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Floyd Mayweather Sr. says Brandon Rios can’t fight; claims Pacquiao should try avenging his loss to Bradley

Floyd Mayweather Sr. speaking in Las Vegas, Nevada (Photo: Chris Robinson – www.HustleBoss.com)

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By Chris Robinson

Any given Monday after a big fight weekend, you are sure to get your share of feedback from so-called pundits and hardcore fans alike.

And while Manny Pacquiao looked fairly impressive in overwhelming former lightweight titlist Brandon Rios in Macau, China over twelve rounds, not everyone was sold on the Filipino star’s latest exhibition.

Never one to bite his tongue, outspoken trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr. was quick to give his reaction to the fight, first setting his sights on Rios.

“Yeah, I saw it,” Mayweather Sr. revealed. “I’m going to be honest with you, the guy can’t fight. Not Manny Pacquiao; the guy that he fought can’t fight.
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Bob Arum says that Puerto Rico’s Felix Verdejo will be a superstar within the next two years

Post-fight coverage from Macau, China as Top Rank CEO Bob Arum welcomes Puerto Rican lightweight prospect Felix Verdejo (9-0, 6 KO’s) to the stage following his victory over Petchsamuthr Duanaaymukdahan on the Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios undercard in Macau, China
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Brandon Rios speaks on a possible showdown with Ruslan Provodnikov

Post-fight coverage from the Venetian Resport’s Coati Arena in Macau, China as former lightweight champion Brandon Rios (31-2-1, 23 KO’s) speaks after his tough loss to Manny Pacquiao. Hear what Rios had to say about the fight, including Pacquiao’s best weapons, and why he is interested in facing off with Ruslan Provodnikov at 147 pounds
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Manny Pacquiao ready for the next chapter of his career [Behind the scenes footage]

Behind-the-scenes footage from Macau, China as former eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao soaks up the aftermath following his unanimous decision victory over Brandon Rios. Pacquiao also takes a minute to speak with the media
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PHOTOS: Jennifer Lopez turns heads with performance at the 2013 AMAs honoring the late Celia Cruz

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As seen in a post from Ninemsn.com on Sunday, Nov. 23, music star Jennifer Lopez paid homage to the late Celia Cruz at the 2013 AMAs and has since had the internet buzzing.

The Puerto Rican-born songstress performed a variety of Cruz’ songs at the annual award show inside of the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles overnight.
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Rashad Holloway feels Pacquiao must impress against either Bradley or Marquez to make a Mayweather fight enticing to the public

Manny Pacquiao following his victory over Brandon Rios (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

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By Chris Robinson

Manny Pacquiao’s career looks to be back on track following a commanding unanimous decision over a very game Brandon Rios last night inside of the Venetian Resort’s Coati Arena in Macau, China.

Showing glimpses of the fighter that awed the boxing public with his trademark speed, movement, and combinations, Pacquiao was in control for almost every minute of the match outside of a few rally attempts from Rios.

After watching the fight unfold, junior middleweight veteran Rashad Holloway, a former sparring mate of Pacquiao’s, expressed how it was simply pleasing to see his old friend get a win following his disastrous knockout loss to Juan Manuel Marquez this past December.
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