The legendary Philippine boxer Manny Pacquiao (62-8-2, 39 KO) will hold a title match against the current WBC World Champion Mario Barrios (29-2-1, 18 KO). The battle will be held on July 19 at the grand arena of MGM in Las -Vegas and will become the main event of the evening.
For 46-year-old Pakkyoo, this will be the first official speech from August 2021, when he lost to Jordenis Ugas Unanimous Judges. Since then, the exchanger went to the ring only in exhibition battles – the last of them took place in July 2023 against the former K -1 Anpo Rukii.
Mario Barrios, who was 30 years old, became the temporary champion of WBC in September 2023, defeating the same extinction. Later, the American received the status of a full belt. In his last duel, which took place in November 2024, Barrios raised the battle with Abel Ramos.
“I’m returning! On July 19, I will go to the ring again – I was waiting for me with Mario Barrios in the grand arena of MGM. It’s time to create a story! ” Pakio said on Instagram.
The match will be the historical return of the boxing legend, which remains the only champion in the history of eight categories of weight.
According to OBOZ.ua, Pakiao in September 2021 decided to finish his career and focus on a political career. The Filipino athlete was going to run for presidents of the country.
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Source: Obozrevatel
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