Manny Pacquiao's trainer Freddie Roach thinks his man will destroy Conor McGregor inside TWO ROUNDS
4 years, 5 months ago

Manny Pacquiao's trainer Freddie Roach thinks his man will destroy Conor McGregor inside TWO ROUNDS

Daily Mail  

Freddie Roach predicts Manny Pacquiao will need just two rounds at most to beat Conor McGregor in their planned high-profile fight next year. Manny Pacquiao is set to take on Conor McGregor in a boxing bout next year Boxing coach Freddie Roach believes Pacquiao will knock out McGregor easily Roach tweeted: 'If this is true, @MannyPacquiao will have an easier time with you @TheNotoriousMMA than when he fought @HitmanHatton' Pacquiao, who is now a Senator in the Philippines, confirmed he will donate his earnings to victims of the coronavirus pandemic. A statement from Pacquiao's office read: 'For the sake of all the Filipino Covid-19 victims, Senator Manny Pacquiao will be fighting UFC superstar Conor McGregor next year.' Roach thinks Pacquiao will have an easier time than when he faced Ricky Hatton in 2009 Pacquiao took just two rounds to knock out Hatton in the boxing clash 11 years ago McGregor, meanwhile, released a series of explosive tweets on Friday night detailing the reason behind his decision to walk away from the sport earlier this summer, and even showed private Instagram messages between him and Dana White.

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Here's what made Manny Pacquiao was a one-of-a-kind boxing champion
3 months ago

Here's what made Manny Pacquiao was a one-of-a-kind boxing champion

LA Times  

Manny Pacquiao has been elected to boxing’s Hall of Fame. Manny Pacquiao, right, throws a punch at Keith Thurman during their welterweight fight in Las Vegas in July 2019. The Thurman fight was under the bright lights of the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, where Pacquiao had made his boxing home. Sports Manny Pacquiao’s five favorite fights Manny …

Manny Pacquiao, winner of titles in a record 8 weight classes, elected to Boxing Hall of Fame
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Manny Pacquiao, winner of titles in a record 8 weight classes, elected to Boxing Hall of Fame

Associated Press  

Manny Pacquiao, who won titles in a record eight weight classes from flyweight to super welterweight while becoming one of boxing’s biggest draws, was elected Thursday to the International Boxing Hall of Fame. “Today, I am humbled knowing that in June, I will receive boxing’s highest honor, joining our national hero, Flash Elorde, as well as my trainer and friend …

Conor McGregor reveals he wants TEN fights in 2025 after returning to sparring and recovering from lengthy injury lay-off - but December comeback is ruled out
6 months, 1 week ago

Conor McGregor reveals he wants TEN fights in 2025 after returning to sparring and recovering from lengthy injury lay-off - but December comeback is ruled out

Daily Mail  

Conor McGregor has revealed he wants 10 fights next year as he looks to make up for lost time after battling back to fitness and returning to sparring. McGregor, 36, originally targeted a date in December for his first showdown back but UFC CEO Dana White has revealed the Irishman will not fight until early 2025. Conor McGregor has revealed …

Pacquiao looks for comeback title fight against Mario Barrios
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Pacquiao looks for comeback title fight against Mario Barrios

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Manny Pacquiao said Monday that a title fight against Mario Barrios is in the works, with details still being negotiated. Pacquiao, a former world champion who retired in 2021, spoke in Japan on Monday to promote a three-round boxing exhibition on July 28 against Japanese MMA fighter Chihiro Suzuki. “We’re still in under negotiation,” the 45-year-old Pacquiao said …

Conor Benn provides Manny Pacquiao fight update after face-off in Saudi Arabia
1 year ago

Conor Benn provides Manny Pacquiao fight update after face-off in Saudi Arabia

The Independent  

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Floyd Mayweather coy on rumoured rematch with Manny Pacquiao
1 year, 1 month ago

Floyd Mayweather coy on rumoured rematch with Manny Pacquiao

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Major UFC announcement hints at Conor McGregor return date
1 year, 6 months ago

Major UFC announcement hints at Conor McGregor return date

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Watch: Floyd Mayweather knocks out Mikuru Asakura in front of watching Manny Pacquiao
2 years, 6 months ago

Watch: Floyd Mayweather knocks out Mikuru Asakura in front of watching Manny Pacquiao

Firstpost  

Floyd Mayweather floored his opponent Mikuru Asakura with a right hand as his former welterweight foe Manny Pacquiao watched ringside in Saitama. Floyd Mayweather knocked out mixed martial arts fighter Mikuru Asakura in the second round on Sunday in Japan in the latest of the boxing great’s post-retirement exhibitions. The 45-year-old Mayweather floored his opponent with a right hand as …

Conor McGregor reacts to Floyd Mayweather fight claim
2 years, 6 months ago

Conor McGregor reacts to Floyd Mayweather fight claim

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Conor McGregor 'in talks with Floyd Mayweather over boxing rematch'
2 years, 9 months ago

Conor McGregor 'in talks with Floyd Mayweather over boxing rematch'

Daily Mail  

Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather are reportedly in talks over a stunning boxing rematch. Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather are in talks over a rematch to their 2017 bout McGregor, who has not fought in almost a year since suffering a horrific broken leg in his defeat to Dustin Poirier, shared a picture of his clash with Mayweather on Instagram …

Manny Pacquiao 'WANTS a rematch' with long-time rival Floyd Mayweather
2 years, 9 months ago

Manny Pacquiao 'WANTS a rematch' with long-time rival Floyd Mayweather

Daily Mail  

Manny Pacquiao 'would love' a rematch with Floyd Mayweather this year, the Filipino's manager Sean Gibbons has revealed. Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao fought once before in Las Vegas in 2015 That could now change with the Filipino keen to get back in the ring with Mayweather - provided any contest is held with exhibition fight rules. Mayweather retired with …

Manny Pacquiao Concedes Defeat in Philippine Presidential Election
2 years, 10 months ago

Manny Pacquiao Concedes Defeat in Philippine Presidential Election

News 18  

Boxing great Manny Pacquiao has conceded defeat in the Philippine presidential election after his rumble for the top job failed to hit the mark with voters. Pacquiao, who had pledged to fight corruption, crack down on drugs and improve the lives of the impoverished, congratulated overwhelming victor Ferdinand Marcos Junior and said he hoped the son of the late dictator …

UFC 2022 schedule: Every major fight happening this year
3 years ago

UFC 2022 schedule: Every major fight happening this year

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Francis Ngannou tells Joe Rogan he wants to go into BOXING
3 years, 2 months ago

Francis Ngannou tells Joe Rogan he wants to go into BOXING

Daily Mail  

UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has revealed that he wants to go into boxing after retaining his world heavyweight title with a victory over Ciryl Gane at the Honda Centre in Anaheim. Francis Ngannou is considering a switch over to boxing following his UFC 270 victory Ngannou told Joe Rogan after his title fight: 'As I always say, boxing is …

Boxing's greatest pound-for-pound fighters this century: Manny Pacquiao retires as No2
3 years, 5 months ago

Boxing's greatest pound-for-pound fighters this century: Manny Pacquiao retires as No2

Daily Mail  

Manny Pacquiao announced his retirement on Wednesday, officially bringing an end to an astonishing 26-year career in which the Filipino won world titles across eight distinct weight classes. Record: 67 wins, 7 losses, 0 draws 7) Nonito Donaire 'The king has returned,' Nonito Donaire said as he broke his own record as the oldest bantamweight in history to win a …

Rags to riches: Boxing great Pacquiao announces retirement
3 years, 5 months ago

Rags to riches: Boxing great Pacquiao announces retirement

Associated Press  

MANILA, Philippines — Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao is officially hanging up his gloves. Pacquiao’s rags-to-riches life story and legendary career brought honor to his Southeast Asian nation, where he is known by the monikers Pacman, People’s Champ and National Fist. “He should have done that right after his victory over Thurman,” Banaag said of Pacquiao’s win over Thurman on July …

Boxing great Manny Pacquiao announces retirement
3 years, 5 months ago

Boxing great Manny Pacquiao announces retirement

India TV News  

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao is officially hanging up his gloves. "As I hang up my boxing gloves, I would like to thank the whole world, especially the Filipino people for supporting Manny Pacquiao. "Thank you for changing my life, when my family was desperate, you gave us hope, you gave me the chance to fight my way out of poverty," …

Manny Pacquiao retires from boxing to chase Philippine presidential bid
3 years, 5 months ago

Manny Pacquiao retires from boxing to chase Philippine presidential bid

The Hindu  

Boxing star Manny Pacquiao, who is planning to run for president in the 2022 Philippine elections, said on Wednesday he was retiring from boxing to focus on the biggest fight in his political career. "I never thought this day would come as I hang up my boxing gloves," said Pacquiao, as he thanked his fans all over the world. Pacquiao …

Manny Pacquiao retires from boxing to chase Philippine presidential bid
3 years, 5 months ago

Manny Pacquiao retires from boxing to chase Philippine presidential bid

The Hindu  

Boxing star Manny Pacquiao, who is planning to run for president in the 2022 Philippine elections, said on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, he was retiring from boxing to focus on the biggest fight in his political career. "I never thought this day would come as a I hang up my boxing gloves," said Pacquiao, as he thanked his fans all …

Manny Pacquiao retires from boxing to chase Philippine presidency
3 years, 5 months ago

Manny Pacquiao retires from boxing to chase Philippine presidency

Al Jazeera  

An emotional Manny Pacquiao says he is retiring from boxing to focus on his 2022 presidential bid. Boxing star Manny Pacquiao, who is planning to run for Philippine president in the 2022 elections, says he is retiring from boxing to focus on the biggest fight of his political career. Pro-death penalty Pacquiao was among the staunchest allies of Philippines President …

Column: Oscar De La Hoya chases a statement win over Vitor Belfort — and his own demons
3 years, 6 months ago

Column: Oscar De La Hoya chases a statement win over Vitor Belfort — and his own demons

LA Times  

Oscar De La Hoya began by speaking in metaphors, describing a series of unclosed doors and visits to hell. How do I want this to be?” De La Hoya said he announced his retirement in 2009 with a similar mind-set, claiming he did so not because he wanted to but because he thought that’s what he was supposed to do. …

Defeated Manny Pacquiao Says Open to Rematch with Yordenis Ugas
3 years, 6 months ago

Defeated Manny Pacquiao Says Open to Rematch with Yordenis Ugas

News 18  

Manny Pacquiao has refused to rule out a rematch with WBA champion Yordenis Ugas following his upset defeat to the Cuban last weekend, which nudged the Filipino boxing star ever closer to retirement. Pacquiao, 42, told The Athletic website that he may consider fighting Ugas again in January following his unanimous decision loss to the 35-year-old in Las Vegas on …

Defeated Pacquiao says open to rematch with Yordenis Ugas
3 years, 7 months ago

Defeated Pacquiao says open to rematch with Yordenis Ugas

The Hindu  

Manny Pacquiao has refused to rule out a rematch with World Boxing Association champion Yordenis Ugas following his upset defeat to the Cuban last weekend, which nudged the Filipino boxing star ever closer to retirement. Pacquiao, 42, told The Athletic website that he may consider fighting Ugas again in January following his unanimous-decision loss to the 35-year-old in Las Vegas …

Column: Even Manny Pacquiao finds Father Time undefeated
3 years, 7 months ago

Column: Even Manny Pacquiao finds Father Time undefeated

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Manny Pacquiao’s story is so remarkable that anyone familiar with it can’t help but root that it doesn’t come with a bad ending. There’s a football player Pacquiao’s age in Florida who is coming off a Super Bowl win and showing no signs of wanting to hang up his cleats. But even the unheralded Ugas was able …

Manny Pacquiao ponders ring retirement, political plans after loss
3 years, 7 months ago

Manny Pacquiao ponders ring retirement, political plans after loss

The Hindu  

Manny Pacquiao sounded like a fighter on his way out and a politician on his way up. READ | He is still alongside Canelo Alvarez as the two biggest active stars in the sport, yet Pacquiao has never spoken so frankly about leaving behind 26 years in the pro fight game. “I’ve done a lot for boxing, and boxing has …

Manny Pacquiao loses to Yordenis Ugas by unanimous decision
3 years, 7 months ago

Manny Pacquiao loses to Yordenis Ugas by unanimous decision

India TV News  

Although Manny Pacquiao hasn't decided what his future holds, the eight-division world champion realises his 26-year professional boxing career might have ended Saturday night with a disheartening loss. Ugás beat Pacquiao by unanimous decision in Las Vegas, putting on an impressive technical performance on 11 days' notice and retaining his WBA welterweight title. "I’m very excited, but most of all, …

Manny Pacquiao says 'may not' return to ring after Yordenis Ugas upset
3 years, 7 months ago

Manny Pacquiao says 'may not' return to ring after Yordenis Ugas upset

Firstpost  

If Saturday’s loss was Pacquiao’s final fight, it marks the end of a glittering 26-year professional career that has already ensured the Filipino will go down as one of the all-time greats. “In the future you may not see Manny Pacquiao fight in the ring,” Pacquiao said. I look forward to spending time with my family and thinking about my …

Manny Pacquiao loses to Yordenis Ugás by unanimous decision
3 years, 7 months ago

Manny Pacquiao loses to Yordenis Ugás by unanimous decision

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Although Manny Pacquiao hasn’t decided what his future holds, the eight-division world champion realizes his 26-year professional boxing career might have ended Saturday night with a disheartening loss. Ugás beat Pacquiao by unanimous decision in Las Vegas, putting on an impressive technical performance on 11 days’ notice and retaining his WBA welterweight title. “I don’t know, but …

Yordenis Ugas beats Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision – Firstpost
3 years, 7 months ago

Yordenis Ugas beats Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Two judges scored it 116-112 in favour of Ugás, and a third had it 115-113. Las Vegas: Yordenis Ugás beat Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision on Saturday night, putting on an impressive technical performance on 11 days’ notice and retaining his WBA welterweight title. Ugás seized his opportunity as the late injury replacement for Errol Spence Jr., frustrating Pacquiao throughout …

Yordenis Ugas beats Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision to retain WBA welterweight crown
3 years, 7 months ago

Yordenis Ugas beats Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision to retain WBA welterweight crown

The Hindu  

Yordenis Ugas beat Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision on Saturday night, putting on an impressive technical performance and retaining his WBA welterweight title. Ugas seized his opportunity as the late injury replacement for Errol Spence Jr., frustrating Pacquiao throughout what might be the final fight of the 42-year-old Filipino senator’s career. Pacquiao struggled to get inside on Ugas' effective jab, …

Column: Manny Pacquiao was hit by reality after bruising loss, and he handled it with dignity
3 years, 7 months ago

Column: Manny Pacquiao was hit by reality after bruising loss, and he handled it with dignity

LA Times  

Yordenis Ugas of Cuba hits Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines in a welterweight championship boxing match Saturday in Las Vegas. “That’s why I couldn’t move around.” Asked if the cramping was a symptom of age or other factors, Pacquiao mentioned the possibility of overtraining. “But,” he added, “we’re not young anymore.” Manny Pacquiao with his trainer shortly after losing his …

Manny Pacquiao takes on Yordenis Ugás before likely presidential run in Philippines – Firstpost
3 years, 7 months ago

Manny Pacquiao takes on Yordenis Ugás before likely presidential run in Philippines – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Pacquiao is returning to the ring after a two-year absence — the longest of his career — to fight for another world title in front of a big Vegas crowd and a pay-per-view audience. Las Vegas: Even Manny Pacquiao is uncertain whether his 26-year professional boxing career is ending Saturday night when he faces Yordenis Ugás for the WBA welterweight …

Pacquiao takes on Ugás before likely presidential run
3 years, 7 months ago

Pacquiao takes on Ugás before likely presidential run

The Hindu  

Even Manny Pacquiao is uncertain whether his 26-year professional boxing career is ending Saturday night when he faces Yordenis Ugás for the WBA welterweight title. “I went from nothing to something in order to be an inspiration for people both inside and outside of the ring.” Almost nobody in the history of boxing could do what Pacquiao intends to accomplish …

Pacquiao eyes Philippine presidency as he fights for boxing crown
3 years, 7 months ago

Pacquiao eyes Philippine presidency as he fights for boxing crown

Al Jazeera  

A victory by the eight time world boxing champion and senator against Cuban Yordenis Ugás could recalibrate the 2022 presidential race. “Let’s give others a chance,” Pacquiao said in an interview with ABS-CBN News, still not confirming whether he intended to run for president. “The president is on survival mode,” said Antonio Antogop Jr, a former Duterte campaigner who now …

Column: This is why tonight must be Manny Pacquiao’s final fight
3 years, 7 months ago

Column: This is why tonight must be Manny Pacquiao’s final fight

LA Times  

Manny Pacquiao poses for photographers during a weigh-in Friday in Las Vegas. The familiar voice came from somewhere off-camera, with Manny Pacquiao’s longtime publicist offering a playful rebuttal to a line I’ve recycled several times in recent years. He’s still alive and still fighting, his next assignment Saturday night at T-Mobile Arena, where he will take on Yordenis Ugás, a …

Manny Pacquiao Takes On Yordenis Ugas Before Likely Presidential Run
3 years, 7 months ago

Manny Pacquiao Takes On Yordenis Ugas Before Likely Presidential Run

News 18  

Even Manny Pacquiao is uncertain whether his 26-year professional boxing career is ending Saturday night when he faces Yordenis Ugas for the WBA welterweight title. While the 42-year-old Pacquiao has said nothing official, his fans around the globe realize it’s at least one of the final chapters in a boxing story with few equals. Almost nobody in the history of …

Manny Pacquiao takes on Ugás before likely presidential run
3 years, 7 months ago

Manny Pacquiao takes on Ugás before likely presidential run

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Even Manny Pacquiao is uncertain whether his 26-year professional boxing career is ending Saturday night when he faces Yordenis Ugás for the WBA welterweight title. “I went from nothing to something in order to be an inspiration for people both inside and outside of the ring.” Almost nobody in the history of boxing could do what Pacquiao …

Manny Pacquiao is close to his last dance – don’t miss his next fight
3 years, 7 months ago

Manny Pacquiao is close to his last dance – don’t miss his next fight

The Independent  

Rarely has an athlete so consistently produced heaps of charisma, excellence and thrills as Manny Pacquiao. The American’s eye injury scuppered perhaps the fight of the year between arguably the two best welterweights on the planet – though Terence Crawford, biding his time on the other side of boxing’s promotional street, would vehemently dispute that. If the marvellous Floyd Mayweather …

Manny Pacquiao announces Aug. 21 fight with Errol Spence Jr
3 years, 8 months ago

Manny Pacquiao announces Aug. 21 fight with Errol Spence Jr

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Manny Pacquiao and Errol Spence Jr. formally announced Sunday that they will fight Aug. 21 in a bout pitting an eight-division world champion against one of the sport’s most dominant current champions. Pacquiao and Spence will fight for Spence’s WBC and IBF welterweight titles when they meet at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Pacquiao said he could …

Mixed martial arts legend Conor McGregor faces a long way back from injury
3 years, 8 months ago

Mixed martial arts legend Conor McGregor faces a long way back from injury

Live Mint  

The future of former UFC two-weight champion Conor McGregor is in doubt after a freak leg break in his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier sees him headed for an extended period on the sidelines, with no guarantee that he will ever come back. McGregor's brash manner and highlight-reel knockouts saw him quickly rise to fame as a champion in two …

Manny Pacquiao Announces August 21 Fight With Errol Spence Jr
3 years, 8 months ago

Manny Pacquiao Announces August 21 Fight With Errol Spence Jr

News 18  

Manny Pacquiao and Errol Spence Jr. formally announced Sunday that they will fight Aug. 21 in a bout pitting an eight-division world champion against one of the sport’s most dominant current champions. Pacquiao and Spence will fight for Spence’s WBC and IBF welterweight titles when they meet at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Pacquiao said he could have picked a …

Manny Pacquiao announces August 21 fight with Errol Spence Jr
3 years, 8 months ago

Manny Pacquiao announces August 21 fight with Errol Spence Jr

The Hindu  

Manny Pacquiao and Errol Spence Jr. formally announced that they will fight on August 21. Pacquiao and Spence will fight for Spence's WBC and IBF welterweight titles when they meet at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Pacquiao said he could have picked “a much easier fight compared to Errol Spence” for his comeback bout, but chose to take on the …

Floyd Mayweather returns to fight YouTube sensation Logan Paul at Hard Rock Stadium
3 years, 9 months ago

Floyd Mayweather returns to fight YouTube sensation Logan Paul at Hard Rock Stadium

Firstpost  

Mayweather and Paul are to box eight, three-minute rounds. “I don’t look at is as a fight; I think my opponent looks at it as a fight,” Mayweather said during a media gathering Thursday in Miami Beach. We’re going to go out there have fun Sunday and give the people what they want to see.” The enviable pay-per-view stripes Mayweather …

Circus ring: Mayweather returns to fight YouTube sensation
3 years, 9 months ago

Circus ring: Mayweather returns to fight YouTube sensation

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The rebranding of Floyd Mayweather Jr. takes another unconventional turn Sunday night. “I don’t look at is as a fight; I think my opponent looks at it as a fight,” Mayweather said during a media gathering Thursday in Miami Beach. We’re going to go out there have fun Sunday and give the people what they want …

Manny Pacquiao vs Errol Spence: Filipino icon picking young lion solidly places him in GOAT conversation
3 years, 10 months ago

Manny Pacquiao vs Errol Spence: Filipino icon picking young lion solidly places him in GOAT conversation

Firstpost  

This is a truly dangerous fight for 42-year-old Pacquiao which could see his career brought to a swift and destructive end. This is the type of bout — extremely high risk for relatively moderate rewards — that modern fighters simply don’t take. On Friday night, Manny Pacquiao announced via Twitter that he’d be fighting Errol Spence Jr on 21 August …

Manny Pacquiao to return in world title fight against Errol Spence Jr
3 years, 10 months ago

Manny Pacquiao to return in world title fight against Errol Spence Jr

The Independent  

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Manny Pacquiao to Fight Errol Spence Jr On August 21 in Las Vegas
3 years, 10 months ago

Manny Pacquiao to Fight Errol Spence Jr On August 21 in Las Vegas

News 18  

Manny Pacquiao will face Errol Spence Jr. on Aug. 21, according to social media announcements from both boxers on Friday. The venue is expected to be the MGM Grand, according to The Athletic, though Pacquiao told the website he hoped the fight would be at the Raiders’ home, Allegiant Stadium, which features a 70,000-seat capacity. Manny Pacquiao Promotions president Sean …

Conor McGregor should quit UFC and become a boxer full-time, says George Foreman
4 years, 1 month ago

Conor McGregor should quit UFC and become a boxer full-time, says George Foreman

Daily Mail  

Conor McGregor has been urged to quit MMA and turn his sole attention to boxing by legendary fighter George Foreman. But after coming out second-best in his return to the UFC octagon against Dustin Poirier last month, McGregor is yet to make a decision on his next move - and Foreman has suggested he switches to boxing, where he could …

Manny Pacquiao demands whopping £30m payday for fight with Terence Crawford
4 years, 1 month ago

Manny Pacquiao demands whopping £30m payday for fight with Terence Crawford

Daily Mail  

Manny Pacquiao has revealed he wants £30million to fight pound-for-pound star Terence Crawford - who would make £23m less than his rival. Manny Pacquiao has demanded a £30million payday to fight Terence Crawford Pacquiao, who was recently stripped of his WBA belt due to inactivity, has been out of the ring since inflicting the first defeat of Keith Thurman's career …

Manny Pacquiao 'did much WORSE' than Conor McGregor in their respective fights with Floyd Mayweather
4 years, 1 month ago

Manny Pacquiao 'did much WORSE' than Conor McGregor in their respective fights with Floyd Mayweather

Daily Mail  

Conor McGregor did a better job boxing against Floyd Mayweather than Manny Pacquiao, former UFC fighter Chael Sonnen has claimed. Ex-UFC champion McGregor then made his boxing debut against the American two years later and was stopped in the tenth round whereas Pacquiao lasted the full distance lost by unanimous decision. Chael Sonnen has claimed Conor McGregor fared well against …

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