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Manny Pacquiao to Face Rolando Romero in 2026 Comeback

10/8/2025

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Manny Pacquiao will return to boxing on January 24, 2026, in Las Vegas, shortly after turning 47.
He previously fought Mario Barrios to a majority draw in July, marking his return after a four-year hiatus.
Pacquiao's adviser, Sean Gibbons, suggests Rolando Romero as the likely opponent.
Romero holds the WBA welterweight title and is seen as a strong match-up for Pacquiao.

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Manny Pacquiao will return to boxing on January 24, 2026, in Las Vegas, shortly after turning 47.
He previously fought Mario Barrios to a majority draw in July, marking his return after a four-year hiatus.
Pacquiao's adviser, Sean Gibbons, suggests Rolando Romero as the likely opponent.
Romero holds the WBA welterweight title and is seen as a strong match-up for Pacquiao.