Miguel Cotto vs. Joshua Clottey Cotto by 12 Round Decision -103 (5Dimes) 3.09 units
I've seen that lots of people are giving Clottey a great chance in this fight, but I don't see it. Clottey's a forward-moving pressure fighter, and Cotto should be able to win rounds with his superior boxing ability, as he'll effectively counter Clottey before moving to a new position near the center of the ring. Cotto's quicker than Clottey, and I think that'll make a big difference on Saturday night. Also, I'm discounting what happened to Cotto against Margarito last summer, as the gloves scandal sheds a different light on that one. If Margarito didn't have "iron fists," Cotto probably would have cruised to a decision. Instead, Margarito's blows caused inordinate damage, slowing Cotto to the point where he just couldn't continue. Clottey doesn't have the power of a cheating Margarito, and he doesn't seem to have the same relentless zeal to win at all costs. Although Clottey's a very good welterweight, he's a step below the elites of the division. Plus, this is in Cotto's backyard on the eve of the Puerto Rican Day parade, so a close fight likely goes Cotto's way. And it almost definitely will go the distance since Clottey has a great chin, and Cotto will likely be boxing instead of gunning for the KO.
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Miguel Cotto vs. Joshua Clottey Cotto by 12 Round Decision -103 (5Dimes) 3.09 units
I've seen that lots of people are giving Clottey a great chance in this fight, but I don't see it. Clottey's a forward-moving pressure fighter, and Cotto should be able to win rounds with his superior boxing ability, as he'll effectively counter Clottey before moving to a new position near the center of the ring. Cotto's quicker than Clottey, and I think that'll make a big difference on Saturday night. Also, I'm discounting what happened to Cotto against Margarito last summer, as the gloves scandal sheds a different light on that one. If Margarito didn't have "iron fists," Cotto probably would have cruised to a decision. Instead, Margarito's blows caused inordinate damage, slowing Cotto to the point where he just couldn't continue. Clottey doesn't have the power of a cheating Margarito, and he doesn't seem to have the same relentless zeal to win at all costs. Although Clottey's a very good welterweight, he's a step below the elites of the division. Plus, this is in Cotto's backyard on the eve of the Puerto Rican Day parade, so a close fight likely goes Cotto's way. And it almost definitely will go the distance since Clottey has a great chin, and Cotto will likely be boxing instead of gunning for the KO.
Makes sense - if and only if Cotto stays focused for 12 rounds. I really believe that he will get confused and frustrated at some point. However, if he stays the course, you have this one nailed.
Good luck buddy. Any leans on my Pens/Wings tonight? History hasn't been kind to road teams in this spot, but is tonight the night?
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Makes sense - if and only if Cotto stays focused for 12 rounds. I really believe that he will get confused and frustrated at some point. However, if he stays the course, you have this one nailed.
Good luck buddy. Any leans on my Pens/Wings tonight? History hasn't been kind to road teams in this spot, but is tonight the night?
Makes sense - if and only if Cotto stays focused for 12 rounds. I really believe that he will get confused and frustrated at some point. However, if he stays the course, you have this one nailed.
Good luck buddy. Any leans on my Pens/Wings tonight? History hasn't been kind to road teams in this spot, but is tonight the night?
Heard it from the owner of one of the off-shore books I use.
He said his best sharp is on the Red Wings and also the UNDER!
Good luck WTL.
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Quote Originally Posted by walktheline:
Makes sense - if and only if Cotto stays focused for 12 rounds. I really believe that he will get confused and frustrated at some point. However, if he stays the course, you have this one nailed.
Good luck buddy. Any leans on my Pens/Wings tonight? History hasn't been kind to road teams in this spot, but is tonight the night?
Heard it from the owner of one of the off-shore books I use.
He said his best sharp is on the Red Wings and also the UNDER!
Miguel Cotto vs. Joshua Clottey Cotto by 12 Round Decision -103 (5Dimes) 3.09 units
I've seen that lots of people are giving Clottey a great chance in this fight, but I don't see it. Clottey's a forward-moving pressure fighter, and Cotto should be able to win rounds with his superior boxing ability, as he'll effectively counter Clottey before moving to a new position near the center of the ring. Cotto's quicker than Clottey, and I think that'll make a big difference on Saturday night. Also, I'm discounting what happened to Cotto against Margarito last summer, as the gloves scandal sheds a different light on that one. If Margarito didn't have "iron fists," Cotto probably would have cruised to a decision. Instead, Margarito's blows caused inordinate damage, slowing Cotto to the point where he just couldn't continue. Clottey doesn't have the power of a cheating Margarito, and he doesn't seem to have the same relentless zeal to win at all costs. Although Clottey's a very good welterweight, he's a step below the elites of the division. Plus, this is in Cotto's backyard on the eve of the Puerto Rican Day parade, so a close fight likely goes Cotto's way. And it almost definitely will go the distance since Clottey has a great chin, and Cotto will likely be boxing instead of gunning for the KO.
I think Cotto was done before the fists became an issue, he danced for 8 rounds and was gassed. He did box very well against a very slow fighter like Margarito.
I do agree, you must discount the loss because we don't know if he loaded them or not, then again Clottey lasted the distance also, and we must assume if he loaded them against Cotto he did against Clottey, no way around that one.
Now onto the write up, excellently done, and I agree with almost everything and could very well end up that way as I've been writing for weeks that Cotto of the fan and Media favorite he is the PPV draw, judges will give him any close round.
If Cotto stays in the middle of the ring, he can get a decent decision, but I don't see Miguel Cotto steering clear of brawling for 12 rounds, it's just not who he is.
If he follows your game plan, he will win and be in that P.R Float come Sunday.
Question is will he stick to the center of the ring for 12? :)
Good luck and let's hope we have a great fight!
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Miguel Cotto vs. Joshua Clottey Cotto by 12 Round Decision -103 (5Dimes) 3.09 units
I've seen that lots of people are giving Clottey a great chance in this fight, but I don't see it. Clottey's a forward-moving pressure fighter, and Cotto should be able to win rounds with his superior boxing ability, as he'll effectively counter Clottey before moving to a new position near the center of the ring. Cotto's quicker than Clottey, and I think that'll make a big difference on Saturday night. Also, I'm discounting what happened to Cotto against Margarito last summer, as the gloves scandal sheds a different light on that one. If Margarito didn't have "iron fists," Cotto probably would have cruised to a decision. Instead, Margarito's blows caused inordinate damage, slowing Cotto to the point where he just couldn't continue. Clottey doesn't have the power of a cheating Margarito, and he doesn't seem to have the same relentless zeal to win at all costs. Although Clottey's a very good welterweight, he's a step below the elites of the division. Plus, this is in Cotto's backyard on the eve of the Puerto Rican Day parade, so a close fight likely goes Cotto's way. And it almost definitely will go the distance since Clottey has a great chin, and Cotto will likely be boxing instead of gunning for the KO.
I think Cotto was done before the fists became an issue, he danced for 8 rounds and was gassed. He did box very well against a very slow fighter like Margarito.
I do agree, you must discount the loss because we don't know if he loaded them or not, then again Clottey lasted the distance also, and we must assume if he loaded them against Cotto he did against Clottey, no way around that one.
Now onto the write up, excellently done, and I agree with almost everything and could very well end up that way as I've been writing for weeks that Cotto of the fan and Media favorite he is the PPV draw, judges will give him any close round.
If Cotto stays in the middle of the ring, he can get a decent decision, but I don't see Miguel Cotto steering clear of brawling for 12 rounds, it's just not who he is.
If he follows your game plan, he will win and be in that P.R Float come Sunday.
Question is will he stick to the center of the ring for 12? :)
If Cotto stays in the middle of the ring, he can get a decent decision, but I don't see Miguel Cotto steering clear of brawling for 12 rounds, it's just not who he is.
Actually, I think staying in the middle of the ring would be Cotto's worst strategy. That might force a slug-fest. A stationary target would give Clotty a nice advantage stylistically. Cotto better stick & move or he could get beat. In the middle of the ring Clotty could be the better boxer but not in a hit & move senario. I stated in many threads that Cotto by decision is the most likely result, but I still can't justify Cotto as a better then 3-1 favorite in this bout. The price just seems a tad too high. The new trainer angle also dampers my enthusiasm for wagering on Cotto straight-up. I'm going with Fight goes the distance - 150. Best of Luck to all of you on your bets.
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Rch said,
If Cotto stays in the middle of the ring, he can get a decent decision, but I don't see Miguel Cotto steering clear of brawling for 12 rounds, it's just not who he is.
Actually, I think staying in the middle of the ring would be Cotto's worst strategy. That might force a slug-fest. A stationary target would give Clotty a nice advantage stylistically. Cotto better stick & move or he could get beat. In the middle of the ring Clotty could be the better boxer but not in a hit & move senario. I stated in many threads that Cotto by decision is the most likely result, but I still can't justify Cotto as a better then 3-1 favorite in this bout. The price just seems a tad too high. The new trainer angle also dampers my enthusiasm for wagering on Cotto straight-up. I'm going with Fight goes the distance - 150. Best of Luck to all of you on your bets.
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