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FLOYD "MONEY" MAYWEATHER & CANELO ALVAREZ FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & PHOTOS THREE DAYS BEFORE "THE ONE: MAYWEATHER vs. CANELO"

FLOYD "MONEY" MAYWEATHER & CANELO ALVAREZ

FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES

THREE DAYS BEFORE "THE ONE: MAYWEATHER vs. CANELO"

 "He's 42-0, but he hasn't faced 42 Floyd Mayweathers" - Floyd Mayweather

"I don't care about his record....I'm coming to win" - Canelo Alvarez

Saturday, Sept. 14, LIVE on SHOWTIME PPV®

From the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas

Eight-time, five-division World Champion Floyd "Money" Mayweather and Super Welterweight World Champion and Mexican Superstar Canelo Alvarez were all business during Wednesday's final press conference at KA Theatre at MGM Grand in Las Vegas, just three days before Saturday's historic "THE ONE: MAYWEATHER vs. CANELO."

Canelo's WBC, WBA and Ring Magazine Super Welterweight World Championships and Mayweather's WBA Super Welterweight Super World Championship will be at stake on SHOWTIME PPV in the most significant boxing showdown in recent memory.

Here's what the fighters, promoters and trainers had to say during the event:

FLOYD MAYWEATHER:

"Its fight time, what else can I say?   If the game plan is to keep pressure, I can handle it.  If the game plan is to out box me, nobody can out box me. You have to be able to out match me mentally, and I'm the strongest mental fighter in the sport of boxing.

"I've been here before so I know what it takes. He's 42-0, but he hasn't faced 42 Floyd Mayweathers because he'd be 0-42.  I'm at the pinnacle.  I'm the face of boxing and I'm dedicated to my craft.

"I'm Floyd Mayweather; I can turn any fighter into a star. I don't worry about running out of opponents. I've got guys under my banner I can turn into stars and fight."

"September 14 is just another stepping stone, another opponent to me.  But he knows he's facing Floyd Mayweather; I'm facing just another opponent.

"Career-wise, I'm OK, no matter what the outcome is.  I never worry about the outcome.  When I go into any fight, I'm not focused on the money or anything.  I'm focused on going out there, performing well, and giving the fans what they want to see - excitement.  That's what it's all about; it's about the fans winning. He's still got a lot of weight to get off.  My weight is made, I woke up this morning 150 (pounds).

"I guess other fighters look at it as you win some, you lose some.  Me, I look at it as I want to win them all.  I'm a winner.  I don't lose.

On how he knows Canelo still has to cut weight:

"I know it, because it's my job to know it.  My job as a fighter to know everything about any opponent I'm facing."

On his most important advantage:

"Being able to just make changes and adjust instantly.  It's no different from you seeing Shane (Mosley) hit me with a good shot.  I say it's not a problem, because Shane isn't going to cut me on my face, I'm not going for that.  But Shane is a future Hall of Famer; I can't take anything away from Shane. And someday Canelo will go down in the Hall of Fame, as one of the opponents I beat."

  

CANELO ALVAREZ:

"I don't care about his record.  I'm not coming to make a good fight, I'm coming to win.

"When you fight Floyd you have to be ready for every aspect of a fight.  You have to be able to adjust mentally as well as physically.  I have to be very, very smart and ready to change my plan at any time.

"You'll see how I do it. You'll see how I beat him.  I'm calm and I'm just ready to fight. 

"We've prepared like never before.  Floyd is a fighter who throws like five punchers a round and he lands them - that's why he wins rounds.  But we're prepared for that; we're prepared for everything. 

"I'm ready for the best Floyd possible.  He can change his game plan and I will be ready. 

"I've studied him.  I know his style and I know what he's going to do.  "I'm confident I will win because I know everything about him.  I've prepared for everything.

"It's important from the opening bell to fight smart and not fall into his game plan.  I need to stick to my plan, not fall into his.

"He's a very good counterpuncher but I'm ready for that.  I have to be smart with his counterpunching but I'm confident we can handle it. 

"It's important to throw combinations.  You have to know how to apply them and you have to hit the head and the body.  That will be key. 

It truly is a pleasure to be part of this. I appreciate all of the support for this fight.  I want to thank my team for working hard with me. On Saturday night, I will be victorious."

On having all of Mexico rooting for him:

"There's no pressure whatsoever.  It's motivating to have all of Mexico rooting for me."

On why Floyd hasn't talked much trash leading into this fight:

"I think it's because his other opponents want to talk trash.  I respect everyone except when we get in the ring."

RICHARD SCHAEFER, CEO of Golden Boy Promotions

"The WBC has produced a very special belt for this occasion. It's a first time that they have melted a big gold bar into the belt. This is a belt made of pure gold.

"Our sponsors put over $40 million of activation behind this promotion.  Corona is our lead sponsor and they spent 50 percent of their conventional ad buy on our promotion.

"Boxing is the highest rated television programming in Mexico.  Mexico's government and the tourism board have put their promotional efforts in the sport of boxing.  They have become a great partner and ambassador of this promotion and Golden Boy Promotions.

"In addition, we have sponsorships and partnerships with Fathom, Nature Nutrition, Fred Loya Insurance, O'Reilly Auto Parts, AT&T and Valvoline. 

"Fathom is going to be showing this promotion live on 550 screens.  This is our sixth fight with Fathom.  We've already sold out many theaters already. There are more than 26,000 seats for closed circuit at the MGM Mirage Resort properties as well as many bars and restaurants across the country.

"In Australia, the pay per view has already broken all-time records with three days before fight night.

"This fight has been off the charts. This fight is something special. Celebrities are calling us to purchase tickets.

"We hope to set the all-time pay-per-view record come Saturday night."

  

LEONARD ELLERBE, CEO of Mayweather Promotions

"Floyd is the face of boxing, the highest paid athlete in sports. He's accomplished everything, broke all the records.  Come Saturday night, you guys will see the same old Floyd Mayweather, the one that always wins.

"This has been a wonderful promotion so far and the fans will be the real winners."

  

STEPHEN ESPINOZA, EVP SHOWTIME Sports

"Thank you to the MGM for its hospitality and Richard Schaefer and Golden Boy Promotions.

"This is the biggest and best event-THE ONE.  We have the biggest live gate.  We have a great line-up of sponsors.  We are live streaming all of our events leading up to the fight.  CBS has had 150 radio stations across the United States promoting the fight.

"None of this happens without Floyd Mayweather and Canelo Alvarez.  This event doesn't happen without their commitment.

"For those of you who are college football fans, I urge you all to tune in to the start of this Saturday's college football game on CBS at 12:30 PT/3:30 ET.  Be sure not to be late because there will be a surprise for boxing fans at the top of that broadcast."

  

JOSE "CHEPO" REYNOSO, Trainer of Canelo Alvarez

"This is a historic fight, but the time for talking is over. On Saturday night Saul "Canelo" Alvarez will make history and he will be victorious.

  

EDDIE REYNOSO, Co-trainer of Canelo Alvarez

"It's a great pleasure to be a part of this historic event. Obviously, as a Mexican, we always come out to demonstrate that we win can and on Saturday it will be no different. We will prove that we can."

ABOUT "THE ONE: MAYWEATHER VS. CANELO":

"THE ONE: MAYWEATHER VS. CANELO," a 12-round fight for Canelo's WBC, WBA and Ring Magazine Super Welterweight World Championships and Mayweather's WBA Super Welterweight Super World Championship taking place Saturday, Sept. 14 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, Golden Boy Promotions and Canelo Promotions and sponsored by Corona, O'Reilly Auto Parts, AT&T, Valvoline, Mexico Tourism, Fred Loya Insurance and Nature Nutrition.  In the 12-round co-featured attraction, WBC, WBA Super and Ring Magazine Super Lightweight World Champion Danny Garcia and thunderous puncher WBC Interim Super Lightweight World Champion Lucas Matthysse square off in a fight presented in association with Swift Promotions and Arano Box Promotions.  Also, Ishe Smith vs. Carlos Molina square off in a 12-round battle for Smith's IBF Junior Middleweight World Title which is promoted in association with Warriors Boxing.  The opening bout on SHOWTIME PPV features a 10-round welterweight showdown between Pablo Cesar Cano and Ashley Theophane.  The mega-event will be produced and distributed live by SHOWTIME PPV® beginning at 9:00 p.m. ET/6:00 p.m. PT.  The event can be heard in Spanish using secondary audio programming (SAP).

Less than 24 hours after going on sale in June, the event was sold out, but six MGM Resorts properties will host live closed circuit telecasts of "THE ONE."  Properties showcasing the event include ARIA, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Monte Carlo and New York-New York.  General admission tickets for the closed circuit telecasts are priced at $100, not including handling fees, and are available for purchase at each individual property's box office outlets and also are available for purchase by phone with a major credit card at 866-799-7711.  Closed circuit ticket sales are limited to eight (8) per person. 

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FLOYD MAYWEATHER MEDIA DAY QUOTES & PHOTOS‏

FLOYD MAYWEATHER MEDIA DAY IN LAS VEGAS

'MONEY': 'I WAS BORN FOR THIS'

EIGHT-TIME, FIVE-DIVISION WORLD CHAMPION PUTS ON

A SHOW AS HE CONTINUES TO WRAP UP 

FINAL PREPARATIONS FOR HIS 

MEGA-SHOWDOWN AGAINST CANELO ALVAREZ

SATURDAY, SEPT. 14 AT MGM GRAND ON SHOWTIME PPV^®

FLOYD MAYWEATHER

"This was just a light workout today; it was cool. I appreciate all the media coming out and the fans for supporting me throughout my career. It's been truly a blessing.

"I think I'll be a lot sharper for this fight. My training camp has been great. Actually, this is one of my best training camps I've had, probably since 2005. On my first day back, I got right back into sparring. I think I sparred seven rounds. So as of now, my training camp's been smooth. My dad is happy, Leonard (Ellerbe) is happy, Al (Haymon) is happy and I'm happy. I've been boxing a lot of rounds so I'm sharp. I'm in great condition and happy to get right back in there. I feel tremendous.

"My weight is made. I came into training camp weighing 150 or 149 and I came into the gym today probably weighing 150 or 149.

"Canelo is a solid competitor but it is what it is: I've faced the best in this sport, I know what it takes to be involved in a fight of this magnitude and I'm dedicated to my craft. I was born for this.

"This is a great matchup. He's a puncher. I'm a sharp boxer. You know, a lot of times I hit these guys and I make them go into survival mode. Even in the Robert Guerrero fight I was looking for the knockout, but I hurt my hand. So I wasn't impressed with myself -- because I didn't get the knockout. This time around, I'll be looking for the knockout.

"He's banking on his youth, I'm banking I on my experience. I have a lot of experience in championship fights. Look at his resume, look at my resume and see what you come up with.

"I can't talk about the past, but I can talk about the present time and I can talk about the future. The present time is, I'm undefeated, and the future is, I'm going to continue to work hard and give the fans what they want to see.

"On Sept. 14, I just want everybody around the world to tune in and enjoy a great night of boxing.''

(More on facing Canelo)

"He's no pushover; I can't overlook him. I just have to go out and execute the game plan and do what I do best. Nothing worries me. I can make adjustments.

"He is one of the best in boxing at this particular time. He's young and strong. He's got guts so we'll see how the fight plays out.

"It's not about the weight, it's about the skills. The skills pay the bills.  I can't wait to get in there and compete and test my skills against this young guy. I feel good, I'm still hungry.'

(On Canelo's opposition)

"Did Canelo KO Austin Trout? This is a whole different ballgame. He may be predicting a knockout but all you have to do is look at the opponents he's faced.  I really don't know too many, but a lot of the guys went the distance with him. And we're not just talking about A-fighters but D- and C-fighters. Guys that he should have knocked out in the fourth round, they were able to go into the eighth and ninth rounds even though they were caught with numerous shots.'

"I don't think Ricky Hatton's brother is on the level of a Floyd Mayweather.''

(On notion that Canelo will stop him)

"Oscar said he was gonna knock me out also. Did you see what happened in that fight? People are entitled to do their opinion. People are going to say what they're going to say. My job is to be the best I can be and continue to do my job. There's a reason I do record-breaking numbers.

"My last fight against Guerrero, he thought it was just gonna be easy. A lot of times people, fighters, look from the outside and think to themselves, 'this can't be that difficult,' but once they get inside that squared circle with me it's totally different.''

(Gameplan)

"I'm going to show him a lot of angles.  I have a lot of experience, and experience is going to be a factor. It's going to be real, real different for him at this level.''

(On Canelo's Popularity)

"Among Hispanic/Mexican/Latin fighters, I don't really know who has the biggest following but if I had to say so, I would say probably (Juan Manuel) Marquez because he has accomplished more and done a lot for the sport of boxing. So I don't support the thought (or subscribe to the feeling) that Canelo has a bigger following than (Marquez).''

(On why Canelo took this fight)

"I can't really say. Of course, sometimes some people want their No 1 spot, not just No. 1 in (their)  weight class but they want to be known as the best in their sport. They want all the attention, the  paydays, the money. (For me) this took years and years of hard work and dedication, belief and a strong team.'' 

(His hands)

"I went to three different doctors after the Guerrero fight. Everything is OK.''

(Staying ahead of the game)

"Every guy I face is always heavier. I think I'm just a very, very sharp fighter. I stay mentally sharp; by that I mean I stay five or six steps ahead of my opponents. This is chess, not checkers. These are moves you have to think about. At this level, you've got to get 10 steps ahead of your opponent."

(On what it takes to remain at the top)

"You've got to be mentally tough, push yourself to the limit, be physically sharp, have a great chin and a tremendous heart.''

(The ONE 10-city media tour)

"The tour was wild, crazy. It started in New York and ended in Los Angeles. I think it was great for me, Canelo Alvarez, the chance to embrace the fans and also to get the chance to go to Mexico. I have a lot of fans in Mexico.''

(Fighters that impress him)

"I like Leo Santa Cruz. He's unbelievable. I think he should be on the pound-for-pound list.''

(On Garcia-Matthysse)

"Both fighters at 140 pounds are really tough punchers and great fighters. I can't see it going the distance.''

(Still The ONE)

"I'm the face of boxing and I'm happy that I was able to transcend and change the sport in a totally different way. At one particular time in the late 70's, 80's and all the way to the 90's, it was all about the heavyweights. Then I came in and brought attention to the smaller guys.  I think I've done a lot for the sport of boxing, and boxing has done a lot for me.''   

LEONARD ELLERBE, CEO of Mayweather Promotions

"This is the fight that the fans wanted. They demanded it, and this is the fight that Floyd wanted. In my opinion, this fight will be the biggest in the history of the sport. 

"Canelo fought on a few of our undercards. We know what he brings to the table. He is a tremendous fighter, he is the biggest star in Mexico and he has a tremendous following. Floyd has a lot of Mexican fans, too. He loves Mexico. Mexicans are intelligent fans. They know the sport of boxing. Floyd has defeated a number of Mexican fighters and he has a tremendous amount of respect for their history and their fighters.

"I think now is the right time for this fight to happen. Canelo is coming off a big victory with Austin Trout and Floyd with Guerrero. This is The ONE.

"An active Floyd Mayweather ... WOW."

ISHE SMITH, IBF Junior Middleweight Champion

"It's been an amazing last six months. I was honored with an "Ishe Smith Day.'' It's been a rollercoaster ride for me since the days of The Contender and it was tough, and it hurt, but to be a world champion now and have Floyd behind me is just really exciting. I am blessed.

"One thing Floyd told me: 'I can get you to the door but then it is up to you. On Sept. 14 (when he defends against Carlos Molina), this is another opportunity where he shows me the door.

"And like I did in Detroit (when he won the title over Cornelius Bundrage), I plan on knocking that door down again."

ASHLEY THEOPHANE, Former Brisith Junior Welterweight Champion who faces Pablo Cesar Cano in opening bout of pay-per-view telecast

"You know this has been my dream since I was five years old. I watched Mike Tyson and Sugar Ray Leonard and was inspired by them. It's been an amazing journey. America has opened up and welcomed me as well as the Money Team.

"This is the biggest fight of my life, and I know I need to come out victorious. It is a magnificent card; you've got three world champions on there."

"THE ONE: MAYWEATHER VS. CANELO," a 12-round fight for Canelo's WBC, WBA and Ring Magazine Super Welterweight World Championships and Mayweather's WBA Super Welterweight Super World Championship taking place Saturday, Sept. 14 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, Golden Boy Promotions and Canelo Promotions and sponsored by Corona, O'Reilly Auto Parts, AT&T, Valvoline, Mexico Tourism, Fred Loya Insurance and Nature Nutrition.  In the 12-round co-featured attraction, WBC, WBA Super and Ring Magazine Super Lightweight World Champion Danny Garcia and thunderous puncher WBC Interim Super Lightweight World Champion Lucas Matthysse square off in a fight presented in association with Swift Promotions and Arano Box Promotions.  Also, Ishe Smith vs. Carlos Molina square off in a 12-round battle for Smith's IBF Junior Middleweight World Title which is promoted in association with Warriors Boxing.  The opening bout on SHOWTIME PPV features a 10-round welterweight showdown between Pablo Cesar Cano and Ashley Theophane.  The mega-event will be produced and distributed live by SHOWTIME PPV® beginning at 9:00 p.m. ET/6:00 p.m. PT.  The event can be heard in Spanish using secondary audio programming (SAP).

  

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All Day with Money Mayweather

All Day with Floyd "Money" Mayweather and The Money Team. 
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All Day with Money Mayweather

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"THE ONE: MAYWEATHER VS. CANELO" OFFICIAL WEIGHTS‏

Floyd 'Money' Mayweather weighed in at 150.5lb, while Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez stepped on the scales at 152lb for the junior-middleweight world title fight at the MGM Grand, in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

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WATCH LIVE NOW!! THE WEIGH-IN LIVE: MAYWEATHER VS. CANELO FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 13, 6PM ET / 3PM PT

If you missed today's #TheOne weigh-in show, you have to see this crowd!

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FRIDAY 9/13: “THE ONE: MAYWEATHER vs. CANELO” OFFICIAL WEIGH-IN 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. ET / 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. PT

Join Floyd Mayweather, Canelo Alvarez, Danny Garcia, Lucas Matthysse and more as boxing fans converge on the MGM Garden Arena to watch the fighters hit the scales. (Audio available in English and Spanish.)

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WRITERS AND FIGHTERS PREDICT WINNER OF UNIFIED SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP DANNY GARCIA VS. LUCAS MATTHYSSE‏

HOW THEY PICK 'EM: WRITERS AND FIGHTERS PREDICT WINNER OF UNIFIED SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP DANNY GARCIA VS. LUCAS MATTHYSSE

 This Saturday, Sept. 14, Live at 9 P.M. ET/6 P.M. PT on SHOWTIME PPV®

In what is being called its own main event, the Unified Super Lightweight World Championship mega-fight between Danny "Swift" Garcia andLucas "The Machine" Matthysse has boxing fans and media scratching their heads.  The task of choosing between Matthysse's power and Garcia's boxing IQ has proven to be a difficult one, even for the most knowledgeable boxing enthusiasts.  While Matthysse has a slight edge amongst the sweet science experts listed below, this potential 'Fight of the Year' candidate could certainly go either way. 

One thing is for sure, when these two warriors step into the ring at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas this Saturdaynight live on SHOWTIME PPV (9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT), they are going to get the crowd out of their seats and ready for the Mayweather vs. Canelo main event super fight.

How the media and the boxers see Garcia vs. Matthysse: 

Tim Dahlberg, Associated Press, (Garcia): "Danny Garcia doesn't get enough credit for his ring skills, but maybe now he will.  I think he boxes circles around Matthysse and gives him a beating in the late rounds.  This will be a coming out party on a big stage for Garcia.''

Steve Carp, Las Vegas Review-Journal, (Garcia): "In a tough call, I'm picking Garcia by split decision.  This could be the 'Fight of the Year'; two great warriors who don't know the meaning of the word quit.  But in the end, Garcia will do just enough to hold off Matthysse and get the decision.''

Lance Pugmire, Los Angeles Times, (Matthysse): "Matthysse has done more in his recent fights to impress than Garcia, who has caught Amir Khan with a punch, and then beaten faded veterans Erik Morales and Zab Judah.  Garcia is not a good enough boxer to escape the power punching of Matthysse, and I'd expect a stoppage by the Argentine in the middle rounds.''

Kevin Iole, Yahoo, (Garcia): "The hype behind Matthysse is massive, and understandable given his punching power.  Garcia is a good boxer who hits hard, too.  He's a better boxer and I think that makes the difference in an excellent fight.  Garcia wins a 12-round decision.''

Bob Velin, USA TODAY, (Garcia):  "Matthysse is not unbeatable, as many think.  Garcia is the better boxer, and is very good at adjusting in the ring.  If Matthysse is able to connect with one of his power shots, he could put Garcia away.  I see Garcia fighting on the outside, avoiding the big hit and just barely outworking Matthysse to win a split decision.''

Gordon Marino, Wall Street Journal, (Matthysse): "Matthysse in a 6th round knockout.  Danny is going to trade with him, but Lucas just hits too hard.''

Matt Breen, The Philadelphia Inquirer, (Garcia): "It's Garcia's chance to take his career to another level and he won't let it slip.  His speed will keep Matthysse off balance and eventually open him up for that big left hook.  If the Judah fight taught him anything, it was that he has to defend. Garcia by KO in 10.''

Lyle Fitzsimmons, CBSSports.com, (Garcia): "When Matthysse hammered Peterson as Danny sat ringside, I was sure that moment that the same fate awaited Garcia. But the more time that's passed, the more I'm thinking Garcia has the skill set -- or at the very least the toughness -- to withstand an early storm and perhaps ask a few questions of Lucas that no one has. Garcia wins a unanimous 12-round decision.''

George Willis, New York Post, (Garcia): "This is a big moment for Garcia to validate his title and make his mark as one of best pound-for-pound [fighters]. Yes, he has to avoid the big punch.  But I think he has the skills to do so and the power to finish late in the fight. I like Garcia by eleventh-round TKO.''

Ron Lewis, The Times Of London, (Matthysse): "Garcia's chance lies in being able to survive the early onslaught by Matthysse.  He showed when he fought Amir Khan that he can take a bit of stick and come back. However, Matthysse's power seems to be at a different level and I can see him winning by stoppage before halfway.''

Mark Whicker, Orange County Register, (Garcia): "Garcia takes a decision because he's skilled enough to avoid taking the big shot.''

Robert Morales, Los Angeles News Group, (Matthysse): "Matthysse by TKO, somewhere after the sixth round of what I believe will be a brutal fight.  Garcia is very tough, but I don't think he's been hit the way Matthysse is going to hit him.''

Doug Fischer, The RING Magazine, (Matthysse): "Danny Garcia is a worthy 140-pound champ, but I think he's met his match in Lucas Matthysse.  Matthysse is not only the harder hitter, but also the more composed and technically sound of the two boxer-punchers.  I think they'll go at it on even terms and give the fans a show in the early rounds of the fight, but by the fifth or sixth rounds, Garcia's face will be hammered and bloody by a series of right hands. I think his father will keep him on his stool before the fight goes too deep.  Matthysse wins by mid-to-late TKO.''

Mike Rosenthal, Ring Online, (Matthysse): "I hate to pick against Garcia, who punches hard and finds ways to win fights. I've been burned by him before.  However, Matthysse punches at least as hard as Garcia and is probably a better boxer. Also, the fact Garcia struggled late in his fight with Zab Judah shows some vulnerability.  I see Matthysse getting the better of spirited exchanges until the Argentine finally scores a late knockout.  Matthysse wins by KO 10.''

Keith Idec, The Record, New Jersey/BoxingScene.com, (Matthysse): "It'll be interesting to see how Matthysse takes Garcia's trademark left hook in what could be a more competitive fight than some anticipate.  Ultimately, though, Garcia's courage and tendency to get caught clean in exchanges will cost him against such a huge puncher.  Matthysse by TKO 9."

Matthew Aguilar, El Paso Times, (Garcia): "As usual, Matthysse will storm out of his corner and try and land his bombs early.  The sheer intensity of his attack will be enough to keep Garcia on the defensive through the early rounds.  But he'll stay away from the corners and the ropes, calmly using his jab and boxing skills.  By round six, Matthysse will be tired, having expected to end it by then. Garcia will then go on the attack and hurt Matthysse down the stretch. Garcia will hang on for a split decision victory.''

Damian Calhoun, Orange County Register, (Matthysse): "I expect both fighters' chins to get tested in this fight.  The biggest question is can Garcia do enough to slow Matthysse down?  I don't think so.  Matthysse's power and his relentless attack will wear down Garcia in the later rounds for the stoppage victory.''

Leighton Ginn, Palm Springs, Calif., Desert Sun (Matthysse): "Lucas Matthysse is a beast and he sought out the best in training when he sparred with Timothy Bradley.  Garcia is a great fighter with a lot of smarts, but Matthysse is a better defender and smarter fighter than people give him credit for.  And with that power?  Lights out.  Matthysse by eighth round KO.''

Lem Satterfield, Ring Online, (Garcia): "Danny Garcia has enough of a chin and enough youth and power to make Lucas Matthysse respect him.  He also has enough boxing foundation to fight from a distance when required in order to eke out a split-decision.''

Kieran Mulvaney, ESPN.com, (Matthysse): "This is no disrespect to Garcia, but styles make fights, and Garcia comes to fight.  That will be his undoing, as he will be there to be hit, and will ultimately prove unable to hold off the relentless Argentine. But he'll land some telling blows of his own in the fight of the night   Matthysse by fifth round KO.''

Norm Frauenheim, The Ring/15rounds.com, (Matthysse): "Lucas Matthysse by KO.  Only the knockout is a lock.  Danny Garcia's power, smarts and tenacity surprised Amir Khan, but he can be hit and it'll only take one from Matthysse.''

Grant Gordon, Glendale News-Press/Los Angeles Times Community News, (Garcia): "Garcia and Matthysse won't be the biggest fight of the night, but they'll put on the best.  Matthysse will have his spots, landing the biggest shots, but Garcia will ultimately take the bout via tight decision, showcasing a sturdy chin and a more active and accurate attack."

Jake Donovan, Boxing Scene, (Garcia): "I think people are severely understimating Garcia's chances, and overestimating Matthysse as some sort of gloved terrorist. Garcia doesn't do anything great but does everything well. I see him surviving Matthysse's most vicious moments to take a clear decision win.''

Anson Wainwright, Ring Online/MaxBoxing, (Matthysse): "This fight could headline in its right. Matthysse comes back after an absolute monster performance over Lamont Peterson -- nobody does that to Peterson.  While Garcia looked good early before struggling late against Zab Judah.  Garcia has had his struggles in the first Morales fight, early in the Khan fight and then late against Judah, but he finds a way to win.  That said, if he's in harm's way against "The Machine," he's in big trouble.  Matthysse is a one of boxing's biggest punchers. I think Garcia is good enough to stay away from Matthysse for the early going and wouldn't be surprised to see Garcia walk Matthysse onto a left hook to end matters.  However I think Matthysse's form of late is scintillating and he'll be the one who ends up victorious, catching up to the Philadelphia native in the mid-rounds.''

Alan Massengale, RingTV.COM columnist, (Matthysse): "[This fight is] one of the most explosive and intriguing matchups in quite a while.  Both fighters are at the peak of their careers.  Don't be surprised if both hit the canvas at some point. Flip a coin.  I did -- Matthyssee in late round KO."

Ralph Gonzalez, The Sweet Science, (Matthysse): "Danny Garcia gets hit too much and Lucas Matthysse is a great puncher with impeccable timing.  Although we can't discount Garcia's punching power and heart, I think the Argentina native wins by TKO in a great fight.''

Eduard Cauich, HOY Los Angeles, (Matthysse): "This is a very unpredictable fight.  Danny Garcia will show his skills, but he is going to get caught by Matthysse. Garcia will go down and the Argentine will finish the fight between rounds 6-8.''

Michael Marley, Examiner.com, (Garcia): "What makes Argentinians such strong men?  Do they swallow rocks and boulders when they are tiny tots or what?  Garcia and Matthysse will exchange knockdowns, but when the war has ended, more gifted Danny Boy is the unanimous decision victor.''

Miguel Maravilla, Fightnews.com, (Matthysse): "This fight is as good as it gets, a main event type of fight.  Garcia is undefeated with an exciting fan friendly style, the "Machine" Matthysse finds a way to exploit the slickest styles and puts tough fighters to shame. I see Garcia boxing early on and making it difficult for Matthysse; however later in the fight he gets careless and opens up for Matthysse bombs. Matthysse triumphs by late KO or decision.''

Mike Coppinger, USA Today, (Matthysse):"I what should be a 'Fight of the Year' candidate, I see Matthysse coming out on top in a firefight.  Both guys are heavy-handed, but Matthysse is the bigger puncher and should get the better of Garcia in exchanges.'' 

Geno McGahee, RingsideReport.com, (Matthysse): "Garcia will be courageous but defensive flaws will hurt him immensely against Matthysse.  It should be fun for a couple of rounds, but Garcia doesn't have the style to overcome Matthysse.  Garcia has been hurt by Judah and Morales.  If and when Matthysse lands, it will most likely be over. Matthysse wins by KO in the third round.''

John DiSanto, PhillyBoxingHistory.com, (Garcia): "Poised to steal the big show, Garcia and Matthysse should go to war shortly after the first bell rings. Matthysse seems to be the general pick, but I believe that Garcia will defend his crown with an upset stoppage, proving he's tougher and better than anyone expected.'' 

Ramon Aranda, 3MoreRounds.com, (Matthysse): "This is one of the few must-see fights of 2013, and will be a treat for fans.  Garcia has more technique, but is willing to get hit and has engaged in toe-to-toe action with recent opponents. That, however, will play into Matthysse's style.  Matthysse is one of the hardest hitters in the game and will struggle in the early going as he attempts to get Garcia to trade with him.  Once he closes in, a series of well-timed hooks may finally get to Garcia in a late KO for Matthysse.''

Giancarlo Oquendo, Puerto Rico Sports News, (Garcia): "I think Matthysse's power is out of this world, but many people are underestimating Garcia's power.  Garcia also has boxing and strength, which will be a factor. If Garcia manages to play good defense, he can win after the first half of the fight.''

Barbara Pinnella, Leaveitintheringradio.com, (Matthysse): "This should be a good fight regardless. I will go with Lucas here.  Both men are great fighters, but Lucas believes he is unbeatable right now, which might be the edge he needs to win.''

Jerry Hoffman, ESPN Radio Central Coast, (Matthysse): "Lucas Matthysse punches too hard for Danny Garcia.  He's been underappreciated throughout his career and will now get the stage to shine. I see a Matthysse KO victory, probably late in the fight.''

Benny Henderson Jr., Boxingtalk.com, (Garcia): "This has entertaining throw down written all over it.  Two guys who can slug it out, and undoubtedly will.  Matthysse will have to use his power and body work to slow down Garcia. If not, I believe the left hand will be the key punch for Danny.  Look for a late stoppage. Garcia by ninth round TKO.''

Phil D. Jay, worldboxingnews.net, (Matthysse): In my view, it's Matthysse's time and he is on the up, ready to take his place as champion.  Garcia survived some heavy weather when he fought Zab Judah last time, and could be ripe for a first defeat against the hard-hitting Argentinian.  An entertaining back and forth contest should make it to the later rounds where Matthysse's brute strength could make all the difference and halt Garcia to take the titles."

William Trillo, Pound4Pound.com, (Matthysse): "The chances of Garcia throwing a monkey wrench into "The Machine" are slim and none. Once Garcia gets a taste of Matthysse's power he will be looking for a quick way out.  Lucas will be glad to help him out by sending him to the canvas early and often.  Matthysse by KO in five or less.

Boxers

Chris Arreola, Heavyweight Contender (Garcia): "Garcia has too good of boxing skills.  His amateur career was crazy good. Matthysse has the power to catch him, but Danny's not going to stand in front of him and just be there to be hit.''

Gary Russell, Jr., Undefeated World-Ranked Featherweight (Matthysse): "I feel like Matthysse is the stronger and more talented fighter. I think Danny is under-gunned in this fight. ''

Rau'shee Warren, Three-time U.S. Olympian and Bantamweight Prospect, (Garcia):"I'm going with Danny because we are friends from the amateurs. We traveled together and Danny's a great fighter. It's going to be a hell of a fight; that's the fight right there. Matthysse is a very strong fighter; we've seen that in all of his recent fights. People always talk about his power, but Danny has power too. Whoever is able to take the better punch will win the fight.''

Marcus Browne, 2012 U.S. Olympian and Light Heavyweight Prospect, (Garcia): "I want Garcia to win because he's the type of person you root for. Although a lot of people are leaning towards Matthysse because of his punching power, I'm going with Danny.''

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Fighters, Champions and Scribes Make Their "THE ONE: Mayweather vs. Canelo" Predictions This Saturday, Sept. 14, Live at 9:00 p.m. ET/6:00 p.m. PT on SHOWTIME PPV®

Fighters, Champions and Scribes Make Their "THE ONE: Mayweather vs. Canelo" Predictions

 This Saturday, Sept. 14, Live at 9:00 p.m. ET/6:00 p.m. PT on SHOWTIME PPV^®

Former world champions, current fighters and members of the boxing press have weighed in on who they believe will win "THE ONE: Mayweather vs. Canelo" this Saturday, Sept. 14 live on SHOWTIME PPV^® from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. 

So who is going to triumph?  Most experts expect a tough, close fight while giving Mayweather the edge, but it is safe to say that when it comes to these two boxing superstars, anything can happen in that ring on Saturday night.

Here's how the media and boxers, past and current see "The ONE":

FIGHTERS

Mike Tyson, Former World Heavyweight Champion (Mayweather): "I've only seen Canelo fight twice -- against [Josesito] Lopez and [Austin] Trout. Trout gave him some trouble and he isn't as experienced and as technically skilled as Floyd is. Floyd stays in tip-top shape and is a very relaxed fighter. He is at his peak. It's going to be hard for anybody to beat Floyd now unless he doesn't train. Floyd has transcended the game so much that the best fighters out there now try to emulate his style. Floyd wins by a decision.''

Lennox Lewis, Former World Heavyweight Champion, (Mayweather): "Mayweather will win because of his speed and experience. He's been at this level before so that will also be an advantage. He's the best until proven otherwise. Canelo is talented, young, strong and dangerous ... makes it all the more exciting.''

Bernard Hopkins, IBF Light Heavyweight World Champion: "This fight is 50/50. It can go either way. Floyd has speed and wisdom. Canelo is strong and big.  This is a massive fight and the outcome will impact both of their careers in a major way."

Paulie Malignaggi, Former World Welterweight Champion, (Mayweather): "You can't count Canelo out because he's a natural junior middleweight so he has a chance. But at the end of the day it's Mayweather winning on points.''

Carlos Molina [who is challenging Ishe Smith] (Mayweather): "At first it looks like Mayweather's experience and speed will be too much for Canelo.  But then you think about it and Canelo is young and strong.  This is boxing.  You just never know.  I would say at this point it is 60-40 Mayweather."

Chris Arreola, Heavyweight Contender (Mayweather): "He's got the experience and he's been in a lot of big fights before. That is not to say Canelo hasn't, but Mayweather has been in more and knows what to do in a fight of this magnitude.  I think Canelo took this fight two fights too soon. Mayweather by decision.''

Zab Judah, Former World Champion (Mayweather): "Mayweather is too fast and has great timing.  I just don't see Canelo hitting him.  I don't see Canelo being able to do anything to Floyd."

Seth Mitchell, Heavyweight Contender (Mayweather), "Floyd's boxing IQ is just too great. His offense, defense is just too good.''

Rafael Marquez, Former Two-Division World Champion, (Canelo): "The winner of this fight is the boxer with the most intelligence and power ... and I hope it is going to be Canelo.''

Gary Russell, Jr., Undefeated World-Ranked Featherweight: (Mayweather): "In order for Floyd to beat Canelo, he has to keep Canelo on the outside and outbox him and pot shot him. Floyd needs to make it clear that he's landing the cleaner and more effective punches. For Canelo to win, he needs to make the fight ugly and finish his combinations with a hook. He has to make it ugly and rough for Floyd. If Canelo makes it close, he will win.''

Rau'shee Warren, Three-time U.S. Olympian and Bantamweight Prospect, (Mayweather):"Floyd's a chameleon; he can adapt to any type of style in the ring. Canelo is a one-dimensional fighter; he wants to bang it out and brawl. He thinks that hitting Floyd in the arms will wear him down, and I think he needs a better strategy than that. It's going be a good fight though. Canelo is young and hungry, he's going to come to fight, but he's going to see that Floyd's a teacher in there. I have to go with Floyd, but I'm ready to see what Canelo brings to the table.''

Marcus Browne, 2012 U.S. Olympian and Light Heavyweight Prospect, (Mayweather): "I think Floyd wins the fight in 10 rounds because he has a huge edge in experience and he's a better all-around fighter than Canelo.''

Daniel Jacobs, Middleweight Contender,"I think the fans will be the real winners on this whole card. I don't really like making predictions but I know that in a card of this magnitude, the fans will come out on top. All of the fighters have to be at 100 percent because if at any given second a mistake is made that might be the deciding factor in both fights.''

Lucas Matthysse, Interim WBC Super Lightweight Champion, "If the fight goes the distance then Floyd Mayweather will win but if Canelo Alvarez fights intelligently he could win the fight.

Adrien Broner, Floyd Mayweather will win by KO in the late rounds.

MEDIA MEMBERS 

Tim Dahlberg, Associated Press, (Mayweather): "Floyd will benefit from the short layoff between fights. I think he will be sharper and stronger. Canelo will have trouble getting to 152 pounds, then have trouble catching Floyd all night. I see an easy unanimous decision and, of course, a huge payday for Floyd.''

Steve Carp, Las Vegas Review-Journal (Mayweather):  "Mayweather is too experienced and too sharp for Canelo. If they fought two years from now Canelo would probably win, but right now Mayweather is the superior boxer. Mayweather by unanimous decision.''

Bob Velin, USA Today, (Mayweather): "Experience will be the difference. Mayweather is used to being on the world's biggest stage; Canelo is not. And, of course, Mayweather is by far the superior boxer. And this will be a boxing match, not a slugfest. Mayweather wins a unanimous decision.''

Lance Pugmire, Los Angeles Times, (Mayweather): "Mayweather Jr. is very well facing the strongest fighter he's ever gone against in Mexico's 'Canelo' Alvarez. But to know Mayweather is to understand he reasons with perhaps the most astute boxing mind in the world. Whether it be Alvarez's youth, his recent stamina issues or the fact that Mayweather's sharpness is enhanced in taking his shortest layoff in more than a decade, believe he knows he'll win this one, too, likely by decision, and improve the number next to his cherished zero in the loss column to 45.''

George Willis, New York Post, (Mayweather): "Mayweather wins by decision based on his experience in the big moment. He's the master of adjustments which he'll likely need to do against the young and hungry Alvarez.  Alvarez has got to get to Mayweather's body to have a chance.  If he does, Floyd will have to protect his ribs, which could expose his chin.''

Kevin Iole, Yahoo, (Mayweather): "Mayweather will see all of Canelo's punches and Floyd rarely gets hit by punches he sees. As long as he doesn't get caught, I think Floyd easily outboxes Canelo and wins a big (unanimous) decision.''

Dan Rafael, ESPN, (Mayweather): "Mayweather will be super-sharp, having just fought in May, and that's bad news for Alvarez. Mayweather wins a convincing decision after a few tough early moments.''

Gordon Marino, Wall Street Journal, (Mayweather): "I don't think Alvarez will be able to cut the ring off on Mayweather. I also think Canelo will be an easy target for righthand counters. Mayweather wins by decision.''

Mark Whicker, Orange County Register, (Mayweather): "Mayweather by decision, because it's hard to see Canelo doing something no one else has ever done.''

Matt Breen, The Philadelphia Inquirer, (Mayweather): "Nope, Canelo is not the one. Until Floyd begins to show signs of slowing down, it's tough to pick against him. He'll outwit Canelo and force him into his fight, avoid his power and drag him to a decision. Floyd wins unanimously.''

Jose Luis Camarillo, Esto Newspaper, Mexico (Canelo): "In a very close fight,Canelo will win a split decision and Oscar will announce a rematch immediately. Canelo is fast and strong and will impose his strength on Mayweather by connecting with good shots to the body and to the head.''

Rene Umanzor, Record Newspaper, Mexico: "I think the fight will be a draw. Canelo has enough boxing skills to confuse and complicate matters for Mayweather. Youth and power are also on his side, However, Mayweather has all the experience, a very difficult style and a great, almost perfect defense. But I don't think he's going to have an easy night.''

Robert Morales, Los Angeles News Group, (Mayweather): "I'm going with Mayweather via decision because I believe he remains the top pound-for-pound fighter in the world, and I'm not convinced Alvarez will be the one to hand him his first loss. The combination of Mayweather's right cross and his sterling defense will get the job done.''

Oswaldo Príncipe, La Nacion, Argentina, (Mayweather): "Mayweather is getting old but he's very smart and still has his strength. Canelo is very young and hasn't incorporated a lot of new techniques to his style. Mayweather wins on points.''

Diego Martínez, Reforma Newspaper, México: "This is a fight where Canelo can surprise the whole world of boxing. I can see Canelo knocking Mayweather down and finishing him by knockout, but I can also see a controversial decision if the fight goes 12 rounds, probably a split decision for Floyd.''

Lem Satterfield, Ring Online, (Mayweather): "In what I believe will be his most difficult fight since the early rounds of Ricky Hatton, the entire Oscar De La Hoya fight and the first two rounds of Shane Mosley, I see Mayweather pocketing enough rounds to win a close but unanimous decision over Canelo Alvarez.''

Matthew Aguilar, El Paso Times, (Mayweather): "Look for Canelo to come out fast and try and hurt Mayweather early. He'll press the action, attempt to pin Mayweather on the ropes and attack to the body -- with moderate success. Mayweather will get caught a few times, but will otherwise escape unscathed. By round three, Mayweather will have found holes in Canelo's defense, and by round five, he will be landing clean, hard shots. He will win most of the remaining seven rounds with crisp counterpunching, speed and boxing skills, while exposing Canelo's inexperience. Mayweather takes a unanimous decision.''

Alberto Henriquez, Producer, CNN Latino, (Mayweather): "In my opinion, Floyd Mayweather will win the fight. Floyd has demonstrated that he is a master in the art of 'reading' his opponent and adapting to his style while being virtually untouchable. I don't think Canelo, although very good, has what is necessary to beat Maayweather. 'Money' will win the fight." 

Bernard Fernandez, The Ring/SweetScience.com, (Mayweather): "Mayweather Jr. might be the Lion in Winter -- OK, make that the Lion in autumn; he's still a kid compared to, say, Bernard Hopkins -- but at 36 he's a cagey, smart king of ring beasts. Canelo Alvarez has youth, size and strength on his side, but his relative lack of experience in bouts of this magnitude will prove the difference. 'Money' takes another victory to the bank, via unanimous decision.''

Damian Calhoun, Orange County Register, (Mayweather): "Mayweather is facing a bigger, younger fighter, who could have his moments in the ring. I don't expect this to be an easy night for Mayweather, but I do expect him to win by unanimous decision, by utilizing his speed and defense.''

Ron Lewis, The Times Of London, (Mayweather): "Alvarez has the size and strength to cause Floyd some problems, but Mayweather is smart enough to get through any awkward moments and pull clear in the second half of the fight to win a decision.''

Mike Rosenthal, Ring Online, (Mayweather): "The biggest fight of the year is also one of the easiest to predict. Canelo Alvarez is young, strong and improving, which should work in his favor when he fights Floyd Mayweather Jr. However, the Mexican has neither the skills (natural or learned) nor experience to beat a fighter of Mayweather's ilk. Alvarez will fight hard but leave the ring frustrated and the loser of a one-sided, unanimous decision.''

Carlos Gonzalez, Primera Hora, Puerto Rico, (Mayweather): "This is going to be a great, great fight for the fans from the opening rounds. Canelo can and will pressure Mayweather, but Mayweather will impose his speed and experience and win a unanimous decision''

Alfredo Berrios, ESPN Deportes, (Canelo): "The power and physique of the Mexican fighter will be among his keys to victory. Even though Mayweather has the experience and finesse advantage, Canelo will not allow him him to do his hit and run routine, and Canelo's youth will let him complete what Miguel Cotto couldn't  in 2012."

Kieran Mulvaney, ESPN.com, (Mayweather): "Mayweather is too fast, too skilled, too good. As usual, he may take a few rounds to size up Alvarez, but he'll be moving while he does it, not giving Alvarez a chance to land any telling blows. Once he starts to time him, don't be surprised to see Mayweather fire a few combinations from the pocket as he dominates the second half. Mayweather wins a unanimous decision.''

Lyle Fitzsimmons, CBSSports.com, (Mayweather): "Canelo is a big, strong kid who can punch and sell tickets. And I'm sure Oscar would like nothing better than to see him beat Mayweather into a fine dust. But I just don't see it. The kid barely got past Austin Trout (I had Trout winning by a point) and he'll find out fairly quickly that Mayweather is by no means Austin Trout. Mayweather by TKO 10.''

Doug Fischer, THE RING magazine, (Canelo): "Mayweather is hands down the best welterweight on the planet but on Sept. 14 he will fight a middleweight at a 152-pound catchweight. I don't think having to sweat off the extra two pounds will drain or slow down the 23-year-old junior middleweight champion, who has a higher ring IQ than he's given credit for. I think Alvarez will land the harder, more effective punches in a tit-for-tat boxing match. He might even score a knockdown. Alvarez takes a close unanimous decision.''

Claudia Trejos, ESPN Reporter, (Mayweather): "No easy fight and anything can happen. I do remember nobody gave credit to the young Oscar de la Hoya against the seasoned Julio Cesar Chavez in 1996. Everything is possible in boxing.''

Keith Idec, The Record, Woodland Park, NJ)/BoxingScene.com, (Mayweather): "Facing a younger, legitimate junior middleweight, Mayweather must stay off the ropes, keep a much slower Alvarez moving and use his legs the way he did to dominate Robert Guerrero. If he does those things, Mayweather is just too smart, too skilled and too effective defensively to lose this fight. Mayweather by unanimous decision.''

Leighton Ginn, Desert Sun, Palm Springs, Calif.: (Mayweather): "As good as Canelo is, and despite the major improvements he's made, it's a quantum leap when you face Mayweather. Experience counts, and Floyd is the best on the big stage. He wins a unanimous decision.''

Jake Donovan, BoxingScene.com, (Mayweather): "I'm going way against the grain on this pick, and will expect a version of Floyd similar to the one that faced and drilled Ricky Hatton into Bolivian. I don't see Alvarez being competitive for very long, with Floyd picking him apart in the second half before finishing him via attrition and/or cuts. Mayweather wins by TKO 11.''

Jose Luis Sánchez Pando, HOY Newspaper, Chicago (Mayweather): Mayweather will win a decision.''

Alejandro Rodríguez de la Cruz, El Universal Newspaper, Mexico: "I've got a split decision or a draw. Canelo Alvarez is looking better and better in every fight, and he's fighting in his own division. I know 'Money' Mayweather possesses speed and savvy even though he is 36 years old.  But to go up to 152 pounds is going to be tough for him.''

Armando Alvarez, Telemundo Network, (Mayweather) -- "THE ONE is one of the most highly anticipated fights in a long time.  When non-boxing fans are asking me about this bout, it speaks volumes as to the magnitude of this event. Canelo' is young, strong and determined. He has underrated boxing skills and will give Mayweather trouble early. Floyd's superb defense and speed should be the difference, but what if this is the night where his skills diminish just enough to give Canelo the opportunity of a lifetime?  That's one of the elements that makes this fight so intriguing. Still, the pick is Mayweather by decision, but it won't be easy.''

Constantino Viloria, El Diario, (Canelo):  "Canelo is a great fighter, and has appeal. Mayweather has more experience. This is a very interesting - and even -- fight. Canelo can win if he can keep his speed and energy up to par.''

Otniel Batista, La Makina Deportiva, (Canelo): "Mayweather has shown he is the best pound for pound. This is Canelo's fight to make himself a millionaire. He's going to have to study Mayweather and his every detail, but I think Canelo can do it and will win. I think there will not only be 1 more, but 2 or 3 more fights between them."    

Eduard Cauich, HOY Los Angeles (Mayweather) - "Mayweather will win by decision over Canelo, a 23-year old who has the potential for a huge upset, but it is unlikely to happen due to his lack of experience in a big scenario like the one. Mayweather will win a close fight but Alvarez will show that he can beat Mayweather in a couple of years as he gets better and Mayweather's career comes to an end."

Jorge Ebro, El Nuevo Herald (Mayweather) -- "I think Floyd is going to win -- not by KO, but by the volume of his combinations. Floyd hits more frequently and precisely than Canelo. Also, Alvarez's defense has too many holes and he will pay for this mistakes. I don't think that 'Money' has the power to erase Alvarez's anatomy, but the Mexican is not in the same class as  Mayweather.''

Alan Massengale, RINGTV.COM columnist/blow by blow announcer, (Mayweather): "I would love to predict a Canelo victory, which always makes a pundit look like a genius when it happens. But until I see a drop off in Mayweather's ethereal speed and quickness, which hasn't happened yet, he wins by unanimous decision."

Felipe Valenzuela, CBS Sports Radio Houston, (Mayweather):  "Canelo is more mature. He is focused and looks ready to be the best of the best. We have the biggest matchup in boxing in recent memory, two fighters with a combined record of 86-0-1. It would be marvelous for Mexican boxing if Canelo wins, but I think it will be difficult, 'Money'  is a warrior and a great fighter. We just have to wait and witness this amazing fight on Sept. 14."

Norm Frauenheim, The Ring/www.15rounds.com, (Mayweather): "Canelo Alvarez will keep it close with a body assault that figures to target Mayweather's shoulder roll. But Mayweather's speed will turn him into a moving target never seen by Canelo and his punches will land with precision that the young Mexican lacks in a narrow win via decision that sets up a rematch.''

Mike Coppinger, USA Today, (Mayweather): "I've never picked against Mayweather and I won't until I see some -- any -- decline. Mayweather looked marvelous Robert Guerrero in May, and his combinations and footwork were as crisp as ever. I expect Canelo Alvarez to press the fight and work the body, winning a few rounds, but Mayweather will come out on top once again, winning a comfortable but close unanimous decision.'' 

Ken Miller, Los Angeles Sentinel, (Mayweather): "I believe that Floyd will out-counter Canelo for the early part of the fight and bust him to the body frequently, setting up the stage for a stoppage in the latter part of the fight. The weight will be huge, those two pounds and the courage of the Mexican will do him in. Floyd takes it by TKO 9.''

Miguel Maravilla, Fightnews.com, (Mayweather): "I see this being another tough fight for Mayweather with Canelo being the bigger man jabbing and boxing very patiently.  At times he backs Floyd to the ropes and corners him with the jab and follows up landing big punches. My heart is with Canelo; however Mayweather's ability to adapt to a style and his experience is a plus which is what will make the difference en route to a tight split decision victory for  Floyd.''

Grant Gordon, Glendale News-Press/Los Angeles Times Community News, (Mayweather):  "Though Alvarez has improved with seemingly every fight and has proved he belongs on this stage, Mayweather is still Mayweather. 'Money's' defense and ring generalship will dictate the tempo and win the rounds and he'll survive a potential scare or two to win a clear unanimous decision.'' 

Karl Freitag, Fightnews.com, (Mayweather): "Mayweather wins by comfortable unanimous decision. Canelo had his hands full with Austin Trout. Floyd is at a whole other level''.

Miguel Angel Cebreros, ESPN Radio Spanish, (Mayweather): "My heart is with Canelo but my money is with Mayweather. There's only one fighter than can defeat Canelo in his weight class and that's Mayweather, who will win a decision.''

Ralph Gonzalez, The Sweet Science, (Mayweather): "Mayweather will be too fast, too crafty and too elusive for Canelo Alvarez and will win via unanimous decision.''

John DiSanto, PhillyBoxingHistory.com, (Mayweather): "Size and age advantages won't be enough for Canelo. He's good enough to put up a fight and may even give Mayweather a scare early on, but if Floyd is still Floyd, he will make the necessary adjustments and win a comfortable decision.''

Benny Henderson Jr. , Boxingtalk.com , (Mayweather): "Like him, love him or just plain look at him as an egotistical maniac, you cannot deny Mayweather's skills in the ring. Canelo is young and hungry, very aggressive and many would love to see him win. But, unless time has caught up with Floyd, I believe Mayweather will be too crafty, too fast and too experienced for the young lion. Mayweather wins a unanimous decision.''

Geno McGahee,  RingsideReport.com, (Canelo): "The youth, strength and body work will be a test for the older Mayweather and I'm not sure that he can deal with it. Canelo, unless he gets completely frustrated, will wear down Floyd and find the mark late in the fight to win by TKO 10.''

Ramon Aranda, 3MoreRounds.com, (Mayweather): "While Alvarez is bigger, younger and stronger, Mayweather has yet to show signs of slowing down and continues to show why he is the best fighter in the world.  I expect Alvarez to put immense pressure on Floyd early on until Mayweather establishes a rhythm and an appropriate distance.  While a difficult fight, I see Mayweather pulling away in the last third of the fight en route to a hard-fought, unanimous decision win.''

Barbara Pinnella, Leaveitinthering, (Mayweather): "Canelo doesn't have the ring smarts that Floyd has developed over the years. This is just too soon for Alvarez.''

Jerry Hoffman, ESPN Radio Central Coast, (Mayweather): "Floyd will control the pace, avoid big shots that will become flailing as the fight wears on and frustrate Canelo into making mistakes.  Floyd will take advantage late and stop Canelo in 8.  The bout will begin much like it did against Guerrero, but Mayweather will make Alvarez become brave and he will pay for it.''

Phil D. Jay, Worldboxingnews.net, (Mayweather): "I can see yet another virtuoso performance from Mayweather. Canelo may just be a little too raw at 23 and Mayweather should be far too experienced at the highest level for the young Mexican at this stage. Mayweather takes a wide decision -- with Alvarez reaching greater heights in the future.''

William Trillo, www.Pound4Pound.com , (Mayweather): "Coming off his dominant performance over Guerrero in May, Floyd will be a finely tuned machine. Although Canelo did show signs of improved defense against Trout he will have too big of a challenge. Look for Mayweather to triumph by late round stoppage.''.

Giancarlo Oquendo, Puerto Rico Sports News, (Mayweather): "Canelo will earn the respect from the fans and the media and may even embarrass Floyd on two or three occasions, but Mayweather should otherwise dominate and win a unanimous decision.''

"THE ONE: MAYWEATHER VS. CANELO," a 12-round fight for Canelo's WBC, WBA and Ring Magazine Super Welterweight World Championships and Mayweather's WBA Super Welterweight Super World Championship taking place Saturday, Sept. 14 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, is promoted by Mayweather Promotions, Golden Boy Promotions and Canelo Promotions and sponsored by Corona, O'Reilly Auto Parts, AT&T, Valvoline, Mexico Tourism, Fred Loya Insurance and Nature Nutrition.  In the 12-round co-featured attraction, WBC, WBA Super and Ring Magazine Super Lightweight World Champion Danny Garcia and thunderous puncher WBC Interim Super Lightweight World Champion Lucas Matthysse square off in a fight presented in association with Swift Promotions and Arano Box Promotions.  Also, Ishe Smith vs. Carlos Molina square off in a 12-round battle for Smith's IBF Junior Middleweight World Title which is promoted in association with Warriors Boxing.  The opening bout on SHOWTIME PPV features a 10-round welterweight showdown between Pablo Cesar Cano and Ashley Theophane.  The mega-event will be produced and distributed live by SHOWTIME PPV® beginning at 9:00 p.m. ET/6:00 p.m. PT.  The event can be heard in Spanish using secondary audio programming (SAP). 

                                                                             

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