Tag Archives: Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios

Eddie Mustafa Muhammad reveals why he didn’t order the Pacquiao-Rios pay per view

Chris Robinson catches up with former WBA light heavyweight champion and current day trainer Eddie Mustafa Muhammad in Las Vegas as he reveals why he didn’t order the Nov. 23 Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios HBO pay per view
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Pacquiao-Rios bonus footage: Brandon Rios nearing his peak in training camp in Oxnard

HustleBoss.com goes behind the scenes in Oxnard, Calif. as former lightweight champion Brandon Rios (31-2-1, 23 KO’s) puts in work at the Robert Garcia Boxing Academy ahead of his Nov. 23 meeting with Manny Pacquiao. Check out the footage of Rios putting in work
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Joseph Agbeko impressed by Manny Pacquiao’s victory over Brandon Rios

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Chris Robinson catches up with former IBF bantamweight champion Joseph Agbeko inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas, Nevada on Monday, Nov. 23. Hear what Agbeko had to say about Manny Pacquiao’s recent victory over Brandon Rios
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Floyd Mayweather Sr. not impressed by Brandon Rios: ‘The guy can’t fight!’

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Chris Robinson catches up with trainer Floyd Mayweather Sr. in Las Vegas, Nevada as he gives his reaction to the Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios match, while offering up some criticism of both men.

Pacquiao defeated Rios by unanimous decision on HBO pay per view in Macau, China on Saturday, Nov. 23
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Roger Mayweather feels a victory over Tim Bradley in a rematch would bring Pacquiao back

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Chris Robinson catches up with outspoken trainer and former two-division world champion Roger Mayweather inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club on Monday, Nov. 25 as he speaks on Manny Pacquiao’s big victory over Brandon Rios while eyeing a possible rematch with Tim Bradley
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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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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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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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Brandon Rios’ stable mate Mikey Garcia expresses interest in a fight with Pacquiao: ‘I have what it takes to beat him’

Manny Pacquiao facing Brandon Rios on Saturday night in Macau, China (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

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By Chris Robinson

On Saturday night, former lightweight champion Brandon Rios came up short against Manny Pacquiao.

For twelve frustrating rounds inside of the Venetian Resort’s Coati Arena, Pacquiao was simply too dynamic and sharp for Rios, as he used his movement and combination punching to nullify any kind of attack that the Kansas native attempted to bring.

Watching the fight from ringside, Rios’ stable mate and current WBO junior lightweight champion Mikey Garcia gave Pacquiao his deserved credit.
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