“Philippine will go out to the ring against the WBC title owner Mario Barrios”, – WRITE: Sport.ua
The boxer is expected to fight for the world title against American Mario Barrios (29–2–1, 18 KO), which owns the WBC title. In the near future, the parties are preparing an official announcement of a future match.
The influential promoter El Heimon and his company Premier Boxing Champions have booked the famous T-Mobile arena in Las Vegas (USA). The return of the Philippine legend will take place on July 19.
In his professional career, Pakiao conducted 72 matches, in which he won 62 victories (39 by knockout), suffered eight defeats and twice raised the fight.
The last time the boxer went to the ring in a professional duel in August 2021 – gave way to a unanimous decision of Judges of Cuban Jordenis Ugasu. Barrrios in November last year could not overcome the compatriot Abel Ramos, the judges recorded a draw.
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