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Manny Pacquiao vs. Juan Manuel Marquez III
Way back in 2004 Filipino Pacquiao knocked Márquez down three times in the first round, but the battle went the distance, the pair couldn't be separated by the judges and a draw was declared. In 2008 the pair fought again, and that time Márquez lost his WBC super-featherweight title to Pacquiao in a controversial split decision. "Now it's time to shed doubt over who the best fighter is," the Mexican said in the run up to tonight's 12-round bout at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. "I want to win this fight because I believe I won the first two." When the fight was promoted in Pacquiao's homeland, Márquez gave his opponent added motivation by wearing a T-shirt bearing the legend: "We Were Robbed."
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Plot Summary
The third installment of the legendary rivalry between Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao and Mexican superstar Juan Manuel Marquez took place in a highly anticipated welterweight bout. After two previous close encounters, both fighters entered the ring looking to definitively settle their score. The fight was a tactical battle, showcasing the skills and determination of two of the greatest pound-for-pound boxers of their era.
Critical Reception
The fight was met with immense anticipation and delivered a closely contested battle that polarized fans and experts alike. While many praised the high-level boxing on display, the controversial split decision victory for Pacquiao left some viewers and analysts dissatisfied, with many believing Marquez had done enough to win.
What Reviewers Say
A thrilling and technical boxing match between two legends.
The controversial split decision left many questioning the judges' scoring.
Both fighters displayed immense heart and skill, living up to their rivalry's legacy.
Google audience: Audience reception was largely positive regarding the fight's action and intensity, but a significant portion of viewers expressed disappointment and disagreement with the judges' decision, believing Juan Manuel Marquez was unfairly denied a victory.
Awards & Accolades
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Fun Fact
Despite being the first fight between Pacquiao and Marquez not to end in a knockout, this bout was highly controversial due to the split decision, with many pundits and fans believing Marquez was robbed of a win.
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