Manny Pacquiao, the boxing legend at 46, inches closer to a potential fight with Ryan Garcia, surprising many with his enduring zeal. Boxing fans might soon witness what seemed like a long shot not too long ago.
Pacquiao returned spectacularly to professional boxing, facing Mario Barrios. Although his performance impressed, it ended in a draw, keeping the [WBC welterweight title](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WBC) out of reach. However, his showing reignited excitement for future matches.
Sean Gibbons, Pacquiao's advisor, hints at the future with plans already unfolding. "If Ryan (Garcia) beats (Mario) Barrios," he says, "Manny Pacquiao against Garcia is a natural fight."
Meanwhile, Gibbons has more insights into Pacquiao’s path forward. He mentions that talks are underway for a matchup between Pacquiao and Rolly Romero as early as March. Romero recently triumphed over Garcia last May and now seeks an exception from the WBA for this bout.
Success against Rolly Romero would pave way for intrigue around another fight. Sean Gibbons sets high expectations by emphasizing that "ongoing conversations" are in motion regarding these potential bouts. If both Pacquiao and Ryan Garcia defeat their respective opponents in set fights against [Barrios](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/WBA) and Romero then young contenders may face off soon enough.
History beckons if Pacquiao wins. He'll turn 47 on December 17th making any victory even more memorable for boxing archives worldwide!
