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Pacquiao closes on return after election loss: ‘Looks that way’
World Boxing News has learned that Manny Pacquiao looks to be returning after losing the Philippine Senate election. Mario Barrios’ trainer, Bob Santos, has regularly informed WBN of the situation. The former…
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Minnesota, Indiana Back Again in the Eastern and Western Conference Finals
The Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated the Stephen Curry-less Golden State Warriors with a fifth-game 121-110 victory at the Target Center in Minneapolis. The Timberwolves thus joined the Indiana Pacers, also a 4-1 series…
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Floyd Mayweather Sr Didn’t Hesitate When Asked If His Son Plans To Make A Comeback Like Pacquiao
Manny Pacquiao is set to make a sensational return to boxing in a matter of weeks and some boxing fans have speculated whether Floyd Mayweather Jr could follow suit. Pacquiao will face…
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Manny Pacquiao concedes after 18th-place finish in Philippine Senatorial election; ring return imminent
Manny Pacquiao will not enter the International Boxing Hall of Fame as a sitting senator. The former eight-division champion was unsuccessful in his bid for a second run as a senator, conceding…
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Arum downplays ‘Thrilla’ rematch
Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum feels Mexican banger Emanuel Navarrete won’t be ready to face Charly Suarez in time for the 50th year celebration of the Thrilla in Manila on 28…
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In Jonathan’s memory
Jonathan Peñalosa. Former WBA flyweight title challenger and boxing coach Jonathan Peñalosa passed away at 9:30 pm last April 28, succumbing to colon cancer a week before he would’ve turned 58. But…
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WATCH: HITCHINS AND KAMBOSOS JR IN INTENSE FACE-OFF WITH ONE MONTH UNTIL NYC SHOWDOWN
Tickets on sale now as Brooklyn ace defends World crown against Australian former ruler on June 14 Richardson Hitchins and George Kambosos Jr met in an intense face-off in New York as…
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Toledo-Xignex Trojans finally win the PCAP online team chess tournament
The Toledo Xignex Trojans finally won the Professional Chess Association of the Philippines (PCAP) online team chess tournament through the Chess.com platform on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. The Atty. Jeah Gacang, Sir…
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Former WBA Super Bantamweight Champion Nazarena Romero to Exercise Immediate Rematch Clause Against Mayelli Flores Rosquero
May 14, 2025 – Now former WBA Super Bantamweight World Champion Nazarena “Capricho” Romero will be immediately exercising her contracted rematch clause against new champion Mayelli Flores Rosquero. Cordoba, Argentina’s Romero (14-1-2,…
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Oscar De La Hoya: Golden and talented
A little over 30 years ago, Oscar De La Hoya captured his first of eight world titles. De La Hoya stopped one Jimmi Bredahl, who entered the ring as the reigning WBO…
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Pacquiao’s Controversial WBC Ranking Explained: “Legend” Status Cited Amid July Return
The boxing world is buzzing after the World Boxing Council (WBC) ranked the 46-year-old Manny Pacquiao at number five in the welterweight division, despite his four-year hiatus from the ring. This move…
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No-contest ruling awaited
The word is the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) will declare the recent WBO superfeatherweight title fight between defending champion Emanuel Navarrete and Charly Suarez a no-contest as if it never happened.…
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FISHER VS. ALLEN 2 + UNDERCARD FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES
Eddie Hearn, Matchroom Sport Chairman: "Welcome to a lovely evening in London ahead of what will be a wild night at the Copper Bosh on Saturday. It’s going to be nice and…
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Tyler Langer Defeats Raphael Carolina By Unanimous Decision in Headline Bout of Jeter Promotions Card at Rosecroft Raceway in Fort Washington, Maryland
Nasheed Smith, Ezri Turner, Nico Woods & Bradley Scott Stay Undefeated Fort Washington, MD (May 14, 2025)-Tyler Langer won a six-round unanimous decision to win the NBA Cruiserweight Title over Raphael Carolina…
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Bob Arum Sends 5 Word Warning To Manny Pacquiao On World Title Fight Comeback Against Barrios
Bob Arum has sent a stern word of warning to the returning Manny Pacquiao. The 46-year-old from the Philippines will face WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios at an unconfirmed location in the…
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Manny Pacquiao’s ‘Disgraceful’ Return To Boxing Put On Blast By Analyst
On May 8, it was announced that former eight-time world champion and boxing legend Manny Pacquiao would be returning to the ring to fight WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios later this summer.…
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Canelo vs. Crawford Bout Faces Date and Venue Shift
In a surprising turn of events, the highly anticipated super fight between undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Álvarez and undefeated welterweight king Terence Crawford has undergone a change in date and venue.…
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Manny Pacquiao eyes October WBC title defense in Manila
World Boxing News understands Manny Pacquiao aims to defend the WBC welterweight title in the Philippines if successful against Mario Barrios. Pacquiao will announce his boxing match with Barrios in the coming…
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‘Not emotionally damaged’: Tszyu speaks on bloody title revenge, makes major Pacquiao call
Australia’s Tim Tszyu insists he carries no “emotional damage” from last year’s unforgettable Las Vegas bloodbath with Sebastian Fundora – and has already cleared space in his cupboard for the towering American’s…
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BoxingScene roundtable: Thoughts on Manny Pacquiao’s return
Manny Pacquiao, now 46 years old, is strongly rumored to return to the ring in July to fight WBC welterweight titleholder Mario Barrios. Pacquiao was last seen in an official fight in…
