Filipino boxing legend, Manny Pacquiao, is one of the most loved athletes in the world. Pacquiao holds the record for the highest-selling PPV fight in boxing with 4,600,000 buys, at his fight against undefeated fighter Floyd Mayweather. Despite losing the fight, he gave Mayweather one of the hardest challenges.

Many people believed that the Filipino had done enough to get the win. It appears he might have a chance to avenge that loss. The Filipino had announced that he would be putting on the boxing gloves again to Fight Floyd Mayweather in 2024. But the fight against Floyd Mayweather isn’t the only fight that ‘Pacman’ is training for.

Manny Pacquiao announces rematch against Mayweather and other fights

Manny Pacquiao during the New Year’s event at the Saitama Super Arena in Japan, officially announced his fight against Floyd Mayweather. Given that his fight against Mayweather was the highest-selling PPV fight of all time, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see just as many people tune in to watch the exhibition match.

However, Pacquiao aims to fight against more people and not just against Mayweather. In a recent announcement by a reputed sports journalist, Michael Benson, he claimed that the boxing legend would be eyeing to fight against some of the biggest names In boxing and combat sports.

At the Age of 45, Manny Pacquiao would look to fight against the likes of Gervonta Davis, Ryan Garcia, and even former UFC double champion, Conor McGregor claiming that it would be a sensational event in Saudi Arabia, stating “His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, loves big events, and he’s putting on the best events. It’s a very intriguing and fun fight bringing two of the biggest names together in combat sports.”

The fight announcement came as a surprise for most of the fans, which prompted a wide array of reactions.

Fans react to the announcement made by ‘Pacman’

Here are some of the reactions to the post on Facebook.
A fan praised the Filipino legend wishing him the best on his upcoming journey;
“Brave fighter Manny,good luck!”

Another was critical of the champion as he wrote;
“Bad decision Champ …. there’s a saying the mind is willing but the body doesn’t listen. Stay retired and enjoy your family and life ..”

A fan commented on the post claiming that the decision to fight again isn’t a wise decision for Pacquiao;
“Sir Manny Pacquiao has nothing left to prove; if he loves himself and his family, he should not come back! Just my opinion!”

Another went on to support the Pacman on his rematch against Mayweather.
“Reset the score Pacquiao vs Mayweather”

One fan praised Pacquiao for trying to fight again, but claimed that he should just enjoy retirement;
“Good to hear that youre still trying to go for the prime fighters but it will be bad for you. just enjoy the retirement Manny.”

A fan was critical of the Filipino legend, predicting his downfall;
“very sad story he will live to regret this stupid decision”

Another fan claimed that he would fight Gervonte Davis;
“He’s going to fight Tank”

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What do you think about the PacMan’s return inside the boxing ring? Should he continue after his exhibition fight against Floyd Mayweather? Or should he retire? Let us know in the comments section below.

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