I don't get too excited over PPV cards. They are usually a rip off.  There is one coming up April 8th that has peaked my interest.
 
       Zab Judah puts his IBF version of the welterweight title on the line against undefeated superstar Floyd Mayweather Jr. Despite the fact that Judah lost a portion of the title in his last fight to Carlos Baldomir, this bout will provide a stern test for Mayweather. In my opinion Floyd is the best boxer pound for pound in the world today. I always felt Judah was over rated but he is still a formidable fighter. He is probably the fastest boxer Floyd will have met to this point in his career. Judah has a style that could pose some problems for Floyd. Nevertheless I see Floyd winning inside the distance.
 
       On the undercard Jorge Arce meets Rosendo Alvarez in a WBC Interim Flyweight title bout. Alvarez was one of the few who could hang tough with the great Ricardo Lopez when he was in his prime. Alvarez may be getting a little long in the tooth but if he has one more good fight left in him, this could be a very entertaining bout. These are two of the best little guys around.
 
       Also Houston's pride Juan Diaz takes on Jose Cotto for the WBA  lightweight title. I could see this one being an all out war. Diaz is a  strong, aggressive fighter. Cotto won't have to look for him. Very good match up that has the prospect of being a real thriller.
 
       You know this PPV card just may be worth the $$$... It will be shown on HBO / PPV.
 
       Jim Amato

3-23-2006