After a brief hiatus from the boxing world, Manny Pacquiao is officially back and ready to take on the competition. The 46-year-old Filipino boxer is gearing up for his WBC welterweight clash against Mario Barrios on July 19 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. However, he is not stopping there. Pacquiao has his eyes set on potential matchups with some of the biggest names in the sport, including Gervonta Davis, Devin Haney, and Ryan Garcia.
Pacquiao has been away from the ring since his win against Keith Thurman in 2019. The COVID-19 pandemic and his duties as a senator in the Philippines kept him away from the sport he loves. But now, he is back and more determined than ever to prove that age is just a number.
As he prepares for his upcoming bout, Pacquiao is leaving no stone unturned. He has been training rigorously in the Philippines and is now in California for the final stages of his training camp. And who better to spar with than another rising star in the boxing world, Teofimo Lopez.
The 23-year-old Lopez is coming off an impressive win against Vasyl Lomachenko, and his skills in the ring have caught Pacquiao’s attention. The two have been sparring together, and it seems like Pacquiao has been able to glean some valuable insights from the young champion.
Lopez recently gave an update on his sparring sessions with Pacquiao, and it’s nothing but positive. He mentioned that Pacquiao may be 46 years old, but he moves and punches like he’s in his 20s. This is a testament to Pacquiao’s dedication and hard work, even at his age.
But it’s not just about the physical aspect for Pacquiao. His experience and knowledge in the sport are invaluable, and Lopez has been soaking it all in. He mentioned that Pacquiao has been giving him tips and advice on how to improve his game, and he’s grateful for the opportunity to learn from a legend.
However, Lopez also raised some concerns about Pacquiao’s upcoming fight against Barrios. He believes that Barrios is a strong opponent and Pacquiao needs to be careful. He even advised Pacquiao to watch out for Barrios’ height and reach advantage. But Lopez also expressed his confidence in Pacquiao’s abilities and believes that he will emerge victorious.
This is not the first time that Pacquiao has faced a much taller opponent. In fact, many of his past opponents have had a significant height advantage over him, but that has never stopped him from dominating in the ring. Pacquiao’s speed, agility, and power have always been his biggest strengths, and he will undoubtedly use them to his advantage in this fight as well.
As Pacquiao continues his preparations, the boxing world is buzzing with excitement and anticipation for his return. Fans are eagerly waiting to see the Pacquiao of old, the one who never backs down from a challenge and always delivers an exciting fight.
Pacquiao’s upcoming fight against Barrios is not just about adding another win to his already impressive record. It’s about proving to the world that he still has what it takes to be at the top of the boxing world. And with the potential matchups against Davis, Haney, and Garcia on the horizon, Pacquiao is showing that he is not ready to hang up his gloves just yet.
In his 26-year-long career, Pacquiao has achieved countless accolades and broken numerous records. But his hunger for success and determination to be the best is what sets him apart from other boxers. He is an inspiration to many, not just in the sport of boxing but in life as well.
So, as Pacquiao steps into the ring on July 19, he carries the hopes and dreams of millions of fans around the world. And with his fierce determination and unwavering spirit, he will undoubtedly put on a performance that will leave us all in awe.
The future looks bright for Manny Pacquiao, and we can’t wait to see what he has in store for us. The legend is officially back, and we’re ready to witness history being made once again.