Local sports: Floyd Jr-Mosley bout didn't live up to hype

Local sports personalities, who were expecting an exciting showdown in the much-hyped bout between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and "Sugar" Shane Mosley, waited for long hours. But they ended up disappointed with the result. Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) coach Chot Reyes and sports commentator Jude Turcuato as well as World Boxing Association (WBA) super flyweight champion Nonito Donaire and ex-champ Brian Viloria couldn’t hide their disappointment in the match, regarded to be as one of the most anticipated fights in 2010. They shared their views in the social networking website Twitter. "What a boring fight," said Reyes, champion coach of the Talk 'N Text Tropang Texters in the PBA. "That’s why we loved Pacman (Manny Pacquiao). He boxes and throws punches unlike these two bobbers and weavers." PBA courtside reporter Patricia Bermudez-Hizon said that the only exciting part of the match was when Mosley landed a big right that staggered Mayweather. Since then, the fight slowed down its pace with both boxers waiting who will make the first move. When Mosley began to get exhausted, the bout became one-sided and never lived up to expectations of an action-packed encounter eagerly awaited by everyone. "It’s a case of a fight not living up to the hype," said Turcuato. "After the second round, the crowd got quiet inside MGM Grand. I guess most of them were rooting for Mosley. Then, the fight became boring and one sided you may guess who’s gonna be put to sleep first, Mosley or the viewers." Viloria gave emphasis on speed, which proved to be too much for the 38-year-old Mosley.

For the latest Philippine news stories and videos, visit GMANews.TV "Speed kills. Nice try Mosley. There’s only one person left for Mayweather and we all know who that is," said Viloria. "Pacquiao-Mayweather at Cowboy Stadium. Make it happen. It needs to happen." Donaire gave importance on conditioning, which has become the trademark of Pacquiao’s success. "On conditioning, Pacquiao will knock them all out," said Donaire. "Shane gave Floyd too much respect. By the time the match reached halfway mark, I felt Mosley wasn’t going to win. " PBA players who wisely predicted a Mayweather victory, heaped praises on the fighter now known as "Money" in the world of prizefighting. "I told you all, money cash cow Mayweather is going to win. He’s too good," said Alaska forward Joe de Vance. Former most valuable player Eric Menk of Barangay Ginebra praised Mayweather for winning over a legitimate welterweight opponent this time. "He dominated an opponent his size. Mayweather-Pacquiao may be next in line." Smart-Gilas team captain Chris Tiu said age played a big factor in the bout. "He’s too old and too slow," said Tiu, referring to the beaten Mosley. "Money Mayweather versus Pacquiao please," added Talk 'N Text veteran forward Harvey Carey. - JVP/Rey Joble, GMANews.TV