Manny Pacquaio and Juan Manuel Marquez first met on May 8, 2004 for the first part of their highly anticipated triology with the last fight was all set this coming November 11, 2011 at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
The man from the Philippines was considered as more popular compared to Juan Manuel Marquez although he is moving for the fourth time in his career. The fans were expecting for a huge fight which caught up on surprise as they did not get only a huge fight but a cl(–foul word(s) removed–)ic one which needs a follow through.
Marquez was knocked down three times during the first round but rebounded back and salvaged a draw. It is one of the most remarkable come back in boxing history. Manny leads after the first round but was unable to sustain his lead and was so frustrated with the way Marquez was counter-attacking him. The first game was an epic Featherweight title bout between the two future hall of famer.
Pacquio vs. Marquez I: The Draw
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The second fight between Juan Manuel Marquez was considered once again was a cl(–foul word(s) removed–)ic although Manny knocked down Marquez again during the third round but eventually won by Manny via split decision. Top rank promoter Bob Arum have also his scorecard which according to him was tied at 6-6 but got an extra point for the knock down.
Drama, controversy and epic clash which was separated by just one point with the score at 114-113 and Manny was crowned the new champion of the featherweight division. The rematch was so close and the closeness had even put Manny on the verge of defeat during the 8th round where he was roped.
Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez were all bloodied at the end of the game which needs another rematch although it takes time before this things happen. The triology between two greatest fighters is set to end up with the scheduled November 12 bout.
Pacquiao vs. Marquez II: The Split Decision Manny Won
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The third and final chapter of the game between Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez will definitely be another epic battle between the two prized fighter. Pacquiao is all set to prove that he is ended a better fighter and Juan Manuel Marquez will continue to prove that he is the closest fighter that could salvage a win against the pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao.
