Shane Mosley has been declaring that he wants to face Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao in the ring since early this year.
The oldest boxing champ at almost 38 years old recently nabbed a stunning knockout of Antonio Margarito and was quoted to say that he was ready to find the “one with the most money.” The main issue of the weight was the subject of deliberation. Freddie Roach challenges Mosley to trim down to 142 pounds. But Mosley refuses saying that his comfortable weight is within 145.
However, WBA Welterweight Champion said to fightnews.com on Sunday, that he is now ready to take on Pacquiao.
Mosley quoted, “There are conflicting reports from the Pacquiao camp an upcoming fight between me and Manny Pacquiao. I want it to be known that I want to fight Pacquiao and I want to fight him now.”
Mosley’s urges the Pacquiao camp to fight in a catch weight match, which could mean 143 lbs, give and take. The question is whether or not Mosley’s 147 lb title would be at stake for this match.
Mosley is seven years older than Pacman and a full three inches taller than the reigning pound-for-pound champion.
Floyd Mayweather Jr., the returning ex-pound-for-pound king, takes on Juan Manuel Marquez on July 18, and should only be considered a Pacquiao opponent for next year.
Mayweather Jr. has not stepped in the same ring as Pacquiao. On the other hand, Marquez is the formidable opponent that Pacquaio has not achieved a convincing victory yet. They have met twice but the first match was declared a draw when it should have been Pacquiao’s while the 2nd match was clearly Marquez but was given to Pacquiao.
Whether the bout is against Mayweather or Marquez, Arum has penciled Oct. 17 as the date of Pacquiao’s next fight.
Pacquiao still has two fights remaining in him before he declares retirement. He could face Mayweather and/or Marquez and/or Mosley. All three are have shown interest in challenging the best Filipino boxer there is. Mosley recently has shown a lot of eagerness. Mosley claims that he is the best fighter in boxing and he is ready to reclaim the title of number one pound-for-pound fighter.
Manny Pacquiao’s Nike Global TVC
Related Post
The Real Deal: Pacman Signs with ABS-CBN
July 6 Marked the 1st Round Between Ateneo and DLSU
Unfinished Business: Pacquiao v. Marquez
Manila Ice and the Philippine Heat
It’s a Match: Pacquiao – Hatton
Share Your Thoughts