Jul 9, 2008 by blog
The contract is not yet signed, sealed, delivered for the Edwin Valero vs Manny Pacquiao bout. So this fight may or may not take place. However, Bob Arum is keen on pairing this two prizefighters. Critics and Fans are already speculating the Manny Pacquiao will beat Valero. Manny Pacquiao last year wanted Valero as his next opponent.
Edwin Valero Maybe Pacquiao's Next Opponent
Jul 5, 2008 by blog
Pacquiao at the Araneta Center received the “Award for Sports Excellence" given by the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP).
The University of the Philippines, which is celebrating its founding centenary, also bestowed to Pacquiao the UP Centennial jacket and cap.
Both sports recognitions were handed to Pacquiao just before the start of the highly anticipated La Salle-Ateneo UAAP basketball match.
Pacquiao given Award for Sports Excellence by UAAP
Jul 2, 2008 by blog
Abs-cbn interviews Ed Picson & Ronnie Nathanielsz
Summary: Ed Picson thinks that by Manny's variety of punches and defense is what won the fight, and he was impressed Pacquiao's vast improvement. Ed attribute Manny's success to Pacquiao's training and newfound discipline.
Ronnie Nathanielsz, on the other hand, said that the David Diaz bout was Pacquiao's best performance by far, a display of clinical execution at best. He also said that Manny retained his speed and power even while moving up in weight. Ronnie, a friend of Gabriel Flash Elorde, also states that Manny is the greatest Filipino boxer of all-time.
GMA News interviews Ed Tolentino
Summary: Ed Tolentino said that that jab, footwork, and sped is what clinch the win for Manny Pacquiao
Jun 30, 2008 by blog
The whole country was excited during the Pacquiao vs David Diaz fight, as houses, restaurants, malls, sport complex, and anywhere else that is capable of broadcasting the Manny Pacquiao vs David Diaz Result was filled with viewers.
Pay per view subscription in local cable increased, as pay-per-view clients anticipated the much awaited fight. The demand was so high that people are willing to pay premium price just to see the fight. Global Destiny charged P800 and Skycable P1,500, was buzzing with customers. Living rooms, movie houses, public markets, and plazas across the country, was attuned to the radio and video broadcast of Pacquiao Diaz fight.
Just like in previous fights, virtually no crimes was reported during the fight, many streets were deserted, and even rebel groups watched the fight. There are more movie houses showing the fight than ever before.
The Lagao gymnasium with about 9,000-seating capacity was filled to the rafters. People from as far as South Cotabato and Sarangani came over just to watch the fight live.
In Cotabato City, Moro rebels took time out and found themselves in areas where the fight was shown. So did soldiers assigned in former battlefields in Central Mindanao. In Datu Odin Sinsuat, more than a dozen trucks hauled villagers to Cotabato City restaurants to watch the bout. In the two Lanao provinces, soldiers from the 103rd and 104th Brigades took a break to witness the fight on a wide-screen.
Even towns which are devastated by the recent typhoon, like the Iloilo town of Jaro and Molo set up widescreen.
Some office workers even find a way to watch the fight via the Internet, mobile phones, or AM radio.
At Manila’s Sports Complex, wide screen projectors had been set up, and was overflowing with viewers. When the winner was announced, it was pure pandemonium, the arena exploded with joyous victory.
For a summary list of venues that showed the fight see Pacquiao vs David Diaz Live Pay Per View Tickets Schedules page as well as the Watch Pacquiao vs David Diaz Live for Free in Philippines page.
Filipino Rejoiced over Pacquiao's win
Philippines Rejoice over Pacquiao's win
Manila Restaurant Audience
Forest Grill, Quezon City
Legazpi Village Makati
Family in Laguna, Philippines
Filipinos in Iloilo City, Philippines
Filipino Family Reaction during the Knockout
Balitang America: Filipino in Chicago Cheering
Filipino Family in San Leandro, California
Filipino Family in Fast Forward Action
Filipino Family Reaction in the US
Filipino Reaction in America
Texas Based Family Watching the Fight
Australian-based Filipino Family Reaction
A Grandmother's Reaction during KO
Pacquiao's Hometown General Santos City
Inside Mandalay Bay Crowd Reaction during the Fight
Jun 26, 2008 by blog
Pacquiao during the final press conference before the Pacquiao vs Diaz Fight once again dedicated the fight to those who was devastated by the recent Philippines typhoon (see also: Diane Castillejo Interview Video).
Meanwhile, David Diaz was emotional. Diaz choked and didn't finish his speech when he saw his father, Anselmo, at Wednesday’s press conference at the Media Center of the Mandalay Bay Resort. Anselmo, a Mexican immigrant from Chicago who doesn’t speak English up to now, raised 9 children that includes David.
Pacquiao vs Diaz Las Vegas Press Conference Video
TV Patrol: Las Vegas Press Conference Video
In an earlier interview with the media, Manny Pacquiao said that he is dedicating his fight to the typhoon victims.
"I already sent one of my men to extend financial help," he said. Pacquaio, who expressed sadness from the incident, promised to give more help once he gets home.
Some politicians, like Iloilo Vice Gov. Rolex Suplico (his province was the most devasted in the calamity), are urging Manny to use his fame to gather international donations.
Diane Castillejo Interviews Manny Pacquiao Video
Jun 9, 2008 by blog
I've already shown the GMA Network Pacquiao vs Diaz TV ad last time, so to balance things out, rival ABS-CBN network news segment video for those who prefer those: (Abs-cbn has two other clip on the San Francisco event)
Jun 2, 2008 by blog
photo by pac guevarra
About 500 mostly Filipino fans, many of whom arrived hours earlier, cheered for Manny Pacquiao at San Francisco, California. In this particular video, Pacquiao is demonstrating his impressive mitt work with his longtime trainer Freddie Roach. This is Pacquiao's second free workout this year in the San Francicsco Bay Area. Manny's first Open Workout this year is with Marquez (see also CBS Coverage Video).
The Filipino fans in Northern California always provide some of Pacquiao's biggest pay-per-view numbers, promoter Bob Arum said. Pacquiao wanted to pay them back with a weekend workout — and he also paid back about 60 family members and local friends by taking them to lunch at a restaurant in the Berkeley Marina after the workout.
Abs-cbn: Manny Pacquiao & David Diaz in Berkeley
GMA News: Pacquiao Training at San Francisco
Fan Handheld Camera: Pacquiao at San Francisco
Fan Handheld Camera: Mitt Work w/ Freddie Roach
May 11, 2008 by blog
Manny Pacquiao is set to leave Philippines this day May 12, 2008 for his Los Angeles training for the upcoming Diaz vs Pacquiao fight.
Meanwhile here's an old video of his training from Abs-Cbn Sports Unlimited hosted by Diane Castillejo. This video was taken in preparation for the Pacquiao-Morales 2nd bout. It shows how hardworking Pacquiao at training.
How Manny Pacquiao Trains Video
Apr 6, 2008 by blog
Video and Transcript of Pacquiao talking to Juan Manuel Marquez during the “Invasion – Philippines vs The World” fight card at the Araneta Coliseum.
Marquez walked up to Pacquiao at the fight venue of WBO champion Gerry Penalosa. Both of them has just arrived from a trip abroad. Golden Boy Promotions and ABS-CBN collaborated to bring Marquez as a special guest on the event. Marquez received a standing ovation from fans, some even posed for pictures with him. Reporter Dyan Castillejo is the moderator of their talk.
The conversation started with Marquez shaking Pacquiao hands.
Comedian: Welcome to the Philippines
Marquez: Thank you very much.
Reporter: Juan Manuel, what would you like to say to...
Marquez: I, I feel very happy to stay here first, and I, I want the rematch. Because, because he knows I, I won the fight. Yeah.
Reporter: What can you say about that Manny?
Pacquiao: Uhm, what I can say is... (crowd cheering) what I can say is, uh, you know uh, it depends on uh, how's the negotiations going, and uhm, there's no problem to me about the rematch. Anytime.
Marquez: Many, many people thinks eh, I won the fight. Not only in Mexico, but here, in England, in, in Japan, and around the world. Yes.
Pacquiao: Well that's uh, part of the game. You know there's a loser, and there's a winner. But uh, you know, I think uhm, you know uhm, I think I'm lucky on that night that I win. I await a rematch so anytime...
Reporter: Anytime, right now... (to Marquez) you're asking him for a rematch.
Marquez: Yes, Yes.
Comedian: Swing bout (laughs)... how about a swing bout?
Marquez: Yeah, yeah, whenever (laughs).
Pacquiao: (laughs, lighty punch the comedian in the gut)
Reporter: What can you say Manny?
Pacquiao: Uhm, there's no problem and it depends on how the negotiation going. And it depends on my, the promoters, uhm, negotiation. And for me I'm a fighter and just my job is to, to get ready and to get in shape and to fight in the ring.
Reporter: But if he ask you, you, would you like fight him again?
Pacquiao: No problem, anytime. Uh...
Marquez: Sign, sign, just sign it... (Smiles)
Pacquiao: (Smiles)
Comedian: (Laughs)
Marquez: Let's do again. Let's do again for the people. Let's do again for the people.
Reporter: When, when would you like to fight?
Marquez: September, October...
Jaime Quintana (Entourage of Marquez): Make it for November.
Marquez: Give me, give me the paper for the signing...
Comedian: (laughs)
Reporter: Welcome him to the Philippines, Manny.
Pacquiao: Welcome to the Philippines. (to Marquez and his entourage) Welcome to the Philippines again. You're welcome to visit here, you know.
Jaime Quintana (Entourage of Marquez): Anytime you want to visit Mexico too, okay? Anytime. Thank you.
Their talk ended with Marquez shaking Pacquiao hands. Pacquiao kept his composure in treating a special guest to his country. Marquez was very happy that he was invited and was grateful for the warmth of Filipino hospitality.
Pacquiao Talking to Marquez at Araneta Coliseum Video