IS MANNY PACQUIAO READY TO RETURN?
Manny Pacquiao, the legendary boxer, could be returning to the ring for a world title fight. The WBC has endorsed Pacquiao fighting for a welterweight world title, despite being 45 years old and not having fought since his 2021 loss to Yordenis Ugas.
Pacquiao announced his retirement after losing to Ugas, but WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman has opened the door for his return. "Manny Pacquiao is timeless. He's a legend," Sulaiman told Sky Sports. "We have a great precedent of former champions coming back as long as they pass successfully all the medical examinations."
Sulaiman is enthusiastic about Pacquiao's potential return. "I think Manny Pacquiao can beat any fighter or can be competitive with any fighter today," he said. "To have him return to the WBC more than two decades after he won his first world championship would be sensational."
The WBC welterweight world title is vacant after Terence Crawford moved up to 154lbs. Pacquiao is eyeing a possible championship bout with Mario Barrios. "We're still in negotiation," Pacquiao said last month. "The fight has not materialized yet. But that negotiation is ongoing."
Pacquiao's comeback would be a significant event in boxing, potentially seeing him reclaim his status as a world champion. His return would undoubtedly attract massive attention and reinvigorate the welterweight division.
Pacquiao has always been a crowd favorite, known for his relentless fighting style and humble demeanor. His return could provide the boxing world with another chapter in his storied career, further solidifying his legendary status.
The possibility of Pacquiao fighting for a world title at 45 is a testament to his enduring legacy and incredible physical conditioning. Fans worldwide eagerly await confirmation of his next fight, hopeful that the "Pacman" will once again grace the ring.
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