Did Judges Rob Manny Pacquaio?
SodaHead Sports
2012/06/11 16:00:00
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We don't normally cover combat sports here on SodaHead, but there are times when it warrants our attention. Case in point: the big boxing match over the weekend between arguably the best in the world, Manny Pacquiao Vs. contender Timothy Bradley. Much like rival Floyd Mayweather Jr., when "Pacman" fights, everyone watches.
And everyone watched Pacquiao dominate practically the whole fight. While there was a round or two you could give to Bradley, it wasn't like he'd beat the legend in any judges' eyes. How wrong those observers were. Pacquaio lost the fight via split decision, meaning two out of three judges lacked common sense, were blind, or are just completely incompetent.
Whatever the case is with those two judges, Pacquiao lost a fight nearly everyone says he won. People talked about fixing. Many celebrities from Justin Timberlake to 50 Cent called out the Nevada State Athletic Commission on Twitter over the judging. Wikipedia pages were vandalized. Some called it the end of boxing. Bradley first said he'd have to watch the fight to see if he won, and later changed his tune saying he thought he won. Which one is it, dude?
On a humorous note, Pacquaio went missing for awhile before the main event and it turns out, he was still in his street clothes until the end of the Heat-Celtics Game 7. He also needed a treadmill to stretch his calves. And he still ended up dominating. No investigation has been opened on the judging and fans obviously aren't happy. On the bright side, at least Manny Pacquiao's calves were loose! But let's be real: numbers don't lie...
And everyone watched Pacquiao dominate practically the whole fight. While there was a round or two you could give to Bradley, it wasn't like he'd beat the legend in any judges' eyes. How wrong those observers were. Pacquaio lost the fight via split decision, meaning two out of three judges lacked common sense, were blind, or are just completely incompetent.
Whatever the case is with those two judges, Pacquiao lost a fight nearly everyone says he won. People talked about fixing. Many celebrities from Justin Timberlake to 50 Cent called out the Nevada State Athletic Commission on Twitter over the judging. Wikipedia pages were vandalized. Some called it the end of boxing. Bradley first said he'd have to watch the fight to see if he won, and later changed his tune saying he thought he won. Which one is it, dude?
On a humorous note, Pacquaio went missing for awhile before the main event and it turns out, he was still in his street clothes until the end of the Heat-Celtics Game 7. He also needed a treadmill to stretch his calves. And he still ended up dominating. No investigation has been opened on the judging and fans obviously aren't happy. On the bright side, at least Manny Pacquiao's calves were loose! But let's be real: numbers don't lie...
Top Opinion
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Assassin~ Badass Buzz Guru 2012/06/11 18:13:56Yes
+10The fix was in. The only legitimate question is whether or not the boxers/manager knew about it.
Rewatch this fight
**Important** Remember boxing is scored by rounds. Not an overall story. You can just barely win 7 rounds and get beaten for 5 and still - you are the winner. You won more of the rounds.
OK>
Now, when you rewatch this fight do everything possible to remove your bias. Turn off the volume if you must. (so crowd cheers and commentators don't affect you). TRY your best to imagine you don't see the faces or names of either fighter.
OK.
Okay now, keeping in mind that sometimes the fighter 'going backwards' is actually controlling.
Keep in mind sometimes - yes a solid jab IS worth a 'point' (so to speak) but watch for the other guy binging TWO sneaking body punches in response (not as wow-factor but worth a jab maybe?).
IF you did all these things. You might be very surprised, upon review, Bradley wins FOUR rounds. In fact, I think you can find FIVE.
In fact, I might even say the judge with 115-113 was NOT FAR OFF if you sincerely review this over and over.
BUT I cannot find the win the others gave. I simply cannot find that. I don't believe anyone was 'taking bribes' (possible?) but I t...
Rewatch this fight
**Important** Remember boxing is scored by rounds. Not an overall story. You can just barely win 7 rounds and get beaten for 5 and still - you are the winner. You won more of the rounds.
OK>
Now, when you rewatch this fight do everything possible to remove your bias. Turn off the volume if you must. (so crowd cheers and commentators don't affect you). TRY your best to imagine you don't see the faces or names of either fighter.
OK.
Okay now, keeping in mind that sometimes the fighter 'going backwards' is actually controlling.
Keep in mind sometimes - yes a solid jab IS worth a 'point' (so to speak) but watch for the other guy binging TWO sneaking body punches in response (not as wow-factor but worth a jab maybe?).
IF you did all these things. You might be very surprised, upon review, Bradley wins FOUR rounds. In fact, I think you can find FIVE.
In fact, I might even say the judge with 115-113 was NOT FAR OFF if you sincerely review this over and over.
BUT I cannot find the win the others gave. I simply cannot find that. I don't believe anyone was 'taking bribes' (possible?) but I think they went so far biased the 'other way' they got carried away.
Manny won that. Not in spectacular form. Bradley was excellent. But Manny won that fight.
I'll go to a viewing party or whatever. But, I don't watch it on tv & i damn sure won't buy a PPV.