by Vic Ryan Agot

Created on: September 22, 2009   Last Updated: September 24, 2009

After all the delays and bad publicity that engulfed this fight with uncertainties, on September 19 the protagonists of the controversial fight dubbed as Numero Uno finally met up. Former pound-for-pound fighter Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Mexico's Dinamita, Juan Manuel Marquez squared it off inside the ring. This is one of the most anticipated fights of year; yet, one marred with controversies and faced with some criticisms from the boxing community.

In all fairness to the boxers, it was not much of a 'snoozefest', contrary to what was expected. Crisp shots were thrown, clear punches were connected and a legitimate knockdown was delivered. Marquez started strong but so did Floyd. The quickness of Maywather's jabs was still evident despite the long layoff from the ring. Though Marquez was the shorter and the lighter one, his great Mexican heart was still ever radiant urging him to trade blows with the taller guy. Being the bigger fighter, Floyd was able to establish some distance from Marquez, making the latter miss most of his combinations. In round two, Mayweather got the better of the round by connecting a swift left hook that the Mexican didn't see coming, not until he realized he was on the seat of his pants. It is no mystery that Marquez' chin is suspect, but as always, he was able to beat the count. The whole drama lasted twelve punishing rounds but with Marquez getting the worst of the beating. Floyd Mayweather won by unanimous decision.

With this convincing win of Money May over Marquez, did he rightfully reclaim the Pound-for-Pound status he bequeathed to Pacquiao after his premature and short-lived retirement? Before you answer that, let us weigh in their records:

Mayweather is an undeafeated champion beating 'A' class fighters with the likes of Dela Hoya, Hatton, Judah and even the late Gattti. His notable fortress-like defense enables him to finish fights with his face literally unscathed. Though Marquez is one of the smartest counterpunchers in boxing, the margin of how Floyd defeated him proved that the craft of the Mexican is not at par with the American. However, Mayweather's defense includes his running style that could bore fight fans if his opponent refuses to engage. He is always on the safe side and always waits for an opening before launching his attacks. Plus, instead of picking a guy his size for his comeback fight, he handpicked Marquez who is from a lower weight division and is 2-inch shorter than him. He may have convincingly outpointed

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