Huh? I'm not totally convinced he beats Manfredo. Not because Chavez Jr. is finally facing a legitimate threat in Manfredo, but because Chavez Jr. flat out sucks. Here's another guy I can't wait to see lose. And I mean knocked out viciously. I'd love to see Kirkland absolutely bash Chavez Jr. And if he can't, I'd be happy to see Cotto do it. I might even root for Margarito to beat Chavez Jr. - at least he's worked for what he has.
rumour comes from Sugar-Rays boxing shop in England, they were the same people who claimed that Burns would be fighting Katsidis instead of Mitchell and so it came to pass.
Have not seen Manfredo fight in years since his fight vs. Calzaghe...but if he is the same fighter he will beat JCC jr....