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Manny Pacquiao Eyes Historic 9th Division Title at 45: Could a Comeback Be on the Horizon?

Manny Pacquiao Eyes Historic 9th Division Title at 45: Could a Comeback Be on the Horizon? Manny Pacquiao, the legendary Filipino boxer, is hinting at a potential return to the ring with hopes of claiming…

Manny Pacquiao, the legendary Filipino boxer, is hinting at a potential return to the ring with hopes of claiming an unprecedented 9th division title. At 45 years old, Pacquiao’s desire to come back highlights his passion for the sport that made him a global icon.

Manny Pacquiao’s Boxing Career

Over his 20-year career, Pacquiao set numerous records, becoming the only boxer to win world titles in eight different weight divisions. His last professional fight was in August 2021, when he lost to Yordenis Ugás and announced his retirement. Since then, Pacquiao has stayed active in other fields, including politics, where he ran for president in 2022 and is now seeking a Senate seat in 2025. Manny Pacquiao also has a background in basketball, having played and coached in the Philippine Basketball Association from 2014 to 2017 and founded the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League in 2022.

Manny Pacquiao’s Comeback

Pacquiao’s team is discussing the possibility of a comeback, with promoter Sean Gibbons stating that Pacquiao would be “ready to rumble” if a fight is arranged by January 31, 2025. The prospect of a fight against WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios has also been mentioned, although negotiations have stalled in the past.

On social media today he shared:

“8 divisions. Sitting here wondering… was it enough?”

8 divisions. Sitting here wondering… was it enough? pic.twitter.com/KLrH31YJ6u

— Manny Pacquiao (@MannyPacquiao) December 12, 2024

Throughout his career, Pacquiao became known for his speed, power, and ability to compete across multiple weight classes. He defeated notable opponents such as Marco Antonio Barrera, Erik Morales, Juan Manuel Marquez, and Oscar De La Hoya. His 2015 fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr. remains the highest-grossing pay-per-view event in boxing history.

While a return at his age would be remarkable, Pacquiao’s recent exhibition match against Japanese kickboxer Rukiya Anpo raised some concerns about his form. Despite this, his popularity and pursuit of a historic 9th division title continue to draw attention from boxing fans around the world.

Jake Paul’s Girlfriend Drops in Rankings as Influence Declines

Dutch speed skating star Jutta Leerdam, girlfriend of boxer Jake Paul, has experienced a significant drop in the Media250…

Dutch speed skating star Jutta Leerdam, girlfriend of boxer Jake Paul, has experienced a significant drop in the Media250 rankings, a prestigious list of the most influential figures in Dutch media. After ranking 38th last year, Leerdam has fallen 21 spots to 59th in the 2025 edition, despite the list expanding from 100 to 250 names.

Jake Paul’s Girlfriend Jutta Leerdam

Leerdam had been a standout last year as the highest new entrant, largely due to her dual career as an athlete and social media influencer. However, her influence seems to have waned in the eyes of the 20,000 media professionals surveyed for the ranking.

Unfazed by the rankings, Leerdam has traded the cold Dutch winter for the sun-soaked skies of Abu Dhabi. Following a busy skating weekend in China, the 25-year-old flew to the United Arab Emirates to train in milder conditions. Alongside her rigorous schedule, Leerdam is enjoying some quality time with her boyfriend, American YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.

The couple, who reunited for the first time since Paul’s boxing match against Mike Tyson, is expected to attend the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this weekend. This could lead to a high-profile meeting with fellow Dutch sports icon Max Verstappen, who recently announced that he and his girlfriend, Kelly Piquet, are expecting their first child.

Jake Paul and Jutta Leerdam’s relationship began in late 2022 when Paul reached out to Leerdam via Instagram, inviting her to be a guest on his podcast. Initially, Leerdam was skeptical, thinking Paul seemed arrogant based on his online persona. However, as they continued talking, they discovered a deeper connection and quickly became close.

The couple officially announced their relationship in April 2023, with Paul playfully declaring on Instagram, “I’m Dutch now”. Since then, they have been navigating a long-distance relationship, with Paul based in the United States and Leerdam frequently traveling for her speed skating competitions

Jake Paul’s Girlfriend Drops in Rankings as Influence Declines

Dutch speed skating star Jutta Leerdam, girlfriend of boxer Jake Paul, has experienced a significant drop in the Media250…

Jake Paul’s Girlfriend Jutta Leerdam

Tommy Fury Cancels Darren Till Boxing Match After Former UFC Fighter’s ‘Kicking’ Threats

Tommy Fury has withdrawn from his upcoming boxing match with former UFC title challenger Darren Till due to his concerns about the fight. The two men were set to meet in a main event bout at Manchester’s Co-Op Live Arena on a Misfits and DAZN card. During their recent press conference to promote the fight, […]

During their recent press conference to promote the fight, Till made remarks that if he was losing the contest, he would get himself disqualified by choosing to kick Fury instead. In a post on social media, Fury claimed that for this reason, he isn’t going ahead with the fight.

“I can’t believe I’m writing this but I am now not fighting Darren Till on January 18th 2025. For the one simple reason being that Darren has stated over and over that he does not want to abide by professional boxing rules and that if he is loosing the fight he will resort to kicking and other stupid MMA tactics. I am a professional boxer, I have been out of the ring for over a year and I wanted to be a great BOXING fight for the fans. I have wasted weeks in training camp. We are working hard to get a new opponent and date. I promise to get a better opponent and fight for you guys. Good news around the corner.”

Till has since responded via several social media posts and videos where he heavily criticized Fury for withdrawing from the fight for this reason when he was simply trying to sell the fight and hasn’t said anything similar since. He also called out Jake Paul, claimed that Fury was never going to fight on that date in the first place and said that he will be staying on the January 18 card in Manchester with a new opponent currently being searched for.

Tommy Fury u are the biggest shithouse I have ever met in my life do not ever call yourself a fighter again I was selling the fight to make me and you more money you absolute empty head fighting family my ass you and ur dad shithouses I don’t need to throw kicks you was getting… pic.twitter.com/St0pFmL2qC

— DT (@darrentill2) December 6, 2024

Just so everyone knows and is clear
Tommy Fury was the A side in this event
Which means he was getting more money and he gets to call the shots over me which is rightfully so
He’s the boxer and he’s the bigger name
So if this is the case he could not fight me and fight someone…

— DT (@darrentill2) December 6, 2024

Exclusive | Champion Donegi Abena Calls Out Jake Paul “I would smash him.”

The Surinamese-Dutch kickboxing world champion Donegi Abena is looking to destroy celebrity boxer and YouTuber Jake Paul. The top-ranked…

The Surinamese-Dutch kickboxing world champion Donegi Abena is looking to destroy celebrity boxer and YouTuber Jake Paul. The top-ranked Abena has spent time training alongside Tommy Fury and sees the Mike Tyson fight as just plain silly.

Donegi Abena Calls Out Jake Paul

Donegi Abena is the number one ranked light heavyweight in the world in kickboxing after a stellar 2024. The 26-year-old faced three opponents in a single evening to capture the 2024 Glory Light Heavyweight Grand Prix title, stopping all three opponents by way of knockout.

This weekend, Abena takes on his career rival Tarik Khbabez with the light heavyweight division title on the line in their third meeting. The Surinamese-Dutch athlete is looking to make a statement with a decisive victory in the trilogy match against the Moroccan striker. The two are set to battle at Glory Collision 7 on December 7.

Abena has spent some time training his sharp hands with the Fury family and was a sparring partner for Tommy Fury, a former opponent of celebrity boxer Jake Paul. On a potential Jake Paul matchup, the kickboxing champion did not leave any doubt, in an interview with me, he said:

“I would smash him. I would smash him. And that’s the reason why he takes guys who are 60, or guys who aren’t used to only boxing … He’s a smart businessman. He’s making millions of dollars, and he’s fighting people with names. But they’re either old, or they’re from a different sport. Jake Paul, he’s fighting old guys and not boxers. If he wants it, he can get it as well.”

Jake Paul was a social media influencer who transitioned to a career in professional boxing but has taken criticism for not facing ranked fighters, instead opting for blockbuster matches. In his career, he’s defeated former UFC fighters such as Ben Askren, Nate Diaz, and Anderson Silva, among others. Most recently, Jake Paul had a heavyweight boxing match against 58-year-old Mike Tyson. According to betting lines, Tommy Fury may be a future opponent for ‘The Problem Child’ but for a bigger challenge the kickboxing king Donegi Abena is ready for a showdown.

Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 Historic $190M Purse Set for Riyadh Showdown

According to reports for Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury 2, the total purse for this heavyweight clash is reported…

According to reports for Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury 2, the total purse for this heavyweight clash is reported to be a staggering $190 million, which is significantly higher than their first encounter. This heavyweight boxing title clash is set for December 21, 2024, live from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 – $190,000,000

This rematch comes after Usyk’s victory over Fury in their first fight on May 18, where he claimed the undisputed heavyweight title in a thrilling split decision. The success of their initial bout, which had a combined purse of around $150 million, has led to even greater financial stakes for the rematch.

The distribution of the $190 million purse is expected to favor Usyk this time. As the new Undisputed champion, Usyk is set to receive the larger share. Some reports suggest that the split could be 60% for Usyk and 40% for Tyson Fury, which would mean Usyk could potentially earn around $114 million for the fight.

In their first meeting, the fight was closely contested and went the full 12 rounds. Usyk started strong, but Fury found his rhythm in the middle rounds. The turning point came in the ninth round when Usyk hurt Fury badly and scored a knockdown. Fury managed to survive, but he struggled in the final rounds. In the end, Usyk won by split decision. Two judges scored the fight in his favor (115-112 and 114-113), while one judge had it for Tyson Fury (114-113).

This victory made Usyk the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis in 2000, as he added Fury’s WBC title to his own WBA, IBF, and WBO belts.

The increase in the fight purse reflects the immense popularity and anticipation surrounding this rematch. The $190 million purse sets a new benchmark for rematch fight purses.

Oleksandr Usyk vs. Tyson Fury 2 will have a whopping, record breaking $190 million dollar purse split for their fight. pic.twitter.com/jyhNI9Ezm9

— Timothy Wheaton MMA (@TimWheatonMMA) December 1, 2024