Manny Pacquiao says that the desire to box and compete at the highest level remains. However, there are real fears related to his return at the age of 46.
One of the largest boxing in history vacuums his gloves and returns with the challenge of WBC Wyttereight Wakwagi on July 19. Pacquiao returns to his spiritual home at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas after he bowed to T-Mobile Arena before.
In 2021, Pacquiao was to fight Errol Spence Jr. In the unification of the WBA and IBF title. Spence withdrew because of two significant car accidents and left Pacquiao in Lurch.
Losing from Spence for two world titles to a huge extent foreign arena could then be acceptable to Pacquiao. However, the way of switching and the need to find a exchange had to make the loss to be abolished.
Yordenis Ugas, then the number one claimant, got a phone call. Pacquiao couldn’t get up.
Cuban, an amateur star with over 100 victories, managed to cross the line with a unanimous decision. If Pacquiao won, PBC would resurrect the fight of Spence.
As it turned out, Pacquiao remained to think about his future. The eight world champion decided that it was enough and moved on.
Pacquiao vs Barrios
Four years and a failed return to politics later, the former Senator of the Philippines Pacquiao returned. It looks much more coarse around the edge, but still has rapid and flashy training movements to go to an immediate recognizable legacy.
These ingredients can go a long way, for example, survival of the door, especially in the case of an unjustified title of the shot against Mario Barrios.
But you just have to ask Mike Tyson if the body can do what the mind wants to process.
Tyson returned at 58, twelve years north of the place where Pacquiao is currently standing. His training films were more cruel than ever and looked in a huge form.
In the face of Jake Paul, YouTube, devoid of world -class boxing skills, Tyson’s decision stopped him when the first bell rang.
Throwing a ten-second combination in the gym is good and good, but it is different when you have an opponent who rushed to you so that you have to move through a 120-second session.
Despite the fact that Paul gave Tyson two -minute rounds, “the worst man in the world” no longer fulfilled his nickname. He did not have what it was necessary to be a fraction of his ex -self.
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After four years of release, Pacquiao is in the same situation. His performance will give a huge indication of how all the return of the last six years will go ahead.
If someone can do it, Manny Pacquiao can, but this is a high order.
By becoming the oldest welterweight champion against Keith Thurman during his last visit to MGM, Pacquiao hopes a familiar racial environment.
He returned with Freddie Roach on the wild Gym card in Los Angeles and puts everything in one more run.
The return of the Pacquiao ring coincides with its introduction to the International Gallery of Sław this weekend. However, defeat against Barrios would take on a significant gloss of gaining this year.
If he loses, it’s farewell. If he manages to win, he wants Gervont Davis.
Determination
The WBN fighter in the 2000s assured that he was grateful during the announcement that she was grateful.
“Fire, determination and willingness to work tough are still there. I still like to run in the mountains,” said Pacquiao.
“Not every warrior has this feeling. It’s a blessing because I experienced so many great fights in my career and I’m still here. I came back.
“For boxing fans around the world, thank you for accepting me again. I hope that on July 19 this fight will be fun for everyone.
“Everyone here will work tough in their training camp so that the fans are satisfied with July 19.”
One of the greatest competitors in the history of boxing, a former master who ruled in a fly weight before raising a super welter weight in a super welter, aims to overcome his own record by six years.
This is the level of expectations, not only from his fans, but from the man himself.
Everything is in place for Rocky Story Fairytale for Pacquiao. He just has to hope that his body can still earn this check.
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Xander Zayas and Jaron Ennis will meet tonight at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where two undefeated world champions will fight for the WBO and WBA super welterweight titles.
Zayas is defending his WBO and first WBA title for the second time, while Ennis is moving up from welterweight in a bid to become a two-weight ruler.
World Boxing News brings you live scores and updates from Brooklyn throughout the evening.
Live scorecards:
• Jahi Tucker vs. Euri Cedeno
• Emiliano Vargas vs. Bryce Mills
• Ben Whittaker vs. Richard Rivera
• Xander Zayas vs. Jaron Ennis (including round-by-round)
Scores by Xander Zayas and Jaron Ennis
Times are local – ET
00:11
Jaron “Boots” Ennis defeated Xander Zayas in seven rounds to become the unified WBA and WBO super welterweight champion in Brooklyn.
Ennis dropped Zayas in the first round, then survived a dramatic rally in the third round in which the previously undefeated champion hurt him with several demanding shots.
The momentum dropped significantly in the fifth quarter when Ennis knocked out Zayas with a crushing uppercut.
After dominating the sixth puck, Ennis forced Zayas to kneel at the start of the seventh puck, prompting the referee to wave his hand and stop the fight.
22:43
Emiliano Vargas remained undefeated after stopping Bryce Mills in the fourth round after a dominant display in the shootout.
Vargas controlled most of the contest, although Mills had his moments in return. He won the first two rounds 10-9 before scoring a knockdown in the third and taking a frame 10-8.
The end came in the fourth period when Vargas dropped Mills twice to force a stoppage and seal an impressive TKO victory.
21:55
Ben Whittaker he defeated Richie Rivera with a crushing left hook in the second round after dropping “Popeye The Sailor Man” in the opening session.
Rivera has proven to be more than just routine work for the British lithe heavyweight, who now desperately needs a tougher test after another impressive stoppage win.
21:50
Ben Whittaker and Richie Rivera in the ring.
21:23
Jahi Tucker he achieved a majority decision victory over Euri Cedeno after ten rounds of competition, continuing his middleweight career.
Tucker took control early before Cedeno fought his way back into contention in the middle rounds. However, Tucker finished the fight as the stronger of the two, winning the final four rounds on the WBN card and securing a well-deserved verdict.
The official judges scored it 95-95, 97-93 and 98-92, giving Tucker the majority win. WBN cards 98-92.
20:53
A barnstorm is heating up for the first fight on the Pay Per View card between Jahi Tucker and Euri Cedeno.
19:56
Dennis Thompson defeated Edwin Rodriguez from Puerto Rico by split decision in a close fight. Thompson rose to a gripping challenge and earned the verdict after eight rounds.
The judges scored the fight 79-73 and 77-75 in his favor, while the third judge scored it 77-75 for Rodriguez.
The victory gave Thompson a 1-0 lead for Philadelphia over Puerto Rico.
19:43
Dennis Thompson and Edwin Rodriguez go toe-to-toe in their super bantamweight bout.
19:14
Quincey Williams they remained undefeated with a dominant 79-73 unanimous decision over the hard-wearing Jerome Baxter after eight rounds.
18:35
Quincey Williams 6-0 starts his fight against Jerome Baxter 8-1 in the welterweight division.
On the card too Juanma Lopez DeJesus it took just over two minutes to beat Alberto Motos.
Boxing in the match room
Announcement
Zayas and Ennis meet over twelve rounds for the WBO and WBA super welterweight world titles in one of the biggest fights of the year in boxing.
The undefeated champions will headline the highest level competition and boxing competition held at the Barclays Center under the jurisdiction of the Up-to-date York State Athletic Commission.
The main support will be Ben Whittaker’s defense of his WBC Silver lithe heavyweight title against Richard Rivera following his victory over Liam Cameron.
Undefeated Emiliano Vargas also returns against Bryce Mills, while Jahi Tucker and Euri Cedeno fight for the vacant IBF North American, WBC USA and WBO NABO middleweight titles.
Elsewhere on the card, Quincey Williams will face Jerome Baxter, Dennis Thompson will face Edwin Rodriguez and Juanma Lopez De Jesus will open the action against Alberto Motos.
Updates will be added below as the action unfolds in Brooklyn, with more live coverage on World Boxing News.
About the Author
Phil Jay is the editor-in-chief of World Boxing News (WBN) and a boxing veteran with over 15 years of experience. Since 2010, he has interviewed world champions, broken international exclusives and reported in-ring performances. Read the full biography.
Oscar Collazo remained undefeated and won the WBO International flyweight title on Saturday night with a devastating two-round victory over Neider Valdez.
The unified WBA, WBO and Ring Magazine minimumweight champion improved to 15-0 with 12 knockouts after defeating Valdez three times before Mexico’s corner stopped the fight at 2:35 of the second round.
Making his final appearance at 112 pounds, Collazo showed his strength immediately transferred to the upper division, defeating Valdez from the opening bell at Frontwave Arena in Oceanside, California.
The Puerto Rican striker repeatedly found a home for his left hand and left no doubt about the outcome before the fight was called off.
“I felt great at 112 pounds. I love this division. In fact, I want to stay here for a long time,” Collazo said.
Knockdowns
Collazo admitted that he had already called for the fight to be stopped.
“After the third knockdown I was basically saying, ‘Never again, never again’. It was the right decision for his safety. His corner was well checked.
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The victory added another belt to Collazo’s collection and enhanced his growing reputation as one of boxing’s most invigorating champions in the lower weight division.
Looking ahead, Collazo has made it clear who he wants next.
“The fight with Ricardo Sandoval definitely interests me. I really want that fight. I’m ready for gigantic fights. I’m ready to make history. That’s the fight I want next.”
Sandoval currently holds the WBA flyweight title, making this one of the most attractive fights available if Collazo continues his climb in weight.
The event was broadcast live on DAZN and was promoted by Golden Boy Promotions in partnership with Miguel Cotto Promotions.
About the author
Phil Jay is the editor-in-chief of World Boxing News (WBN) and a boxing veteran with over 15 years of experience. Since 2010, he has interviewed world champions, broken international exclusives and reported on ring performances. Read the full biography.
World Boxing News has archived the biggest boxing results from April 2026, including Tyson Fury, Deontay Wilder, Conor Benn, Tenshin Nasukawa, Alycia Baumgardner, Ben Whittaker, Jarrell Miller and Skye Nicolson.
The month featured major action in the heavyweight division, title fights in multiple divisions, and several notable performances from emerging contenders and established world champions.
Below is the complete archive of WBN’s April 2026 boxing results, including links to fight reports, scorecards and live coverage where available.
April 29
Skye Nicolson defeated Mariah Turner UD
April 25
Jarrell Miller defeated Lenier Pero UD | Report and results
April 18
Ben Whittaker defeated Brian Sanchez KO1 | Scorecard and results
April 17
Alicja Baumgardner defeated Bo Mi Re Shin UD | Report and results
Lani Daniels defeated Shadasia Green TKO9 | Report
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