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Former Pacquiao sparring mate David Rodela believes Manny still has the fire and feels Brandon Rios has bit off more than he can chew

David Rodela and Manny Pacquiao (Photo: Twitter.com)

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By Chris Robinson 

During a recent swing through Oxnard, Calif., I was able to catch up with former lightweight prospect David Rodela.

Having recently announced his retirement from boxing, Rodela’s modest 16-9-3 record with seven knockouts isn’t a true testament to his abilities as a fighter or the kind of journey that the sport took him on.

Now serving as the head boxing coach at the Oxnard PAL, Rodela seems happy with life, noting that he has been putting his main focus into working and spending time with his family.

Rodela carved out a respectable name for himself as one of the game’s top sparring partners, from his work with the likes of Manny Pacquiao, Amir Khan, Antonio Margarito, and countless others.

With Pacquiao inching closer towards a Nov. 23 showdown with Brandon Rios, who he faces on HBO pay per view in Macau, China, I asked Rodela for his thoughts on the match.
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David Rodela shares insight into the real Manny Pacquiao and reveals why Rios may be in trouble

Chris Robinson catches up with former pro fighter David Rodela in Oxnard, CA, as he speaks on his best memories during his fighting days, including his days sparring the world’s best and his connection to Filipino star Manny Pacquiao; Rodela also reveals why Brandon Rios may have bitten off more than he can chew heading into his Nov.23 fight with Pacquiao
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