Manny Pacquiao is getting ready to step back into the ring this weekend. The Filipino fighting legend will face Mario Barrios for the WBC belt at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
At 46 years old, Pacquiao aims to break his own record as the oldest welterweight champion. He first set this record in 2019 at the age of 40. The eight-division world champion's return has got people talking, with some supporting his comeback and others questioning it.
Pacquiao's training with Freddy Roach has been open for fans to see. The goal? To show everyone he's still got what it takes to win. Two-weight world champion Teofimo Lopez visited Pacquiao's training camp and left impressed.
"What Manny Pacquiao is doing at this age, that's different. High spirits, energised, motivated determined, and I look forward to seeing him, raise his hands again, become World champion once again."
Lopez shared these thoughts in an interview with Fight Hype, predicting a clear win for Pacquiao.
Not everyone agrees with the WBC's decision to give Pacquiao a title shot. Critics say it's based on his past achievements rather than his current ranking. WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman defended the choice, saying their rules allow special treatment for returning 'legends'.
While some in the boxing world support Pacquiao's comeback, others are more cautious. Promoter Bob Arum, for example, thinks the comeback isn't a good idea.
The upcoming title fight has caught the attention of boxing fans worldwide. They're eager to see if Pacquiao can turn back the clock and claim another world title at 46.
