Conor Benn provides Manny Pacquiao fight update after face-off in Saudi Arabia
10 months, 1 week ago

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

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Conor Benn was coy when asked about a potential fight with Manny Pacquiao on Friday, but admitted that it would likely take place in Saudi Arabia. • FOLLOW LIVE: Joshua vs Ngannou – latest fight updates British welterweight Benn, 27, is unbeaten but has seen his career stall somewhat since failing two drug tests in 2022. He has, however, recorded two recent wins in the US, and he said on Friday that his next fight could take place in Saudi Arabia. Benn was asked about his face-off with Filipino legend Pacquiao, 45, and told Dazn: “We’re out here to enjoy the boxing, me and Manny Pacquiao.

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Here's what made Manny Pacquiao was a one-of-a-kind boxing champion
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Conor Benn cleared to fight as Ukad makes final decision over drug-test saga
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Conor Benn cleared to fight as Ukad makes final decision over drug-test saga

The Independent  

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Anthony Joshua knocks Francis Ngannou out cold with ruthless performance in Saudi Arabia
10 months ago

Anthony Joshua knocks Francis Ngannou out cold with ruthless performance in Saudi Arabia

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Eddie Hearn CONFIRMS 'we're in talks' for Conor Benn, 27, to face Manny Pacquiao, 45, as the Matchroom promoter claims the eight-weight legend is 'maybe even a slight favourite to beat' his fighter
10 months, 1 week ago

Eddie Hearn CONFIRMS 'we're in talks' for Conor Benn, 27, to face Manny Pacquiao, 45, as the Matchroom promoter claims the eight-weight legend is 'maybe even a slight favourite to beat' his fighter

Daily Mail  

Conor Benn is in talks to face boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, according to his promoter Eddie Hearn, who confirmed discussions to Mail Sport. Manny Pacquiao is in talks to fight Conor Benn, Eddie Hearn confirmed to Mail Sport Hearn claimed that Pacquiao could even be a slight favourite to beat his fighter despite the age gap Both Benn and Pacquiao …

Preview: Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou – heavyweight boxing fight
10 months, 1 week ago

Preview: Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou – heavyweight boxing fight

Al Jazeera  

Cameroonian fighter Ngannou says he would love to ‘knock Joshua out’ in his second pro boxing fight in Saudi Arabia. Who: Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou What: Heavyweight boxing fight When: Friday, March 8, 2024 at 23:00 GMT Where: Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Francis Ngannou believes his strong showing in his pro boxing debut against Tyson Fury has given …

Floyd Mayweather coy on rumoured rematch with Manny Pacquiao
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Floyd Mayweather coy on rumoured rematch with Manny Pacquiao

The Independent  

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Conor Benn remains unbeaten with decision win over Peter Dobson
11 months, 1 week ago

Conor Benn remains unbeaten with decision win over Peter Dobson

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Conor Benn fight live stream and time: How to watch and when do ring walks start?
11 months, 1 week ago

Conor Benn fight live stream and time: How to watch and when do ring walks start?

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Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou official as Saudi Arabia’s boxing takeover continues
1 year ago

Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou official as Saudi Arabia’s boxing takeover continues

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Joshua v Wallin: Cristiano Ronaldo and Conor McGregor ringside at fight in Saudi Arabia
1 year ago

Joshua v Wallin: Cristiano Ronaldo and Conor McGregor ringside at fight in Saudi Arabia

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Conor Benn reveals next fight plan after points win on boxing return
1 year, 3 months ago

Conor Benn reveals next fight plan after points win on boxing return

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Conor Benn fight announced as boxer returns after failed drug tests
1 year, 3 months ago

Conor Benn fight announced as boxer returns after failed drug tests

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Conor Benn return in doubt with boxer provisionally suspended
1 year, 8 months ago

Conor Benn return in doubt with boxer provisionally suspended

Daily Mail  

Conor Benn has been provisionally suspended by UK Anti-Doping over his two positive drugs tests. However, despite being unable to fight in this country pending the outcome of UKAD’s enquiries, Benn, who faces a potential two-year ban if found guilty, is still hoping to fight abroad in a move that could have serious ramifications for British Boxing Board of Control …

Conor Benn returns ‘adverse’ drug test result but Chris Eubank Jr fight set to go ahead
2 years, 3 months ago

Conor Benn returns ‘adverse’ drug test result but Chris Eubank Jr fight set to go ahead

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Conor Benn vs Chris Algieri result as Briton secures statement knockout win
3 years, 1 month ago

Conor Benn vs Chris Algieri result as Briton secures statement knockout win

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Hearn reveals he was in talks for Pacquiao to face Khan before he opted to retire
3 years, 3 months ago

Hearn reveals he was in talks for Pacquiao to face Khan before he opted to retire

Daily Mail  

Promoter Eddie Hearn has revealed he was in talks to make the Manny Pacquiao and Amir Khan bout happen in Dubai before Filipino decided to retire this week. Promoter Eddie Hearn says he had Manny Pacquiao and Amir Khan fight in 'great shape' 'That was the fight I was interested in and I want Amir Khan against Conor Benn.' Former …

Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury world heavyweight fight set for Saudi Arabia, says promoter Eddie Hearn
3 years, 8 months ago

Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury world heavyweight fight set for Saudi Arabia, says promoter Eddie Hearn

Firstpost  

Hearn, who represents Joshua, said the fight is likely to take place on 7 or 14 August. He said 14 August is his preferred date because the Olympic Games in Tokyo will have finished, making the Joshua-Fury fight a bigger “global spectacle.” The all-British fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury for the undisputed world heavyweight title will take place …

Conor McGregor to return, will fight Manny Pacquiao in 2021 - Boxing News - Sportstar
4 years, 3 months ago

Conor McGregor to return, will fight Manny Pacquiao in 2021 - Boxing News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Philippine boxing champion Manny Pacquiao will face former two-weight UFC champion Conor McGregor in the ring next year, and part of proceeds from the fight will go to coronavirus victims in his country, his office said on Saturday. Both fighters are "getting ready for this one epic last boxing fight," said Jayke Joson, special assistant to Pacquiao, who is also …

For Covid-19 Victims! Manny Pacquiao Wants Conor McGregor Fight Next Year
4 years, 3 months ago

For Covid-19 Victims! Manny Pacquiao Wants Conor McGregor Fight Next Year

News 18  

Philippine boxing icon Manny Pacquiao wants to fight Irish mixed martial arts star Conor McGregor in the ring next year, an aide said in a statement Saturday. “For the sake of all the Filipino Covid-19 victims, Senator Manny Pacquiao will be fighting UFC superstar Conor McGregor next year,” Pacquiao’s special assistant Jayke Joson said, adding negotiations are ongoing. Pacquiao’s promoter …

Manny Pacquiao confirms fight with Conor McGregor in the Middle East next year
4 years, 3 months ago

Manny Pacquiao confirms fight with Conor McGregor in the Middle East next year

Daily Mail  

Manny Pacquiao has confirmed he will be fighting Conor McGregor in the Middle East next year. WBA world champion Manny Pacquiao has confirmed he will be fighting Conor McGregor 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.' McGregor will fight boxing …

Manny Pacquiao: Floyd Mayweather Jr is just envious
4 years, 7 months ago

Manny Pacquiao: Floyd Mayweather Jr is just envious

The Hindu  

Manny Pacquiao has suggested Floyd Mayweather Jr is jealous of his prolonged career after the American labelled the veteran welterweight an "old man". Mayweather was critical of younger fighters "chasing" a bout with 41-year-old Pacquiao, who won his most recent fight against the previously-undefeated Keith Thurman to claim the WBA super welterweight title last July. RELATED| However, Pacquiao has little …

Anthony Joshua says no celebration if he beats Andy Ruiz
5 years, 1 month ago

Anthony Joshua says no celebration if he beats Andy Ruiz

The Hindu  

Anthony Joshua said on Wednesday he will not celebrate if he regains his world heavyweight title, as he faced off with rival Andy Ruiz in a final press conference before their controversial rematch in Saudi Arabia. The British boxer said he was “hungry, determined and focused” as he appeared alongside Ruiz in a press conference in Diriyah, close to the …

Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz rematch in Saudi Arabia set for December 7
5 years, 5 months ago

Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz rematch in Saudi Arabia set for December 7

The Hindu  

Anthony Joshua's rematch against unified heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr will take place in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia on December 7. Ruiz caused a major upset when he defeated Joshua in the seventh round of their fight on June 1 in New York, flooring the previously unbeaten Briton four times over the course of the bout. A rematch was swiftly confirmed …

Amir Khan will fight in Saudi Arabia in November but admits Manny Pacquiao never agreed to face him
5 years, 5 months ago

Amir Khan will fight in Saudi Arabia in November but admits Manny Pacquiao never agreed to face him

The Hindu  

Amir Khan claims he was misled before proclaiming a November fight against Manny Pacquiao was agreed. Pacquiao's camp last week dismissed suggestions the Filipino great had agreed to fight Khan in Saudi Arabia. The fight Khan has long looked for seemed to be on when he said 40-year-old Pacquiao had agreed to a November 8 date, but the British fighter …

Manny Pacquiao wins WBA welterweight title with split-decision victory over Keith Thurman
5 years, 5 months ago

Manny Pacquiao wins WBA welterweight title with split-decision victory over Keith Thurman

The Hindu  

Manny Pacquiao turned back the clock as the Filipino legend claimed the WBA welterweight championship after scoring a split-decision win against Keith Thurman. Pacquiao produced an impressive performance against the previously unbeaten Thurman at MGM Grand, where two judges had the fight 115-112 in favour of the 40-year-old veteran. READ | Thurman has appetite for destruction of ‘legend’ Pacquiao The …

Manny Pacquiao camp denies Amir Khan claims over Saudi Arabia bout
5 years, 5 months ago

Manny Pacquiao camp denies Amir Khan claims over Saudi Arabia bout

Firstpost  

Amir Khan told British media the clash with Manny Pacquiao would happen even if the 40-year-old were to lose to American Keith Thurman in Las Vegas on Saturday Manny Pacquiao has not signed a contract to take on Amir Khan in Saudi Arabia later this year despite claims that a deal has been agreed for the bout, the Filipino’s publicist …

Amir Khan reportedly agrees deal to fight Manny Pacquiao days after winning WBC international welterweight title
5 years, 5 months ago

Amir Khan reportedly agrees deal to fight Manny Pacquiao days after winning WBC international welterweight title

Firstpost  

Filipino legend Manny Pacquiao has 61 wins, seven defeats and two draws in a 24-year professional career, while Amir Khan has 34 wins and five defeats in his career London: British boxer Amir Khan claims he has agreed a deal to fight Manny Pacquiao in Saudi Arabia in November. Now the 32-year-old plans to return to Saudi Arabia on 8 …

Manny Pacquiao vs Keith Thurman official: Legendary Filipino set for super fight this summer
5 years, 8 months ago

Manny Pacquiao vs Keith Thurman official: Legendary Filipino set for super fight this summer

The Independent  

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Manny Pacquiao vs Adrien Broner: Filipino icon shows flashes of past brilliance; is return bout with Floyd Mayweather next?
5 years, 11 months ago

Manny Pacquiao vs Adrien Broner: Filipino icon shows flashes of past brilliance; is return bout with Floyd Mayweather next?

Firstpost  

The question ahead of the fight between Filipino icon Manny Pacquiao and American perennial also-ran Adrien Broner was a simple one: would we get the Pacquiao of old or an old Pacquaio? This fight, coming on the heels of ‘Pac Man’ turning 40, held the key to his future between the ropes and perhaps, a rematch with the still undefeated …

Boxing: Manny Pacquiao ready for Adrien Broner in Las Vegas return
5 years, 11 months ago

Boxing: Manny Pacquiao ready for Adrien Broner in Las Vegas return

The Hindu  

Manny Pacquiao is aiming to offer fresh evidence that life begins at 40 when the Filipino veteran takes on Adrien Broner on Saturday in his first fight in Las Vegas for more than two years. While Pacquiao insists he is looking no further than Saturday’s contest against Broner, many observers view the fight as a stepping stone towards a possible …

Pacquiao trains for Broner as he hits out at Mayweather vs Tenshin
6 years ago

Pacquiao trains for Broner as he hits out at Mayweather vs Tenshin

Daily Mail  

Manny Pacquiao may be training for an upcoming fight with one brash American - but the Filipino legend still couldn't resist a dig at another. Filipino legend Manny Pacquiao trains ahead of his fight with brash American Adrien Broner The 40-year-old shows off his physique at the Wild Card gym in Hollywood on Wednesday Pacquiao and Broner collide at the …

Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao teases possible rematch against rival Floyd Mayweather in 2019
6 years, 1 month ago

Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao teases possible rematch against rival Floyd Mayweather in 2019

Firstpost  

Mayweather scored a unanimous victory over Pacquiao in 2015’s Fight of the Century, which was largely regarded as a let-down despite being the highest-grossing fight of all time. Floyd has come out of retirement and we’ll see after this fight.” Mayweather scored a unanimous victory over Pacquiao in 2015’s “Fight of the Century”, which was largely regarded as a let-down …

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