FOR the record, I’m not really a big fan of Mr. Pacquiao. Yes, I do admire his accomplishments in boxing but it’s far from my imagination to really be AWED with the person to the point that I’ll be making an article about him.

My admiration for him surged when I accidentally saw him on TV being interviewed in a religious show. I just couldn’t help but be amazed by his character. I don’t need to know him up close just to validate his sincerity as he shared his testimony about his life and his relationship with God. (more)

OK, let’s cut to the chase. Let’s not dilly-dally. To tarry is to just delay the inevitable.

So, let’s get it on. Bring on Floyd Mayweather Jr. (more)

I THOUGHT Manny Pacquiao was nuts last Sunday.

He lost his marbles, I say.

Rope-a-dope? Who the hell did he think he was? Muhammad Ali? (more)

THE president of HBO Sports said a fight between pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao and the undefeated Floyd Mayweather Jr. “has to happen.”

Ross Greenburg, the head of HBO sports, told ESPN.com that the sport needs a Mayweather Jr. vs. Pacquiao fight because of the growing clamor for it. (more)

MANILA — President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo conferred Friday on boxing legend Manny Pacquiao a top national medal, the Order of Sikatuna, usually reserved for foreign diplomats and heads of state.

The pound-for-pound king will carry the rank of Datu. (more)