MANNY PACQUIAO is set for a dramatic return to boxing at the age of 45.
But many fans have been quick to plead that he reconsider.
3
Manny Pacquiao is set to come out of retirement for one last fightCredit: Getty
3
The 45-year old is hoping to face Mario BarriosCredit: Getty
The Filipino fighter hung up his gloves in 2021, but now looks ready to return to the ring to face Mario Barrios.
Pacquiao is a multi-weight world champion and all round boxing icon, but the star is looking to get one more title before properly calling it a day.
According to the president of Manny Pacquiao promotions, Sean Gibbons, the well respected southpaw wants to take on Barrios for the WBC welterweight title.
Speaking to Sky Sports, Gibbons revealed: “Manny is looking at that option to fight Mario Barrios.
“He loves the idea of finishing his career by winning the WBC title. That was his first belt way back.
“So over the next 2 weeks, we are going to try to make the fight.”
The ‘PacMan’ is loved by so many boxing fans, but some seem concerned that it may be too late for a return to the ring for the retired pro.
And fans have warned that donning his gloves at 45 years old could be a mistake.
On social media, on wrote: “Manny is my all time favourite. I don’t want to see this.”
While another added: “Manny is too old for this.”
A third posted: “Don’t do it Manny. These rarely end well”.
And a fourth chimed in: “I’m afraid Manny could get really hurt at this age.”
Pacquiao, who boasts a 62-8-2 record, would face a tough challenge in Barrios who has a 29-2-0 record himself.
The Texas-born fighter, 29, has notably beaten Yordenis Ugas – the man who put an end to Pacquaio’s career.
Pacquiao’s five biggest fights
A glance at the PacMan’s five most memorable bouts throughout his career…
vs Floyd Mayweather Jr (2015) – LOSS by unanimous decision
vs Miguel Cotto (2009) – WIN by 12th round knockout
vs Ricky Hatton (2009) – WIN by second round knockout
vs Keith Thurman (2019) – WIN by split decision
vs Juan Manuel Marquez IV (2012) – WIN by sixth round knockout
However that prospect seem to have now disappeared and a bout with Barrios seems to be the most likely fight.
Paqcuaio himself has discussed the potential fight, saying: “I made history at 40 beating Keith Thurman.
“And I feel at 45, I have a lot left in the game as I haven’t taken a lot of punishment over the last few years. I want to make history.”
While Barrios has welcomed the idea.
He added: “I’m very excited at the possibility of this fight being made.
“Manny Pacquiao is a future Hall of Famer, a legend and someone I looked up to growing up.
“To share the ring with him would be an honour and a dream come true.”
3
Pacquiao hasn’t fought since 2021Credit: Getty
News
AiAi delas Alas pinayuhan si Chloe San Jose na wag awayin ang nanay ni Carlos Yulo
Nagbigay ng payo ang batikang komedyanteng si Ai Ai delas Alas kay Chloe San Jose, ang girlfriend ng sikat na gymnast na si Carlos Yulo, hinggil sa pakikitungo nito sa ina ng kanyang kasintahan. AiAi delas Alas pinayuhan si Chloe…
Chloe San Jose at Carlos Yulo, brand ambassadors ng sikat na dental clinic
Opisyal nang ipinakilala sina Chloe Anjeleigh San Jose at Carlos Edriel Yulo bilang mga bagong brand ambassadors ng kilalang dental clinic na Urban Smiles. Sa isang post ng Urban Smiles, ipinahayag ng clinic ang kanilang kasiyahan sa pagsalubong sa dalawa,…
Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards: Tourist Sighting in Calgary Reveals Couple’s Hands Entwined!
Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards Spotted Holding Hands in Calgary The charming duo of Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards has once again caught the public’s attention, this time in Calgary, Canada. As the two continue to work on their highly…
Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes talk about on-cam rivalry and off-cam friendship
Teen stars Julia Montes and Kathryn Bernardo may have been bitter rivals on screen in the recently-concluded TV series Mara Clara, but nothing could be further from the truth in real life. In the June issue of Total Girl,…
Where to go in Hong Kong if you want to relive KathDen’s ‘Hello, Love, Goodbye’ moments
Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards’ unforgettable portrayal of Joy Fabregas and Ethan Del Rosario’s bittersweet romance continues to capture our hearts. But fans would be excited to know that their love story will unfold with an upcoming sequel. In case you…
Kristoffer Martin admits he had a crush on Kathryn Bernardo: ‘Maharot po kasi ako noong teenager ako’.
Kristoffer Martin admitted he had a crush on Kathryn Bernardo when they worked together as a love team for “Endless Love.” In the latest episode of “Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel,” the ”Makiling” actor said he was 13…
End of content
No more pages to load