Manny Pacquiao News
Ryan Garcia announces boxing match against Manny Pacquiao is on for late 2024: "Let's get it!"
Josh Evanoff - July 31, 2024
It appears that Ryan Garcia and Manny Pacquiao will collide in an exhibition boxing match later this year. ‘KingRy’ and ‘PacMan’ were in Japan for the massive Super RIZIN 3 card on Saturday. For his part, Manny Pacquiao competed in his second exhibition, facing former K-1 champion Rukiya Anpo. The Japanese kickboxer was recently seen sparring with former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland and wanted to upset the boxing legend.
WATCH | Ryan Garcia faces off with Manny Pacquiao after 'PacMan' returns at Super RIZIN 3
Josh Evanoff - July 29, 2024
It appears that a boxing match between the legendary Manny Pacquiao and Ryan Garcia could be next. ‘PacMan’ retired following a unanimous decision loss to Yordenis Ugas back in August 2021. At 42 years old, and a lifetime of damage from the boxing ring, the decision made sense. Since then, Manny Pacquiao has competed in exhibition contests, similar to his longtime foe Floyd Mayweather. However, he’s since shown interest in a return to the professional ranks.
REPORT | Manny Pacquiao booked for fall return against WBC champion Mario Barrios
Josh Evanoff - June 28, 2024
It seems that boxing legend Manny Pacquiao will return to the ring later this year against Mario Barrios. ‘PacMan’ has been out of the boxing ring since a unanimous decision loss to Yordenis Ugas in August 2021. Following that defeat, Manny Pacquiao retired from professional boxing. However, much like his rival Floyd Mayweather, he has continued to compete in exhibition contests. Pacquiao is currently set to compete in another exhibition later this year in the RIZIN ring.
Tyron Woodley blasts "greedy" Manny Pacquiao for stalled boxing fight talks
Curtis Calhoun - April 1, 2024
Former UFC champion Tyron Woodley says Manny Pacquiao is attempting to financially sabotage their potential boxing showdown. Woodley recently revealed discussions are ongoing with Pacquiao and his team about a boxing match for this summer. He hasn’t fought in boxing since a knockout loss to Jake Paul in December 2021.
Conor McGregor shows interest in December boxing match with Manny Pacquiao: "It's still there"
Josh Evanoff - March 5, 2024
Former UFC two-weight champion Conor McGregor is down to face Manny Pacquiao in boxing. ‘The Notorious’ is currently awaiting his return to the octagon. Conor McGregor famously broke his leg in his July 2021 trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier, and he’s been on the sidelines since then. As of now, the Irishman is hoping to return to the UFC cage later this year against Michael Chandler.
Floyd Mayweather slams Manny Pacquiao for prematurely announcing rematch: "Time and a place"
Josh Evanoff - February 20, 2024
It appears that boxing legend Floyd Mayweather is unhappy with Manny Pacquiao’s announcement in December. At RIZIN 45 late last year, Manny Pacquiao was in attendance. Midway through the show, the previously retired boxer headed into the ring alongside promoter Nobuyuki Sakakibara. There, the former eight-division champion confirmed plans to fight in 2024 and even announced plans to rematch Floyd Mayweather.
Manny Pacquiao officially "out of retirement", targets Conor McGregor fight: "Two of the biggest names together"
Josh Evanoff - February 2, 2024
Boxing legend Manny Pacquaio is out of retirement, and he wants to face Conor McGregor. ‘PacMan’ retired from professional boxing following a 2021 unanimous decision loss to Yordenis Ugas. However, almost as soon as Manny Pacquiao retired from boxing, he began to tease a comeback. Many figured that the boxer retired from fighting, mainly to focus on his run for President of the Philippines.
RIZIN announces Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao 2 for 2024
Josh Evanoff - January 2, 2024
It appears that boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will be running it back in RIZIN. ‘PacMan’ appeared at RIZIN 45 over the weekend for a special appearance. While Manny Pacquiao didn’t fight anyone, he did make an important announcement about his boxing future. Standing alongside promoter Nobuyuki Sakakibara, he announced a rematch with Floyd Mayweather.
Conor McGregor reacts after Paradigm Sports Management wins $5.1 million in breach of contract case with Manny Pacquiao
Susan Cox - May 4, 2023
Conor McGregor is reacting after Paradigm Sports Management won $5.1 million in a breach of contract case with Manny Pacquiao. Paradigm Sports Management, who also represent Conor McGregor, won a legal battle against boxing legend Manny Pacquiao. The civil case was filed in the Superior Court of Orange County, California.
Paradigm wins court case against Manny Pacquiao, boxer forced to pay $8 million: "Hopefully, Manny will have learned a lesson from the verdict"
Cole Shelton - May 3, 2023
Paradigm has won its court case against Manny Pacquiao. Back in January, Paradigm alleged that Pacquiao breached his contract with the management company, and claimed they suffered more than $20 million in damages for Pacquiao not honoring the contract.
Floyd Mayweather and KSI to possibly face Manny Pacquiao and Salt Papi in tag-team boxing match
Josh Evanoff - March 13, 2023
Misfits Boxing is seemingly closing in on its most bizarre matchup yet. The promotion was started by YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI last year. The Brit has fought in his own promotion several times, scoring knockout wins over names such as Swarmz, Luis Alcaraz Pineda, and Faze Temper. Over the last few months, he’s targeted a matchup with a longtime rival, Jake Paul.
Report | Manny Pacquiao set to take on Kota Ibushi in Japan
Susan Cox - February 3, 2023
Manny Pacquiao is set to take on Kota Ibushi in Japan. Yes, a recent report from Tokyo Sports indicates that the Boxing Hall of Famer, Pacquiao is set to match up with Kota Ibushi in his debut with the Japanese MMA promotion RIZIN.
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao announces end of retirement to challenge Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr.
Josh Evanoff - December 9, 2022
Manny Pacquiao is out of retirement and has some big names in mind. ‘PacMan’ has been out of action since a showdown with Yordenis Ugas last August. The bout was a short-notice one for the Cuban. Pacquiao was previously slated to face Errol Spence Jr., but he was forced to withdraw due to injury.
Manny Pacquiao denies cheating allegations made by veteran boxing referee: "We didn’t cheat, we were just favored"
Lewis Simpson - December 5, 2022
Manny Pacquiao denies the cheating allegations made by a boxing referee who once refereed his bout 22 years ago. Pacquaio has recently been under the microscope, with his name being somewhat tarnished in the world of boxing. Boxing referee, Carlos Padilla, took charge of a contest between Pacquaio and Nedal Hussein in 2000. Padilla revealed he extended the standing eight-count by eight seconds when Pacquaio was planted to the canvas in the fourth round.
Veteran referee admits he cheated in order to ensure a Manny Pacquiao victory in 2000
Harry Kettle - November 30, 2022
Referee Carlos Padilla has admitted he cheated in order to help Manny Pacquiao avoid defeat against Nedal Hussein. Within the boxing community, few fighters are as beloved as Manny Pacquiao.
Frankie Edgar confirms retirement at UFC 281 is set in stone but is open to possible big boxing match: "If Manny Pacquiao wants to do an exhibition"
Josh Evanoff - November 9, 2022
UFC bantamweight champion Frankie Edgar’s MMA career is coming to a close, but he’s open to other ventures. ‘The Answer’ has been out of action since his knockout loss to Marlon Vera last November. The loss was Edgar’s fourth in his last five contests, and his second straight stoppage. Following the defeat, the New Jersey native was quiet as to his future.
Michael Bisping scolds Manny Pacquiao for making excuses following loss to Yordenis Ugas: "Seems these days some are man enough to fight but not man enough to accept the result"
Christopher Taylor - August 25, 2021
Michael Bisping was not impressed that Manny Pacquiao decided to make excuses instead of accepting his loss to Yordenis Ugas like a man. Pacquiao squared off with Ugas in his first boxing match in over two years this past weekend. Although ‘Pacman’ was the betting favorite heading into the fight, Ugas was able to execute a seemingly perfect gameplan to pull off the upset.
Manny Pacquiao issues statement following boxing loss to Yordenis Ugas
Adam D Martin - August 23, 2021
Legendary boxer Manny Pacquiao issued a statement following his unanimous decision boxing loss to Yordenis Ugas this past Saturday night. Ugas outpointed Pacquiao and picked up a unanimous decision win in Las Vegas in what was an upset at the sportsbooks. Taking to his social media in the days following the loss, Pacquiao issued a statement where he thanked his fans for their support, congratulated Ugas on his victory, and apologized to his supporters for not being able to get the victory.