Boxing Betting Preview on Manny Pacquiao versus Ricky Hatton

After a drubbing of the “Golden Boy” Oscar De La Hoya, Manny Pacquiao said that he wanted to fight at 140 lbs or the junior welterweight division. That is the realm of Ricky Hatton and that seems to be exactly where Manny Pacquiao is going to next. The fight is close to being finalized and will take place on May 2nd in Las Vegas. This fight was a logical step for both boxers as it is no surprise that things are coming along smoothly due to the fact. In beating Oscar De La Hoya, Manny Pacquiao also grabbed the chance to fight on Cinco De Mayo Weekend, a spot usually reserved for the Golden Boy Oscar De La Hoya.

The fight is an explosive matchup nonetheless for Manny Pacquiao. Manny Pacquiao proved that he is the best boxer in the world pound for pound last December 6, 2008 but Ricky Hatton will be a ferocious opponent that has no intent on stopping his attacks. Manny Pacquiao is expected to win, however Ricky Hatton will be very competitive and would not surrender on his stool like Oscar De La Hoya.

The winner of the slated boxing match between Manny Pacquiao and Ricky Hatton is more than enough for Floyd Mayweather Jr to come out of retirement. The biggest fight is Manny Pacquiao and for Floyd Mayweather Jr he might be hoping that Ricky Hatton defeats Manny Pacquiao. Floyd Mayweather Jr knows he can defeat Ricky Hatton, he already did it once and for sure he can do it again. Manny Pacquiao is more of a threat to Floyd Mayweather Jr who has a history of ducking potential fighters that can defeat him like Antonio Margarito and Miguel Cotto. For the sport boxing in 2009, nothing would top Floyd Mayweather Jr versus Manny Pacquiao.

Manny Pacquiao, the pride of the Philippines has once again lifted his gloves aloft and is coming from a victory against Oscar De La Hoya the Golden Boy of boxing last December. Ricky Hatton of Manchester, England, stopped Paulie Malignaggi last November in his most recent fight with a surprising style and show of patience for the Ring Magazine Junior Welterweight Champion.

Fearless Boxing Betting Prediction: Manny Pacquiao by knockout in the 6^th round

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