The legendary Manny Pacquiao returns to the ring. The Filipino wants to feel that unique adrenaline rush that a fighter feels when he steps into the ring. Otherwise, there is no other explanation for his excitement in preparing for his upcoming fight against Marios Barrios.Manny Pacquiao at the age of 46 and with two years without fighting professionally in boxing. His last victory was in 2019, now he has a contrast with the young Mario Barrios, who has great speed, size and hook. Leaving aside these points, Manny Pacquio is still a magnet for the professional boxing world.
Manny Pacquiao: The most anticipated comeback of the year in boxing.
- The fight will take place on July 19 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. This time, the Filipino will not be the defender of any title but will enter as a challenger against the World Boxing Council (WBC) world champion at welterweight, Manuel Barrios.
- Then comes the question that everyone is asking. Why would a man with such fame, a record of 62-8-3 with 39 knockouts, decide to step back into the ring against a fighter of this caliber today?
- “I am coming back because I am passionate about boxing,” Pacquiao said at a press conference when the fight was announced. “I have been away for four years, but I always think about boxing. I miss it a lot.”
- “I always give surprises to the fans,” Pacquiao said at a press conference in Las Vegas. “I don’t take it lightly. I’m doing my best to prepare for this fight.”
Who is Mario Barrios?
- Mario “El Azteca” Barrios is the current World Boxing Council champion. It was not easy for him to reach the top of the category. He was knocked out by Gervonta Smith in 2021 and then defeated by Keith Thurman in 2022.
- But he won the interim belt and then took the opportunity to take the title, before being promoted to full champion. In his last defense he drew against Abel Ramos
- Mario Barrios is taller than Pacquiao, 16 years younger and has four inches more reach. The only thing the Mexican does not have is the experience and explosiveness of Pac – Mac, but that is not enough. The calendar does not forgive
- The Mexican has his sights set on the legendary puncher and made this known. “Every fight and main event I’ve been in has prepared me for Manny Pacquiao,”Barrios said on Saturday. “This is my moment. I’m defending my title against a legend.”
Full fight card for Pacquiao vs Barrios event
In addition to the main event, the evening brings several highlights:
- Mario Barrios (c) vs Manny Pacquiao – WBC welterweight world title
- Sebastian Fundora vs Tim Tszyu II – WBC super welterweight world title
- Isaac Cruz vs Angel Fierro II – Super lightweight
- Brandon Figueroa vs Joet Gonzalez – Featherweight
What time is Pacquiao’s fight and where can I watch it?
- Date: Friday, July 19
- Time: 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT
- Venue: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
- Broadcast: PBC on Prime Video (PPV) and PPV.com
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