Manny Pacquiao, the boxing star, from the Philippines is widely regarded as one of the athletes hailing from Southeast Asia and a standout figure in the history of professional boxing.
Pacquiaos impressive achievements include holding the distinction of being the eight division world champion in boxing history and being the boxer to secure the lineal championship across four different weight categories. Notably at 46 years old he remains unrivaled as the boxer to claim world titles spanning four decades encompassing the 1990s, 2000s, 2010s and now into the 2020s.
Throughout his career this handed fighter has taken on formidable opponents such as Oscar De La Hoya and Floyd Mayweather Jr. When pressed by Ring TV to identify his most challenging adversary in terms of hitting power Pacquiao singled out Antonio Margarito. A fighter he defeated for the WBC Super Welterweight title back in 2010.
Describing Margarito as "big and strong beyond measure " Pacquiao recounted feeling impact from his opponents body shots during their bout. He acknowledged that Margaritos punching prowess was exceptional and admitted that surviving that fight was a testament, to his resilience despite feeling its toll post match.The bout, against Margarito held significance for Pacquiao as he faced a heavier opponent. Despite the weight disadvantage the Filipino boxer taught the Mexican a lesson by causing a fracture in his right eye socket. This injury kept Margarito out of the ring for a period. Played a role in his eventual retirement from boxing.
Pacquiao on the hand has no intentions of stepping from the sport. His promoter and president of MP Manny Pacquiao Promotions, Sean Gibbons recently confirmed that the legendary fighter still has one fight left in him.
The upcoming match is anticipated to be in the welterweight division as the 45 year old is eager to vie for the World Boxing Council (WBC) welterweight title. Gibbons verified this news following reports that Mario Barrios, WBC Interim Welterweight champion will have a chance to claim the title.
Pacquiao aims to secure a position in contention for a showdown with Barrios showcasing his skill level after defeating Keith Thurman at age 40 to clinch the World Boxing Association (WBA) Welterweight title.
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