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MANNY PACQUIAO PROMOTIONS PRÆSENTERER "NEDTÆLLING TIL THRILLA I MANILA" OG "THRILLA IN MANILA 50"

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50årsdagen for Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier

MANILA, Filippinerne- Til fejring af en af ​​boksningens mest ikoniske kampe nogensinde, Manny Pacquiao Kampagner (MPP) annoncerer stolt en monumental dobbelt-header: Nedtælling til Thrilla i Manila påSøndag, Oktober. 26, påSan Andres Colosseum, efterfulgt af vartegnThrilla i Manila 50 begivenhed påOnsdag, Oktober. 29, påSmart Araneta Coliseum.

En historisk ekstravaganza på tværs af to actionfyldte nætter med boksning, legendarisk bokser, der blev promotor Manny Pacquiao, med hjælp fra MPP-præsidenten Sean Gibbons, Økonomidirektør og Vice President Tony Cohen, og Lead Matchmaker Brendan Gibbons, har bygget et monumentalt skue for de passionerede filippinske fans. Nedtælling til Thrilla i Manila og Thrilla i Manila 50 fungere som de sidste to tentpole events før MPP's meget ventede U.S. debut på Lørdag, November 29 på Pechanga Resort Casino i Temecula, Calif.

Begge shows vil ære 50-året for Muhammad Ali og Joe Fraziers epos 1975 sværvægtsopgør, en af ​​de mest legendariske kampe i sportshistorien, mens de fremviser Filippinernes fineste
kæmpere og stigende internationale talenter.

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BEGIVENHED 1 — NEDTÆKLING TIL THRILLA I MANILA

Oktober 26 | San Andres Colosseum, Malat, Manila

DenNedtælling til Thrilla i Manila kort starter ugens festligheder med tre IBF-titler på højkant, overskriften af ​​regerende IBF minimumvægt verdensmesterPedro Taduran (18-4-1, 13 KOS) forsvare sig mod obligatorisk udfordrerChristian Balunan (12-0, 7 KOS).

I co-main event, top ti IBF-udfordrerEsneth Domingo (22-3, 14 KOS) ogSkat Fajardo (12-3-2, 11 KOS) kollidere for de ledigeIBF Pan Pacific Flyweight Championship. Ubesejret Hong Kong-stjerneRex Tso (23-0, 14 KOS) står overfor IndiensSagar Chouhan(7-0-2, 3 KOS), den regerende UBO-mester, for den ledige IBF Pan Pacific Bantamweight titel.

Adskillige ekstra kampe vil blive udstillet for de tilstedeværende fans, fremhævet af et par ubesejrede filippinske fjervægtere somLienard "The Matrix" Sarcon (13-0, 5 KOS) går op modJunibert Guard (9-0, 1 KO) i en ti-runders kamp.

Gretel de Paz(7-7-3, 2 KOS) vil gå otte runder eller mindre medSalvadors charme (5-9, 2 KOS) for den ledige filippinske kvindebantamvægttitel.

UndefeatedClaire Villarosa (4-0-1, 2 KOS) vil køre det tilbage medJohn Rey Labajo (4-3-2, 4 KOS) for den ledige Philippine Youth Super Flyweight titel i en otte runders affære, efter deres første kamp i sidste august endte uafgjort med flertal.

Lovende filippinske udsigterArvin Jhon Paciones (11-0, 6 KOS), Noli James Maquilan (11-3, 8 KOS), ogZyvyr Medecilo (6-0, 3 KOS) runde underkortet ud.

“Manny Pacquiao Promotions bringer detteNedtælling til Thrilla i Manila kort til Filippinerne for at give lokale fans en begivenhed i verdensklasse derhjemme, mens de fejrer arven fra den originale Thrilla, som gjorde boksefans ud af så mange mennesker rundt om i verden,sagde MPP-præsidentSean Gibbons. "Vi er begejstrede for at fremhæve disse utrolige atleter, gratis, i hvad der er den perfekte optakt til en uforglemmelig jubilæumsaften på Araneta.”

BEGIVENHED 2 — THRILLA I MANILA 50

Oktober 29 | Smart Araneta Coliseum, Manila

Afslutning på fejringen, Thrilla i Manila 50 vil byde på en stablet international lineup, fyldt med tre WBC titelkampe, overskriften af ​​WBC Minimumweight World ChampionMelvin Jerusalem (24-3, 12 KOS), der forsvarer sin titel mod SydafrikasVi tror på Kuse (9-2-1, 4 KOS) i en 12-rund affære.

"Dette er mere end en begivenhed, det er en bro mellem generationer,"SagdeManny Pacquiao af MPP. "Heltreds år efter at Ali og Frazier skrev historie, vi vender tilbage til Manila for at ære deres storhed og for at vise verden, at bokseånden i Filippinerne er stærkere end nogensinde.

2020 Olympic Bronze MedalistEumir Felix Marcial (6-0, 4 KOS) tager imod venezuelansk knockout-kunstnerEddy Colmenares (11-2-1, 11 KOS) i en 10-runders co-main event for den ledige WBC Internationale Mellemvægtstitel.

En tredje titelkamp byder på WBC International Light Flyweight ChampionArvin "Hurricane" Magramo (19-2-1, 11 KOS) går tå-til-tå med andre filippinske Berland Robles (12-0-1, 5 KOS) i en 10-rund tilt.

Står også på kortet:

Nico Ali Walsh (11-2, 5 KOS), barnebarn af Muhammad Ali, vender tilbage til Filippinerne for at ære sin bedstefars arv imodKitty Klinson (10-2, 6 KOS) i en mellemvægtskamp på otte runder. I sin tredje udflugt af 2025, Ali Walsh er klar til en karrieredefinerende præstation, der tegner til at blive et skelsættende øjeblik i hans spirende karriere.

Et par filippinske superbantamvægtere vil se efter at lave et show for deres landsmænd som 26-årig filippinerCarl "Wonder Boy" Martin(26-0, 20 KOS) tager imod ThailandsAran Dipaen (21-4, 18 KOS), mens 33-årige filippinske fan-favoritMarlon Tapales (40-4, 21 KOS) tager imod venezuelanskFernando Toro (11-2, 9 KOS). Begge Super Bantamvægt-konkurrencer er planlagt til ti runder.

"At stå i spidsen for denne begivenhed har været en enorm ære,” sagde Lead MatchmakerBrendan Gibbons. “Filippinerne står som en af ​​verdens boksehovedstæder. BeggeNedtælling til Thrilla i ManilaogThrilla i Manila 50vil se elektriske matchups med spirende filippinske stjerner somMPP anerkender stolt 50-årsdagen for Thrilla i Manila."

OM MANNY PACQUIAO-KAMPAGTER
Manny Pacquiao Kampagner (MPP) er det globale boksepromoveringsfirma grundlagt af det internationale ikon og Hall of Famer Manny "Pac-Man" Pacquiao, den eneste bokser i historien, der har vundet verdenstitler i otte vægtdivisioner. Etableret i 2025, MPP er dedikeret til at bygge den næste generation af mestre ved at levere begivenheder i verdensklasse, konkurrencedygtige matchups, og en eliteplatform for både stigende stjerner og etablerede kæmpere. Med et lederteam ledet af præsident Sean Gibbons, Økonomidirektør Tony Cohen, og Lead Matchmaker Brendan Gibbons, MPP omdefinerer standarden for kamppromovering i USA og på verdensplan. For mere information, besøgwww.PacquiaoPromotions.com og følg @PacquiaoPromotions på sociale medier.

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Hall of Famer Manny Pacquiao indstillet til at jage historie igen denne lørdag aften – Bokselyselskaber deler foretrukne “Manny Moments” & Preview Pacquiao vs.. Barrios showdown forud for stjernespækket aften

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KlikHER at se påHandsker væk: Pacquiao vs. Kvarterer

Las Vegas - juli 15, 2025 -Filippinernes kampe stolthed, en otte-division verdensmester og fra sidste måned, En induktør i International Boxing Hall of Fame. Mens det ser ud som den større end livetManny “Pacman” Pacquiaohar opnået alt hvad du kan i sporten, Han kunne tilføje endnu et kapitel til sin historiske arv denne lørdag, Juli 19 Når han udfordrer WBC Welterweight verdensmesterMario "El Azteca" BarriosI hovedbegivenheden af en PBC-pay-per-view-begivenhed på Prime Video fra MGM Grand Garden Arena i Las Vegas.

Ud over at blive den første fighter til at udføre den uforståelige bedrift ved at vinde en verdenstitel efter en Hall of Fame -induktion, Pacquiao kunne bryde sin egen rekord som den ældste verdensmester i weltervægt i historie, hvis han tager WBC -bæltet fra Barrios. Pacquiao satte oprindeligt mærket i juli 2019, Da han besejrede den tidligere ubesejrede Keith Thurman på 40 år gammel. I en æra, der har set superstjerner i 40'erne, såsom Tom Brady og LeBron James, fortsætter med at udmærke sig på de højeste niveauer, Pacquiao er ude for at bevise igen, at han er en generationsatlet, der overskrider sporten.

Pacquiao vender tilbage til ringen på et sted, som han har lavet sin egen, MGM Grand Garden Arena i Las Vegas, verdens kamp hovedstad, da han laver sin 16th udseende på lokalet, Mere end nogen fighter i lokalets betydelige historie. Med hans 15th Hovedbegivenhed i juli 19, Han binder det mærke, der er sat af medlegenden Floyd Mayweather på spillestedet, Og kun stier Mayweather i samlede sejre på arenaen (15-10). De to uløseligt forbundne all-time storheder er også bundet til de mest titelkampe på MGM Grand med 12 hver.

Juli 19, Pacquiao vil stå over for en fjende med en velkendt kæmpende arv i den mexicansk-amerikanske barrios, Som Pacquiao har besejret en hvem der er af Mexicos bedste gennem hele sin karriere. Siden året 2003, Pacquiao har slået 12 Mexicansk eller mexicansk-amerikanske krigere inklusive legender som Juan Manuel Marquez, Oscar De La Hoya, Erik Morales, Marco Antonio Barrera og Antonio Margarito. Disse triumfer inkluderer nogle af Pacquiaos mest bemærkelsesværdige gevinster og hjalp ham.

Mens du rakte op alle disse resultater, Pacquiao har fået respekt fra en bred vifte af bokse -armaturer, der har delt deres yndlings "Manny -øjeblikke" foran juli 19 begivenhed. Blandt dem, der talte om Pacquiao, var tidligere modstandere Thurman og Barrera, såvel som den tidligere sparringspartner og weltervægtmester Shawn Porter.

”Det har aldrig været omkring et øjeblik for mig, når det kommer til Manny Pacquiao,”Sagde Thurman. ”Mit yndlings øjeblik er, når som helst, han er buset af disse otte-stempel kombinationer. Med en modstander på rebene, Konkurrence i verdensklasse, Og han fyrer bare af en otte-sæt. Det er sket mange gange, Men hver gang jeg har været vidne til det, Det har givet anledning til lidt glæde i mit hjerte. ”

”Jeg har to foretrukne Manny -øjeblikke, Den første er, da han slog Oscar de la Hoya, Fordi jeg troede, det var umuligt,"Said Barrera. ”Jeg troede, det ville aldrig ske, og så forblev de la Hoya siddende, og det var forbi. Den anden var den måde, han slog Miguel Cotto på. Det var to Hall of Famers og Manny, der var virkelig imponerende i den vægtklasse.

”Hvad der gør Manny så speciel er båndet og nærheden med sine fans. Hans hjerte er det, der får alle til at lide ham. Han kan lide at sætte på et show, Giv det hele for fansen, og vigtigst af alt, Han bliver en kriger, når han træder i ringen. ”

”Jeg har et sjældent Manny Pacquiao -øjeblik, Fordi der ikke er for mange, der kommer til at sparre med legenden,”Sagde Porter. ”Han fløj mig og min far ud til Filippinerne, og vi mødtes for første gang, og han var som” Okay, dette bliver sjovt. ”Jeg var chokeret, fordi dette var første gang, at nogen behandlede at komme i ringen med mig, som om det ikke var en big deal ... efter at jeg talte til mit hjørne, vendte jeg mig om og var i en center for ringen, og det var som dette øjeblik kom over mig som” du er sparring af Manny Pacquiao. ”Jeg var i en daze efter det første, som det første som det første øjeblik kom over mig som 10 sekunder. Og han fangede mig med en god lige venstre hånd i det første minut, og det vækkede mig. Jeg var som 'den fyr har lidt magt', Og så var vi på vej til løbene. ”

Når man prognosticerer resultaterne af denne lørdag, Juli 19 matche, Oddsmakerne har installeret den yngre regerende mester Barrios som en væddemålsfavorit. Den kendte træner og bokseanalytiker Stephen “Breadman” Edwards er enig i stemningen, understreger, hvordan Gargantuan den aktuelle opgave er for den 46-årige store.

”Det ville være en utrolig bedrift for en 46-årig fighter at komme tilbage og vinde Welterweight World-titlen,”Sagde Edwards. ”Det er svært at endda forestille sig, at nogen er ude i et par år og derefter kommer tilbage til 46 og vinde det. I al ærlighed, Jeg tror, at dette kan være en umulig opgave. Hvis nogen kan gøre det, Manny kan gøre det, Men lige nu favoriserer jeg Barrios. ”

På trods af oddsene, Flere af de afstemte boksere favoriserer Pacquiao til at trække oprørt af, inklusive Porter, Barrera, Og regerende WBA Super Lightweight verdensmester Gary Antuanne Russell.

”Pacquiao er et slag i bundter type fyr, og han kan knække,"sagde Russell. ”Han har vist, at hans stansekraft kan få jobbet gjort. Barrios er ungdommelig og en selektiv puncher. Jeg tror ikke, han vil være i stand til at sidde der og tage billeder. Manny får dig til at betale, hvis du venter for længe. Han har altid vist, at han ønsker at få kampen i gang.

”Pacquiao er en high-tempo fighter, og Barrios har kæmpet med det tempo. Barrios er en hård konkurrent, Men jeg har lyst til, at han stadig har meget at lære. Manny har været der med mange mestre, og jeg tror, han har værktøjerne i sit arsenal, og at det viser kampens nat. Barrios bliver nødt til at chokere verden. Han er nødt til at vise nok for at få Manny til at respektere ham. Jeg læner mig mod Manny, der er sejrrig, Men må den bedste mand vinde. ”

”Jeg tror, at Manny Pacquiao vil slå Mario Barrios,”Sagde Porter. ”Jeg ved, at alle taler om hans alder. Det er temaet, Kan den gamle mand slå den unge mand? Jeg tror, at denne gamle mand altid bliver for meget, indtil han hænger op i handskerne. ”

”Jeg tror, dette vil være en meget interessant kamp,”Sagde Barrera. “Pacquiao er en fremragende kriger, En verdensmester på otte division, der vil give det hele og som kan lide at stille på et show. Dette sætter op til at blive en kamp, hvor vi virkelig vil se disse fyre kollidere og gøre fansen til de virkelige vindere.

”Barrios er en aktiv forsvarsmester, Og mens han ikke er så kompleks som de andre nuværende mestre, Han vil være farlig, når han træder ind i ringen. Jeg vil gerne se Pacquiao vinde på grund af sagnet, at han er. Jeg går med Manny Pacquiao som vinderen, Men hvis Barrios vinder, Det vil være fordi han beviser, at han er den bedre fighter lige nu. ”

Uanset hvem du ser vinde den juli 19, Aftenen er uden tvivl formet til at være historisk, Og på trods af enhver tvivl, der kommer udefra, Pacquiao har udtrykt den stærke selvtillid, at han igen vil forlade ringen som verdensmester.

”Ilden, Bestemmelse og iver efter at arbejde hårdt er der stadig,”Sagde Pacquiao. ”Jeg nyder stadig at køre bjergene. Ikke enhver fighter har denne følelse. Dette er en velsignelse, Fordi jeg har været igennem så mange store kampe i min karriere, og jeg er stadig her. Jeg er tilbage ... det ville betyde meget for mig at blive verdensmester igen. Manny Pacquiao giver altid overraskelser til fansen. Det er min lidenskab. ”

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Om Pacquiao vs.. Barrios

Pacquiao vs. Barrios vil se Hall of Fame Boxing LegendManny “Pacman” Pacquiaoog WBC Welterweight verdensmesterMario "El Azteca" BarriosSquare Off i hovedbegivenheden af en stjernespækket PBC-pay-per-view-begivenhed på Prime Video lørdag, Juli 19 fra MGM Grand Garden Arena i Las Vegas.

I co-main event, WBC Super Welterweight verdensmesterSebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundoraog australsk superstjerneTim Tszyu vil gentages efter at have deltaget i 2024's blodigste kamp.

Handlingen vil også indeholde mexicansk stjerneIsaac "Pitbull" Cruzog hans hårdt ramte landsmandAngel Fierro Møde for anden gang i en 12-runde super lette duel efter deres actionfyldte februar-sammenstød, Plus tidligere verdensmester i to divisionBrandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroaog top contenderJoet Gonzalez Start betalings-per-view på 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT med en 12-runde WBA Featherweight-titel eliminator.

Forud for pay-per-view, mesterGary Russell Jr.topper en tre kampkortstrømning live på prime video, Når han træder tilbage i ringen for at mødeHugo CastañedaI et 10-runde letvægts showdown.

Handlingen inkluderer også ubesejret top super bantamvægtDavid "Rey" PicassoDuellering af japansk konkurrentKyonosuke Kamedai en 10-round affære, Plus filippinsk power-puncher og tidligere verdensmesterMark "Magnifico" vil tage vækkæmper MexicosJorge MataI en 10-runde super fjervægtattraktion åbner showet kl 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT.

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Angel Fierro: “I HAVE NO RESPECT FOR PITBULL CRUZ. HE DOESN’T INTIMIDATE ME & HE’S AN ORDINARY FIGHTER!" – Fierro Talks Training With Robert Garcia & More Ahead of Cruz Rematch on Saturday, Juli 19

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Hard-Hitting Fierro Talks Training with Robert Garcia & Previews Mexico vs. Mexico Rematch Against Former World Champion Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz onLørdag, Juli 19 on PBC Pay-Per-View Event on Prime Video from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas

RIVERSIDE, F.EKS. – July 1, 2025 -Hard-hitting Mexican contenderAngel “Tashiro” Fierrosent a direct message to his compatriot and rivalIsaac "Pitbull" Cruzduring a tense face-to-face at the Los Angeles press conference in June to announce their rematch, and has continued to express his ire toward Cruz as we near their showdown on Saturday, Juli 19 as part of a PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

“When I say something to him, like I did at that press conference, I follow through,” said Fierro. “I promised I would show him that I’m elite and this fight will be more of the same. I have no respect for ‘Pitbull’ Cruz. He doesn’t intimidate me and he’s an ordinary fighter. He’s a human and he gets tired too. I stayed true to myself when I told him I’m coming for war.”

The biggest change for Fierro since the first showdown is the addition of famed trainer Robert Garcia, who has led his training camp and will do the same for his corner on July 19. By joining forces with Garcia, Fierro believes he’s unlocked a better version of himself that he’ll display in the rematch.

“It’s been a tough camp,” said Fierro. “I’ve never trained with this much intensity before. Robert Garcia and the whole team has been excellent. We’ve made changes to my sparring sessions and I believe we’re going to deliver a great result.

“I’ve gone through changes physically, mentally and nutritionally. It’s going to make me formidable. I’m in the best shape of my life and my diet is on point. I’m not worried about making weight and that’s how an elite fighter should come into a fight.”

The Tijuana-native’s first fight against Cruz was a tale of two halves, as Cruz controlled the early rounds before Fierro appeared to turn the tide, out landing his opponent 132 til 106 across the final five frames. While he believes he’ll be even better on July 19, Fierro is confident that he proved his elite status in the first fight, even if Cruz doesn’t.

“I’ve worked on myself and correcting the mistakes I made in the first fight that would have changed the outcome,” said Fierro. “Robert Garcia is very experienced and I watched the fight with him to work on what I need to do to win this time.

“I didn’t keep my hands up 100% of the time like I needed to. That was the main mistake at the time. ‘Pitbull’ underestimated me – and still does- but I already showed him that I’m not middling fighter. I proved I’m elite and now I’m working twice as hard.”

In addition to showing Cruz his level, Fierro believes that he took advantage of the big stage in February on the undercard of David Benavidez vs. David Morrell Jr. to show the Mexican people that he was a true contender. With that extra motivation, he’s promised to show that he will be the next big star to take off from the boxing-rich country.

“At the beginning of the fight, people looked at me like I was a nobody,” said Fierro. “But by the halfway point, I felt a shift, and people were already seeing me as a big-time fighter. I felt like Rocky in Russia! I proved that I’m not just a talker. I’m a true Mexican…We’re two Mexicans with pride on the line and looking to show who the next great Mexican boxing star will be. I’m fighting to bring honor to my country.”

Having already delivered a fight that’s garnering early Fight of the Year consideration, Fierro has promised to deliver even more action the second time around, and perhaps bring back memories of Fierro’s personal favorite all-Mexican rematch Marco Antonio Barrera vs. Erik Morales II.

“You’re going to see a different ‘Tashiro’ and it’s going to be an even better war than the first one,” said Fierro. “The fans will be on their feet from the very first round. I will beat ‘Pitbull’ – no matter what. He better prepare well and I think he will, because deep down he knows what he’s up against.”

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Om Pacquiao vs.. Barrios

Pacquiao vs. Barrios vil se Hall of Fame Boxing LegendManny “Pacman” Pacquiaoog WBC Welterweight verdensmesterMario "El Azteca" BarriosSquare Off i hovedbegivenheden af en stjernespækket PBC-pay-per-view-begivenhed på Prime Video lørdag, Juli 19 fra MGM Grand Garden Arena i Las Vegas.

I co-main event, WBC Super Welterweight verdensmesterSebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundoraog australsk superstjerneTim Tszyu vil gentages efter at have deltaget i 2024's blodigste kamp.

Handlingen vil også indeholde mexicansk stjerneIsaac "Pitbull" Cruzog hans hårdt ramte landsmandAngel Fierro Møde for anden gang i en 12-runde super lette duel efter deres actionfyldte februar-sammenstød, Plus tidligere verdensmester i to divisionBrandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroaog top contenderJoet Gonzalez Start betalings-per-view på 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT with a 10-round featherweight showdown.

Ud over at være tilgængelig til køb på Prime Video, Uanset Prime -medlemskab, Fans vil også være i stand til at fortsætte med at få adgang til telecasten gennem traditionelle kabel- og satellitudtag samt PPV.com.

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HALL OF FAMER MANNY PACQUIAO SET TO CHALLENGE WBC WELTERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION MARIO BARRIOS HEADLINING PBC PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT ON PRIME VIDEO ON SATURDAY, Juli 19 IN LAS VEGAS

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SUMMER HEATS UP WITH STAR-STUDDED

PBC PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT IN LAS VEGAS!

HALL OF FAMER MANNY PACQUIAO SET TO

CONTINUE LEGENDARY CAREER & CHALLENGE

WBC WELTERWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION MARIO BARRIOS HEADLINING PBC PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT ON PRIME VIDEO ON SATURDAY, Juli 19

WBC Super Welterweight World Champion Sebastian Fundora Rematches Australian Superstar Tim Tszyu in

Co-Main Event from the MGM Grand Garden Arena

Mere! Mexican Star Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz Duels Hard-Hitting Angel Fierro in Can’t Miss Rematch of

Mexican Sluggers

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Former Two-Division Champion Brandon Figueroa Battles Top Contender Joet Gonzalez in PPV Opener at

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LAS VEGAS – June 3, 2025 -First ballot International Boxing Hall of FamerManny “Pacman” Pacquiaowill look to add another memorable highlight to his legendary career and become a world champion once again when he challenges the hard-hitting WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario "El Azteca" Barriospå lørdag, Juli 19 headlining a star-studded PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

The co-main event will see a rematch of 2024’s bloodiest fight as reigning WBC Super Welterweight World ChampionSebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundorafaces Australian superstar and former world championTim Tszyu. Fundora and Tszyu combined for an unforgettable night in March 2024 as Tszyu fought through one of the most gruesome cuts in recent memory before eventually losing to Fundora by a narrow split-decision.

The stacked lineup features another sensational rematch as Mexican starIsaac "Pitbull" Cruzbattles the hard-hittingAngel Fierroin a 12-round super lightweight fight that follows their action packed first showdown. Mere, former two-division world championBrandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroasteps in against top contenderJoet Gonzalezfor 10-rounds of featherweight action that opens the pay-per-view at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.

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**MANNY PACQUIAO VS. MARIO BARRIOS**

Despite a 17-year age gap between these two fighters, both are unified in their desire to deliver toe-to-toe action for boxing fans as the fighting pride of the PhilippinesManny Pacquiaoduels WBC Welterweight World ChampionMario Barriosi 12-runde hovedbegivenhed.

Already owning a career that’s seen him earn more accolades than can be listed in print, Pacquiao can etch his name into another chapter of the history books by going straight from his Hall of Fame induction in June to a world championship-winning performance on July 19. I en æra, der har set superstjerner i 40'erne, såsom Tom Brady og LeBron James, fortsætter med at udmærke sig på de højeste niveauer, Pacquiao can break his own record as the oldest welterweight world champion in history with a win over Barrios, after originally setting the mark at 40-years-old in his 2019 triumph over Keith Thurman.

The Filipino legend will have a tall task in front of him to achieve this feat, as the six-foot Barrios will bring a nearly seven-inch height advantage into his second defense of the WBC title. A two-division world champion, Barrios represents his Aztec heritage every time he enters the ring with an all-action style that’s delivered numerous electric clashes and which should combine with the always hard-charging Pacquiao for explosive action. Looking for a signature victory to separate himself from the other titleholders in boxing’s historic glamour division, Barrios will no doubt be keen to upend Pacquiao’s coronation when they square off on July 19.

A three-time Fighter of the Year and the one-time Boxing Writers Association of America’s Fighter of the Decade, Pacquiao (62-8-2, 39 KOS), who hails from Sarangani Province in the Philippines, is the only sitting Congressman and Senator to win a world title. After serving two terms as Congressman, Pacquiao was elected to a Philippine Senate seat in May 2016. Pacquiao’s boxing resume features victories over eight current Hall of Famers, herunder Oscar De La Hoya, Ricky Hatton, Marco Antonio Barrera, Erik Morales, Miguel Cotto, Shane Mosley, Tim Bradley and Juan Manuel Marquez.

Pacquiao’s most recent run in the 147-pound division saw him dispatch of former four-division world champion Adrien Broner in January 2019, before defeating the then-undefeated and reigning WBA Welterweight World Champion Keith Thurman in July of that same year. Pacquiao’s triumph over Thurman saw him send Thurman to the canvas in round one, the first time Thurman had been down in his career, on his way to edging out a decision in a 2019 Fight of the Year contender. Pacquiao would come up short in his next contest, dropping a decision to late-replacement Yordenis Ugas, who stepped in on short notice to replace an injured Errol Spence Jr. i august 2021.

“Boxing is my passion and I’m so excited to be back in the ring,”Sagde Pacquiao. “MGM Grand is like my second home in my career and it’s a place where I’ve had so many memorable fights, including my U.S. debut. The first title I ever won was a WBC title, and now I am back to fight for the WBC title once again. Mario Barrios is exactly the type of champion I like to fight, because he’s a real Mexican warrior like Erik Morales, Marco Antonio Barrera and Juan Manuel Marquez. Come July 19, it’s going to be an amazing night for the fans.”

The 29-year-old Barrios (29-2-1, 18 KOS) stamped his place among the welterweight elite in September 2023 as he dropped former champion Yordenis Ugas twice to capture the interim belt by unanimous decision. Barrios followed that up by sending Fabian Maidana to the canvas as well on his way to another dominant decision victory, and was elevated to WBC Welterweight World Champion following the bout. His first defense of the title featured Barrios going toe-to-toe with Abel Ramos in one of 2024’s best fights in action that saw both men score knockdowns and that ultimately ended in a split-draw and Barrios retaining the belt.

Before his run at 147-pounds, Barrios was a world champion at 140-pounds, edging out Batyr Akhmedov in September 2019 with a clutch 12th-round knockdown that sealed his victory on the scorecards. Throughout his career, Barrios’ only two defeats have come against two of the era’s best fighters in five-time, three-division champion Gervonta Davis and former unified welterweight world champion Keith Thurman. Representing his native San Antonio, Texas, Barrios trains in Las Vegas with top trainer Bob Santos.

“Sharing the ring with a legend like Manny Pacquiao is an honor, but once the bell rings, det er alle forretninger,sagde Barrios. “I respect everything he’s done in the sport, but on July 19, I’m defending what’s mine. This isn’t just another fight — it’s a legacy fight not just for me but for all the Mexican fans as well. Beating Pacquiao puts my name in a different conversation. Pacquiao is a Hall of Famer for a reason. Han er hurtigt, eksplosive, and dangerous at all times. But I’m younger, I’m hungrier, and I’m the champion for a reason. I’m coming in with everything I’ve got. Fighting in Vegas is always special, but this event is a truly massive stage and I’m ready to show out for the world.”

**SEBASTIAN FUNDORA VS. TIM TSZYU II**

Two of the top fighters in the stacked 154-pound division, WBC Welterweight World ChampionSebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundoraog australsk superstjerneTim Tszyuwill meet in a 12-round rematch after their first fight saw Tszyu suffer a grisly cut in round three from an inadvertent Fundora elbow. The then WBO 154-pound champion Tszyu chose to fight on instead of bow out due to the cut, eventually losing his title, along with the then-vacant WBC belt, to Fundora by a close decision. Juli 19, these two rivals look to settle the score and establish who is number one at 154-pounds.

Fundora (22-1-1, 14 KOS) rocketed to the top of the super welterweight division with that victory over Tszyu, and most recently made a successful title defense in March by knocking out top contender Chordale Booker in round four on Prime Video. A native of Coachella, California, Fundora notably showed his mettle in April 2022, battling the hard-hitting Erickson Lubin in an instant 2022 Fight of the Year contender. Despite both men hitting the canvas, Fundora stood tall in the end, prompting Lubin’s corner to stop the fight at the end of the ninth round. The 27-year-old has defeated a slew of contenders throughout his career, with his only defeat coming to Brian Mendoza in 2023. Fundora represents one of boxing’s most accomplished families, as he is trained by his father Freddy alongside his younger sister, undisputed flyweight world champion Gabriela. The two fighting Fundora’s are the first brother and sister to simultaneously hold world championships.

“I’m more than happy to honor Tim’s rematch clause,” said Fundora. “I expect Tim to be in optimum condition. Fans should expect nothing but a very entertaining violent display.”

Efter 2024 saw Tszyu (25-2, 18 KOS) lose a second-straight bout to IBF 154-pound champion Bakhram Murtazaliev following the Fundora fight, the 30-year-old recently returned to action in April by stopping young contender Joey Spencer in round four in Australia. Tszyu came into the first Fundora fight off a red-hot 2023 campaign that saw him elevated to world champion at 154-pounds while defeating former world champion Tony Harrison, top contender Brian Mendoza and former title challenger Carlos Ocampo. A native of Sydney, Australien, Tszyu made his U.S debut against U.S. Olympian Terrell Gausha in March 2022, earning a unanimous decision. Tszyu grew up playing soccer, but soon gravitated toward boxing. The decision led to him following in the legendary footsteps of his father, Kostya, who was an undisputed 140-pound champion.

“You live for these moments in boxing,” said Tszyu. “I’m blessed to be going through it again — to rewrite the chapter. Even with the bad memories and demons from the first fight, this is what growth means as a human being. I can go through hell and come back on top. This time I’ve got a full 12-week camp focused on Fundora — not a few days’ notice — and I’m bringing that intensity. I’ve got a little place set aside for that green belt. I’m ready to go get it.”

**ISAAC CRUZ VS. ANGEL FIERRO II**

In another greatly anticipated rematch, hard-charging Mexican fan-favoriteIsaac "Pitbull" Cruzwill step in once again against his power-punching countrymanIsaac Fierroas they meet in a 12-round super lightweight rematch. In their first matchup, Cruz and Fierro fought nip-and-tuck over 10 high-octane rounds that saw them combine to throw over 1400 punches, with Cruz taking home the decision. While Cruz out landed Fierro 142 til 113 over the first five rounds, Fierro was stronger in the second half, landing 132 shots to Cruz’s 106.

Buoyed on by his passionate fan base, Cross (27-3-1, 18 KOS) became a world champion in March 2024 as he hurt Rolly Romero badly in round one before eventually ending the fight in round eight via TKO to claim the WBA title. Senest, Cruz bounced back from a loss to Jose Valenzuela by out-slugging countryman Fierro in that decision triumph in February. A native of Mexico City, Cruz shot up the rankings in 2020, announcing his presence with an electrifying first-round knockout over veteran Diego Magdaleno in October before adding dominant decisions over Francisco Vargas and Jose Matias Romero. This rise led to the 26-year-old challenging undefeated superstar Gervonta Davis in December 2021, a fight that saw Cruz lose by decision to become just the second fighter at the time to see the final bell against Davis. Trained by his father Isaac Cruz Sr., Cruz also owns stoppage wins over former champion Yuriorkis Gamboa and veteran contender Eduardo Ramirez, in addition to a 12-round decision over the then-unbeaten Giovanni Cabrera.

“I’m looking forward to fighting Angel Fierro again,"Sagde Cruz. “I know that I won the first fight, but I feel that I can do even better this time around. This is going to be more of the Mexican style boxing that fans want to see. I fight for the fans and I can’t wait to give them more action on July 19.”

Originally from Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, Fierro (22-3-2, 17 KOS) now fights out of San Diego and has made a name for himself with his aggressive style and power punching prowess. The 26-year-old has fought professionally since 2015 and was undefeated in his first 17 udflugter. He announced his presence as a world contender in 2021 with a career-best victory as he rose from the canvas to stop former world champion Alberto Machado in round six. Prior to the Cruz fight, Fierro had a three-fight winning streak snapped when he lost a June decision against Alfredo Santiago, with the only other loss of Fierro’s career coming via split-decision in January 2020 against Alex Martin. The February 1 fight against Cruz marked Fierro’s third career fight stateside, and his first since a majority draw against Juan Carlos Burgos in March 2022.

“It is an honor to be fighting at MGM Grand where my idol Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. had so many fights,” said Fierro. “I will honor him by again showing real Mexican style boxing for the world. I feel that I beat ‘Pitbull’ in the first fight and I’m gonna prove it the second time around. Jeg kommer til at vinde!"

**BRANDON FIGUEROA VS. JOET GONZALEZ**

One of the sport’s premier action fighters, former two-division championBrandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroawill return to action against top contenderJoet Gonzalez in a 10-round featherweight attraction that will see the winner vaulted back into the world title picture.

The 28-year-old Figueroa (25-2-1, 19 KOS) will look to bounce back after losing his 126-pound title by decision in his February rematch against Stephen Fulton Jr. Figueroa had been elevated to WBC Featherweight World Champion before the fight, after Rey Vargas was declared champion in recess. Figueroa won the Interim WBC Featherweight Title in a 2023 Fight of the Year contender that saw him score a unanimous decision over former champion Mark Magsayo. He returned last May to successfully defend his interim title with a ninth-round knockout of former champion Jessie Magdaleno, increasing his winning streak at the time to three straight. A native of Weslaco, Texas, Figueroa’s relentless pressure and youthful enthusiasm helped him become the first person to defeat former two-division champion Luis Nery in their May 2021 championship clash, as he stopped Nery with a body shot in round seven. Figueroa added to his family’s legacy by capturing the WBC 122-pound world title against Nery, joining his brother Omar Figueroa Jr., who previously held the WBC Lightweight World Championship.

“I’m training in L.A. now with Manny Robles and everything has been going great,” said Figueroa. “I expect a great fight and that I won’t have to look for him to make an exciting fight for the fans. So expect an all-action throwdown. I feel like I owe it to my fans after my last performance. I just want to be more active this year and give the fans more of ‘The Heartbreaker’.”

Kæmper ud af Los Angeles, Gonzalez (27-4, 15 KOS) returns to the ring after earning a crucial victory over fellow contender Arnold Khegai in March. The 31-year-old turned pro in 2012 med 23 lige sejre, earning a world title shot against Shakur Stevenson in 2019 that he would ultimately drop by decision. Gonzalez would go on to challenge for featherweight world titles two more times, losing decisions to Emanuel Navarrete in October 2021 and Luis Alberto Lopez in September 2023. Gonzalez was a sensational and accomplished amateur fighter, with his resume including two victories over Gervonta Davis.

“This is a new opportunity for me and I plan to put on a great fight against a very tough opponent in Brandon Figueroa,"Sagde Gonzalez. “I’m training very hard like I always do and the fans are going to get an exciting fight and a memorable show. We’re both warriors showing up to win that night, so expect fireworks.”

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YORDENIS UGAS DEFEATS MANNY PACQUIAO BY UNANIMOUS DECISION TO RETAIN WORLD WELTERWEIGHT TITLE IN FOX SPORTS PBC PAY-PER-VIEW MAIN EVENT FROM T-MOBILE ARENA IN LAS VEGAS

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YORDENIS UGAS STUNS MANNY PACQUIAO, WINS UNANIMOUS DECISION TO RETAIN WORLD WELTERWEIGHT TITLE IN FOX SPORTS PBC PAY-PER-VIEW MAIN EVENT SATURDAY NIGHT FROM T-MOBILE ARENA IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA

Robert Guerrero, Mark Will & Carlos Castro Victorious In Pay-Per-View Undercard Action
& Frank Martin, Steven Torres & Jose Valenzuela Score Impressive Wins in PBC Action Live on FOX

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LAS VEGAS (August 22, 2021) – In a career-defining fight, Yordenis Ugás shone bright on the biggest of stages.

A boisterous crowd of 17,438 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas watched the underdog Ugas outbox and out-fight the great Manny Pacquiao to win a 12-round unanimous decision and retain his WBA Welterweight World title in the main event of FOX Sports PBC pay-per-view.

“I’m very excited but, most of all, I want to thank Manny Pacquiao for giving me this moment in the ring today,” Ugas said afterward. “I told you, I am the champion of the WBA and I showed it tonight.”

“I’m very emotional. A lot of people say Cubans can’t win the big fight. Så, I’m very proud that I got this win for Cuba and showed what we are all about.”

Pacquiao, som altid, was gracious in defeat.

“Congratulations to Ugas and his team,”Sagde Pacquiao. “Thank you to all of you. I want to thank all my fans and the media. For many decades, the press, media and boxing fans were always behind us, supporting us. That’s why we’re here, why we became popular and why we accomplished our dreams as a fighter.

“I am a fighter outside and inside the ring. I look forward to returning to the Philippines and helping them during this pandemic.”

Ugas used his size, strength and length to keep Pacquiao guessing, slowly wearing down boxing’s only eight-division champ to win in decisive fashion.

Pacquiao, 42 (67-8-2, 39 KOS), promised a fast start and lived up to his word in the first, darting in and out with combinations. Unfazed, the 35-year-old Ugas (27-4, 12 KOS) maintained a tight guard. I det andet, he unveiled his long left jab, alternating it up and downstairs as Pacquiao struggled to get inside.

Pacquiao began the third with a short left but Ugas silenced the crowd with power shots of his own. The Cuban began landing a looping right in the fourth, a punch Pacquiao struggled with the entire night.

Following a close fifth, Ugas regained the upper hand in the sixth, working the jab and delivering well-placed punches to the body. Two-way action brought the crowd to their feet in the seventh as they shouted “Manny! Manny! Manny!” Ugas remained poised, pushing the Philippine Senator back with more rights.

“My trainer, Ismael Salas, and I had a plan,sagde Ugas. “We were going to move him around; we were going to use the jab and keep him off balance. That was the whole game plan.”

Ugas controlled the eighth, and the raucous audience responded to more punishing rights by Ugas. Sensing the fight slipping away, Pacquiao picked up the pace in the ninth. Stadig, the harder shots came from Ugas.

Early in the 10th, a Pacquiao left forced Ugas to clinch. The momentum was short-lived. Ugas had now found a home for his right and was throwing it with regularity. Den 12th was particularly one-sided. Ugas repeatedly landed the right, hurting Pacquiao on several occasions and opening a cut near his left eye.

“The right hand was a shot I had planned to use on Manny,sagde Ugas. “It kept working so I kept using it.”

The triumphant Ugas raised in his arms in victory as the bell sounded. Øjeblikke senere, three judges scored the bout in his favor, one turning in a 115-113 card while the other two had it 116-112.

“In the future, you may not see Manny Pacquiao in the ring,” Pacquiao said. “I don’t know. Let me rest first, relax and make a decision if I’ll continue to fight or not.”

“He’s a legend, one of the greatest fighters that ever lived,” Ugas said of his opponent. “I’ll always respect him not only as a great fighter but outside the ring. I also admire that he fights for his country, as I do. I want to free Cuba.”

I co-main event, Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero (37-6-1, 20 KOS) battled his way to a 10-round unanimous decision over “Vicious” Victor Ortiz (32-7-3, 25 KOS).

Alle tre dommere scorede kampen 96-94.

“It felt good to be back in the ring with fans and I definitely fed off of their energy," sagde Guerrero. “I knew this was going to be an all-out war. Victor Ortiz brought the best out of me tonight. It was back and forth action the entire fight and I came out on top as I predicted.”

Much of the action was fought on the inside where Guerrero landed the cleaner shots. After a feel-out opener, Guerrero came alive in the second, stunning Ortiz with a series of power shots.

Round after round, the two former world champions unloaded short shots in close quarters with each refusing to take a backward step. Guerrero capped off his performance with a strong 10th frame, which proved to be the difference on the cards.

“Jeg troede, jeg vandt. Det er hvad det er,” said Ortiz. “It was a close fight. He didn’t hurt me. A couple times I got caught off balance but that was it. I should have boxed a little better, but hey, he did what he had to do.”

“Now I’m ready to step up and fight anyone they put in front of me," sagde Guerrero. “I have a lot left in me and I’m in this sport to win another world title. I dedicate this fight to my family and I give all the glory to my lord and savior Jesus Christ.”

In a star-making performance, Mark "Magnifico" vil tage væk (23-0, 16 KOS) of the Philippines scored a spectacular knockout of Juli Ceja (32-5-1, 28 KOS), putting the former world champion away in the 10th round of their WBC Featherweight Title Eliminator.

“I just worked a lot on the straight punches,” said Magsayo. “I kept working it round after round and when I saw he was hurt, I followed up.

“I’m so glad for the outcome. I expected his style to make it happen and I expected a knockout tonight.”

It looked like it might be an early night when a counter left hook from Magsayo floored Ceja in the first. Mexico’s Ceja gamely rose and worked his way back into the fight, slowing Magsayo down with combinations to the ribs.

Ceja’s work paid off late in the fifth when a left uppercut introduced Magsayo to the canvas. The 26-year-old slugger made it to his feet. The bell sounded moments later.

Ceja attacked the body with abandon in the sixth and seventh but it was Magsayo who found his second wind late. His fast hands and feet allowed him to dictate the action in the eighth. He enjoyed an even better ninth, flashing his left in the forms of jabs and hooks.

With the fight seemingly hanging in the balance, Magsayo let it all hang out in the tenth. As Ceja sought refuge along the ropes, Magsayo uncorked a picture-perfect one-two flush on the Mexican’s jaw. Ceja sagged to the mat, helped along the way by another right. No count was needed. Referee Kenny Bayless ended the bout at 0:50 af 10th omgang.

“I got knocked down and was surprised, but I focused my mind on what I wanted, a world championship shot,” said Magsayo. “It’s my dream today and now it’s coming true. Hopefully my next fight is a world title shot.”

In the pay-per-view opener, Carlos Castro (27-0, 11 KOS) turned in the finest performance of his career, stopping former world title challenger Óscar Escandón (26-6, 18 KOS) i 10th round of their back-and-forth featherweight encounter.

“Escandón has been in there with the best. He’s gone a lot of rounds with world champions,” said Castro. “But it was just a matter of time, picking our punches. I sat down a little more on my shots. I’ve been with Manny Robles for only four months. With a little more time, I think we’ll be able to dominate the division.”

Castro used his height and reach to keep Escandón at bay early on. Escandón was game throughout. Late in the first, he pinned Castro against the ropes and buckled him with a hard left hook.

“I knew it was going to be a slow start,” Castro said. “Manny Robles taught me a lot, but a year and a half out of the ring, a new coach—it’s always different. Sparring and training is always different from fights, so I feel great and happy for the opportunity. I have to keep progressing.”

By the start of the second, Castro was back to using his jab and timely footwork. His punch output increased with each passing round.


Escandón began to show signs of wear in the fifth. Castro was now landing to head and body with regularity. Early in the seventh, Escandón was badly wobbled by a right hand. Castro pounced, unloading a series of power shots. Escandón countered with a wild left hook that missed. The force of the blow drove Escandón to the canvas. Referee Celestino Ruiz improperly ruled it a knockdown, which was later overturned and ruled a slip.

Castro sought to close the show but Escandón showed incredible heart, fighting him off until Castro was forced to retreat. The crowd roared their approval at round’s end.

Castro continued to dominate in the ninth. He closed the show in the tenth, landing another big right followed by a volley that floored Castro. Ruiz mercifully waved it off at 1:08 af 10th omgang.

“I fought my heart out and gave my best effort, but it just wasn’t my night tonight,” said Castro. “I had him hurt in the first round, but I didn’t have enough time to finish him off. I give Castro a lot of respect, he’s a great fighter and showed great sportsmanship. I’m not done and I will be back.”

“What’s next is up to my promoters,” Castro said. “I’m going to take some time off to spend time with my family, thank my coaches and enjoy the victory.”

Forud for pay-per-view, rising lightweight sensation Frank “The Ghost” Martin (14-0, 10 KOS) impressed again, pitching a 10-round shutout over Ryan Kielczweski (30-6, 11 KOS) in the main event on PBC action live on FOX and FOX Deportes.

Alle tre dommere scorede kampen 100-90.

The 26-year-old Martin dictated the pace from the opening bell, working behind a southpaw jab and stepping in with combinations. Kielczewski was game but had no answer for Martin’s speed, power and athleticism.

I co-main event på FOX, sværvægter udsigt Steven Torres (5-0, 5 KOS) lavet hurtig arbejde Justin Rolfe (6-3-1, 4 KOS), pounding Rolfe until referee Robert Hoyle stepped in at 2:33 of the first round of their scheduled four-round bout.

In the FOX televised opener, touted lightweight Jose Valenzuela forbedret til 9-0 (6 KOS) with a fourth-round stoppage over Donte Strayhorn (12-4, 4 KOS).

The 22-year-old Valenzuela scored a knockdown early in the first when an overhand left sent Strayhorn staggering back. Referee Raul Caiz Jr. ruled that the ropes held Strayhorn up and administered a standing eight count.

I det andet, Valenzuela showed poise as he pressed the attack behind his lefty stance. Strayhorn had his moments in the third round. Men, the heavier blows came from Valenzuela, who poured it on until the bout’s end at 1:29 of the fourth round.
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ROBERT GUERRERO TRAINING CAMP QUOTES & FOTOS

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“Victor Ortiz and I are both exciting fighters…everyone knows this is going to be a fan-friendly dog fight," – Warrior

Former World Champions Robert Guerrero & Victor Ortiz Meet In Clash of All-Action Welterweights Saturday, August 21 on FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Undercard from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas

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LAS VEGAS (August 13, 2021) – Former multiple-division world champion Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero previewed his upcoming showdown against fellow all-action brawler “Vicious” Victor Ortiz before they square off on the Manny Pacquiao vs. Yordenis Ugas FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View undercard Saturday, August 21 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

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The two former world champions are known for their aggressive styles and have been in numerous Fight of the Year candidates throughout their storied careers. På August 21 they meet looking to score a victory that will put them back in position to vie for a world title once again.

Here is what Guerrero had to say about the matchup, training camp and more:

On his upcoming matchup with Victor Ortiz:

“This fight has been a long-time coming, as I remember it was mentioned years ago, but never happened. I am excited for this bout since we both need a win, and the fans are very familiar with both of our styles. Victor Ortiz and I are both exciting fighters, and everyone knows this is going to be a fan friendly dog fight. Fighting Victor is the type of bout that got me excited to have a full professional training camp. I’m grateful to be fighting on this huge FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View card, and I’m going to give it my all.”

On his recent training camp with coach and father Ruben Guerrero:

“I have been working very hard for this camp, faktisk, my father Ruben and I took camp to Las Vegas and brought along some young fighters to keep me motivated. I’ve been getting good sparring with DJ Zamora III, who is very fast. I’m feeding off all the young fighters that are training with me, and that is what keeps me fresh. You need to be around hungry fighters who are motivated to stay at this level, because it is easy to lose focus if it’s just you in the gym.”

On returning to the ring after a long layoff:

"På dette tidspunkt i min karriere, it is about getting the best fights. I got the rust off and now it’s about getting fights that get me and the fans excited. Everyone knows that when I fight, I bring it, and Victor Ortiz is an exciting fighter as well. I am at a point where I have done a lot in the sport, so I am not going to be fighting every other month like when I was a prospect. When you know how to fight, a layoff isn’t always a bad thing.”

På hvad en sejr vil gøre for hans karriere:

“A win here puts me in a position to get in contention for a world title, and that should be the goal of everyone who is fighting, to win a world title. If you’re not fighting to win a world title, you shouldn’t be in the sport. I want to win at least one more world title before it’s all said and done. It’s a lofty goal, but I believe in myself.”




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Om Pacquiao vs.. UGÁS
Pacquiao vs. Ugás will see eight-division world champion and Philippine Senator Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao taking on WBA Welterweight World Champion Yordenis Ugás in the FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View main event Saturday, August 21 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Pay-per-view begynder kl 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and will see former world champions and all-action brawlers Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero og “Vicious” Víctor Ortiz meet in a 10-round welterweight duel, unbeaten featherweight contender Mark Will battle former world champion Juli Ceja in a WBC Featherweight Title Eliminator, plus undefeated contender Carlos Castro will take on former title challenger Óscar Escandón in a 10-round featherweight attraction that kicks off the pay-per-view.

How to Watch the Saturday, August 21, FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Fight
Manny Pacquiao vs. Yordenis Ugás
Hovedkortet: 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT

Fjernsyn: Available on all major U.S. & Canadian PPV providers, Herunder
Xfinity, Spectrum, Contour, Fios, and Optimum, bl.a. (OS.);
samt Rogers, Bell, Shaw, SaskTel and TELUS (Canada)

Streaming: FOX Sports App and FOXSports.com

Suggested retail price: $74.99 (US. & Canada)

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MANNY PACQUIAO VS. YORDENIS UGÁS VIRTUAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES

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“Ugás is a champion because they gave him my belt. Nu, we have to settle it inside of the ring,” – Pacquiao

“I’m fighting for my legacy, and for my country. This is the most important fight of my life," – Ugás

Eight-Division Champion Manny Pacquiao Takes on WBA Welterweight World Champion Yordenis Ugás Headlining FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Saturday, August 21 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas

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LAS VEGAS (August 11, 2021) – Eight-division world champion and Philippine Senator Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao and WBA Welterweight World Champion Yordenis Ugás previewed their championship showdown during a virtual press conference on Wednesday before they meet in the FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View main event Saturday, August 21 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Ugás steps up to replace Errol Spence Jr. i main event, as Spence recovers from an eye injury. Ugás had been preparing to make his first title defense in the co-main event and will now face the boxing legend Pacquiao in a career-defining fight, defending the same title that Pacquiao won when he defeated Keith Thurman in his last fight July 2019.

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Her er hvad de krigere havde at sige onsdag:

MANNY PACQUIAO

“I want to say that I’m praying for Errol to make a fast recovery from his injury. Health is always the priority and the most important thing. I did my best in training and in preparation for this fight, so I wanted to make sure my hard work was not wasted.

“Ugás was ready to fight and challenge me on August 21. So it’s a great thing that I can show off my hard work in the gym when we face each other on fight night.

“I’m not disappointed at all in what happened because my hard work will not be wasted. Ugás stepped up and is bringing his WBA championship into the fight, which I’m excited to fight for.

“I always consider myself a bipartisan boxer. I am happy to fight either right-handed or southpaw fighters. It’s no problem for me at all to switch the styles that I’m going to face.

“What I can say to the fans is that this is definitely not an easy fight. Ugás is a champion because they gave him my belt. Nu, we have to settle it inside of the ring. I cannot take him lightly, because he’s the kind of fighter who will take advantage of that.

“I have a lot of people around me that motivate me to win this fight, especially for my family. I’m also very motivated to give the fans a great fight that they’re going to enjoy in the arena or watching on pay-per-view.

“In the end, I want to win the belts. I’m so excited for this championship fight and I don’t care if I’m the challenger or champion coming into it. We’ll see who is the champion after August 21.

“I know that Ugás is also very prepared for his fight because he was going to be on the undercard. If there was no Ugás on the undercard, it’s possible we would have cancelled the fight. It’s a good thing we had another welterweight champion on the card for this scenario that happened.

“The only danger for this fight is the change in stance. Both Spence and Ugás are aggressive fighters, som jeg kan lide. We can create a lot of great action in the ring that the fans will love.

“I would tell the fans not to miss this fight. This is going to be a really good one. I’m sure that me and Ugás are going to give a fight full of action. I’m excited to see everyone in Las Vegas on August 21.”

YORDENIS UGÁS

“I’m feeling great and super excited to fight on this big stage. I’m ready to go get in the ring on August 21. I couldn’t be more excited for this fight.

“When I got the call that I was going to face one of the best fighters in history, it just pushed my excitement to new highs. I can’t wait to show everyone what I’m capable of.

“I also want to wish Errol Spence Jr. a safe and fast recovery. I hope he gets healthy soon and we see him back in the ring.

“I’m used to taking fights at the last minute. It’s really nothing new to me. Once I knew I was fighting Pacquiao, I got right back to work, because I’m always ready to fight anyone they put in front of me.

“I got elevated to being the WBA champion in January, but now we can say that whoever wins on August 21 is the true WBA Welterweight World Champion.

“It’s all about making adjustments at this point. I’ve had a lot of experience doing this before fights. It’s happened multiple times, so I’m truly prepared at all times to adjust to whatever comes my way.

“Fighting Manny Pacquiao is very significant to me. It means the world to me. I’m not fighting for the money, I’m fighting for my legacy, and for my country. This is the most important fight of my life.

“I’m well-aware that Pacquiao is the favorite. But at the same time, I’m a champion. Since I came back five years ago, I’ve overcome so much. I’ve faced so many strong opponents in order to get to where I am today. I have full confidence in myself and my ability to get a victory.

“When I went away from boxing, I was focused on family and spending time with my son. At that time, I never thought I would be defending a title against Manny Pacquiao. But for the past five years I’ve been one of the most active and successful boxers out there and I’m ready to prove myself once again.

“I’m a fighter not only inside of the ring, but outside of the ring I fight for the freedom of my people. That’s the most important thing to me. I hope everyone fighting for freedom in Cuba is safe and knows that I’ll be fighting for them on Saturday, August 21.

“Underestimating Manny Pacquiao is out of the question. He’s going to be ready. I have prepared to face the best so that I can become the best.

“This is going to be a great fight for all the fans. I’m planning on leaving everything in the ring. I can guarantee an amazing fight. We’re going to give a big gift to the fans on August 21. I’m leaving my heart out there for all my fans.”

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MANNY PACQUIAO MEDIA WORKOUT QUOTES & FOTOS – Eight-Division World Champion Manny Pacquiao Takes on Unified Welterweight World Champion Errol Spence Jr. Headlining FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Saturday, August 21 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas

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LOS ANGELES (August 4, 2021) – Eight-division world champion and Philippine Senator Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao held a media workout that streamed live on the Premier Boxing Champions YouTube channel Wednesday, as he prepares to take on unified WBC and IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol “The Truth” Spence Jr. headlining a FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Saturday, August 21 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

The replay of the live streaming workout can be watched in its entirety HER. Already a legend in the sport, Pacquiao seeks one more monumental win on August 21 to add to his first ballot Hall of Fame resume.

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Here is what Pacquiao, Freddie Roach and Buboy Fernandez had to say Wednesday:

MANNY PACQUIAO

“I’m expecting a good fight. Spence is an aggressive fighter and I know that we can create a lot of action in the ring for all of the fans watching. I have lots of advantages in this fight. My speed and power, along with my strategy and experience, are all advantages for me.

“I never imagined being at this point now, when I started my career. Especially to be here now and still fighting the best. It’s truly a gift that I’ve received.

“It’s been two years since I’ve been in the ring and it was good for me to have that rest. It helped my body and my mind a lot. Denne gang, I’m as excited as ever and feeling like I’m young again.

“I could have fought several easy opponents. I picked the best opponent because I want to add more to my legacy and accomplishments. I have to prove that I’m not done yet.

“We have a strategy that we know how to use against a southpaw. He wants to fight toe-to-toe and that’s going to be to my advantage. We’re prepared for anything. If he wants to use his reach advantage instead, we are ready.

“My family is so supportive of me, because they know that I want to fight and bring honor to my country. Samtidig, I’m also here to show for myself that I can still do it at 42-years-old.

“This could be my last fight, or there could be more. Like I’ve always said, it’s one at a time. Efter kampen, I’ll talk about the plan and see if there’s another fight coming.

“I’m happy to have been doing this for so long with the same coaching staff. I know that they’re happy with my preparations for this fight. The fire in training is still there. It’s the same as it’s been these last 15 år.

“I know my career will not last forever, that’s why I’m starting to help the young fighters in this sport who want to follow in my footsteps. It’s very important to me at this point in my career.”

FREDDIE ROACH

“We took this fight because we think that Errol Spence Jr. is one of the best fighters out there. I’ve talked with Manny throughout the years and he’s always said that he wants to be the best at what he does. There’s no sense in getting in there with some popular fighter who’s no good. We want to fight the best. I congratulated Many when he chose to fight Errol.

“Being out of the ring for a little while can go either way with someone like Manny. The thing is, he’s working out all the time. He shows me everything that he’s up to when he’s in the Philippines and I just give him little adjustments. When he shows up here, he’s ready to go.

“He had probably his best sparring yesterday, we went ten rounds and he got two knockdowns. It was the old Manny Pacquiao from 10 år siden. He’s not as big of a puncher usually at welterweight, but those knockdowns yesterday were a great boost for him.

“Spence is a good boxer, but he’s a very good puncher. We know that when we get inside, we have to be smart getting back outside. It has to be quick combinations and then out right away.

“I told Manny that knocking down Keith Thurman early gave him a lot of momentum in that fight and I’d like to see that again in this fight. He knows that he has to use his speed to do that. He understands completely what I want.

“Manny Pacquiao has always loved to fight southpaws. He understands how they work and what they want to do. That’s really one of the big reasons we took this fight.

“I think Manny is going to out box Spence. His footspeed is unbelievable and much better than his opponent’s. Spence follows you around and is heavy on his feet. He seems very set to the ground. Manny’s speed will overwhelm him. I’m really happy with the game plan so far.”

BUBOY FERNANDEZ

“I was very excited when I heard about this fight because Errol Spence Jr. er en stor fighter. I was only surprised because Manny hasn’t fought in two years. But I knew right away that this is going to be an exciting fight.

“Obviously there is a different Manny because of his age, but his mind is always on the sport. Before we arrived in the United States, we had already been sparring and training in the Philippines.

“The team has been very happy with Manny’s performance in camp. The conditioning is going perfectly and we just need to continue. This is going to be 100% Manny Pacquiao on August 21.

“I can’t decide if this is going to be Manny’s last fight. Only he can decide if he wants to continue his legacy or not. If it were up to me, I’d want him to fight one more time in the Philippines for his people. It’s all up to Manny though.

“I have respect for Errol Spence Jr. He’s a good fighter and a world champion. We know we can’t underestimate him. He’s an intelligent fighter, so we know Manny has to be 100%. I think this is going to end up being a great toe-to-toe fight.”

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Om Pacquiao vs.. SPENCE JR.
Pacquiao vs. Spence will see eight-division world champion and Philippine Senator Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao face unified WBC and IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol “The Truth” Spence Jr. in the blockbuster FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View main event on Saturday, August 21 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Pay-per-view begynder kl 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT and features WBA Welterweight World Champion Yordenis Ugás squaring off against Argentina’s Fabián “TNT” Maidana i co-main event, while former world champions and all-action brawlers Robert “The Ghost” Guerrero og “Vicious” Víctor Ortiz will meet in a 10-round welterweight duel. Kicking off the pay-per-view at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT, unbeaten featherweight contender Mark Will battles former world champion Juli Ceja in a 10-round attraction.

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MANNY PACQUIAO & ERROL Spence JR. SQUARE OFF IN BATTLE FOR WELTERWEIGHT SUPREMACY TOPPING PAY-PER-VIEW EVENT ON SATURDAY, AUGUST 21

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MANNY PACQUIAO VS. ERROL Spence JR. LOS ANGELES PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES & FOTOS

Unified WBC & IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol Spence Jr. Faces Eight-Division World Champion Manny Pacquiao in the
FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Main Event Saturday, August 21
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LOS ANGELES (Juli 12, 2021) – Eight-division world champion and Philippine Senator Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao went face to face with unified WBC and IBF Welterweight World Champion Errol “The Truth” Spence Jr. at press conference in Los Angeles Sunday as they previewed their blockbuster championship showdown that headlines a FOX Sports PBC Pay-Per-View Saturday, August 21 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

The pay-per-view will begin at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT as Spence will look to earn a legacy-defining victory, while Pacquiao seeks one more monumental win to add to his first ballot Hall of Fame resume.


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Here is what the press conference participants had to say Sunday:

MANNY PACQUIAO

“There were a lot of opportunities for me to pick an easier fight than this. But I picked Errol Spence Jr. because I want a real fight and a great fight for the fans. I’m a fighter and boxing is my passion.

“Errol Spence Jr. is aggressive, young and undefeated. He’s dedicated to his career. This is definitely not an easy opponent. This is the kind of opponent you can never underestimate.

“It’s been a long time since I fought a southpaw opponent. We had to change some of our strategy compared to previous fights and we’ll throw some different combinations.

“I don’t think Errol needs advice from Floyd Mayweather. I believe that Errol is a better fighter than Mayweather. Errol can teach Floyd how to fight toe-to-toe.

“I don’t want to be overconfident, because Errol is too good of an opponent. His determination and passion for the sport is always there. When I say I’m going to do something, it’s real and from the heart, it’s not to impress anybody.

“I had started training in the last week of May in the Philippines. So when I got here to Los Angeles, I was just continuing what I was doing. It’s good for me to have the rest that I’ve had the last two years. I’ve been boxing since I was 12 years old until now. When I went back to training, I was still hungry and dedicated.

“I won’t predict another first round knockdown like I had against Thurman. I’m focusing my mind, body and spirit on winning the fight. That’s the only goal.
“This is one of the biggest challenges in my career. I can’t say it’s the biggest, because I’ve been fighting the best fighters in the world for years. But he’s right up there with anyone I’ve faced.

“I’ve been boxing for more than 25 careers as a pro. I think that I’ve seen every kind of style that’s out there.

“This is a one of a kind and prodigious fight. There’s going to be a lot of action in the ring. I’m so thankful for everyone who supports me and I’m happy to be in this position again fighting one of the best fighters in the world.”

ERROL Spence JR.

“This is a great opportunity. Coming off of my accident I went right to fighting Danny Garcia and now Pacquiao. A lot of people were in the Pacquiao sweepstakes. When I got the call about this fight, I agreed right away and didn’t give it a second thought.

“There aren’t that many southpaws in boxing, so you don’t usually spar that many. We’ve got a lot of guys in camp now who can fight that left-handed style. Obviously I can’t find someone who fights exactly like Manny, but you can find guys who can mimic the tempo and pace. So that’s who we’ve been working with.

“You can see that Manny is still an explosive fighter with great speed. We’ve been putting together a game plan and we’ve been working on implementing it. Come August 21, you’ll see it in the ring.

“Manny can lull you to sleep giving you compliments. Men når klokken ringer, he’s going to jump all over you.

“My chin since the accident has been tested in sparring and in the Danny Garcia fight. I imagine Manny is going to try to come in and test it as well.

“Just because he’s 42-years-old I don’t think it’s going to hurt him in training. He’s not blowing up in weight between fights and he’s not distracted. That’s why he’s been the same Manny Pacquiao for decades. I’m looking forward to the same Pacquiao who fought Keith Thurman and before that.

“Manny has a lot of tendencies, of course you’re going to see some things over the span of his whole career. When it’s time to buckle down, you know he’s the guy who’s going to fight. It can be a pro or a con, but he’s going to make it a fan-friendly fight.

“I don’t see myself ever getting knocked out. I just don’t see it. We’re going to be mindful that he has power. He knocked down Thurman and hurt him with a body shot. We’ll keep that in mind. But I’m not thinking about if he can knock me out.

“I have the ability to finish Pacquiao. For mig selv, I’m focused on winning the fight. If you rush and go for the knockout, you either look sloppy or something goes wrong. I have to fight my fight and at my pace. Hvis knockout kommer, I’ll go for it.

“This is going to be a great fight. Pacquiao is going to bring it like he always does, but I’m definitely going to come through with the victory.”

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MANNY PACQUIAO EDGES KEITH THURMAN BY SPLIT DECISION TO CAPTURE WELTERWEIGHT WORLD TITLE IN PREMIER BOXING CHAMPIONS ON FOX SPORTS PAY-PER-VIEW MAIN EVENT SATURDAY NIGHT FROM THE MGM GRAND GARDEN ARENA IN LAS VEGAS

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Yordenis Ugas Tops Omar Figueroa by Unanimous Decision; Sergey Lipinets Stops Jayar Inson in Two Rounds & Luis Nery Knocks Out Juan Carlos Payano in Ninth Round in Pay-Per-View Undercard

CALEB PLANT RETAINS SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT TITLE WITH THIRD-ROUND KNOCKOUT OF MIKE LEE IN FOX PBC FIGHT NIGHT MAIN EVENT PRIOR TO PAY-PER-VIEW

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LAS VEGAS (Juli 21, 2019) – Boxing’s only eight-division world champion, Senator Manny “PacMan” Pacquiao droppet Keith “One Time” Thurman in round one and won a close split decision to earn a welterweight world title in the main event of a Premier Boxing Champions on FOX Sports Pay-Per-View event Saturday night from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

“It was fun,” said Pacquiao. “My opponent is a good fighter and boxer. Han var stærk. I’m not that kind of boxer who talks a lot; we were just promoting the fight. I think he did his best, and I did my best. I think we made the fans happy tonight because it was a good fight.”

The sell-out crowd of 14,356 got treated to great action from the start, as an exciting first round was capped off by Pacquiao dropping Thurman for the first time in his career with a straight right hand late in the round.

“I knew it was too close,” Said Thurman. “He got the knockdown so he had momentum in round one.”

Thurman made it into the second round but continued to have trouble with Pacquiao’s right hand, as the future Hall of Famer threw it successfully as a jab and a power punch throughout the fight. Thurman adjusted in the middle rounds and began to try to smother Pacquiao and walk him down, having success when he was able to get his combinations off before his opponent.

Despite blood pouring from his nose from round four on, Thurman was able to land powerful combinations on Pacquiao for much of the second half of the fight, but was never able to hurt Pacquiao or score a knockdown of his own.

“I wish I had a little bit more output to go toe to toe,” Said Thurman. “I felt like he was getting a little bit tired, but he did have experience in the ring. My conditioning and my output was just behind Manny Pacquiao’s. I would love the rematch.”

In round 10, Pacquiao’s landed a strong left hook to the body that clearly hurt Thurman and forced him to spend much of the remainder of the round backpedaling. The CompuBox scores were indicative of the close nature of the fight, with Thurman out landing Pacquiao 210 til 195, while Pacquiao was busier throwing 686 slag til 571 from Thurman.

“I really love the fans,” said Pacquiao. “Thank you so much for coming here and witnessing the fight. I’m sure they were happy tonight because they saw a good fight. Even though Thurman lost, he did his best. He’s not an easy opponent. He’s a good boxer and he’s strong. I was just blessed tonight.”


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Pacquiao had a large advantage in jabs landed, tilslutning på 82 to Thurman’s 18. Den 192 power punches landed by Thurman was the most in 43 Pacquiao fights that CompuBox has tracked. Round-by-round, the two fighters were only separated by more than five landed punches in rounds two, seven and nine.

Efter 12 runder, the judges reached a split decision, with one judge scoring the fight 114-113 for Thurman, overruled by two judges scoring it 115-112 for Pacquiao, who captured the WBA Welterweight World Championship at 40-years-old.

“You get blessings and lessons,” Said Thurman. “Tonight was a blessing and a lesson. Thank you everybody, and thank you Manny Pacquiao.”

“Jeg tror (I will fight) next year,” said Pacquiao. “I will go back to the Philippines and work and then make a decision. I do hope to be at the (Errol) Spence vs. (Shawn) Porter fight on September 28.”

The co-main event of the pay-per-view saw top contender Yordenis Ugás (24-4, 11 KOS) drop previously unbeaten Omar Figueroa (28-1-1, 19 KOS) on his way to a unanimous decision in their WBC welterweight title eliminator.

Ugas got off to a strong start, connecting on a straight right hand that sent Figueroa into the ropes, which he held onto so he didn’t hit the canvas, but enough that referee Russell Mora ruled it a knockdown.

“The fight played out how I thought it would,” said Ugas. “I came out strong and Figueroa was tough as well. This was similar to the fight everyone expected. I came out on top.”

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Figueroa recovered and was able to make it to round two, where he continued his strategy of coming forward to try to hurt Ugas on the inside. Ugas was able to control that action on the inside, landing numerous uppercuts to stun Figueroa. Men, the inside fighting led to Ugas being deducted a point by the referee in round five for holding.

“Ugas fought a smart fight,” Said Figueroa. “He was smothering me on the inside and holding. I thought the scores were too wide. I was following him and working the whole time. I felt like he only worked the last 30 seconds of the round, but I guess that was all it took.

“I didn’t have any problems with his size. I thought I was able to do my thing, but when he was holding me I couldn’t get my offense going.”

Despite that, and being warned later in the fight for delivering low blows, Ugas dominated the fight according to CompuBox, out landing Figueroa 229 til 131 and connecting with 28% of his punches, to Figueroa’s 22%.

“I knew Figueroa was a tough guy, so I didn’t want to waste my energy trying to take him out early,” said Ugas. “I was ready to go 12 rounds.”

Efter 12 runder, all three judges scored the fight the same, 119-107 in favor of Ugas, who became the mandatory for the winner of the Errol Spence Jr. vs. Shawn Porter welterweight title unification.

“I’m extremely happy to be in this position to fight for the WBC title again,” said Ugas. “I will be ready for the winner of Errol Spence Jr. vs. Shawn Porter.”

Additional action saw former world champion Sergey Lipinets (16-1, 12 KOS) score a highlight-reel knockout against Jayar Inson (18-3, 12 KOS) in the second round of their welterweight matchup.

Lipinets was originally scheduled to fight John Molina Jr., before Molina pulled out of the fight Friday morning due to a back injury. Inson, who was scheduled to fight on the non-televised undercard, stepped up to the challenge.

“When I first heard the news about Molina, I knew that I wanted to still fight on a show of this magnitude,” sagde Lipinets. “As far as fighting a southpaw, I’ve had so many amateur fights in my kickboxing career that I had no problem adjusting. Det var bare et spørgsmål om tid. I also have sparred with great southpaws like Victor Ortiz throughout my career, so I was comfortable with the change in fighter.”

In an exchange early in the second round, Lipinets landed a clean left hook to Inson’s head, which sent the Filipino-fighter to the canvas. Although Inson got to his feet, referee Jay Nady waved off the bout 57 sekunder inde i runde.

“I got hit and I slipped, that made it look worse,” said Inson. “When I stood up I thought I was fine and tried to raise my hands and show the referee.”

“Joe Goossen is an exceptional trainer and he just told me to work from a different direction facing a southpaw,” sagde Lipinets. “I just made sure to block his punches with my elbows. That was the only adjustment I had to make and it ended up working just fine.”

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The opening pay-per-view bout saw undefeated former champion Luis Nery (30-0, 24 KOS) deliver a ninth-round knockout of former bantamweight champion Juan Carlos Payano (21-3, 9 KOS).

“I wasn’t really paying attention to how long the fight was going, I was just getting into a rhythm as it went on,” said Nery. “I had to work hard to get to him because he’s a good boxer. The longer it went, the better I felt. I put my punches together well once I got going.”

In a fast-paced duel of former champions, Payano had success early boxing the aggressive Nery, moving back to avoid his attack and landing his own offense against the knockout artist. Payano out landed or was even in punches landed for each of the first six rounds of the bout.

“I’m a warrior and I wanted to keep going and fight back every time he came forward,” said Payano. “My coach wanted me to stay behind my jab a little more.”

As the fight grew into the middle rounds, Nery began to increase the offense and was able to land power shots that slowed Payano’s ability to box from the outside. Nery hurt Payano early in round seven, eventually dominating the round, out landing his opponent 22 til 7.

“He was a very complicated fighter at the beginning, he’s a veteran, so I had to try to adapt to his style to see how I could get in,” said Nery. “In the fifth or sixth round I started gaining control of the fight and then that left hook came to the body which was devastating.”

“During the exchanges it was Nery’s second shot that was getting in,” said Payano. “We corrected the issue but then that body shot came in from nowhere and hit me in a rib that I had broken years ago against Raushee Warren.”

Round eight saw Nery continue to break Payano down, most notably landing a big left hand midway through the round that caused blood to pour from Payano’s nose. During an exchange in the ninth-round, Payano landed a devastating left hook to the ribs that put Payano down. He was unable to recover and referee Vic Drakulich halted the bout 1:43 i den runde.

“I wanted to get him out early,” said Nery. “But this showed that I do have the experience to go into the later rounds and still take out my opponent. I showed that I have good defense and can make adjustments.”

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The FOX PBC Fight Night main event on FOX and FOX Deportes saw IBF Super Middleweight World Champion Caleb “Sweethands” Plant (19-0, 11 KOS) retain his title with a dominant third-round knockout over previously unbeaten Mike Lee (21-1, 11 KOS).

“It went exactly how I planned it would go,” nævnte plante. “Absolut. I’ve been telling you all week it wasn’t going to go 12 rounds and I stuck to my word and I tried to do that. I hope you guys had a good time.”

Plant got off to a fast-start, dropping Lee with a left hook late in the first round. The unbeaten challenger was able to recover and survive the round, but was hard-pressed to make up for the hand speed advantage of Plant.

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“I think I have a high boxing IQ and I do this at a really high level,” nævnte plante. “So it was just about making adjustments. Han er en stor, strong guy and he just came in here to give it his all.”

Lee looked to charge in hard against Plant and use his size and power to land a big shot and change the momentum of the fight. Plant was sharp and avoided the looping right hands that Lee was attacking with.

“The speed was the difference, he’s fast and very accurate,” Said Lee. “I had some success with my right hands but wasn’t able to be consistent with it.”

I runde tre, Plant landed a vicious right hook early in the round that put Lee down for the second time. After a left hook appeared to connect and send Lee down a second time, referee Robert Byrd ruled it had come from a push and continued the fight once Lee got to his feet.

Plant had his opponent hurt and continued to press forward, eventually landing another left hook that put Lee down, this time forcing the referee to wave off the bout 1:29 i den runde.

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“I had no issue with the stoppage, that’s the referee’s job and I respect it,” Said Lee.

Efter kampen, Benavidez was asked about a possible unification fight against the winner of the just announced Anthony Dirrell vs. David Benavidez WBC Super Middleweight Championship fight.

“Oh yeah, we can definitely unify,” nævnte plante. “I ain’t hard to get a hold of. I ain’t hard to make a fight with. Come see me. You know my advisor.”

The opening bout on FOX and FOX Deportes saw Efe Ajagba (11-0, 9 KOS) score a unanimous decision over Ali Eren Demirezen (11-1, 10 KOS) in a 10-round battle of undefeated heavyweights. It was the first time that two unbeaten fighters from the 2016 Olympics faced off as pros.

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Ajagba used his jab and height effectively throughout the fight, landing 10 af 45 jabs per round, doubling the heavyweight average. Men, an elbow injury and the accurate punching of Demirezen forced Ajagba to go the distance for the first time as a pro.

“This was the first fighter to take me the distance,” said Ajagba. “He was strong and could take my punches. My trainer just told me to keep using my jab and stay in the middle of the ring.

“I hurt my elbow early on, so I couldn’t shoot my right hand like I wanted. But I won’t use that as an excuse. As a tall man I had to use the jab and if it went the distance, that was my best way to win.”

Demirezen thought the scorecards should have been closer and believed that his performance should have garnered him more than the decision loss. Demirezen was actually the more accurate puncher, landing 26% of his punches to 22% from Ajagba.

“I don’t agree with the scores, especially 99-91” said Demirezen. “It was much closer. I feel that at minimum, it was a draw. I knew I had to knock him out and that a knockout might be easier than winning by points. I thought it was a good performance but I can do better. I’d like to fight in the U.S. igen.”

Ajagba’s activity from start to finish was impressive, as he threw 877 samlede slag, landing 191. While Demirezen was not far behind with 149 punches landed, he only out landed Ajagba in three rounds.

Efter 10 rounds of action all three judges scored the fight in favor of Ajagba, af snesevis af 99-91 to gange og 97-93.