That big fight 'tingle'

Goz · Post by **Goz** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:13

Whatever you want to say about the fight, about Hatton being over-protected etc this is giving me that big fight ‘tingle’ now.

The same ‘tingle’ I used to get before big Lennox Lewis fights, ones when I felt he was really in danger of losing. When the ring announcer is introducing the fighters your heartbeat increases and when the first bell sounds you shout out “Come on Hatton”.

I like Ricky Hatton, sure I don’t agree with the way (or pace) his career has been moved to date, but I like the way he fights and when he’s interviewed I like the lad and I’ll be screaming my lungs off tomorrow night and my neighbours can go f&$k themselves.

As a British fight fan you have to want Ricky Hatton to beat Kostya Tszyu tomorrow night. As an English football fan do you cheer on the opposition just because you don’t agree with some of the managers selections?

Sport is at it’s most enjoyable (and agonising) when you are rooting for someone (or a team). Sure it’s fantastic to watch an entertaining scrap between 2 fighters when you aren’t really that bothered who will prevail but when you really want one of them to win, for whatever reason, that is what really gets the adrenalin going like nothing else.

knockout · Post by **knockout** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:17

Have you had a few shandies already??

agree entirely although a small part of me doesnt want Hatton to win purely cause of my dislike to allegedly Warren....

Hatton is "the boy next door", down to earth, friendly guy you cannot help wish him the best!!!!

Goz · Post by **Goz** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:20

No shandies yet Matt, but I'm glad I managed to convey that 'tingle'!

KOJOE90 · Post by **KOJOE90** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:21

I am actually thinking of not drinking tomorrow night in order to keep a clear head for the big fight.

Goz · Post by **Goz** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:22

KOJOE90 wrote:I am actually thinking of not drinking tomorrow night in order to keep a clear head for the big fight.

No, that's gay. You must drink, drink for Ricky and drink for your country.

Kilburn · Post by **Kilburn** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:23

Yep all the shit can be put aside now. You've got to give it to Ricky, he's tackling the no.1 guy out there who put on a devastating display last time out. There's nothing careful or strategic about this match, it's about taking on and beating the best.

I don't think he'll pull it off but I hope beyond hope he does. It's not impossible. This isn't Tyson v Bruno.

Come on !!!!!

Kilburn · Post by **Kilburn** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:24

Goz wrote: No, that's gay. You must drink, drink for Ricky and drink for your country.

Goz · Post by **Goz** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:26

Well c'mon, what chance will Ricky have if you can't even be bothered to get pissed for the fight?

KO Artist · Post by **KO Artist** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:28

I've got the tingle, big time.

Ohhhhhhhh

Its gonna be sooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood

deadpan · Post by **deadpan** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:43

I'd love him to win, but fully expect to witness that 'different class' reality check by around the second round, like when ward dug a vicious hook into shea neary's ribcage and his face contorted with the realisation he was mixing with talent he wasn't prepared for. Plus the hook must've effin' killed.

But to shout against Ricky because of Uncle Allegedly is ridiculous.

Would people adopt the same logic with Amir or Danny W?

KOJOE90 · Post by **KOJOE90** » 03 Jun 2005, 12:44

Goz wrote:Well c'mon, what chance will Ricky have if you can't even be bothered to get pissed for the fight?

liamlion · Post by **liamlion** » 03 Jun 2005, 13:00

This is gonna be f*cking huge. Come on Ricky!!

MightyWarrior · Post by **MightyWarrior** » 03 Jun 2005, 14:15

Yep a genuine live one. Been feeling the electricity build all week. Just hope its a great fight, not an early blow out, unless its the Russian sailing headfirst thru the ropes of course..

Cmon Hatton!!!!!

Neri · Post by **Neri** » 03 Jun 2005, 14:20

This seems to be turning into a hatton support thread

So good luck to the hitman. CMON RICKY

kevo · Post by **kevo** » 03 Jun 2005, 14:33

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGGH! I'm getting really excited now.

Can't imagine what 'll be like come fight time. Pissed probably.

Tip: For that genuine MEN arena feel, get someone to sit behind you and shout the following:

"Come on Rickeeeeeeeey! Hit 'im!"

" Use the Jab!"

" Come on son, Fuckin; knock him out!"

and (My favourite)
" Manchester, la la la. Manchester lalala!"
Repeat.

Goz · Post by **Goz** » 03 Jun 2005, 14:54

"Use the jab" is one of my particular pet hates because:

1 - It's obvious

2 - Commonly used by people who know nought about boxing trying to impress bystanders with their glittering array of boxing terminology.

steve689 · Post by **steve689** » 03 Jun 2005, 15:05

knockout wrote:agree entirely although a small part of me doesnt want Hatton to win purely cause of my dislike to allegedly Warren....

And i thought i was the only one having these impure thoughts

I am glad others feel the same, i have got to root for Ricky but i just don't want the old "i told you so" speech off allegedly should things prevail

Oh fornicate it...COME ON RICKY!!!

Manos de Oro · Post by **Manos de Oro** » 03 Jun 2005, 19:50

steve689 wrote:
knockout wrote:agree entirely although a small part of me doesnt want Hatton to win purely cause of my dislike to allegedly Warren....
And i thought i was the only one having these impure thoughts I am glad others feel the same, i have got to root for Ricky but i just don't want the old "i told you so" speech off allegedly should things prevail Oh fornicate it...COME ON RICKY!!!

Same here. Even a win here, as huge as it would be, does not erase or legitimise the way he's been brought up. Really wish I could get the excitement and nerves going for this one, but I'm feeling much the same as deadpan.

Manos de Oro · Post by **Manos de Oro** » 03 Jun 2005, 19:57

If Tsyzu looks sharp and Ricky still manages to get through to him, then I'll definitely be cheering for Hatton. If Kostya looks shot, I'll probably reach for the sickbag - remember Ricky's celebrations after stopping 37 year old featherweight cum lightweight Tony Pep for his WBU title? Imagine what it'll be like with Tsyzu, shot or not?

KOJOE90 · Post by **KOJOE90** » 04 Jun 2005, 09:19

Goz wrote:
KOJOE90 wrote:I am actually thinking of not drinking tomorrow night in order to keep a clear head for the big fight.
No, that's gay. You must drink, drink for Ricky and drink for your country.

No, I disagree.

Stripping myself naked then rubbing baby oil all over my body then during the fight rubbing my throbbing love rocket against the TV screen screamining "Come on Ricky, push forward, harder!!!!".

That would be gay.

Goz · Post by **Goz** » 04 Jun 2005, 09:22

True, in part. It would be gayer than not drinking.

Last night was a bit of dress rehearsal, went to the pub etc, watched Harrison-Brodie around midnight and wasn't close to falling asleep.

Bit hungover today but at work, will have kip when I get home and go to the pub and for a meal a little later than usual, aim to return for midnight.

TheGoods · Post by **TheGoods** » 04 Jun 2005, 09:33

Got the wages on Kostya but this will be one bet I don't mind losing. GENUINELY can't wait for this one gents.

Southpaw Stylist · Post by **Southpaw Stylist** » 04 Jun 2005, 09:40

KOJOE90 wrote:
Goz wrote:
KOJOE90 wrote:I am actually thinking of not drinking tomorrow night in order to keep a clear head for the big fight.
No, that's gay. You must drink, drink for Ricky and drink for your country.
No, I disagree.

Stripping myself naked then rubbing baby oil all over my body then during the fight rubbing my throbbing love rocket against the TV screen screamining "Come on Ricky, push forward, harder!!!!".

That would be gay.

Hahahaha.

Goz · Post by **Goz** » 04 Jun 2005, 15:31

Off to the pub all, will probably post later so apologies now for any drunk ranting. Hope you all have a great night and it's a brilliant one for British boxing whatever the result.

It's showtime.....

KOJOE90 · Post by **KOJOE90** » 04 Jun 2005, 15:39

Goz wrote:Off to the pub all, will probably post later so apologies now for any drunk ranting. Hope you all have a great night and it's a brilliant one for British boxing whatever the result.

It's showtime.....

Cheers.