Upcoming Fight Card for Pacquiao vs. Barrios
World Boxing News has recently shared updates regarding the highly anticipated undercard for the Pacquiao vs. Barrios fight set for July 19 at Las Vegas’s MGM Grand Garden Arena. This spectacle, which is part of a Premier Boxing Champions Pay-Per-View event, will not only feature a rematch between heavyweight fighters Sebastian Fundora and Tim Tszyu but also an exciting array of other bouts.
Key Matchups
In an exciting development, Mexican fighter Isaac Cruz is scheduled to square off against Angel Fierro in a rematch, reigniting their fierce rivalry from their previous encounter at the T-Mobile Arena in February, which took place before a showdown between David Benavidez and David Morrell. Adding to the thrill, Brandon Figueroa is set to fight Joet Gonzalez to kick off the pay-per-view portion of the evening.
Eumir Marcial, a rising star under the mentorship of Manny Pacquiao, will showcase his skills against Alexis Gaytan. With an impressive professional record of 5-0, Marcial expresses his eagerness to return to the ring, stating, “On July 19, 2025, I’m announcing my triumphant return to the ring for an undercard fight during the legendary Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios event.”
Excitingly, former world champion Mark Magsayo has also hinted at joining the lineup, suggesting he will be the twelfth fighter confirmed for the event. Magsayo communicated his enthusiasm, stating, “See you all at MGM Grand in Las Vegas on July 19!”
Father and Son on the Same Card
Furthermore, the event will mark the professional debut of Jimuel Pacquiao, the son of boxing icon Manny Pacquiao, who is looking to make his mark in the super lightweight division. This poignant moment of father and son fighting on the same card adds an emotional layer to the upcoming event.
Full Card Feature
The full card features several compelling matchups:
- Sebastian Fundora (22-1-1) vs. Tim Tszyu (25-2) for the WBC super welterweight title
- Isaac Cruz (27-3-1) vs. Angel Fierro (23-3-2) in the super lightweight class
- Brandon Figueroa (25-2-1) vs. Joet Gonzalez (27-4) at welterweight
- Eumir Marcial vs. Alexis Gaytan (17-10) in middleweight
- Mark Magsayo (27-2) vs. a to-be-announced opponent in super featherweight
- Jimuel Pacquiao (0-0) vs. a to-be-announced opponent in super lightweight
Promotional Activities
Just last week, Manny Pacquiao and Mario Barrios participated in a press conference to promote their upcoming clash. Notably, Pacquiao, who will be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2025, is keen on breaking his own record as the oldest welterweight champion, which he set in 2019 after defeating Keith Thurman. Given the inclusion of multiple Filipino fighters on the card, hometown pride may elevate Pacquiao’s performance and boost the energy among fans.
Event Details
As anticipation builds, Premier Boxing Champions plans to finalize the card with additional fights soon, with tickets currently available on AXS.com. Fans can catch the action on Prime Video PPV.
