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Manny Pacquiao will promote Muhammad Ali’s grandson in Thrilla in Manila 2
Manny Pacquiao is set to celebrate the anniversary of one of Muhammad Ali’s most iconic fights by hosting his own fight night in his native Philippines.
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the third highly entertaining fight between Ali and Joe Frazier, which was dubbed the Manila Thrilla, Pacquiao’s MP Promotions and IBA Pro will host a fight night on October 29 at the same Intelligent Araneta Coliseum in Manila.
Hometown favorite Melvin Jerusalem will defend his WBC minimumweight world title for the third time against Siyakholwa Kuse of South Africa.
“Thrilla in Manila lit a fire in my heart as a child and pushed me to dream substantial,” Pacquiao said.
“Bringing Thrilla in Manila 2 to Manila with IBA Pro is my way of passing on that fire to the next generation.
𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐈𝐋𝐋𝐀 𝐈𝐍 𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐋𝐀 𝟐 🇵🇭
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of “Thrilla in Manila” #Ibapro11 will be held on October 29 at the Araneta Coliseum in cooperation with @MannyPacquiao Promotions 🏆#Box | @Iba_boxing pic.twitter.com/y75QYq4hAo
– Inne.Pro (@iba_pro_boxing) October 9, 2025
“On October 29, we will make history again and the world will feel the heat of Filipino pride!”
Al Siesta, CEO of IBA Pro, said: “Partnering with Manny Pacquiao and MP Promotions for Thrilla in Manila 2 is a game-changer.
“This event combines Manila’s wealthy boxing heritage with the power of global stars, from Melvin Jerusalem’s title defense to Nico Ali Walsh’s historic comeback.
“We are delivering an evening that will delight fans and shake up the boxing world.”
Former world champion Marlon Tapales will also appear on the card, as will Ali’s grandson, Nico Ali Walsh, who will face Patumpong Saengarun of Thailand.
“Fighting in Manila, where my grandfather made history, is a dream come true,” said Ali Walsh.
“I’m using everything I have against Klison to honor that legacy and show the world who I am. Expect fireworks!”
Pacquiao is ready to make his own return to the ring after announcing this week that he will fight on January 24 in Las Vegas.
The 46-year-old ended a nearly four-year layoff in July when he drew with Mario Barrios for the American WBC welterweight title in Las Vegas.
The eight-time welterweight world champion is expected to face WBA welterweight champion Rolly Romero, who defeated Ryan Garcia en route to the event. points to victory in Times Square in May.
Pacquiao’s adviser, Sean Gibbons, confirmed this week that the club wants to sign a contract to fight Romero.
“You can’t deny it’s there,” Gibbons said FightHype.com.
“And that’s the idea, absolutely.”
Eddie Hearn did not contact Deontay Wilder about fighting Anthony Joshua after signing a contract to fight Tyson Fury, his manager Shelly Finkel claims.
There has been speculation that Joshua could return against Wilder before he faces Fury.
Instead, the 36-year-old will return to the ring on July 25 against Kristian Prengi, before facing Fury in November.
Wilder called out longtime rival “AJ” after his victory over Derek Chisora earlier this month.
The pair have been linked to a clash since both men held world heavyweight titles in 2018, and Finkel believes Joshua had no interest in fighting the “Bronze Bomber.”
“You can’t be disappointed with something that never happened,” Finkel said Heavenly sports.
“Eddie never contacted us and Joshua obviously had no intention of fighting Deontay Wilder.
“Same antique story, just modern date.”
Joshua and Wilder were scheduled to fight in March 2024, but the American was defeated by Joseph Parker in December 2023.
“AJ” will fight for the first time since he knocked out Jake Paul in the sixth round in December.
Ten days later, the two-time world heavyweight champion was involved in a tragic car accident that killed two of his close friends and left him with minor injuries.
Saudi Arabian boxing boss Turki Alalshikh announced that Joshua and Fury have signed a contract for their mega fight in a post on the website X on Monday, which read: “To my friends in the UK – it’s happening. This is signed.
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Moments later, Joshua’s return was announced against unknown Albanian Prengi.
“It’s no secret that I’ve taken some time to consolidate and rebuild to be ready to get back into the ring, and today is the next step in that journey,” Joshua said.
“I am delighted to have agreed to a multi-fight contract starting on July 25 in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
“I’m looking forward to competing and continuing where I left off.
“Like I said. The landlord will collect rent. That’s for sure.”
Fury defeated Arslanbek Makhmudov on points in his return to the ring following his retirement earlier this year.
“The Gypsy King” called “AJ”, who was watching the gala from the side of the ring, and declared that he would retire again if the fight with his rival did not take place.
However, his manager Spencer Brown revealed that he may fight again ahead of his fight with Joshua.
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Naoya Inoue is the hefty favorite to defeat Junto Nakatani in an undisputed title clash on Saturday.
Inoue defends all four of his super bantamweight world titles in a huge all-Japan fight against Nakatani at the Tokyo Dome, live on DAZN.
Inoue, a top-three top-ranked pound-for-pound leader, is a 1/4 favorite Bet365 emerge victorious and inflict his first professional defeat on his rival.
“The Monster” has stopped 27 of his 32 opponents and is expected to stop Nakatani 11/10.
The undefeated 33-year-old has gone the distance in his last two outings and is valued at 7/4 for a third straight decision win.
Nakatani is also a star fighting for world champion titles in the fourth weight category.
The 28-year-old southpap is a 3/1 underdog to cause a seismic shock.
“Substantial Bang” has won five of his last six fights at the distance, and he sees his best chance of winning after a stoppage at 6/1.
Nakatani defeated Sebastian Hernandez Reyes on points from Inoue’s undercard defeated Alan David Picasso in Saudi Arabia in December, and a decision victory is valued at 10/1.
Full Bet365 odds
The result of the fight
- Naoya Inoue will win the fight: 1/4
- Naoya Inoue by KO/TKO/DQ: 11/10
- Naoya Inoue by decision or technical decision: 7/4
- Junto Nakatani will win the fight: 3/1
- Junto Nakatani by KO/TKO/DQ: 6/1
- Total cut by decision or technical decision: 10/10
- Draw or technical draw: 14/1
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Round bets
Naoya Inoue
- To win round 1: 80/1
- Win in round 2: 50/1
- To win in round 3: 33/1
- To win in round 4: 25/1
- To win in round 5: 20/1
- To win in round 6: 16/1
- To win in round 7: 14/1
- Win in round 8: 12/12
- To win in round 9: 1/12
- To win in round 10: 12/12
- To win in round 11: 14/1
- To win in round 12: 16/1
- Win by Decision or Technical Decision: 7/4
Junto Nakatani
- Win in round 1: 100/1
- Win in round 2: 100/1
- Win in round 3: 100/1
- To win in round 4: 80/1
- Win in round 5: 66/1
- Win in round 6: 50/1
- Win in round 7: 50/1
- To win in round 8: 40/1
- To win in round 9: 40/1
- To win in round 10: 40/1
- To win in round 11: 50/1
- To win in round 12: 50/1
- Win by Decision or Technical Decision: 10/10
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