At 46 years old, Pacquiao's comeback raises eyebrows in the boxing world. The only eight-division world champion will take on Barrios, the current WBC welterweight champion who's 16 years his junior.
During a press conference in Las Vegas, Pacquiao shared his excitement about the upcoming fight.
"Boxing is my passion. I'm excited to be here, and I thank God for having good health and being able to fight again."
When asked about potential future matchups against fighters like Rolando Romero, Ryan Garcia, or Gervonta Davis, Pacquiao kept his focus on the task at hand.
"One at a time. We'll see after this fight. I can't say what will happen, but first we have to win this fight."
Pacquiao's return to the ring sparks debates among boxing fans and experts. Many wonder if he can still compete at a high level against younger opponents after such a long break. The age gap between Pacquiao and his potential rivals adds another layer of uncertainty to his comeback.
Sports analyst Chris Mannix weighed in on the situation, saying that the outcome of the Barrios fight will likely determine Pacquiao's future in boxing. If Pacquiao loses, it might spell the end of his career. A win, however, could open doors to more fights, though nothing is certain.
In earlier interviews, Pacquiao showed openness to future matchups, including a potential bout with Gervonta Davis.
"Gervonta Davis is a good fighter. If he goes up to 147 pounds, maybe we can fight at 145. I'm not worried."
For now, all eyes are on Pacquiao as he prepares to face Barrios. The boxing world waits to see if the Filipino legend can turn back the clock one more time and prove he still has what it takes to compete at the highest level.