Manny Pacquiao Returns to the Ring at 46 to Challenge for WBC Welterweight Title
Source: news.source.manilatimes
Manny Pacquiao, the legendary Filipino boxer, has announced his return to professional boxing at the age of 46. He will face Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title on July 19 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Pacquiao, who retired after a loss in 2021, aims to make history once more in his comeback fight.
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Manny Pacquiao, aged 46, is coming out of retirement to fight Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title.
The fight is scheduled for July 19 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
Pacquiao last fought in August 2021, losing to Yordenis Ugas for the WBA welterweight crown.
Pacquiao has a career record of 62-8 with 39 knockouts and has won 12 world titles in eight weight classes.
WBC rules allow a former champion like Pacquiao to request a world title fight upon returning from retirement.
Mario Barrios has a record of 29-2 with one draw and 18 knockouts; he last defended his title in a draw against Abel Ramos in November.
