Fight Credential
Intangibles
Mayweather may believe he has something to prove after beating Ortiz on a controversial knockout. Will it motivate him or dull his focus by compelling him to go for a clear, picture-perfect KO against a tough opponent? Saturday's fight will be his first in almost five years at 154 pounds, and even though he looked great back then (against De La Hoya), Mayweather still will have some adjusting to do. His lack of animosity toward Cotto, a gentleman of the sport, might also deprive Mayweather of a favorite source of motivation. And Cotto's newfound confidence, following his thorough trashing of Margarito last December, could prove to be a decisive factor in the champion's favor.
Advantage: Cotto
Written by Diego Morilla
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