Victor Ortiz vs. Manny Perez
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Tony Calcara, Staff Writer
Who knows what to expect when Victor Ortiz climbs into the ring.
He has had more downs than ups over the last few years. I expect Ortiz to win because Perez won’t be able to create the kind of firefight that has made Victor fold up and quit as he has done in recent years.
On this night, I think he has a “safe” opponent.
Prediction: Ortiz
Lou Catalano, Senior Writer
It’s hard to fathom that Victor Ortiz once shared a ring with Floyd Mayweather. He’s been drilled a couple of times, and hasn’t won a fight since defeating Andre “We Livin Baby!” Berto.
He’s also really, really weird. Manny Perez is a guy who was hand picked because of his less-than-stellar KO record. It may not matter. Ortiz was stiffened by Luis Collazo, a guy not exactly known for his punching prowess.
While Ortiz talks like he’s right on the cusp of legendary status, he’s actually a walking concussion who seems completely delusional. I fear for his safety should he ever get back into the ring with another serious puncher. I’m taking the upset here and going with Perez to outwork a completely shot Ortiz.
Prediction: Perez
Alex Burgos, Editor-in-Chief
Victor Ortiz is very unpredictable. During the media workouts and the number of interviews he’s given in the build up to this fight, he seems half there and half in la-la land–broski.
Manny Perez is a tough customer and will certainly come prepared to try and rattle Ortiz and push him to the point of quitting, but I’m not sure he has the firepower to do so. It’s a huge opportunity for Perez–who may have some moments–but ultimately I think Ortiz wins and continues his odd quest to become the No.1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world.
Prediction: Ortiz
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