Manny Pacquiao Announces Comeback to Boxing at Age 46

Sun Jul 13 2025 15:43:22 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Manny Pacquiao Announces Comeback to Boxing at Age 46

The boxing legend plans to face WBC champion Mario Barrios in a highly anticipated match this July.


Manny Pacquiao, the iconic boxer with a storied career, has declared his intention to return to the ring, revitalizing excitement among fans and sparking discussions about age and athleticism in sports.



Manny Pacquiao, the renowned Filipino boxer, has sent shockwaves through the boxing community with his recent announcement of a comeback at the age of 46. Almost four years since his last match, Pacquiao revealed he will face WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on July 19 in Las Vegas. This bold move aims to establish him as the oldest welterweight champion in history.

In a brief yet compelling message on social media, Pacquiao declared, “I’m back. Let’s make history.” The excitement surrounding his return is amplified by his previous record where he became the oldest welterweight champion at age 40, after defeating Keith Thurman in 2019 for the WBA (Super) world title. This decision was met with both intrigue and skepticism, particularly after the WBC reinstated him to their rankings at number five last week amidst growing speculations of his boxing return.

WBC president Mauricio Suliman defended this contentious reinstatement, emphasizing Pacquiao’s compliance with all necessary medical assessments and licensing in Nevada, paving the way for his upcoming bout. Pacquiao's last encounter, held in August 2021, ended in a defeat by points against Yordenis Ugas.

Packaging an illustrious career as a four-time welterweight champion with an overall record of 62 fights, 8 losses, and 2 draws, Pacquiao’s journey from the ring to politics has been equally notable. Despite his prior efforts in seeking a Senate seat in the Philippines, his recent failure to secure election prompts discussions on the intersection of sports and political aspirations.

As fans eagerly await the match, Pacquiao’s return signals not just a chapter in his personal legacy but also raises questions about the evolving nature of age and prowess in professional sports. The community reflects on what this comeback means for not only Pacquiao but also the future of boxing.

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