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Why Manny Pacquiao Believes that, Even at 46, an Upset Could Be Brewing Against Mario Barrios on Saturday

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, JUL 19 – At age 46, Manny Pacquiao aims to become the oldest welterweight champion again and possibly set up a billion-dollar rematch with Floyd Mayweather, his first fight since 2021 retirement.

  • On Saturday, July 19, 2025, Manny Pacquiao will face Mario Barrios at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
  • Amid his four-year hiatus, Pacquiao says his comeback is driven by preserving his competitive legacy rather than money.
  • Pacquiao said `Floyd Mayweather has a lot of excuses`, underscoring his preparation of 33 consecutive rounds of sparring.
  • Reports from Lance Pugmire indicate rematch stakes evaporate if Pacquiao loses to Barrios, and Mayweather, 48, will still be ringside.
  • If he wins, Pacquiao will become the oldest welterweight titlist and the bout may serve as the opening chapter to a dramatic final act.
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He is 46 years old and that doesn’t take away his dream that he isn’t the favorite in mummies. Pacman remembers that this happened before and came out with his arm up. After four years of his last fight, Manny Pacquiao returns to the ring to face Mario Barrios this weekend for the Welter scepter of the World Boxing Council (CMB), a lawsuit that will be held in Las Vegas. “I’m here again for another big fight. I’m very grateful for the hobby for …

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FightBook MMA broke the news in on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
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