Filipina Soul

There is no question about how big Manny Pacquiao’s victory over Oscar de la Hoya is for Filipinos. In the Philippines, people flocked to gyms and restaurants to watch the fight live. Just look at all these people gathered at a gym in Tondo:

After the TKO win over de la Hoya, there was a flurry of texting to spread the word. Some celebrated out in the streets, Philippine flags waving. It’s a proud day for the Filipino nation.
Manny has always said that he fights for his country’s honor. Indeed, he has brought that to the Philippines, and Filipinos …read more

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I hope you were able to watch the Dream Match between (mismatched) Manny Pacquiao and Oscar de la Hoya last night. Though de la Hoya was the best fighter of his generation, he couldn’t stand up to Pacquiao’s speed and power. It’s Manny’s time. He is now being hailed as the best fighter in the world.

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Round by round, the Philippines’ very own Manny Pacquiao was the better fighter! He was knocking Oscar de la Hoya left and right, and the Golden Boy did everything he can to fight back, but he was no match.
The eighth round was too much, and de la Hoya’s doctor asks the fighter if he wants to continue "he’s too fast!", and de la Hoya backs out.
Manny goes back to his corner and kneels down, overcome by emotion. "The pride of the Philippines holds his gloves aloft." (Here is a fan-made video of the fight, in lieu of the …read more

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Manny Pacquiao won!!!!!!
After 8 rounds of practically using Oscar de la Hoya as a punching bag, Manny has won the dream match by TKO!
De la Hoya’s trainers and doctor stopped the fight after he sustained numerous punches to the head. De la Hoya’s left eye has swollen, while Pacquiao is absolutely free of any marks on his face.
Manny Pacquiao is THE CHAMP!!!!!!
Pacquiao told de la Hoya, “You are still my idol. Whatever happens, you are still my idol.” De la Hoya replied, “No, now you are my idol.”

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This is it folks! This is the biggest night in Manny Pacquiao’s career! I hope you are ready to cheer him on, wherever you are!
I’m just hanging around, waiting for some family and friends to show up to watch the match with. First, we’ll have our homestyle Christmas caroling, for a good cause. We can’t sing carols out in the street cause it’s just too cold for that! Then, the undercard matches (three of them, I think) before the big fight of the night.
I can’t imagine how exciting the atmosphere must be in Las Vegas! Any chance any of you …read more

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It’s touted the biggest fight in boxing. Tonight, Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao and Oscar "Golden Boy" de la Hoya will prove who is the best fighter in the welterweight division.
Filipinos want Pacquiao to win, of course, so much so that Nike sponsored a website for "online prayer offerings" in behalf of Pacquiao, something that Cornholiogogs writes is more like like god-worship. Actually, even without that depiction, Filipinos already hero-worship the fighter.
The favorite to win is de la Hoya. USAToday believes Pacquiao will not be an easy fight for de la Hoya. Recah Trinidad speculates that a win by points …read more

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Manny Pacquiao is ready for the fight of his career. His American trainer Freddy Roach has predicted not only that PacMan will win the Dream Match against Oscar de la Hoya, but also that it will be by knock out in nine rounds.
 
Oscar de la Hoya and Manny Pacquiao in Las Vegas, Nevada on December 3, 2008.
Roach described part of their strategy as follows:
“If we fight the way we fight, we will break his body down, I think we can get him; I really do. Oscar is in great shape I know it. But he’s weak in the body. …read more

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Oscar de la Hoya and Manny Pacquiao in New York City during their press conference in October 2008.
It’s Manny Pacquiao’s biggest fight ever! On Saturday, Filipina Soul will be glued to the TV cheering him on, along with his millions of fans!
I get jitters just thinking about the Pacquiao-de la Hoya Dream Match, but I can’t stay away. In fact, we’ll be having a gathering of friends at home to watch every jab and parry. Here at Filipina Soul, we’ll also have an online gathering!
On Saturday (Sunday, Manila time), watch for the post with the title, “Open Mic: Manny …read more

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I know this fight is big. But I never thought it would be this HUGE! So majorly humongous (I’m redundant now) that Nike sponsored a website dedicated to the boxing match between of Manny Pacquiao with Oscar de la Hoya.
 
You can show your support for Manny with a shoutout, wishes, prayers or greetings at the website.
With baited breath and nail-chewed fingers, we are waiting for the biggest fight of their careers on December 6, 2008.
The fight will be at the MGM Casino Resort at Las Vegas. Check your cable company for information on the show’s availability through …read more

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It’s not called the Dream Match for nothing.
The December 6 welterweight match between Manny Pacquiao and Oscar de la Hoya is advertised as the “event that transcends the sport.” The Boxing Herald weighs calls it the one fight to watch in our lifetime.
image used with permission by Newscom
“The best pound-for-pound fighter in the world versus boxing’s biggest star. Two eras, two careers, one moment. The dream match!” The two fighters embarked on a ‘pleasant’ transcontinental tour to promote their fight.
But behind the amicable pose is an “unmistakable resentment” says The Los Angeles Times, over unresolved promotional issues …read more

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