Manny Pacquiao’s Comeback and Call-Out to Floyd Mayweather
Legendary boxer Manny Pacquiao recently returned to the ring and left fans buzzing with his strong call-out to Floyd Mayweather. Following a contentious draw against Mario Barrios, the Filipino icon is eager to reignite his rivalry with Mayweather, which has lingered in fans’ hearts since their first encounter in 2015. Pacquiao’s latest performance showed flashes of his old brilliance, but the fight ended in a draw—something many observers, including those from World Boxing News, felt should have favored Pacquiao by a narrow margin.
Post-Fight Press Conference
In the wake of this comeback, Pacquiao made an emphatic statement during the post-fight press conference: He’s ready to face Mayweather again.
“It’s difficult for me to comment on someone who has retired,”
he remarked to the media.
“If he comes back and puts pen to paper, then we can make this fight happen. I have no issues with fighting him again; I’m active and willing to take on any contender in my weight class.”
Pacquiao’s Eagerness vs. Mayweather’s Silence
While Pacquiao, now at 46 years old, is eager for competition—having expressed a desire to take on “real champions”—Mayweather, who has thus far limited his appearances to exhibition matches since hanging up his gloves at age 40, has notably remained silent regarding the challenge. This silence has sparked speculation about whether the 48-year-old champion is willing to put his undefeated professional record on the line.
The Anticipated Rematch
The long-discussed rematch between these two boxing titans has landed back in the spotlight with Pacquiao’s return to competitive fighting. Despite occasional rumors of a potential bout, Mayweather has consistently opted to maintain his retired status, preferring to showcase in non-sanctioned events instead of pursuing high-stakes matchups, particularly against someone like Pacquiao.
With the Manny Pacquiao name back in active discussions for potential opponents, Mayweather stands as the clear target, albeit one who has not publicly acknowledged Pacquiao’s call to action. While other fighters such as Gervonta Davis and Sebastian Fundora have indicated they would welcome a bout with the Filipino legend, Pacquiao remains steadfast that a second clash with Mayweather would be the perfect capstone to his illustrious career, should Mayweather choose to make it a reality.
Conclusion
As fans anticipate potential news on his next opponent, Pacquiao has made it clear: he’s willing to fight anyone who steps up, all the while hoping for the anticipated rematch with “Money” Mayweather. Will the undefeated champion be tempted back into the ring for one last showdown? The world waits with bated breath.
About the Author
Phil Jay, an established boxing journalist for over 15 years, has made a name as Editor-in-Chief of World Boxing News, covering significant events in the sport and interviewing many world champions throughout his career.
