Manny Pacquiao Vs. Timothy Bradley 2:
The rematch between Manny Pacquiao and Timothy Bradyley after a
controversial win by Bradley in their first match will see its sequel
and hopefully the last of it this weekend after the Filipino boxer lost
by the decision the first time they met each other.
For Freddie Roach, coach of Pac Man, the match this weekend is huge and a must win for their camp.
"So this is a big, big fight for him. We are in a 'must-win' situation, it's as simple as that. Some people think we are all done and we have to prove that we are not."
The boxer-turned-governor's camp said that losing is not an option or it may be the last match that people may see Pacquiao in the ring if he loses.
"This is a 'must-win' situation on Saturday night, and if we don't win this fight we have to consider maybe retirement," Hall of Famer coach Roach said in an exclusive interview with Telegraph Sport.
Roach told that he owes the Filipino boxer his career and that he was the best thing that came to his life. He believes that this will not be the last time fans will be seeing the fighting pride of the Philippines fight in the ring as he is confident that they will stay on top when the boxing match ends on Sunday.
"Manny's been the greatest guy in the world to me. It's the best thing that ever happened when he walked through my (Wild Card Gym) doors. That's why I built the gym, in case a Manny Pacquiao ever walked through the doors. . . . We've had a great run. I don't think it's close to being over. His work ethic is so great, he's training really hard, he's not missing a step anywhere."
During the first bout between the two boxers, Roach believed that the match should've went to Pacquiao's favor as he was winning the bout in almost every round. This will be the fuel, the combo of Roach and Manny that would drive them to beat Bradley this time and prove that the first match was theirs.
"If you think about it, you're going to feel sad because you're winning and then you lose the fight. But that's part of boxing and you have to accept that not all the time you're on the winning side. Sometimes you go to the loser's side. You have to offset that."
Manny Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley will re-enter the ring this weekend, two years on from their controversial bout in Las Vegas.
That night, Bradley defeated the 35-year-old Filipino after a controversial split decision which was subsequently booed by the crowd.
Since then, there have been calls for a re-match and the long-awaited WBO welterweight bout will finally happen on Saturday night.
And if you're wondering how you can catch the action, you are in the right place.
Here's all you need to know about the TV schedule for the Las Vegas bout.
When and where is it?
Pacquiao vs Bradley II takes place in the early hours of the morning this Sunday, April 13.
The action takes place in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino and is for Bradley's WBO welterweight title.
Where can I watch it?
The fight will be screened exclusively live on Box Nation. It is available for Sky subscribers at channel 437 or 490 for HD users.
Virgin Media customers should head for channel 546, while the fight will also be available to watch online at LiveSport.TV or via the Box Nation App.
Getty Timothy Bradley win the WBO title in a split decision against Manny Pacquiao
Controversial: Bradley wins the title after a split decision
What time does it start?
The programme begins at 2:00 am on Sunday morning, with the fighters set to enter the ring at around 4.00am.
Also on the card for the event is Raymuno Beltran's bout with Roman Martinez, while Bryan Vasquez takes on Jose Felix Junior.
The night is completed by the undercard IBO/WBA light-welterweight fight between Khabib Allakhverdiev and American Jessie Vargas.
Do I need to subscribe?
In order to watch this weekend's fight - and many more - you will have to subscribe to the channel for a month.
However, the unmissable period is available at a bargain £12 for Sky TV customers, with an £8 registration fee.
If you are a Virgin Media customer, you will have to pay just £10 a month with no registration fee
There is also no minimum fixed term and the next month promises to be a belter.
Getty Spilt decision? Manny Pacquiao in his corner
Revenge: Pacquiao will be out to avenge his defeat in 2012
On the horizon is the eagerly-awaited fight between Floyd Mayweather and Marcos Maidana, which also sees Amir Khan against Luis Collazo on the undercard.
Next weekend, Bernard Hopkins' light-heavyweight bout with Beibut Shumenov will be live on the channel.
If you want to subscribe, Box Nation advises people do so before fight night, with the lines expected to be busy right up until the bell rings.
But that's a lot of money can't I catch the action FOR FREE?
Of course, if you can't subscribe, then Mirror Sport is the place for you.
We will be providing a dedicated live blog, giving you all the information you need from Las Vegas. Be sure to tune in at around 2am, if you don't want to miss any of the action.
"So this is a big, big fight for him. We are in a 'must-win' situation, it's as simple as that. Some people think we are all done and we have to prove that we are not."
The boxer-turned-governor's camp said that losing is not an option or it may be the last match that people may see Pacquiao in the ring if he loses.
"This is a 'must-win' situation on Saturday night, and if we don't win this fight we have to consider maybe retirement," Hall of Famer coach Roach said in an exclusive interview with Telegraph Sport.
Roach told that he owes the Filipino boxer his career and that he was the best thing that came to his life. He believes that this will not be the last time fans will be seeing the fighting pride of the Philippines fight in the ring as he is confident that they will stay on top when the boxing match ends on Sunday.
"Manny's been the greatest guy in the world to me. It's the best thing that ever happened when he walked through my (Wild Card Gym) doors. That's why I built the gym, in case a Manny Pacquiao ever walked through the doors. . . . We've had a great run. I don't think it's close to being over. His work ethic is so great, he's training really hard, he's not missing a step anywhere."
During the first bout between the two boxers, Roach believed that the match should've went to Pacquiao's favor as he was winning the bout in almost every round. This will be the fuel, the combo of Roach and Manny that would drive them to beat Bradley this time and prove that the first match was theirs.
"If you think about it, you're going to feel sad because you're winning and then you lose the fight. But that's part of boxing and you have to accept that not all the time you're on the winning side. Sometimes you go to the loser's side. You have to offset that."
Manny Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley will re-enter the ring this weekend, two years on from their controversial bout in Las Vegas.
That night, Bradley defeated the 35-year-old Filipino after a controversial split decision which was subsequently booed by the crowd.
Since then, there have been calls for a re-match and the long-awaited WBO welterweight bout will finally happen on Saturday night.
And if you're wondering how you can catch the action, you are in the right place.
Here's all you need to know about the TV schedule for the Las Vegas bout.
When and where is it?
Pacquiao vs Bradley II takes place in the early hours of the morning this Sunday, April 13.
The action takes place in Las Vegas at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino and is for Bradley's WBO welterweight title.
Where can I watch it?
The fight will be screened exclusively live on Box Nation. It is available for Sky subscribers at channel 437 or 490 for HD users.
Virgin Media customers should head for channel 546, while the fight will also be available to watch online at LiveSport.TV or via the Box Nation App.
Getty Timothy Bradley win the WBO title in a split decision against Manny Pacquiao
Controversial: Bradley wins the title after a split decision
What time does it start?
The programme begins at 2:00 am on Sunday morning, with the fighters set to enter the ring at around 4.00am.
Also on the card for the event is Raymuno Beltran's bout with Roman Martinez, while Bryan Vasquez takes on Jose Felix Junior.
The night is completed by the undercard IBO/WBA light-welterweight fight between Khabib Allakhverdiev and American Jessie Vargas.
Do I need to subscribe?
In order to watch this weekend's fight - and many more - you will have to subscribe to the channel for a month.
However, the unmissable period is available at a bargain £12 for Sky TV customers, with an £8 registration fee.
If you are a Virgin Media customer, you will have to pay just £10 a month with no registration fee
There is also no minimum fixed term and the next month promises to be a belter.
Getty Spilt decision? Manny Pacquiao in his corner
Revenge: Pacquiao will be out to avenge his defeat in 2012
On the horizon is the eagerly-awaited fight between Floyd Mayweather and Marcos Maidana, which also sees Amir Khan against Luis Collazo on the undercard.
Next weekend, Bernard Hopkins' light-heavyweight bout with Beibut Shumenov will be live on the channel.
If you want to subscribe, Box Nation advises people do so before fight night, with the lines expected to be busy right up until the bell rings.
But that's a lot of money can't I catch the action FOR FREE?
Of course, if you can't subscribe, then Mirror Sport is the place for you.
We will be providing a dedicated live blog, giving you all the information you need from Las Vegas. Be sure to tune in at around 2am, if you don't want to miss any of the action.
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