Manny Pacquiao Makes Exciting Boxing Comeback Announcement
Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao, at the age of 46, has revealed his plan to return to boxing, setting the stage for a highly anticipated match in Las Vegas.
In a stunning revelation, boxing legend Manny Pacquiao has confirmed his comeback to the ring, almost four years since his last bout. The Filipino fighter will challenge the WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on July 19 in Las Vegas. Pacquiao, expressing his enthusiasm through social media with the words "I'm back," aims to set a record as the oldest welterweight world champion, building on his earlier achievements in the sport. Having previously won 12 world titles across eight weight divisions, Pacquiao has maintained a legendary status within the boxing community. The WBC's recent decision to reinstate him into their rankings has fueled excitement around his return, supported by WBC president Mauricio Suliman, who confirmed that Pacquiao has passed the necessary medical checks and is cleared to fight. Pacquiao’s last fight was in August 2021 against Yordenis Ugas, which ended in a loss by points. Following his boxing retirement, he briefly pursued a political career back in the Philippines but faced a setback in the recent senate elections. Now, he returns to the sport that defined his legacy, ready to make history once more.
Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao, at the age of 46, has revealed his plan to return to boxing, setting the stage for a highly anticipated match in Las Vegas.
In a stunning revelation, boxing legend Manny Pacquiao has confirmed his comeback to the ring, almost four years since his last bout. The Filipino fighter will challenge the WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on July 19 in Las Vegas. Pacquiao, expressing his enthusiasm through social media with the words "I'm back," aims to set a record as the oldest welterweight world champion, building on his earlier achievements in the sport. Having previously won 12 world titles across eight weight divisions, Pacquiao has maintained a legendary status within the boxing community. The WBC's recent decision to reinstate him into their rankings has fueled excitement around his return, supported by WBC president Mauricio Suliman, who confirmed that Pacquiao has passed the necessary medical checks and is cleared to fight. Pacquiao’s last fight was in August 2021 against Yordenis Ugas, which ended in a loss by points. Following his boxing retirement, he briefly pursued a political career back in the Philippines but faced a setback in the recent senate elections. Now, he returns to the sport that defined his legacy, ready to make history once more.
