Mayweather v Pacquiao: Bernard Hopkins gives his predictions
Legendary American boxer Bernard Hopkins shares his predictions for the big match between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Bernard Hopkins, the legendary American boxer who at 49 remains the oldest world champion in the history of the sport, joined your correspondent in the media room at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas to discuss Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao. It is difficult to disagree with the overwhelming standpoint of most boxers, and insiders, that Mayweather is a clear favourite. Undefeated in 47 fights, schooled in the mystique of hit-and-not-be-hit, he has an almost perfect triangular physique for boxing with tiny waist, broad shoulders, huge cuffs, long arms and forearms, all employed from side on to form a defensive shield to protect his chin and head. From that position and with sublime footwork, Mayweather has never been unlocked. He attacks with single shots, and he counters. Mayweather has size, reach, and when they step into the ring, will have around a 10lb weight advantage over the popular Filipino. Mayweather works opponents out, watches their movement, sways and counters. Given Pacquiao’s southpaw stance, leading with his right hand, Mayweather’s straight right lead, a rapier punch, could be a potent force in this fight. Mayweather is likely to be the Mayweather we have seen so many times, though his physique looks more robust for this fight. A knockout could be in his strategy. The way the fight plays out will depend to a large extent on how Pacquiao, and his trainer Freddie Roach, have set their plan of attack. Pacquiao is an aggressive volume puncher whose want is to go looking for a fight. Get the latest headlines http://www.telegraph.co.uk/ Subscribe to The Telegraph http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c... Like us on Facebook / telegraph.co.uk Follow us on Twitter / telegraph Follow us on Google+ https://plus.google.com/1028913550727... Telegraph.co.uk and / telegraphtv are websites of The Daily Telegraph, the UK's best-selling quality daily newspaper providing news and analysis on UK and world events, business, sport, lifestyle and culture.
