Manny Pacquiao 'did much WORSE' than Conor McGregor in their respective fights with Floyd Mayweather
3 years, 11 months 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 Floyd Mayweather The Irishman was stopped by Mayweather in the tenth round on his boxing debut in 2017 Ex-UFC fighter Sonnen declared that Manny Pacquiao did worse against the American But Sonnen believes the Irishman fared better against Mayweather than Pacquiao, and backed the Notorious in a fight against PacMan. Former UFC title challenger Sonnen also backed McGregor in a fight against Pacquiao 'I'm just saying, we don't how good Conor is.'

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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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Column: Even Manny Pacquiao finds Father Time undefeated
3 years, 4 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 …

Conor McGregor did NOT give Dustin Poirier the respect he deserved in defeat at UFC 257: Artem Lobov
3 years, 6 months ago

Conor McGregor did NOT give Dustin Poirier the respect he deserved in defeat at UFC 257: Artem Lobov

Daily Mail  

Conor McGregor's friend Artem Lobov has claimed the Irishman didn't give Dustin Poirier enough 'respect' during his defeat in their rematch at UFC 257 in January. Conor McGregor suffered his first professional defeat by knockout in January to Dustin Poirier And Lobov, who has been a long-term sparring partner of McGregor's, believes his friend didn't take Poirier seriously enough during …

Conor McGregor's plan to fight Manny Pacquiao thrown into further doubt
3 years, 11 months ago

Conor McGregor's plan to fight Manny Pacquiao thrown into further doubt

Daily Mail  

Manny Pacquiao has accused Conor McGregor of 'underestimating' Dustin Poirier in the build-up to their UFC 257 clash. Manny Pacquiao has accused Conor McGregor of 'underestimating' Dustin Poirier 'Losing is part of the game. McGregor returned to the octagon to take on rival Dustin Poirier at UFC 257 on Fight Island Pacquiao's promoter believes demand to fight McGregor is 'not …

Conor McGregor will ‘definitely’ fight Manny Pacquiao in 2021, claims UFC star’s manager
4 years, 1 month ago

Conor McGregor will ‘definitely’ fight Manny Pacquiao in 2021, claims UFC star’s manager

The Independent  

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Conor McGregor will 'definitely' fight Manny Pacquiao says UFC star's manager
4 years, 1 month ago

Conor McGregor will 'definitely' fight Manny Pacquiao says UFC star's manager

Daily Mail  

Conor McGregor's manager has guaranteed that his man will make a sensational return to boxing to fight Manny Pacquiao. Conor McGregor could be set to return to the boxing world for the first time in three years Audie Attar who represents McGregor and Manny Pacquiao says both men want to fight The UFC superstar's manager Audie Attar, of Paradigm Sports …

UFC Wants to Arrange Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier But Former Focussed Manny Pacquiao
4 years, 3 months ago

UFC Wants to Arrange Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier But Former Focussed Manny Pacquiao

News 18  

The UFC is striving to put together a lightweight fight between Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier, but McGregor instead is reportedly focused on a fight with Manny Pacquiao. UFC president Dana White said to Barstool Sports on Wednesday, “We offered Dustin and Conor a fight, so we’re waiting to hear back from them both.” The match would be held Jan. …

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: 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 …

Mayweather vs Pacquiao five years on: Pac-Man's late renaissance
4 years, 8 months ago

Mayweather vs Pacquiao five years on: Pac-Man's late renaissance

The Hindu  

Good things come to those who wait, right? Yet while Mayweather only fought once more before initially retiring – 'Money' made a comeback to face Conor McGregor for a lucrative meeting that moved his career record to 50-0 – Pac-Man is still going strong, overcoming an unexpected setback to prove his doubters wrong. READ: Mayweather vs Pacquiao five years on: …

Mayweather vs Pacquiao five years on: Floyd's top 10 wins
4 years, 8 months ago

Mayweather vs Pacquiao five years on: Floyd's top 10 wins

The Hindu  

After more than half a decade of wait, baiting, claim and counter-claim, the boxing world finally got the fight it desired on May 2, 2015 when Floyd Mayweather Jr and Manny Pacquiao met in Las Vegas. ZAB JUDAH Mayweather's bid to become a four-weight world champion at welterweight got off to a rocky start against fellow brash-talking American Judah, with …

McGregor v Cerrone: Who's next for 'the Notorious' after stunning 40-second UFC 246 win?
4 years, 11 months ago

McGregor v Cerrone: Who's next for 'the Notorious' after stunning 40-second UFC 246 win?

The Hindu  

If you blinked there is every chance you may have missed Conor McGregor's clinical and devastating return at UFC 246. After a stellar 2019, which brought victories over Darren Till, Ben Askren and Nate Diaz, Jorge Masvidal has frequently tried to catch McGregor's attention, even going as far as to wear the same Versace robe the Irishman donned for his …

Conor McGregor wants Manny Pacquiao fight in Las Vegas Allegiant Stadium
4 years, 11 months ago

Conor McGregor wants Manny Pacquiao fight in Las Vegas Allegiant Stadium

The Hindu  

Conor McGregor would be "honoured" to do battle with Manny Pacquiao in what he believes would be a blockbuster first fight at the Las Vegas Allegiant Stadium. Read: McGregor vs Cerrone, UFC 246: When and where to watch in India McGregor this week revealed talks with another legendary veteran, Pacquiao, are ongoing and would relish the chance to do battle …

Floyd Mayweather Jr's manager welcomes Conor McGregor rematch talk
5 years ago

Floyd Mayweather Jr's manager welcomes Conor McGregor rematch talk

The Hindu  

Floyd Mayweather Jr's manager suggested the legendary boxer would be up for fighting Conor McGregor again after the Irishman declared he would win a rematch. The unbeaten Mayweather retired for the third time after that bout, but announced last November that he would resume his career yet again in 2020 for a "spectacular event". He told told Ariel Helwani's MMA …

Want to stay relevant? Fight me, Pacquiao tells Mayweather
5 years, 5 months ago

Want to stay relevant? Fight me, Pacquiao tells Mayweather

The Hindu  

Manny Pacquiao challenged Floyd Mayweather to face him again in the ring on Wednesday as the retired American star taunted the Filipino great about fighting on into his forties. #MayPac2,” Pacquiao tweeted..@FloydMayweather You come to my fight and then use my name in a post but I'm the one that is trying to stay relevant?if you want to be relevant …

Manny Pacquiao's trainer Freddie Roach mulls on Filipino boxer's retirement, admits rematch against Floyd Mayweather unlikely
5 years, 5 months ago

Manny Pacquiao's trainer Freddie Roach mulls on Filipino boxer's retirement, admits rematch against Floyd Mayweather unlikely

Firstpost  

Pacquiao, a full decade older than the 30-year-old Thurman, rolled back the years with a vintage performance that had a sold out crowd at the MGM Grand Garden Arena roaring in delight. Pacquiao, who paid tribute to Thurman’s “heavy hands” and punching power after the fight, pocketed an estimated $20 million from Saturday’s contest. Mayweather, who was at ringside to …

Floyd Mayweather has 'zero interest' in rematch of 2015 superfight with Manny Pacquiao: Report
5 years, 5 months ago

Floyd Mayweather has 'zero interest' in rematch of 2015 superfight with Manny Pacquiao: Report

Firstpost  

Floyd Mayweather is believed to have earned an estimated $300 million from the points victory over Manny Pacquiao, which remains the most lucrative fight in history and generated more than $600 million revenue Los Angeles: Floyd Mayweather has “zero interest” in coming out of retirement for a rematch with Manny Pacquiao after their money-spinning 2015 superfight, close confidante Leonard Ellerbe …

Manny Pacquiao claims Floyd Mayweather can 'no longer fight at an elite level'
5 years, 6 months ago

Manny Pacquiao claims Floyd Mayweather can 'no longer fight at an elite level'

Daily Mail  

Manny Pacquiao distanced himself from a rematch with Floyd Mayweather, insisting the 'Money Man' should stay retired if he cannot fight at an elite level anymore. Manny Pacquiao said Floyd Mayweather should stay retired if he is not on his level Pacquiao told World Boxing News: 'Floyd is retired. He can no longer fight at the elite level I am …

'Floyd's still got the fire': Mayweather's dad reveals he will return
5 years, 9 months ago

'Floyd's still got the fire': Mayweather's dad reveals he will return

Daily Mail  

Floyd Mayweather will return to boxing against Manny Pacquiao or when 'the right man gets in his face,' his father has claimed. Floyd Mayweather, who has been spending time in Dubai, could soon return to the ring The American hung up his gloves following victory over Conor McGregor back in August 2017 But his father Floyd Snr believes he will …

Manny Pacquiao challenges Floyd Mayweather for a rematch of the 'fight of the century'
5 years, 11 months ago

Manny Pacquiao challenges Floyd Mayweather for a rematch of the 'fight of the century'

India TV News  

Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao has challenged lightweight boxing champion Floyd Mayweather for a rematch of their famous 2015 bout which is termed as "fight of the century". The 40-year-old challenged Mayweather after retaining his WBA world welterweight title with a victory over America's Adrien Broner. "My message is I'm still active, and if goes back to the ring and …

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 …

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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