'I'm back': Manny Pacquiao announces boxing return
Summary
Manny Pacquiao, a famous boxer from the Philippines, announced he will return to boxing. At age 46, he plans to fight Mario Barrios, the WBC welterweight champion, on July 19 in Las Vegas. Pacquiao is aiming to become the oldest welterweight world champion.Key Facts
- Manny Pacquiao is 46 years old.
- He last fought almost four years ago, in August 2021.
- Pacquiao will fight Mario Barrios, the WBC welterweight champion, on July 19.
- Pacquiao aims to be the oldest welterweight champion in history.
- He previously became the oldest welterweight champion by winning against Keith Thurman in 2019.
- The WBC recently ranked Pacquiao number five in their list of fighters.
- The WBC president confirmed Pacquiao is medically cleared and licensed to fight.
- Pacquiao has tried to enter politics but was not elected to the Philippines senate recently.
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