Matt Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 Floyd Mayweather Jnr has gatecrashed negotiations between Manny Pacquiao and Ricky Hatton by offering the 'Hitman' a rematch.Pacquiao's promoter Bob Arum had suggested a clash between the 'Pacman', currently regarded as the world's number one pound-for-pound fighter, and the light-welterweight champion Hatton could take place in May. But Ricky's father Ray has since confirmed Mayweather is looking to come out of retirement to take on the Mancunian once again, despite dishing out a 10-round beating 12 months ago. Pacquiao cemented his place as the world's best fighter with a stunning knockout victory against Oscar De La Hoya earlier in December - and he remains Hatton's preferred option. However the chance to set the record straight against Mayweather could be too tempting for Hatton to turn down. "We had a conversation with a third party last night asking whether if we were approached by the Mayweather team could a possible rematch be on the cards," Ray Hatton told Sky Sports News. "Ricky's made no secret that he'd sooner get beaten by Floyd Mayweather again but feel as though he was given a 100 per cent chance... He could live with that. We've made no bones about that. Excitement "We've had approaches from two or three other fighters as well. It's nice that people are asking us for fights, but obviously Manny Pacquiao is now regarded as pound-for-pound the best fighter in the world and that's a fight that Ricky would like. "I know all the fans would like to see it as well because you'll get the excitement." Both Hatton and Pacquiao have spoken openly about their desire to meet in the ring, with the duo keen to see the fight happen. "We are in negotiations with the Hatton people and I think we're moving closer," Arum said before the latest revelations about Mayweather. "I think it is the fight everybody wants to see. "I can assure you it will not be at Wembley though. "Not because Manny would be afraid to fight in England but because Wembley makes no economic sense, because we'll have to do it at 5am [to suit American television], outdoors, where there is a 90 per cent chance of rain." I would prefer him to fight Mayweather again TBH, Although I think Hatton may get another pounding. Neither fight would be easy Mayweather or Pacquiao. And...Fook off America, We always have to suit you for times so if they fight in England they should fight at a reasonable English time, Raining fair enough you have a point, but the roof was open when Hatton had the fight in Manchester wasn't it?
Guest Mickyblueeyes Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 I'd rather Mayweather fight the Pacman!
Ric Flair Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 I would prefer him to fight Mayweather again TBH, Although I think Hatton may get another pounding. Neither fight would be easy Mayweather or Pacquiao. And...Fook off America, We always have to suit you for times so if they fight in England they should fight at a reasonable English time, Raining fair enough you have a point, but the roof was open when Hatton had the fight in Manchester wasn't it? They could fight at midnight in England and it would be 7pm their time in NYC and 5pm in LA/LV Bollocks to them.
Samilktray Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 Hatton would be silly to get in the ring with Floyd again. Silly.
Jay Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 Hatton would be silly to get in the ring with Floyd again.Silly. err he's a boxer he earns his living by getting whacked in the head until he is either knocked out or he knocks his opponent out what could be more silly than that!!! being a boxer is silly doesn't matter who you go in the ring with. it is entertaining at times though
Matt Posted 17 December 2008 Author Posted 17 December 2008 err he's a boxer he earns his living by getting whacked in the head until he is either knocked out or he knocks his opponent out what could be more silly than that!!!being a boxer is silly doesn't matter who you go in the ring with. it is entertaining at times though But he doesn't like British boxers does he, thus slagging them off? Only American ones.
Jack Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 Floyd would obliterate Hatton. I'd much rather see him in the ring with pac man.
DB11 Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 90% chance of rain? That is surely just a number plucked out of the air
lildave3 Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 I had a feeling we'd hear a Mayweather story after Pacquiao destroyed De La Hoya. The guy just loves the limelight.
Samilktray Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 But he doesn't like British boxers does he, thus slagging them off? Only American ones. Fantastic, you attempted to crack a joke. And failed. Arse.
Jack Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 But he doesn't like British boxers does he, thus slagging them off? Only American ones. It's not about not liking them, Floyd is without a doubt the best boxer in the world in the last few years, he would destroy Hatton, he has beat him once, why would we wanna see that again ? It'd be a much better fight against Pacquaio and much more of a contest.
lildave3 Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 It's not about not liking them, Floyd is without a doubt the best boxer in the world in the last few years, he would destroy Hatton, he has beat him once, why would we wanna see that again ? It'd be a much better fight against Pacquaio and much more of a contest. He didn't 'destroy' Hatton, he wouldn't 'destroy' Hatton.
Samilktray Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 He didn't 'destroy' Hatton, he wouldn't 'destroy' Hatton.
Jack Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 He didn't 'destroy' Hatton, he wouldn't 'destroy' Hatton. I didn't say he destroyed him, I said he has beat him once but if he fought him again he would destroy him.
lildave3 Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 I didn't say he destroyed him, I said he has beat him once but if he fought him again he would destroy him. If he didn't before then why would he now?
Samilktray Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 If he didn't before then why would he now? Cus hes better Yo.
Jack Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 If he didn't before then why would he now? Because it was rather close before, well to begin with anyway, so if the fight goes ahead he will train harder than before to make sure that he beats him more convincingly.
lildave3 Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 Because it was rather close before, well to begin with anyway, so if the fight goes ahead he will train harder than before to make sure that he beats him more convincingly. And Hatton won't? Hatton knows where he went wrong last time, and if he has Mayweather SR in his corner, it could be interesting. Anyway, I very much doubt this will happen.
Jack Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 And Hatton won't?Hatton knows where he went wrong last time, and if he has Mayweather SR in his corner, it could be interesting. Anyway, I very much doubt this will happen. Ye, im just chatting shit basically. Floyd would win though, probably wouldn't destroy him like, but still and I'd much rather see him fight the pac man.
Samilktray Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 Hatton knows where he went wrong last time, Fighting him.
lildave3 Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 Ye, im just chatting shit basically.Floyd would win though, probably wouldn't destroy him like, but still and I'd much rather see him fight the pac man. I'll agree with you on that one, would be immense. Fighting him. Shut up!
Jack Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 Floyd vs Manny Would probably the most anticipated fight of all time.
Tevez Posted 17 December 2008 Posted 17 December 2008 Fook the Yanks, We're German / Italian / Scandanvian / French mongrels... a bit like the Yanks!!
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