Manny Pacquiao officially launched his own promotional company in the United States-but World Boxing News learned that the master of eight validity is also finalizing his own return to the ring.

The Filipino icon, which recently fought professionally in July while drawing with the ruler of WBC Mario Barrios, opened conversations with the WBA WBA Rolando “Romero Lend a hand. Romero about the return scheduled for December in Las Vegas. Sources similar to negotiations confirm the discussions, and Pacquiao looks at the next US presentation as part of its modern undertaking.

Vision of the next generation of warriors

Pacquiao Promotions, or MPP, has now launched its online presence in Mannypacquiaopromotions.comstriving to create a modern platform for warriors around the world. The 46-year-old, who juggled a boxing star with political life in the Philippines, says that his vision is to build opportunities for the next generation while shaping sport from the inside.

“It is an honor to introduce Manny Pacquiao to the USA,” said Pacquiao. “Some of my most unforgettable moments took place in American rings.

Up-to-date MPP management team

Behind the brand is a managerial team with decades of experience. Sean Gibbons, a trusted Pacquiao advisor, will be the president, while Hollywood Executive Tony Cohen will take over the role of the financial director and vice president. Cohen is already working on a modern independent Pay-Per-View platform and negotiating with over 25 casinos and arenas to bring a championship boxing on both coasts.

“We are building more than just a promotion,” said Cohen. “We are building an empire. I am proud that I can stand alongside Manny and Sean when we run a global brand that puts warriors and fans in the first place.”

Brendan Gibbons, son of Sean, will serve as a leading match, already building two fights for the company’s title schedule.

Historical card “Thrilla in Manila: 50th anniversary”

Before the potential struggle of Romero in December, MPP focuses on the monumental event: the card “Thrilla in Manila: 50th Anniversary” on October 29, 2025. This historic program commemorates the iconic battle of Muhammad Ali with Joe Frazier in 1975, and there is a few High-Stakes.

The card contains a minimum world champion WBC Melvin Jerusalem, defending his title against Siyakholwa Kuse. The medium weight action sees Eumir Felix Marcial Battle Eddy Colmenares for the International WBC International Medium Championship championship, while the former united world champion Marlon Tapales will face Nadir Baloch.

Grandson Ali returns to Manila

By adding a deeply personal and global element, Nico Ali Walsh, grandson of Muhammad Ali, occupies a central place on a historic card. For a newborn weighty weight of featherlight, entering a card named after the most renowned fight of his grandfather is more than symbolism-it is personal. His appearance is ready to provide newborn perspectives with a global scene to present their own skills, carrying the burden of heritage while building his own. The card also contains the growing Philippine talent at Carl Jammes Martin, accepting Aran Dipaen.

Romero: The goal of a recurring fight

Pacquiao, however, does not leave the fight with others yet. WBN understands that his team perceives the clash with Romero – the open -heaven champion of WBA – both as a lucrative and competitive return fight, which can lead his December program in Las Vegas.

After the return, Pacquiao would cause further shock waves in this sport, enlivening his status not only as a promoter, but as an energetic global attraction. For now, Living Legend balances two worlds: building a modern empire in the conference room while lacing gloves for the next night under the lights.

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