquiao picks up pace and corners Clotter in corner, landing partially blocked shots. Round comes to end.
Pacquiao still throwing too many punches to Clottey’s, another easy round.
Round 4
Clottey is slightly picking up his pace, but Pacquiao is still outpunching Clottey three to one. Clottey’s defense is still tough to break. Pacquiao lands punches with two hands at once, ref pauses fight and gives warning. Pacquiao lands a shot and Clottey falls back into the corner. Clottey’s defense is still tight with his defense and recovers. Clottey hasn’t thrown a punch now in 30 seconds. Pacquiao still struggling to break the defense as Clottey lands to body. Another left by Clottey as round ends.
Another walkover round for Pacquiao
Round 5
Pacquiao is now throwing four punches to every shot thrown by Clottey. Pacquiao calls on Clottey to throw punches, taking open shots to body. Pacquiao begins throwing hands again, but Clottey is still defending well. Pacquiao still pecking away with shots that are being partially blocked. Clottey is again not throwing punches. Right to head by Pacquiao. Pacquiao attacks landing a flurry of shot. No response from Clottey as round end
Pacquiaouiao with another easy and clear round.
Round 6
Pacquiao continues to throw hands at a fast pace. Clottey has no answer to respond. Right to head by Pacquiao. Flurry of shots landed by Pacquiao. Clottey lands back to back rights, followed by a combination. Pacquiao responds with flurry of punches, putting Clottey back on the defensive. Pacquiao unleashes another flurry of shots to close the round.
Six rounds to zero, Pacquiao in a total mismatch here.
Round 7
Clottey opens the round with more activity and lands a few shots. Pacquiao goes back to unleashing shot after shot, but Clottey strikes back with a left. Clottey is beginning to open up more, but Pacquiao is still outpunching him by a wide margin. Pacquiao lands a left, followed by a body shot. Clottey again dormant, not throwing punches. Pacq is burying Clottey with shots. Round ends.
Best round of night for Clottey, but another round goes to Pacquiao
Round 8
Clottey comes out in tight defense again as Pacquiao remains active. Pacquiao lands a solid left. Low blow by Clottey, refs gives Pacquiao time to recover. Pacquiao goes right back to throwing shot after shot with Clottey going dorman again. Pacquiao has thrown about 30-40 shots without a response back. It’s getting ugly and Clotteys corner begs him to open up and fight.
Dominating round by Pacquiaou
Round 9
Pacquiao is just bombing away again as Clottey stays in tight defense. Clottey is fighting scared looking to last. Clottey unleashes a combination, but goes right back into his defensive guard. Pacquiao is back to throwing shot after shot. Clottey misses with a right and Pacquiao counters with combination that make Clottey pay for it. More punch activity by Pacquiao as the round ends.
Score another round for Pacquiao
Round 10
Pacquiao still looks fresh as the first round as he continues to bomb away. Clottey’s defense is still solid, blocking most of Pacquiao’s punches. Combination of body shot landed by Pacquiao. Clottey continues to not take a chance, as Pacquiao keeps slamming shots on Clottey’s guard. Clottey lands to blows, but backs out into his guard again. Pacquiao is again unloading as he throws 20 unanswered punches. Clottey lands a solid right to close round.
Another easy round for Pacquiao. Ten rounds to zero.
Round 11
Lampley notes that Pacquiao has thrown more punches tonight after ten rounds than any of his previous 55 bouts. Pacquiao has reduced his pace, but Clottey still refusing to open up. Clottey lands a shot and Pacquiao unleashes about 15 unanswered punches. The crowd is now chanting Manny. Clottey battles back and lands three left uppercuts in a row. Pacquiao rallies and begins to unleash again as Clottey goes back into his shell.
Another great round for Pacquiao
Round 12
Clottey is looking a little more game, lands a hard left hook. Inadvertent headbutt pauses the action. Clottey lands a left to body. Pacquiao is still throwing flurries of punches. Clottey throws a left that lands, but Pacquiao picks up pace and starts landing shots again. Pacquiao is landing shots three to one again, as Clottey ends the fight as he started it, burying his face behind his gloves.
Twelve rounds to zero. Pacquiao throws a dominating shutout.
Official Result
Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision 120-108, 119-109 and 119-109 to retain his WBO Welterweight title.
Will 13 be a lucky number for the underdog fighter Joshua Clottey tonight or will Manny Pacquiao turn the lights out on him tonight?This fight is a enormous opportunity for one and would be a devastating loss for the other. Who walks away with the Welterweight title tonight?…
Manny Pacquiao has too much to lose tonight.
Pacquiao has everything to lose and very little to gain. He is a huge favorite and is more than expected to get the job done tonight. He was supposed to fight Floyd Mayweather Jr. in what would have been the potential fight of the decade but instead must sort of tune up of sorts in hope that theWill 13 be a lucky number for the underdog fighter Joshua Clottey tonight or will Manny Pacquiao turn the lights out on him tonight?This fight is a enormous opportunity for one and would be a devastating loss for the other. Who walks away with the Welterweight title tonight?…might still take place down the road. Pacquiao must not and will not take the hungry Clottey lightly. Pacquiao looked as dominate as ever in his 12th round TKO of Miguel Cotto in his last fight. He has as much pride as any fighter there every was and is considered the best pound for pound fighter in the world. A loss would derail all the momentum he has worked for and would be more than a blip at this time in his career.
Clottey can use this opportunity to make a big name for himself and grab the title all in one bout. He is a very hungry and determined fighter and that makes him so dangerous. He is coming off a split decision loss to Cotto in a bout that he could of well won. He is a relentless fighter and will come to fight for sure. His birthday is March 16 and what a birthday present this would be. Manny better be ready to fight form the opening bell because Joshua will come prepared and ready.
This fight will come down to you wants it more and who has most to lose. Pacquiao has the heart of a champion, fights for a country and has too much to lose in this fight. He is in prime condition and will be relentless as long as the fight lasts. He will also be out to show Mayweather Jr. what he is made of. Too much Manny too often. Manny will punish him from the opening bell and get this fight stopped fight in the fifth round be a TKO.
After days of speculation, Floyd Mayweather Jr. (40-0) officially signed a fight contract to meet Shane Mosley (46-5). Rumors leaked out last week that the fighters had come to agreement, but Mayweather had yet to sign the deal. The bout will take place on May 1, 2010 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
Mayweather / Mosley Officially On
A key stipulation of the bout agreement was drug testing, an issue which caused the collapse of the Pacquiao negotiation. Mosley has previously admitted to taking steroid supplied by the notorious BALCO labs, although he stands by his statement that he did so unknowingly. Mosley agreed to Olympic-style drug testing, the very same arrangement Pacquiao refused to accept within the fight contract.
The moves made by Mayweather’s team of advisers are masterful. They were not prepared, nor desired to make the fight with Pacquiao. The sports media pressured Mayweather’s team to make the “super fight” between the two fighters considered to be the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world. Taking another fight or two against top-shelf boxers with less weapons financially makes more sense, especially considering Mayweather’s known financial issues.
Requesting the same Olympics drug testing of Mosley is also genius. They got inside the head of Pacquiao first by asking for it, now they get another respected fighter in Mosley to agree to the very same terms, and this guy previously has used steroids for real. It puts Pacquiao’s back against the ropes to agree to the drug testing terms, which he will eventually have to accept now that Mosley has agreed to these same terms and has set a precedent. If he refuses, he places a stain on a wonderful career that will forever have an asterisk placed next to it.
More importantly, the drama unveiled by the Mayweather team has just significantly increased the interest in a Pacquiao showdown further, which will no doubt smash pay-per-view records when it finally occurs.
For Mayweather, a fight with Mosley holds very little risk to his undefeated record and pound-for-pound title reign. Mosley’s style is made to order for Mayweather. The stalker walk-down approach that Mosley applies will result in a blitz of counter punch shots that will come at a speed Mosley has never experienced in his career.
The losses to Vernon Forrest and Winky Wright provide the blueprint to beating Mosley. Establish a solid jab, focus on counter punching and when Mosley gets in close, work the clinch. You read this and if you’ve watched a Mayweather fight, these are the things that Mayweather does better than anyone in the fight game.
Despite what appears to be a mismatch for the aging Mosley, his pride keeps him defiant. In an interview with Yahoo Sports, Mosley shared “They can test me every day, twice a day, if they want. I’m a clean athlete and I’ve been a clean athlete. I’m willing to do this for every fight I have for the rest of my career. I want it so you guys (in the media) know, so the public knows, so everybody knows. I’m clean, I’ve been clean and I have nothing to hide.”
But Mosley didn’t stop there. “I lost to guys he wouldn’t fight,” Mosley said. “The bottom line is, I’m the best fighter in the world. I know that. I believe I’ve proven that. But this is a great fight, a big fight against a guy who is very talented. When I get my chance, I’ll show you who deserves to be the best in the world.”
Again, masterful work by Mayweather’s team. A fight against Mosley will generate much interest and he’ll make millions in what will likely be a sparring session against a fighter whose best days are behind him. A Mosley matchup after Pacquiao held much less cachet and getting this fight in before the “super fight” lines the wallets of everyone involved.
The best fighter in the world was honored Monday with a much deserved distinction. Manny Pacquiao was voted fighter of the decade by the Boxing Writer’s Association Of America. Along with fighter of the decade, Manny wins his third fighter of the year award. He is in some elite company joining Muhammad Ali and Evander Holyfield with the distinction. Pacquiao will now be considered one of the best boxers of all time.
Manny Pacquiao wins fighter of the decade.
Pacquiao (50-3) with two draws was last seen dismantling Miguel Cotto in November in a Welterweight bout that secured Manny a record 7th title in a weight division. Pacquiao was a dominant as you can get in that fight and was set to fight Floyd Mayweather Jr. in a colossal match set for March.Both fighters are fighting at their best and this would of been one for ages. Instead of this fight taking place, Pacquiao will take on Joshua Clottey for his WBO belt. Manny beat out the forementioned Mayweather Jr among others to win fighter of the deacde.
It is a cryin’ shame that this bout will not tke place as both fighters are considered the best pound for pound fighters in the world. Boxing fans were hoping for this “Spring Fling” to take place, but it just was not meant to be. I was looking forward to this fight more than any other I have as a boxing Fan. You had people going back and forth on who they think would win. It was a great debate but now will we will have to wait. What a shame.
I am glad to see Pacquiao was recognized as the best fighter around. I have no doubt that he would of showed Mayweather Jr. the reason why he was honored. Anyway Manny will have to settle for this in the mean time. I am glad the writers got this one right. Congratulation Manny Pacquiao.
Manny Pacquiao has to fight Floyd Mayweather out of the ring due to the fact that Mayweather and his team, family and Golden Boy Promotions have defamed the character of the best fighter in the world. Mayweather will do anything to try to get into the head of Pacquiao.
Maywather may have bitten off more than he can chew in his allegations against Manny Pacquiao.
I think he knows the daunting task that is ahead of him in this bout. This will be his toughest fight of his life, and he knows it.
Manny was forced to file a suit against Mayweather and his entourage. Mayweather has alleged that Pacquiao has used performance enhancing in the past. This a insult to the proud Pacquiao. Pacquiao, like any fight in his life, has not ducked any blood or urine test whatsoever. In my opinion, this is dirty pool by Mayweather. He fears Manny. This will backfire and give the already highly motivated Pacquiao another reason to punch Mayweather in the face.
The March 13 Superfight in Vegas is the boxing match that every fan wants to see. These un found allegations could up
tainting this colossal mathup. Mayweather needs to concentrate on the fight in the ring instead of the fight outside of it.I don’t like to see these tactics in any sport at anytime. I hope this fight happens in the spring ,and these allegations does not hinder it.
I liked Pacquiao in this fight, but know I love him. This will give him the drive to fight even harder. It is always the fight inside the fighter that you have to worry about. Mayweather has a fight on his hands and better worry on March 13. Lets see what is inside of him. It is time to fight inside the ring.
Mayweather Will Fall From The Ranks of The Unbeaten Against Manny Pacquiao
I cannot tell you how forward I am to seeing Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao. This bout pits the best p0und for pound fighters in the world. Boxing is in bad need of a colossal matchup like this, and the public will eat it up. Pacquiao is coming off a most impressive victory over Miguel Cotto. He dominated Cotto with his speed and endurance on his way to a 12th round fight stoppage.
Cotto came into the fight in the best shape of his life and left a badly beaten fighter. The beating was so bad, Cotto’s wife left ringside in the 10th round and his father pleaded with his corner to stop the fight in the 11th round. Mayweather scored a impressive unanimous victory over Juan Manuel Marquez. These two fighters have the talent to make this Welterweight bout the best boxing match in years.
Pacquiao has the speed and endurance to match the great counter and speed of Mayweather. There is no greater heart than that of Manny Pacquiao, and he fights with the pride of the Philippines in every fight. He also has the best trainer in the world in Freddie Roach. I love all the intangibles that Manny has going for him and that will make the difference in this fight. Manny has more heart and will than Floyd. Mayweather will need to fight his best and counter Manny’s speed and endurance. It will be too much Manny from start to finish. Pacquiao wins a unanimous decision.
This bout looks to take place March 13 in Las Vegas. I think 13 will be a unlucky number for one Floyd Mayweather Jr.
As a life long fan of boxing I am excited. We finally have some great matches happening.
Guys have stopped ducking tough opponents and want to see who is the better man. Pacquiao and Mayweather will be a great fight. While I’m not a fan of Manny’s style, he is fun to watch. Floyd is probably the best fighter in the last 15 years or so. I’ll go ahead and predict that Floyd beats Manny. Manny will simply have a tough time with Floyd’s hand speed and will get counter punched.
The middleweight and super middleweights are heating up also. Andre Ward is emerging as the man to beat, with Carl Froch, Arthur Abraham, Kelly Pavlik and Paul Williams all in the mix. These fighters all have a combination of skill and power to make some fights to remember.
Then we have the Klitchko brothers. The boys need to take some bigger fights this coming year to jump start the heavyweight division. The division needs to grab some of the limelight back that it once had. With David Haye moving up, it will be interesting given he has a big punch and a suspect chin.
All in all, I am looking forward to an exciting 2010 in the world of boxing
Manny Pacquiao (50-3-2) maintained his claim to the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world with dominating performance against former champion Miguel Cotto (34-2) on Saturday night in Las Vegas, NV. Pacquiao delivered punishing blows from the onset of the fight, leaving referee Kenny Bayless no choice but to throw in the towel and end the abuse being delivered to Cotto. The victory sets up for perhaps the biggest welterweight fight off all-time between Pacquiao and undefeated champion Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Pacquaio Score TKO Victory over Cotto (ESPN.com)
The fight started out with a very confident Cotto attacking Pacquiao during the first round with a stiff jab that was clearly affecting Pacquiao’s ability to counter-attack. The momentum shifted in Round 3, as Pacquiao began to deliver shot from a range of angles, catching Cotto by surprise with a right hook that dropped him to the floor. Cotto was unphased and finished the round strong.
The tide of the fight turned in Round 4, as Pacquiao continued to press the fight and flatted Cotto with a combination of punches near the end of the round. Cotto was able to pull himself off the canvas, but the damage was done. Pacquiao stepped up the attack in Rounds 6 and 7, putting Cotto on the full defensive just trying to survive.
The savage beating continued into the later round. Between Rounds 9 and 10, Cotto’s corner asked him if he wanted to continue and Cotto proceeded forward. Not able to withstand watching the fight further, Cotto’s wife and son left ringside to return to the locker room. Before Round 12, Cotto’s father came to the corner begging for the fight to be stopped, but was turned away. Cotto continued to be beaten badly by Pacquiao until referee Kenny Bayless displayed the mercy that Cotto’s corner would not provide.
With this victory, Pacquiao has clearly placed his stamp onto the title of best pound-for-pound. In post-fight interviews, Pacquiao displayed his usual humbleness at victory when asked about making a fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr. While Pacquiao maintained his silence, trainer Freddie Roach expressed their desire to make the fight happen with Mayweather Jr. to prove once-and-for-all who holds the crown.
The following is our play-by-play call of this evening’s fight:
Round 1
Cotto kicks off the fight with a snapping left jab the connect solidly. Pacquiao connects with a combination as he darts in at Cotto. Pacquiao is showing respect to Cotto’s power, continuing to dash in and out with punches. Cotto stick with his jabbing, landing consistently and leaving no openings for Pacquiao’s counter punching.
Round goes to Cotto.
Round 2
Cotto start the round leading with the jab. Pacquiao continues to fight on the fringe, landing darting combination. Cotto lands a sharp jab and Pacquiao counters with a right-left combination. Cotto responds with a left hook that backs off Pacquiao. The speed of Pacquiao is beginning to take over, as he begins landing a series of shots to Cotto. It appears that the punches are having little impact as Cotto keeps moving forward as the round comes to and end.
Round goes to Pacquiao
Round 3
Cotto comes back out with a series of jabs as he hunts down Pacquiao. Cotte lands a counter punches that straightens out Pacquiao. Cotto comes aggressively at Pacquiao and is floored by a counter punch by Pacquiao. Cotto takes the 8 count and appears unhurt. The fighters begin trading blows, with Cotto going to the body and landing some jabs. Pacquiao continues the aggressive counter punching attack. Cotto lands solid shots that snap Pacquiao’s head back and the fighter clinch as the round comes the end.
Round goes to Pacquiao 10-8
Round 4
Cotto start off sticking the jab again. Cotto unleashes a combination of shots along the ropes. Pacquiao works of the ropes and counters back. Pacquiao is now center ring unleashing a flurry, but Cotto fires back. Cotto backs Pacquiao into ropes and bgins to deliver some punishing shots. Pacquiao works off the ropes back into the center, Cotto is chasing and is nailed with a fiery-fast combination by Pacquiao that floors Cotto again. This time Cotto appears a little dazed but is able to get back to his feet as the round comes to an end.
Round goes to Pacquiao 10-8
Round 5
Cotto comes out tracking Pacquiao again and is struggling to land the jab. Pacquiao scores against with a series of combinations, delivering more pinishment to Cotto. The speed of Cotto’s punches are clearly slowing down. Pacquiao is darting in and out again with scoring punches. Cotto backs Pacquiao into the ropes and land an uppercut follwoed by a left hook, stunning Pacquiao. Pacquiao darts in again with a combination as the round comes to a close.
Round goes to Cotto.
Round 6
The boxers feel each other out as both appear to be slowing a little. Pacquiao scores with a combination of punches. Cotto sticks his jab to stave off the darting Pacquiao. It appears that Cotto is in trouble again as Pacquiao lands a range of shot. Cotto works off the ropes and gets himself ground, sticking the jab. As the round comes to a close, Pacquiao unleashes another series of shots, buckling Cotto into the ropes. Cotto is hurt and Pacquiao attacks. Cotto lands a hard left to stave off Pacquiao again as the bell rings
Round goes to Pacquiao
Round 7
Pacquiao comes out the aggressor, landing a combination of blows from different angles. Cotto is not responding, absorbing the shot. Pacquiao pulls back giving Cotto breathing room. Cotto looks to stick his jab again. Pacquiao darts in and lands again and moves ito hunting mode and Cotto begin to circle around the ring rather than continuing to come forward. Pacquiao tracks Cotto down and lands shot effortlessly. Cotto is running around the ring as the round comes to a close.
Round goes to Pacquiao
Round 8
Cotto starts the round again with a stinging left jab. Cotto lands a few body blows and another snapping jab. Cotto has changed his approach to circling and defendeing the Pacquiao assault, doing a good job defending. Pacquiao catches up to Cotto and lands along the ropes. Cotto continues to circle. Pacquiao gets Cotto along the ropes and lands more scoring shot as they clinch. Pacquiao appears fearless of Cotto’s power. Pacquiao comes after Cotto again, unleashing a combination in the corner as the round comes to an end.
Round goes to Pacquiao
Round 9
The fighters trade shots to the head and body to start the round. Cotto lands a few jabs as he continues to circle around Pacquiao. Pacquiao lands a left, stunning Cotto. Pacquiao gets Cotto along the ropes and has him in trouble. The fighters clinch. Pacquiao gets Cotto against the ropes and he is struggling to survive. Another clinch. Cotto lands a stinging jab, but Pacquiao continues forward. Pacquaio unleashes along the ropes again and Cotto circles away as the round comes to an end. Pacquiao is now dominanting the fight.
Round goes to Pacquaio
Round 10
Cotto’s corner asks him if he wants to continue between rounds and Cotto says he wants to go. Ringside, Cotto’s wife and son leave ringside. Cotto lands a few jabs and Pacquiao appears to be taking a breather. Cotto is circling the ring and Pacquiao begins to pick up the pace. Pacquiao lands a right cross. Pacquiao calls on Cotto to bring it forward. Pacquiao lands another combination and Cotto continues to circle to survice. Pacquiao lands a hard right as the round comes to an end.
Round goes to Pacquiao
Round 11
Cotto comes out jabbing then moves back to his defensive circling. Pacquiao is taking another breather as Cotto refuses to engage. Pacquiao picks up the pace and goes in for the kill. Pacquiao lands a series of combination and has Cotto in trouble again. Cotto scrambles to survive, but Pacquiao won’t let up. Cotto looks up at the clock to see how much time he has left. Cotto continues the defensive circling to close the round as boos rains down from the crowd.
Round goes to Pacquiao
Round 12
The fighters touch gloves in the center. Cotto begins to circle immediately with Pacquiao on the hunt. Pacquiao lands a cobination and Cotto circles away defensively. Cotto refuses to engage and the referee Kenny Bayless steps in to end the fight.
