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March 19, 2024

Manny Pacquiao

Yordenis Ugas lands a punch on Manny Pacquiao during their WBA World Welterweight Championship bout at T-Mobile Arena Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021.
Yordenis Ugás beats Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision
Saturday, August 21, 2021
Yordenis Ugás beat Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision on Saturday night, putting on an impressive technical performance on 11 days' notice and retaining his WBA welterweight title.
Manny Pacquiao, left, and Keith Thurman pose for a picture during a news conference on Tuesday, May 21, 2019, in New York. The two are scheduled to fight in a welterweight world championship boxing bout on Saturday, July 20, in Las Vegas.
Thurman promises to end Pacquiao's legendary career
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Keith Thurman keeps calling Manny Pacquiao a legend, and in the boxing world, he probably is correct. Then the undefeated welterweight champion keeps promising to ...
WBA welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao connects with a punch on Adrien Broner during their title fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019. Pacquiao retained his title with a unanimous-decision win.
Pacquiao to fight unbeaten Thurman in Las Vegas
Monday, May 20, 2019
Manny Pacquiao will get back into the ring in Las Vegas on July 20 to face unbeaten welterweight champion Keith Thurman in what could be a highlight fight of the summer. Pacquiao, 40, dominated Adrian Broner to ...
WBA welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao celebrates after a unanimous-decision win over Adrien Broner at the MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019.
Fight night in Vegas: Plenty of pageantry, fans for another Pacquiao win
Sunday, January 20, 2019
The patient crowd stood waiting, and erupted when a man waved the red, blue white and gold flag of the Philippines. Singers belted anthems, the fighters made their entrance amid laser lighting and loud explosions ...
WBA welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao, left, of the Philippines and  Adrien Broner of Cincinnati, Ohio face off during a news conference at the MGM Grand Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019. Pacquiao will defend his WBA title against Broner at the MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday.
Pacquiao awaits Broner bout in crossroads fight at age 40
Saturday, January 19, 2019
Manny Pacquiao has been beating the odds since he was a teenager in the Philippines stuffing his pockets with metal at weigh-ins so he wouldn't look ...
Trainer Freddie Roach and Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines pose during a final news conference at the MGM Grand Wednesday, April 6, 2016. Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley Jr. will meet for a third fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday.
Trainer Freddie Roach 'hurt' after split from Manny Pacquiao
Friday, April 13, 2018
Manny Pacquiao and trainer Freddie Roach say their 16-year partnership has ended. Pacquiao disclosed his decision Friday ...
Jeff Horn of Australia celebrates after beating Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines during their WBO World Welterweight title fight in Brisbane, Australia, Sunday, July 2, 2017. Pacquiao lost his WBO welterweight world title to Horn in a stunning, unanimous points decision in a Sunday afternoon bout billed as the Battle of Brisbane in front of more than 50,000 people.
Pacquiao loses WBO welterweight title on points to Horn
Saturday, July 1, 2017
Manny Pacquiao lost his WBO welterweight world title to Jeff Horn in a stunning, unanimous points decision in a Sunday afternoon bout billed as the Battle of Brisbane in front ...
Manny Pacquiao, left, and Floyd Mayweather Jr. embrace in the ring at the finish of their welterweight title fight on Saturday, May 2, 2015, in Las Vegas.
Manny Pacquiao won't watch Mayweather-McGregor, says 'it could be very boring'
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
The all-time pay-per-view record was set in 2015, when 4.6 million customers purchased a boxing match between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. If the upcoming Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight is going ...
Manny Pacquiao, left, of the Philippines, and Jessie Vargas pose during a weigh-in, Friday, Nov. 4, 2016, in Las Vegas. The two are scheduled to fight in a welterweight title bout Saturday in Las Vegas.
Jessie Vargas has long dreamed of marquee matchup against Pacquiao
Saturday, November 5, 2016
Las Vegan Jessie Vargas, the World Boxing Organization welterweight champion, will attempt to defend his title against one of the greatest boxers to ever step into the ring ...
In this Friday, May 6, 2016, photo, Congressman Manny Pacquiao, who is running for senator in national elections, smiles from a campaign vehicle during a campaign rally in Navotas north of Manila, Philippines. The boxer appears to have won a seat in the Philippine Senate.
Manny Pacquiao takes a break from politics for boxing
Monday, October 24, 2016
Up until last week, Manny Pacquiao was concentrating on trying to get the death penalty restored in the Philippines ...
Manny Pacquiao celebrates his unanimous-decision win over Timothy Bradley.
Blog: Pacquiao knocks down Bradley twice, wins unanimous decision
Pacquiao breaks Bradley's defensive style after first three rounds
Saturday, April 9, 2016
Timothy Bradley re-watched the two knockdowns he suffered against Manny Pacquiao minutes after their fight concluded Saturday night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. ...
Trainer Freddie Roach and Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines pose during a final news conference at the MGM Grand Wednesday, April 6, 2016. Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley Jr. will meet for a third fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday.
Is Manny Pacquiao’s bout against Timothy Bradley truly his last fight?
Trainer Freddie Roach still thinks Pacquiao has ‘a couple fights left in him’
Friday, April 8, 2016
For years, sports fans have questioned what would happen to boxing without either Floyd Mayweather Jr. or Manny Pacquiao. The answer might begin to reveal itself this weekend. ...
Manny Pacquiao, left, and Timothy Bradley Jr. pose during a news conference in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2016. Pacquiao and Bradley are scheduled to fight on April 9, 2016, in Las Vegas for Bradley's WBO welterweight title.
Pacquiao says he may fight in Olympics if pros allowed
Saturday, April 2, 2016
Manny Pacquiao says he's thinking about fighting for his country in the Olympics this summer if the boxing competition is open to professional fighters ...
Mickey Barba III and his son, Mickey IV, traveled from San Antonio for the Floyd Mayweather Jr.-Manny Pacquiao fight and paid $3,700 for a pair of tickets in the upper deck.
These fans had best seats in house for Mayweather’s win against Pacquiao
Sunday, May 3, 2015
They call this the nosebleed section. There is no direct route to find Section 218, Row L inside the MGM Grand Garden Arena. You climb enough stairs to work up a sweat and feel tightness in your calves, then gingerly step over a few chairs to continue the ascent to the highest part of the arena ...
Mayweather-Pacquiao: Burning questions, bold predictions and everything you need to know
Mayweather-Pacquiao: Burning questions, bold predictions and everything you need to know
Thursday, April 30, 2015
At last, the main event has arrived. Find out why it took so long to get Manny vs. Floyd, what records will be broken, and what's at stake Saturday Night at MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Plastic surgeon Dr. Jeffrey Roth volunteers with Top Rank Boxing, taking care of fighters who need stitches after boxing matches.
Doctor has sewn up his role in boxing
Fighting: Volunteering with Top Rank gives local plastic surgeon thrilling access to fighters
Monday, April 27, 2015
The first time Dr. Jeffrey Roth sewed up Manny Pacquiao, it happened by chance. Since then, Roth has stitched up multiple boxers, including Zab Judah and Antonio Margarito, as a volunteer with promotions company Top Rank Boxing ...
Boxers Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao attend a news conference Wednesday, March 11, 2015, in Los Angeles. The two are scheduled to fight in Las Vegas on May 2.
Las Vegas bullish on Mayweather-Pacquiao megafight
Friday, April 24, 2015
Interested in coming to Vegas to be part of the matchup to end all matchups that Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao are selling? It's gonna cost you. One night next weekend at the MGM Grand, the fight venue, is running $1,600 on Friday or Saturday night. That's more than 13 times the going rate on Sunday ...
People pass by a display of Floyd Mayweather Jr. memorabilia Monday, April 20, 2015, in the lobby of MGM Grand.
Can Mayweather-Pacquiao match the prefight hype?
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Boxing’s fight of the decade, century, or whatever fans want to label it, is inching closer with each day. The prefight hype has reached never-seen-before levels and it’s still more than a week away. At the MGM Grand, where Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao will ...
Boxers Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao face off during a news conference at Nokia Theater on Wednesday, March 11, 2015, in Los Angeles. The welterweights are scheduled to fight Saturday, May 2, at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
In the end, Mayweather Jr.-Pacquiao was destined for Las Vegas
Thursday, March 12, 2015
“I am always proud to fight for the great city of Las Vegas,” Floyd Mayweather Jr., a native Las Vegan, said during Wednesday’s media event announcing the May 2 bout at MGM Grand. “MGM Grand is the best hotel on the planet.”
Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao are shown in this composite from file photos.
Mayweather a betting favorite, but early money wagered on Pacquiao
sports betting:
Friday, February 20, 2015
Floyd Mayweather Jr. is a significant betting favorite against Manny Pacquiao in the much-anticipated welterweight showdown May 2 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Mayweather is projected to earn $120 million for ...
Boxing fans took to social media to say they could do a better job than judge C.J. Ross (pictured between the boxers in the background) during the recent Mayweather/Canelo fight.
The woman who KO’d Manny Pacquiao
Monday, May 12, 2014
http://www.buzzfeed.com/joelanderson/the-woman-who-kod-manny-pacquiao
Manny Pacquiao wins a 12-round unanimous decision over Brandon "Bam Bam" Rios at the Venetian Macao Resort in Macau, China, on Nov. 24, 2013.
Why Manny Pacquiao is coming back to Las Vegas
Sunday, February 9, 2014
When Manny Pacquiao fought last November in Macau, he kept every penny of his $18 million purse. It wasn't taxed. Which might explain why he'd refused to fight in Las Vegas or any other American city in 2013: Uncle Sam's sizeable tax bite.
Manny Pacquiao wins a 12-round unanimous decision over Brandon "Bam Bam" Rios at the Venetian Macao Resort in Macau, China, on Nov. 24, 2013.
Kats in Macau: ‘Clash in Cotai’ is a pummeling by Pacquiao
Saturday, November 23, 2013
We're entering the thick of the holiday season, and Manny Pacquiao showed his Christmas spirit by turning the face of Brandon Rios into Christmas-ornament red. Pacquiao looked polished in every facet of his performance, a dazzling show in the face of his most recent bout when he was knocked out by Juan Manuel Marquez.
Manny Pacquiao arrives with Hall of Fame trainer Freddie Roach at the Venetian Macao in Macau, China, on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013, for his upcoming fight against former world champion Brandon "Bam Bam" Rios.
Kats in Macau: Manny Pacquiao a hit in China; Alicia Keys opens fight weekend with Rounds 1 and 2
Friday, November 22, 2013
Manny Pacquiao says he is looking forward to a return to Macau — but likes Las Vegas, too.
Boxer Manny Pacquiao smiles during a news conference at MGM Grand on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012. Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez will fight for a fourth time in a welterweight bout at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday.
Manny Pacquiao to fight Brandon Rios in China on Nov. 23
Monday, May 6, 2013
Manny Pacquiao will return to the ring Nov. 23 against Brandon Rios at the Macau Venetian resort in China, Pacquiao’s promoter and lead adviser announced Monday.
Juan Manuel Marquez is directed to a neutral corner after knocking out Manny Pacquiao during the sixth round of their welterweight fight at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012.
Next step for Manny Pacquiao uncertain after being floored by Marquez
boxing :
Sunday, December 9, 2012
Like clockwork following each of Manny Pacquiao's dominating victories, one of the first questions asked of promoter Bob Arum always involved a potential mega-fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr. After Saturday night, however, the window to create that fight has soundly closed.
Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao, left, and Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico face off during an official weigh-in at the MGM Grand Garden Arena Friday, Dec. 7, 2012. Pacquiao and Marquez will fight for the fourth time in a welterweight bout at the arena on Saturday. Boxing promoter Bob Arum looks on at center left.
Pacquiao, Marquez make weight for Saturday's sold-out welterweight fight
boxing: Officials from Top Rank announce tickets sold out, netting a gate in excess of $10.5 million
Friday, December 7, 2012
Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez made weight today for their welterweight fight Saturday at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Marquez took to the scales first at the MGM Grand, weighing in at 143 pounds. Pacquiao followed at 147 pounds — the welterweight maximum. This is the fourth, and likely last, fight in a heated series between two fighters that history has proven are evenly matched.
Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao waves to fans after arriving at the MGM Grand Tuesday, December 4, 2012. Pacquiao will take on Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico in a welterweight bout at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday. It will be the fourth time for the boxers to fight each other.
Potential good value in this bet for Saturday's Manny Pacquiao, Juan Manuel Marquez fight
boxing: A $10 wager would net $220 if the fourth fight in this heated series ends in a draw
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
If you are looking for a good value bet this weekend at the sports book, try taking the draw at 22-to-1 in Saturday’s welterweight boxing match at the MGM Grand between Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez.
Manny Pacquiao, right, of the Philippines punches at Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico during their WBO welterweight fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011. Pacquiao won the 12-round fight by majority decision.
Pacquiao's fourth fight with Marquez almost set
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Manny Pacquiao will return to the ring Dec. 8, almost surely in a fourth fight against Mexican rival Juan Manuel Marquez.
Manny Pacquiao punches at Timothy Bradley Jr. during their WBO welterweight title fight at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, June 9, 2012. Bradley won a controversial split decision.
After controversial Pacquiao fight, Sen. Harry Reid proposes boxing legislation
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Manny Pacquiao’s controversial loss to Timothy Bradley Saturday night inspired accusations of fraud, a call for an official state investigation, and now, a push for federal legislation. Nevada Sen. Harry Reid told reporters he would revisit a long-standing boxing bill he’s worked on in the past.
Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines reacts after losing his WBO welterweight title fight against Timothy Bradley Jr. of the U.S. at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, June 9, 2012. Pacquiao lost by split decision.
Arum: Pacquiao, Bradley II not a guarantee
Fighting:
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Bob Arum is changing his tune about a potential rematch fight between Manny Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley. In the post-fight press conference Saturday following Bradley’s controversial split decision victory against Pacquiao for the WBO welterweight title, Arum told Pacquiao he would fulfill the Filipino boxer’s wishes and promote a rematch fight.
Manny Pacquiao punches at Timothy Bradley Jr. during their WBO welterweight title fight at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, June 9, 2012. Bradley won a controversial split decision.
Manny Pacquiao can't overcome 'three blind mice,' Timothy Bradley in welterweight title fight
boxing: Bradley closes strong to capture WBO welterweight title on disputed decision; rematch likely slated for Las Vegas in the fall
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Manny Pacquiao was defeated for the first time in more than seven years Saturday, shockingly dropping a split decision to Timothy Bradley at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in the WBO welterweight title bout.
Timothy Bradley Jr. (L) of the U.S. poses with Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines after their title fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada June 9, 2012. Bradley took Pacquiao's WBO welterweight title by split decision.
Timothy Bradley left to defend himself after controversial victory
Manny Pacquiao, Freddie Roach believe Bradley won a maximum of three rounds
Sunday, June 10, 2012
With a championship belt slung around his shoulder and a smile stretched across his face, Timothy Bradley, Jr. took his time exiting the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday night. Bradley attempted to take in the moment, the one he had spent envisioning for the past three months while going through a training camp he equated to hell. But that fantasy was surely without parts of this reality.
Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao, left, looks on as Timothy Bradley Jr. strikes a pose during an official weigh-in at the MGM Grand Garden Arena Friday, June 8, 2012. Pacquiao will defend his WBO welterweight title against the undefeated Bradley at the arena on Saturday.
Pacquiao, Bradley each make weight for Saturday's title fight
boxing:
Friday, June 8, 2012
Manny Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley each made weight for their WBO welterweight title fight Saturday at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. During Friday afternoon’s weigh-in, Pacquiao tipped the scales at 147 pounds and Bradley was 146. The welterweight maximum in 147.
Boxer Manny Pacquiao attends a news conference at MGM Grand on Wednesday, June 6, 2012. Pacquiao will defend his WBO welterweight title against undefeated boxer Timothy Bradley Jr. at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday.
Lifestyle changes key to Manny Pacquiao's progression as a fighter, person
boxing: Superstar fighter credits a spiritual awakening for his personal growth; set to defend welterweight title against Timothy Bradley
Friday, June 8, 2012
After Manny Pacquiao left the ring following his last fight to a chorus of boos, many of his personal and professional weaknesses were exposed. So he took a long look in the mirror, dedicated himself to his religion and used the awakening to fuel a more intense approach to training.
Manny Pacquiao reacts as undefeated Timothy Bradley Jr. holds an oversized ticket to a rematch during a news conference at MGM Grand on Wednesday, June 6, 2012.
Could Manny Pacquiao meet his match in Timothy Bradley?
BOXING: Bradley hyping a rematch with Pacquiao ahead of Saturday's bout
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Pre-fight press conferences are too mundane for Timothy Bradley. So Bradley brought a prop to the final media function of fight week Wednesday at the MGM Grand. The 5-foot-6 Bradley raised a ticket taller than him over his head as he stood at the podium next to Manny Pacquiao. The stub read, “Bradley vs. Pacquaio 2: World Welterweight Championship Rematch,” scheduled for Nov. 10 at MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Fans of boxer and Filipino congressman Manny Pacquiao chant his name as he arrives at the MGM Grand Tuesday, June 5, 2012. Pacquiao will defend his WBO welterweight title against undefeated boxer Timothy Bradley Jr. at the MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday.
Manny Pacquiao makes a grand entrance at MGM, formally 'arrives' for fight with Timothy Bradley
boxing:
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
The scene in the lobby of the MGM Grand Tuesday resembled one of the Las Vegas Strip property’s popular nightclubs. A disc jockey was stationed near the back of the lobby playing trendy music, dancers performed to a scripted routine and roughly 1,000 patrons jammed into the small area, several documenting the afternoon with pictures and video from their smart phones.
WBO welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao, left, and undefeated WBO junior welterweight champion Timothy Bradley Jr. face off during a press conference in New York City Thursday during a cross-country media tour for their upcoming welterweight title fight. Pacquiao vs Bradley will take place June 9 at the MGM Grand Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
Ticket information for separate fights involving Floyd Mayweather Jr., Manny Pacquiao at the MGM
boxing:
Monday, February 27, 2012
Tickets for Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s May 5 boxing match against Miguel Cotto at the MGM Grand Garden Arena go on sale at 10 a.m. Tuesday. The 12-round fight is for Cotto’s WBA Super welterweight title — a matchup the undefeated Mayweather (42-0, 26 KOs), who is a seven-time, five-division world champion, had to settle for after negotiations with fellow superstar Manny Pacquiao for a megafight fell through yet again.
Manny Pacquiao, right, of the Philippines punches at Juan Manuel Marquez of Mexico during their WBO welterweight fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011. Pacquiao won the 12-round fight by majority decision.
Manny Pacquiao vs. Timothy Bradley official for June 9 in Las Vegas
Bob Arum considers Bradley a tough challenge for Pacquiao
Friday, February 10, 2012
Manny Pacquiao’s return to the ring is now official. Top Rank Boxing President Todd DuBoef confirmed Timothy Bradley signed a contract to fight Pacquiao on June 9 through twitter Friday afternoon.
Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao, left, and Mexican boxer Juan Manuel Marquez pose during a news conference at the MGM Grand Wednesday, November 9, 2011. Pacquiao will face Marquez for the third time when he defends his WBO welterweight title against Marquez at the MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday.
Manny Pacquiao, Juan Manuel Marquez ready for another 12 rounds against each other
boxing: Fighters have already fought two highly contested fights, set for a third Saturday at the MGM
Thursday, November 10, 2011
The hype is on for the return of Manny Pacquiao, boxing’s most exciting fighter, who was last seen headed back to his duties as a congressman in the Philippines after dominating Shane Mosley in a 12-round decision in May.
Floyd Mayweather Jr. answers questions during a post-fight press conference following his fight against Victor Ortiz at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011.
After Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s victory, questions turn immediately to Manny Pacquiao
Fresh off controversial knockout of Victor Ortiz for welterweight title, Mayweather again flooded with questions about potentially facing Manny Pacquiao
Sunday, September 18, 2011
It was only a matter of time until Floyd Mayweather Jr. was asked the question. Mayweather scored a controversial fourth-round knockout Saturday against Victor Ortiz at the MGM Grand Garden Arena to win the WBC welterweight title. But in the post-fight news conference, the talk quickly shifted from the chaos surrounding the end of the fight to what is next in the undefeated Mayweather’s career.
Juan Manuel Marquez (left) and Manny Pacquiao pose for a photo after weighing in for their 2008 bout. Pacquiao won by a split decision as part of his 14 fight winning streak. A deal has nearly been finalized for a third fight between the two.
Tickets for Manny Pacquiao’s November fight on sale Friday, expected to go fast
boxing: Tickets for Pacquiao’s November fight on sale Friday, expected to go fast
Monday, July 18, 2011
Tickets for Manny Pacquiao’s Nov. 12 welterweight title fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena against Juan Manuel Marquez will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday. And if history prevails, a majority of the tickets will be sold by mid-afternoon. When Pacquiao fought Shane Mosley in May, 16,000 tickets were sold during a three-hour stretch on the initial day of sales to leave less than 1,000 available.
Attorney: Mayweather a no-show at federal defamation deposition
Friday, June 17, 2011
The boxing world would like to see Floyd Mayweather Jr. go up against rival boxing champ Manny Pacquiao in the ring. But it seems even a federal judge couldn't get them together today for a deposition.
Manny Pacquiao celebrates his unanimous decision win over Shane Mosely to keep the WBO world welterweight title at MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, May 7, 2011.
Manny Pacquiao drops part of defamation lawsuit, settling with Oscar De La Hoya
boxing: Suit was filed after comments alleging Pacquiao used performance-enhancing drugs
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Boxer Manny Pacquiao settled his defamation lawsuit Tuesday against promoters Oscar De La Hoya and Richard Schaefer of Golden Boy Promotions. Details of the agreement were kept private. The lawsuit, which was filed in December 2009 in Las Vegas federal court, alleged that four individuals — De La Hoya, Schaefer (the CEO of Golden Boy), boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr., and his father, Floyd Sr. — defamed Pacquiao with their public comments alleging he used performance-enhancing drugs.
Juan Manuel Marquez (left) and Manny Pacquiao pose for a photo after weighing in for their 2008 bout. Pacquiao won by a split decision as part of his 14 fight winning streak. A deal has nearly been finalized for a third fight between the two.
Juan Manuel Marquez close to deal to face Manny Pacquiao Nov. 12 in Las Vegas
boxing: Last hurdle is getting approval from Golden Boy Promotions, which has Marquez under contract until March
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
It’s not Floyd Mayweather Jr., but Manny Pacquiao’s next boxing opponent is arguably the next best thing. Juan Manuel Marquez on Tuesday finalized a deal to fight Pacquiao Nov. 12 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, getting one more chance to defeat boxing’s undisputed pound-for-pound champion. They fought to a draw in 2004 and Pacquiao won a split decision in 2008 — two fights that could have easily been scored in favor of Marquez.
Manny Pacquiao celebrates his unanimous decision win over Shane Mosely to keep the WBO World Welterweight Title at MGM Grand Garden Arena Saturday, May 7, 2011.
Juan Manuel Marquez likely to get next crack at slowing down Manny Pacquiao
Pacquiao retains WBO welterweight belt with easy win over aging Shane Mosley
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Manny Pacquiao walked into his post-fight press conference late Saturday night sporting a sharp dark suit and yellow tie. Pacquiao hardly looked like he had just been in a boxing match.
Shane Mosley (L) takes a punch from Manny Pacquiao during their WBO welterweight title fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 7, 2011.
Live Blog: Pacquiao dominates from start to finish, wins unanimous decision
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Manny Pacquiao was the main attraction Saturday on the Las Vegas Strip. He didn't disappoint. Pacquiao scored an unanimous decision victory against Shane Mosley in defense of his WBO welterweight crown, recording a solid knockdown in the third round with a left hand to win convincingly — 119-108, 120-108, 120-107.
Manny Pacquiao uninjured in minor Las Vegas traffic accident
Saturday, May 7, 2011
Boxer Manny Pacquiao was uninjured in a minor car accident today in Las Vegas and his team said he was still set for his fight against Shane Mosley at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Nobody was injured, and no police report was filed.
Manny Pacquiao flexes on the scale during weigh-in at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Friday, May 6, 2011. Pacquiao will defend his WBO welterweight title against Shane Mosley on Saturday.
Pacquiao vs. Mosley: Fighters make weight, remain cordial
Fans pack MGM Grand Garden Arena to catch a glance of Pacquiao a day before the bout
Friday, May 6, 2011
Manny Pacquiao and Shane Mosley may have faced off in one of the least intimidating stare-down photos ever at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. After Pacquiao and Mosley made weight the two approached each other and broke into laughter.
Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao makes his way through the crowd during fighter arrivals in the lobby of the MGM Grand Tuesday, May 3, 2011. Pacquiao will defend a WBO welterweight title against Shane Mosley of Pomona, Calif. at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday.
Manny Pacquiao fight week means big business for struggling Las Vegas
Friday, May 6, 2011
Manny Pacquiao was in no rush. After all, Las Vegas is more than accustomed and willing to wait for boxing’s biggest star. Already 45 minutes late for his arrival at the MGM Grand, Pacquiao patiently waited in his bus.