Cotto vs Clottey - Who wins, how, and why?

[Complex]

What do you guys think?

[Writer's Block]

I think Cotto will box smart and pull off a decision. He'll basically fight with the gameplan he should have used against Margarito (seeing as Marg and Clottey are quite similar, give or take Clottey's speed).

[SteelerSpartan]

Cotto-Unanimous Decision IMO, but I don't claim to be an expert

Should be entertaining

[edaddy]

I have a gut feeling that Clottey is going to beat Cotto...He is sneaky strong and and accurate puncher especially on the inside..His defense is excellent and I can't see Cotto getting to his body..I think Clottey starts slow then starts taking apart Cotto with quick accurate shots on the inside..Clottey Split decision...I just don't know how much Margarito took out of Cotto..

[Sausage]

Quote: Originally Posted by Complex

What do you guys think?

I got Cotto in 10. When Clottey clams up Cotto is gonna work his arms and ribs like know one else before. Clottey will have his moments if he lands a few uppercuts, but Cotto will adjust and finish him.

[acarrero]

Clottey is bigger and stronger, but with only 20 KO's in 35 wins, he is not the better puncher. He does have a solid defense and a good chin, but Cotto will easily be the faster fighter and the better technician. First fight for Cotto without his uncle Evangelista in his corner. Instead, his trainer for this fight is his nutritionist...you have to wonder about that, but at least he should be in great shape. Cotto makes a statement tonight and shows he's over the Margarito farce. Cotto by UD.

[edaddy]

Quote: Originally Posted by acarrero

Clottey is bigger and stronger, but with only 20 KO's in 35 wins, he is not the better puncher. He does have a solid defense and a good chin, but Cotto will easily be the faster fighter and the better technician. First fight for Cotto without his uncle Evangelista in his corner. Instead, his trainer for this fight is his nutritionist...you have to wonder about that, but at least he should be in great shape. Cotto makes a statement tonight and shows he's over the Margarito farce. Cotto by UD.

See I just don't think that Cotto is the faster fighter hand speed wise nor the better technician ..Clottey isn't the stronger puncher but remember Cotto still has issues with his glass jaw...LOL..I am telling you Clottey has excellent Defense and is a rugged fighter..I got an upset with this..

[jtdribbles25]

2 for clottey. generally aggressive and smart. very willing to mix it up. underatted defensively.