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He's also the new welterweight champion of the world after a stunning 11th round stoppage over previously undefeated superstar Miguel Cotto. And let me just say, holy fucking shit! That was a fight was one of the finest displays of boxing I've ever seen, and it's the unquestionable choice for Fight of the Year. Pretty much everything that boxing fans expected, along with a stunning end that few foresaw. More »
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If you, like me, are paying $50 ($60 for HD) for tonight's fight then you might as make things more interesting with a small wager. Obviously I'm taking Cotto for the win, but when and by what means make all the difference. Continue after the jump where I'll break down all of the possible betting angles and give you my favorite picks. More »
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We are now just hours away from the most eagerly anticipated boxing match since Mayweather-De La Hoya between Mexico's Antonio Margarito and the biggest emerging star in boxing, Puerto Rico's Miguel Cotto. Everything about this match-up leads me to believe that we're about to witness one of the most memorable battles of this era in boxing. Cotto is the undefeated king of the welterweights, but he's never been in with a guy quite like the Tijuana Tornado. Margarito is a classic Mexican fighter, displaying a tenacious attacking spirit to go with a chin. Continue after the jump to watch HBO's essential Countdown to Cotto-Margarito in its entirety as well as links to some great previews. More »
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