PHILIPPINE Sports Commission (PSC) chair William “Butch” Ramirez predicts a knockout win by Manny Pacquaio over Oscar Larios within five rounds in their Mano A Mano clash at the Araneta Coliseum today.
Ramirez, in a recent visit here, said: “Pacquaio has what it takes to win the fight but we can’t underestimate his opponent who is a former world champion.”
He said it would be an exciting bout to watch, encouraging Filipinos to be one in hoping and praying for the success of the country’s boxing icon.
“We, all, can get inspiration from Manny. His passion and determination to excel are worth to be emulated by all of us, athletes and non-athletes alike,” he said.
Pacquiao’s American coach Freddie Roach earlier predicted a sixth round knockout by his ward. Davao City Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte also shared the same view.
Duterte said, “I go by Roach’s prediction. Pacquaio will come out the winner.”
Meanwhile, ABS-CBN Davao will put up giant screens featuring the network’s coverage on the bout in four malls — Gaisano South Citimall, NCCC Mall, Gaisano Mall of Davao and Victoria Plaza Mall starting at 10 a.m.
SM City Davao cinemas will show a live feed of Mano A Mano via pay per view. (MLSA)
