Floyd doesn't want to get caught on his weak side like Toney did with Roy...Pacquiao's natural movement as a south paw makes it easier for him than Roy to go in the weak side direction against a Philly Shell defense. In a Philly Shell if Pacquiao gets his lead foot outside of Floyd's lead Manny will shift to Floyd's weak side (his back) and Maywaether will lose track of Pacquaio.
He won't need to get behind Floyd. If his foot is already to the outside he can pretty much fire any punch at will and land while avoiding most shots. This is why it's problematic for a orthodox fighter when they are fighting a southpaw. And with Toney and Jones, again, that was simply a case of Jones knowing how to combat the style. Things would be even worse if Jones was a southpaw.
So Mayweather will use the peek a boo style, square up and take his chances to keep Manny in his sights. For the record I never stated this will "nullify" Pacquiao's speed only that Floyd has a better "read" on Pac's movement. Floyd would position his weak side directly "behind" him not on the "side"...this will make it harder for Manny to maneuver around to it. Unlike Toney who could not stop Jones from jumping in Floyd is taller...longer...and will use the jab to "control" or "limit" Pacquiao's advances, shooting the jab high and low.
Again, Toney was simply beaten by Jones because Jones understood the stance he was fighting against. The shell is naturally weak against a southpaw stance because of where the arms and feet are placed. So basically if an orthodox fighter is already at a disadvantage when fighting a southpaw he is at a bigger disadvantage when using the shell. Why? Hand placement and foot placement. However, INSIDE, it's going to be a different story.
And again, the jab is already nullified by the left hook or lead. He shoots a jab from a high guard he's still open to the left hook and lead. That's just the disadvantage of fighting a southpaw. Can it be remedied? Absolutely. Watch how he used the jab against Judah and pay attention to where he is when he throws and how far it goes out when he throws. Then see what he does after he throws. Basically it's a fuckin trap. You remember that thread where you spoke about Duran? Well in that thread I said Pac was similar and also said how both Pac and Floyd, amongst a couple of other fighters, have the ability to transition from offense to defense and it fools the people they are fighting. So while you're thinking the high guard is a defensive stance, when Floyd does it, it's to trick you, find distance and set you up for a combo or two. Watch the Judah fight. It's textbook.
The only reason I used Marquez in comparison to Pacquiao is that he, Manny, will be as easy a fight as the Marquez cake walk. Yes the fight differently like Guerrero is different from Canelo who is deferent than Mosley but the result is the same...Floyd by landslide. Manny won't even stun Floyd...so...easy work.
Pimp, this is a harder fight. In fact, I will say that Manny is the best opponent Floyd has fought. This is not going to be a shutout, landslide, etc. This is going to be a close fight and don't be surprised if there is some controversy afterwards. Would I give the
edge to Floyd? Yes. He hasn't taken as much damage, he knows how to pace himself, doesn't waste punches and is a sight to behold. People say his fights are boring, I don't think so. I think the guy is a fuckin wizard. I like when he dodges punches and one minute he is in your face and the next he is clear on the other side of the ring. But...Manny has nothing to lose. His ko to Marquez don't mean shit now, he's recovered. Tyson took a beating at the hands of Douglas. Klitscko took a beating at the hands of Lewis. Hearns was crucified by Hagler. Leonard damn near lost an eye. Shit happens. Close fight, I give the edge to Floyd but don't know who will win.
