How Flashy Will The Flash Be?

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On August 15th the Filipino Flash, Nonito Donaire, will be stepping into the ring to fight Rafael Concepcion. There is a little bias here, Donaire is one of my favorite fighters to watch and he lives in the Bay Area. Many people, unfortunately, think of Manny Pacquiao as the only Filipino contender. They need to be educated and there is no better way then to watch Donaire. Donaire should win this fight with ease but the real story begins after this fight.

Donaire's only loss came in his 2nd professional fight against Rosendo Sanchez. Who? Exactly. He has been tough under 120 lbs. His biggest victory came over Vic Darchinyan, who prior to losing to Joseph Agbeko July 7th, was the recognized as the best fighter under 120 lbs. July 7th, 2007 Donaire knocked out Darchinyan with a left hook. Darchinyan got up after the 10 count and immediately claimed he was not hurt. This still blemished Darchinyan's, then, perfect record.

Donaire and promoter Gary Shaw had a huge falling out and Shaw swore never for them to have a re-match. Both fighters always wanted the fight. Darchinyan was set to Shaw after his Agbeko fight and this should set up a re-match.

This would be a very exciting fight to say the least. I have stated several times over the years that the lightweights get forgotten, and it's true. With these two fighters, the lighter weight classes have the potential to draw fans to the weight class. And let's not forget the man who beat Darchinyan for his titles, Joseph Agbeko. These fighters have a good opportunities ahead of them.