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Predictions: Sergio Martinez-Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., left, and Sergio Martinez

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Sergio Martinez meets Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in a middleweight title fight showdown on Saturday night on pay per view. Here are some picks:

Greg Logan, Newsday: "There was a time when promoter Lou DiBella said he wouldn't put Sergio Martinez in a ring with Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. because it would be unfair for Chavez. But in the absence of other credible opposition, the combination of...

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Predictions: Mayweather vs. Cotto

Floyd Mayweather Jr., left, and Miguel Cotto pose

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Here are some predictions for Saturday's Floyd Mayweather Jr.-Miguel Cotto fight:

Holt McCallany, actor: I love Miguel Cotto. Heart of a lion. Pressure fighter. And the nicest guy in the sport. I just don't see how he can get it done this time. Floyd's speed, defensive ability, angles, and on and on. I predict a tough night for a great fighter named Miguel Cotto. Mayweather by decision.

Greg...

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