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Manny Pacquiao's Comeback: Challenges Barrios for WBC Title

5/9/2025

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Manny Pacquiao is making a thrilling comeback from retirement to challenge Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title on July 19 in Las Vegas. The legendary eight-division champion, who last stepped into the ring in August 2021, is also campaigning for a Senate seat in the Philippines. Barrios, the reigning champion, claimed his title in June 2024.

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Manny Pacquiao is making a thrilling comeback from retirement to challenge Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title on July 19 in Las Vegas. The legendary eight-division champion, who last stepped into the ring in August 2021, is also campaigning for a Senate seat in the Philippines. Barrios, the reigning champion, claimed his title in June 2024.