Manny Pacquiao’s boxing legend has confirmed that it is in the “final stages of negotiations” for World Title Challenge, like World Boxing News, first, for the sensational challenge of the title of WBA Rolly Romero champion. His team told WBN about a special goal and the bold reason for this movement: beaten his own historical record at the age of 47.
The eight -year -old master, who turns 47 in December, confirmed groundbreaking messages during the Manila press conference 50th anniversary at Quezon City. Does not just strive to return; Aims at the final statement at the championship level.
WBN understands, however, that Pacquiao can be several days aged 47, when there will be clashes.
The chase for Romero is a calculated risk, a direct path back to the championship after the controversial return of Pacquiao in July.
Pacquiao confirms the conversations: “Negotiating and finalizing”
After pressing the clash with the sincere and unpredictable owner of the WBA, Romero title, the answer of the Philippine icon was unambiguous, confirming the news that WBN had her first information.
“We negotiate and finalize,” Pacquiao joked, signaling that the biggest obstacle is to sign the final documents for massive showdown Las Vegas.
The victory strengthened a unique place in the history of boxing, exceeding the current record, which he set as the oldest world champion in welterweight when he defeated Keith Thurman at the age of 40. His promotional team clearly justified the brave move to direct the prevailing, aggressive master.
Clear goal: history and “suspicious decision”
The longtime Pacquiao advisor and the general director of MP Promotions, Sean Gibbons, assured WBN the final justification of this decision, confirming that the controversial draw in his last fight intensified the pursuit of the status of championships.
“The goal is still the same,” said Gibbons WBN on Saturday, referring to the fight. “When Manny decided to come back, he was looking for sensible fights. He received the law – getting acquainted with clearly and correctly – by WBC to challenge the title of the world.
“Unfortunately, he appeared at the wrong end of a suspicious decision [against Mario Barrios]. But the goal remains: break your own record, create a story, get a welterweight title. He wants to be the oldest person who will do it at the age of 47. “
Błke loss of a potential historical victory against Barrio due to what the team perceives as a “suspicious decision”, clearly focused on the entire promotional machine after securing the title belt until the end of the year.
Why Romero is the “goal” of the WBA title
Choosing Romero is not accidental. While the media raised other great names, Romero understanding the WBA belt made him an outstanding candidate, as well as the fact that he has a fans affable style that guarantees an explosive competition on the market-a cluster factor after Barrios’s defense results.
Gibbons was clear for the purpose: “Romero has a WBA belt.”
Romero is a hazardous blow that Ryan Garcia defeated and is known for his uneven, outgoing approach. This collision of styles ensures that when Pacquiao tries to create a story, it will do it against a master who is not a risk of launching, providing the kind of final war, which fans and the demand of the Pay-Per-View market.
Age audit: beating the disc
For Pacquiao it is a final, final statement. The performance against Barrios proved that his fire remains; The chase of Romero and the title of WBA confirms that his only focus is to rewrite books. The eight -year legend, almost 47 years, is to create history again.
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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.
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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.
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