Filipino boxing icon, Manny Pacquiao, is making a stunning comeback from retirement to go head-to-head with world welterweight champion Mario Barrios. The 46-year-old legend, who boasts an unprecedented eight weight division titles, will step into the ring against the 30-year-old Mexican-American Barrios in Las Vegas on 19 July. Pacquiao, the oldest welterweight world champion in history, last fought professionally almost four years ago. A former Philippine senator and presidential candidate, Pacquiao’s team announced his return shortly after his Senate defeat. Known as the “People’s Champ,” Pacquiao’s inspiring journey and remarkable career have brought immense pride to the Philippines. His upcoming induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame on 8 June adds to the anticipation surrounding his highly-anticipated comeback.
Source: Africa News
Manny Pacquiao Returns from Retirement to Challenge World Welterweight Champion
