Pacquiao vs Marquez: What Marquez Has to Do for Shocking Upset

If Juan Marquez can follow and execute the following blueprint, he will upset Manny Pacquiao. Marquez has already had two very close fights with Pacquiao, but Pacquiao is a much better and more complete fighter now. Marquez needs to be prepared for this.

Here are some highlights from their last fight. The keys to this fight follow that.

Top Physical Condition

Marquez needs to enter this fight in the best shape of his career. And to this end, he has been working with a nutritionist.

This is a necessity for two reasons. The first is that, at 38 years old, time has left its mark on Marquez. He needs to combat this by being in peak physical shape.

The second is that he need to prolong this fight. Check out the next two to see why.

Focus on Defense

Pacquiao is one of the most amazing offensive fighters ever. His offense has no holes, and it is vastly improved from the last time these two fighters met.

Marquez needs to stay on his toes and be ready to duck and block at all times. This will frustrate Pacquiao, wear him out and help assist him with the next key.

Counter Punch

Marquez is an excellent counter puncher. This is his ultimate key to victory. The better he defends, the more chances he will have to counter punch.

This needs to be his focus. He can wear Pacquiao down with body shots and pick his time for a stunning blow to the head.