Manny Pacquiao's got a new fight lined up. The 46-year-old Filipino boxing legend will face Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title after being away from the ring for four years.
Pacquiao's return has caught the attention of Ignacio 'Nacho' Beristain, a well-known Mexican trainer who's helped create many world champions. Beristain thinks Pacquiao will win big against Barrios.
"There is no doubt that he is going to beat that fighter, because he is worse than hell. If he wins, for boxing it will be better because Pacquiao is Pacquiao,"Beristain said, not holding back his thoughts on Barrios.
The trainer believes Pacquiao's skills and experience will overcome Barrios' youth advantage. Barrios, the current interim WBC welterweight champion, is 16 years younger than Pacquiao.
Beristain emphasized how special Pacquiao is to the sport.
"There will be no other Pacquiao, just as there will be no other Juan Manuel Marquez for a long time, that fighter is different. Boxing is waiting again for the name of Pacquiao to sound again,"he added.
Pacquiao's return is a big deal for boxing. He's the only fighter to win world titles in eight different weight classes. Even though he's been retired, he's still seen as the most profitable Filipino boxer.
This fight is crucial for Pacquiao's legacy. He's already achieved so much, but now he's got a chance to prove he can still compete at the highest level. It's also bringing global attention back to boxing.
Barrios will have his work cut out for him. He might be younger and the current champion, but he's facing a legend of the sport. Pacquiao's experience and skill level make him a tough opponent for anyone, regardless of age.
As the fight approaches, fans and experts alike will be watching closely. Will Pacquiao's return be triumphant, or will Barrios use his youth to his advantage? Only time will tell, but one thing's for sure - the boxing world is excited to see Pacquiao back in action.
