Pacquiao vs Mayweather - Blood Testing Issue

Almost every detail in the fight between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr is set! The schedule date for the fight in on March 13, 2009 and tensions about it whether who will win. Pacquiao trainer Freddie Roach said his fighter is willing to comply with strict drug-testing standards, but Roach won’t allow Pacquiao to have blood drawn 48 hours before the fight. Blood tests for illegal drugs and banned substances are not required by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, which would have regulatory control of the bout if it is held in Las Vegas.

Both sides agreed that the drug testing issue is the only hurdle preventing the fight from being finished. Earlier Tuesday, Golden Boy Promotions officially requested March 13 from the Nevada State Athletic Commission to host the show.