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MANILA, PHILIPPINES – MAY 19: < Manny Pacquiao poses for a portrait during a training session at the Elorde boxing Gym on May 19, 2017 in Manila, Philippines. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

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MANILA, PHILIPPINES – MAY 19: < Manny Pacquiao poses for a portrait during a training session at the Elorde boxing Gym on May 19, 2017 in Manila, Philippines. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)
Reports of Manny Pacquiao consenting to a match with an unforeseen opponent has left the worldwide boxing fandom in a state of disbelief. The announcement has incited a flurry of reactions within the boxing community, with numerous fans questioning the rationale behind the seasoned boxer’s decision. While some fans are eagerly anticipating the collision of them both, others have labeled the forthcoming bout as “ridiculous” and a “meaningless ploy to earn money.”
Despite the polarizing opinions, the potential match has already created a significant buzz, with speculation rife about the ultimate victor. The decision to face this particular opponent has raised eyebrows, and many are left pondering what led to this unexpected matchup.
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IFL TV Tweet Confirms Manny Pacquiao’s potential Matchup
In a surprising turn of events, Manny Pacquiao’s advisor, Sean Gibbons, confirmed via PlanetSport that a deal has been agreed for Pacquiao to fight none other than Conor Benn. This announcement was posted on Twitter by IFL TV with the caption, “Manny Pacquiao’s advisor, Sean Gibbons, has confirmed that a deal has been agreed for Pacquiao to fight Conor Benn and he is awaiting a response from Eddie Hearn 😮🤔 Who wins?” While some fans see it as an interesting fight, others are outraged at the prospect of Pacquiao fighting a “doper”. This refers to Benn’s previous ban from boxing after he tested positive for a banned substance in late 2022.
Manny Pacquiao's advisor, Sean Gibbons, has confirmed that a deal has been agreed for Pacquiao to fight Conor Benn and he is awaiting a response from Eddie Hearn 😮
🤔 Who wins?
(Source: @PlanetSportcom)#BennPacquiao #BoxingNews #ConorBenn #MannyPacquiao pic.twitter.com/f10iv3kiSG
— IFL TV (@IFLTV) April 13, 2023
One fan, @jamesset1994, went as far as to say that the fight tarnishes Pacquiao’s legacy, writing, “Who cares? Shame on Manny for taking it! Tarnishes him a bit IMO fighting a doper.”
Who cares? Shame on manny for taking it! Tarnishes him a bit IMO fighting a doper
— James CFC (@jamesset1994) April 13, 2023
Some fans like @Grahamw82215049 find the fight interesting, saying, “Interesting fight Connor probably didn’t have any better options.”
Interesting fight connor probably didn't,t have any better options
— Graham walker (@Grahamw82215049) April 13, 2023
However, others like @Richard04678468 believe that Benn should be banned from the sport, stating, “Who cares. He should be banned.”
Who cares. He should be banned
— Richard (@Richard04678468) April 13, 2023
@ChrisOneil0508 said, “No 1 wins, boxing loses. Young drug cheat fights old inactive great. Absolutely pointless money grab on all sides.” He is very negative about the fight, stating that nobody wins and that it’s just a pointless money grab on all sides. He also refers to Conor Benn as a “drug cheat”.
No 1 wins, boxing loses. Young drug cheat fights old inactive great. Absolutely pointless money grab on all sides
— Chris again (@ChrisOneil0508) April 13, 2023
Even @Cheeko8019, is critical of the fight, calling it ridiculous, but also suggests that he may tune in if Benn gets knocked out., saying, “Ridiculous… I’ll only watch this on replay if Benn gets ironed out.”
Ridiculous… I’ll only watch this on replay if Benn gets ironed out.
— Never you mind (@Cheeko8019) April 13, 2023
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In conclusion, the potential matchup between Manny Pacquiao and Conor Benn has certainly stirred up mixed reactions from boxing fans. As we await further developments on whether this bout will actually come to fruition, one question remains.
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Who do you think would come out on top in a matchup between Pacquiao and Benn? Let us know in the comments down below.
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