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Fortune boldly tells everyone Pacquiao to knock out younger Barrios »
LAS VEGAS—There’s a possibility that Saturday’s WBC world welterweight title fight doesn’t go the distance. And Justine Fortune, Manny Pacquiao’s strength and conditioning coach, gladly explained why it is the Filipino ring icon who would be walking away with a KO victory. Pacquiao comes out of retirement for a stab at a ninth world title at MGM Grand here against defending champion Mario Barrios, whom Fortune practically described as someone way out…
2 hours ago / Read More »Training with Pacquiao gives Eumir Marcial extra push »
For more Pacquiao vs Barrios stories: The Pacquiao Files LAS VEGAS–Manny Pacquiao was just early into his training at Knuckheads Gym on Wednesday when he stopped in the middle of his shadowboxing. Looking by the doorway, Pacquiao asked “Where’s Eumir (Marcial)?” READ: Head-clear Eumir Marcial ready for biggest pro fight After a few minutes, Eumir Marcial walked in, stepped into the ring and trained alongside his idol, mentor and soon-to-be trainer. “It was my first time…
12 hours ago / Read More »Pacquiao resumes grind in Las Vegas, mindful of body at 46 »
For more Pacquiao vs Barrios stories: The Pacquiao Files LAS VEGAS–From the hand speed, footwork, and punching power, not much has changed for Manny Pacquiao. But recovery is a different story. After coming back from a four-year retirement, the 46-year-old Pacquiao admits he is still getting used to the changes. READ: As always, Pacquiao refuses to ease up on training “Training’s been OK. I’m just being careful with my body recovery. It’s hard to…
18 hours ago / Read More »Manny Pacquiao hell-bent on becoming world champion anew »
LAS VEGAS–Manny Pacquiao may be standing at the doorstep of history, but breaking records is just secondary to his main goal of becoming world champion again. Pacquiao will hit two birds with one stone with a victory on Saturday here–set records and regain his world champion status–but his eyes are on the ultimate prize: The WBC welterweight crown currently held by Mario Barrios. READ: Pacquiao solves lingering cramps issue ahead of Barrios…
2 days ago / Read More »WATCH: How does Mario Barrios stack up against Pacquiao? »
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-MOGuTE9u0s For more Pacquiao vs Barrios stories: The Pacquiao Files WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios may hold the title, but he remains relatively under the radar as he looks to gain recognition by facing global boxing icon Manny Pacquiao. Inquirer’s Francis Ochoa and Marc Anthony Reyes discuss Barrios’ credentials and how he stacks up against Pacquiao in Part 2 of our special podcast series. PART 1: Breaking down Manny Pacquiao’s boxing return at 46…
2 days ago / Read More »Pacquiao solves lingering cramps issue ahead of Barrios bout »
For more Pacquiao vs Barrios stories: The Pacquiao Files HOLLYWOOD—Manny Pacquiao said he finally found the remedy to the curious case of his leg cramps that had plagued his career for decades. The culprit, according to Pacquiao, was nothing scientific, and solving it didn’t require any expertise. All it took was a minor tweak to his everyday routine. He just hoped to have found out about it sooner. “It took me 20 years to…
2 days ago / Read More »Bernard Hopkins backs Manny Pacquiao to upset Mario Barrios »
MANILA, Philippines–If there’s one who can fully relate to Manny Pacquiao and fighting at an advanced age, it’s Bernard Hopkins. Hopkins is the oldest boxer to win a world title after he unified the light heavyweight belts at 49 years old with a split decision victory over Beibut Shumenov in April 2014. READ: Who is Mario Barrios? Meet Manny Pacquiao's comeback opponent Pacquiao will attempt to become the second oldest fighter in boxing…
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