Move over Amir Khan! Bob Arum now wants Manny Pacquiao vs. Lucas Matthysse By Johnny Benz, Dog House Boxing (Oct 2, 2015) Tweet Follow @DoghouseBoxing |
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Quoted by Sky Sports, Arum stated: "There's certainly been discussions with him (Amir Khan) but I wouldn't say he's the front-runner." The front-runner now is Lucas Matthysse (37-3, 34 KOs). Arum believes that Matthysse is an exciting guy and who has had plenty of exposure. Regarding Pacquiao vs. Matthysse, Arum stated: "It would be a very exciting match." Arum added that he would make the fight at a catchweight of 144-pounds. Matthysse must first get past former WBC International Super Lightweight Champion Viktor "The Iceman" Postol (27-0, 11 KOs). Matthysse vs. Postol goes down tomorrow (Oct. 3) at the StubHub Center in Carson, Calif. and The fight will be televised live on HBO Boxing After Dark. - For today's newspaper headlines, plus new video content as well as original content, visit our Front Page now. -To have your say on this article and mix it up with other Boxing Fans, visit The Dog Pound now. |