Manny Pacquiao turned again the clock on Sunday because the 46-year-old Corridor of Famer had a powerful exhibiting in his bout towards Mario Barrios of their WBC welterweight title match, which resulted in a majority draw.
One decide favored Barrios, 115-113, whereas the 2 others gave the identical scores to each boxers 114-114.
As he confirmed that he can nonetheless battle at his age, will Pacquiao return to the ring once more?
“I feel so. God-willing,” he stated in a post-match interview.
“I believed I gained the battle.”@MannyPacquiao offers his ideas on his battle with Mario Barrios. pic.twitter.com/lUNRQgAzy2
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Pacquiao stated the Might 2025 elections the place he misplaced his Senate seat additionally took a toll on his preparations towards Barrios.
“I do know the followers [are] ready there. I solely had two months coaching. What I have to do is, like, proceed my coaching. In a championship battle like this, I ought to prepare [for] 4 months, three months and a half, in order that the battle will likely be good.”
“However due to the election within the Philippines, I began late for my coaching. Nevertheless it’s okay. You realize, I really like the Filipino individuals and I really like to offer honor to my nation.”
Is a Pacquiao-Barrios II additionally doable?
“Sure. After all,” he stated.
“That is the one legacy that I can depart behind, you realize, to offer inspiration to the Filipino individuals and to be proud wherever you might be.”
Pacquiao now holds a document of 62 wins (39 by way of knockout), eight losses, and three attracts.
—JKC, GMA Built-in Information