All-access coverage from Macau, China as eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao makes his grand arrival to Macau, China ahead of his Nov. 23 clash on HBO pay per view against Brandon Rios
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Freddie Roach and Alex Ariza trading words in Macau (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)
By Chris Robinson
As reported by various outlets online, a near brawl took place in Macau, China mere hours ago between Manny Pacquiao’s trainer Freddie Roach and members from the team of Brandon Rios, including trainer Robert Garcia and brazen strength and conditioning coach Alex Ariza.
Pacquiao faces off with Rios on Saturday night, Nov. 23 in Macau, China on HBO pay per view.
Upon catching wind of all the drama, I caught up with Top Rank CEO Bob Arum to get his reaction on the ordeal.
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All-access coverage from Macau, China, as eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao shows off a preview of his speed and power ahead of his Nov. 23 showdown with Brandon Rios, as he hits the mitts with his trainer Freddie Roach
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Radio Rahim catches up with Five-Time Trainer of the Year Freddie Roach in Macau, China as he discusses the Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios fight as well as taking some shots at Floyd Mayweather
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Radio Rahim interviews former eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao following his intense workout ahead of his Nov. 23 clash with Brandon Rios. Check out what Pacquiao had to say
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Check out the video for a full-core workout of eight-division champion Manny Pacquiao ahead of his Nov. 23 duel with Brandon Rios.
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Check out the video for a full-core workout of eight-division champion Manny Pacquiao ahead of his Nov. 23 duel with Brandon Rios.
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Radio Rahim interviews former eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao following his intense workout ahead of his Nov. 23 clash with Brandon Rios. Check out what Pacquiao had to say
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Radio Rahim catches up with Five-Time Trainer of the Year Freddie Roach in Macau, China as he discusses the Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios fight as well as taking some shots at Floyd Mayweather
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All-access coverage from Macau, China, as eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao shows off a preview of his speed and power ahead of his Nov. 23 showdown with Brandon Rios, as he hits the mitts with his trainer Freddie Roach
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Roger Mayweather inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas (Photo: Chris Robinson – www.HustleBoss.com)
By Chris Robinson
Roger Mayweather will be the first person to tell you that’s he’s not terribly familiar with Manny Pacquiao’s Nov. 23 opponent, Brandon Rios.
When asked about for his thought on the Pacquiao-Rios per view clash, Mayweather needed a brief description of Rios’ qualities as a fighter before diving in with some feedback.
When advised that the Kansas native possesses grit, fortitude, and a solid body attack, Roger seemed to feel that it’s the kind of fight that Pacquiao needs at this point.
“They gave a good fight for him then,” Mayweather stated.
“I don’t know if he can beat him or not, but if the guy is tough and he brings it to him; [Rios] may get a chance to whoop his *ss,” Roger added, seeming to flip the script a bit. “Because he’s been off for a while too.”
Pacquiao last graced the ring as a professional eleven months ago when he was stopped in chilling fashion in the sixth round of his firefight with Mexico City’s Juan Manuel Marquez in Las Vegas.
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Chris Robinson catches up with former two-division world champion Roger Mayweather inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas, Nevada on Monday, Nov. 18. Hear what Roger had to say about this weekend’s big fight between Manny Pacquiao and Brandon Rios
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Chris Robinson catches up with longtime HBO unofficial ringside judge Harold Lederman, as he shares his thoughts on the Nov. 23 Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios event in Macau, China
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HBO’s Harold Lederman in Ontario, Calif. this past weekend (Photo: Chris Robinson – www.HustleBoss.com)
By Chris Robinson
The pieces are starting to fall into place for this weekend’s showdown between Manny Pacquiao and Brandon Rios in China.
Earlier today, Team Pacquiao touched down in Macau, while other media members from all parts of the globe have also begun their trek to the city in advance of the HBO pay per view event
One man who will likely be ringside at the fight is longtime HBO unofficial judge Harold Lederman.
Catching up with Lederman this past weekend in Ontario, Calif. in advance of Andre Ward’s victory over Edwin Rodriguez, the affable New Yorker showed enthusiasm towards boxing’s next big duel
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Former three-division champion Marco Antonio Barrera facing off with Manny Pacquiao in their rematch (Photo: Will Hart – HBO)
By Chris Robinson
Despite the contrasting styles of each man, the one general consensus amongst boxing insiders is that the Nov. 23 Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios match is going to be an entertaining affair.
Taking place from the Venetian Resort in Macau, China on HBO pay per view, the boxing world will see first-hand how Pacquiao’s unorthodox, left-handed attack matches up with the aggressive style that Rios possesses.
While odds makers have Pacquiao a noticeable favorite heading into the match, former two-time Pacquiao foe Marco Antonio Barrera envisions a difficult task ahead for each guy.
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Manny Pacquiao jumping rope as Marvin Somodio and Freddie Roach watch on (Photo: Marvin Somodio)
By Chris Robinson
During a recent conference call, trainer Freddie Roach touched on a variety of subjects pertaining to his fighter Manny Pacquiao’s Nov. 23 meeting with Brandon Rios.
Pacquiao vs. Rios will be the last pay per view showcase of the year, taking place from the Venetian Resort in Macau, China.
Giving updates on how camp life in General Santos City, Philippines has been over the past month, Roach was extremely upbeat, noting that Pacquiao is “90% ready” to go and that the eight-division champion’s final sparring session will take place on Saturday.
While Roach’s positive outlook towards the forthcoming match was a refreshing sign, it happened to be his comments regarding Pacquiao’s last fight, a December knockout loss at the hands of Juan Manuel Marquez, that caught my eye.
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Chris Robinson catches up with welterweight veteran Rashad Holloway (12-2-2, 5 KO’s) inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club as he speaks on his recent sparring sessions with Miguel Cotto and Shawn Porter, the Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios fight, and much more.
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Chris Robinson catches up with welterweight veteran Rashad Holloway (12-2-2, 5 KO’s) inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club as he speaks on his recent sparring sessions with Miguel Cotto and Shawn Porter, the Manny Pacquiao vs. Brandon Rios fight, and much more.
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Rashad Holloway inside of the Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas (Photo: Chris Robinson – www.HustleBoss.com)
By Chris Robinson
During a recent visit to the Mayweather Boxing Club, I was caught off guard momentarily when I spotted junior middleweight veteran Rashad Holloway in the building.
Always one to pledge his allegiance to his adopted hometown of Los Angeles, Holloway is in the city helping his friend Shawn Porter prepare for his Dec. 7 title shot against IBF welterweight champion Devon Alexander.
Holloway (12-2-2, 5 KO’s) last fought in June of 2011, winning an eight-round decision over Jhon Berrio, and has spent the past few years recovering from a shoulder injury as well as exploring other business endeavors outside of the boxing.
But like many fighters, the itch to give the sport his best continued to nag at Holloway.
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Chris Robinson catches up with former lightweight champion Brandon Rios (31-1-1, 23 KO’s) in Oxnard, Calif. during his final day of training at the Robert Garcia Boxing Academy before leaving to Macau, China for his Nov. 23 clash on HBO pay per view with Manny Pacquiao
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