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Manny Pacquiao gets battered against Rukiya Anpo – Rizin Super 3 Highlights

Manny Pacquiao gets battered against Rukiya Anpo - Super Rizin 3 HighlightsReturning to the ring earlier this morning for an exhibition boxing match with Japanese star, Rukiya Anpo, former multi-time…

Manny Pacquiao gets battered against Rukiya Anpo - Super Rizin 3 Highlights

Returning to the ring earlier this morning for an exhibition boxing match with Japanese star, Rukiya Anpo, former multi-time and weight world champion, Manny Pacquiao has been urged to pump the brakes on a competitive comeback to combat sports, with his performance over three rounds leaving much to be desired.

Pacquiao, a veteran former multiple weight and time world championship holder in professional boxing, made his return to the squared circle at Super Rizin 3 this morning at the historic Saitama Super Arena in Japan, taking on the above-mentioned Anpo in a non-scored bout over the course of three rounds.

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Initially slated to take on Chihiro Suzuki in a trip to Asia, Pacquiao eventually took on the above-mentioned Anpo on short-notice, however, after a three round back-and-forth, in which fans questioned why rumors of a return for the Philippines native were rampant recently – given his display.

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“Manny Pacquiao is currently getting beat up in an exhibition against a kickboxer,” A user on X posted. “Any talk of him fighting for a world championship is ludicrous.”

Releasing his own statement following last night’s lacklustre performance, Pacquiao, 45, thanked his legions of fans for their support.

“THANK YOU EVERYONE!” Manny Pacquiao posted on his official X account. “Thank you Rizin for a great event and to Anpo for a great fight. THANK YOU TO ALL OF JAPAN! Thanks to my family, team, and friends for your love and support. Thank you, my fellow Filipinos, for your prayers and support. Mabuhay ang Pilipinas. Above all, thank you to my LORD and Savior Jesus Christ. God bless everyone.”

Below, catch the highlights from Manny Pacquiao’s return to boxing against Rukiya Anpo

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo Made Official for Super Rizin 3

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya AnpoManny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo is set to go down on July 28 in an exhibition boxing match with…

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo is set to go down on July 28 in an exhibition boxing match with modified rules. This is part of the Super Rizin 3 event broadcast live from Tokyo, Japan.

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo

‘Pac-Man’ Manny Pacquiao is a hero of the Philippines. Capturing multiple world titles in boxing across all of the major organizations and different weight classes, Pacquiao is considered one of the all-time greats. With his aggressive style of boxing, and always aiming for the knockout, ‘Pac-Man’ is must-see boxing.

Since retiring from the sport professionally, Pacquiao has kept busy as a singer and politician. But has also been taking part in various exhibition matches. Upcoming, he will face former K-1 Kickboxing world champion Rukiya Anpo.

The kickboxing star Anpo, of Japan, began his combat sports journey when he was just a child fighting in Kyokushin Karate. Since then, Rukiya Anpo has picked up national karate titles and some professional kickboxing gold. Having been a K-1 World GP division champion, he is best known for his highlight reel knockouts with high impressive kicking acumen. Recently, Anpo spent some time training alongside former UFC champion Sean Strickland. The two had quite a violent sparring session.

For Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo at Super Rizin 3, both made weight earlier today. This will be a catchweight at 68 kg. Pacquiao has spent most of his professional career in weight classes much smaller than this while Anpo should be right at home.

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo
Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo is a special rules exhibition match. It will be a fist-only fight, with no kicking or grappling. But unlike standard boxing, this fight will allow for spinning back fist strikes. To stream Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo see our information breakdown that will help.

Watch Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo Super Rizin 3 Weigh In Below

$5 Million Fine for Kicking Manny Pacquiao in RIZIN

Manny Pacquiao RIZINThe boxing legend Manny Pacquiao will soon be facing former K-1 Kickboxing world champion Rukiya Anpo in a boxing…

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The boxing legend Manny Pacquiao will soon be facing former K-1 Kickboxing world champion Rukiya Anpo in a boxing bout. This will take place in Super Rizin 3 on July 28 live from the Saitama Super Arena in Tokyo, Japan. If the Japanese-born striker Anpo throws a kick at Pacquiao, he will find himself with quite a hefty fine.

Manny Pacquiao vs. Rukiya Anpo

The Filipino-born Manny Pacquiao is considered one of the all-time greats in boxing history. The icon has earned multiple world titles across weight classes and organizations. Incredibly, he was able to earn the Lineal title in five divisions throughout his storied career.

Since retiring from professional boxing, ‘Pac-Man’ has kept busy with a career in politics. But, has also been taking various bouts. On July 28, he will meet a kickboxing champion in RIZIN. This will be a special rules fight, similar to boxing but will include spinning back fists, and will be a three-round exhibition match.

Japan’s Rukiya Anpo has spent a lifetime in kick-sports. As a child, he had won national karate competitions. Eventually, he would turn to professional kickboxing and earn multiple titles in K-1 World GP. The striker is best known for his highlight-reel knockouts. But against Pacquiao, he will be unable to kick.

Originally, Chihiro Suzuki was to be the opponent of Pacquiao. However, Suzuki injured his hand during an exhibition boxing match against PRIDE FC champion Takanori Gomi and was forced to withdraw. Anpo stepped in to meet the Filipino legend Manny Pacquiao at 68 kg.

RIZIN president Nobuyuki Sakakibara, translated by Beyond Kickboxing, explained the stakes, “Any violation will be punishable by a $5 million fine. At the time of Tenshin vs. Mayweather in 2018 that was approximately 500 million yen. However, due to the weak yen, that figure is now around 750 million yen [laughs].” If Anpo is unable to pay that much money, “Then he will have no choice but to pay with his body [laughs].”

Super Rizin 3 will include bare-knuckle fights, and MMA matches, in addition to this special rules contest. Headlining the July 28 fight card will be the Tokyo street fighting legend Mikuru Asakura facing the highly popular Ren Hiramoto.

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao gets a new opponent for his return to the ring on July 28 in Saitama, Japan

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao gets a new opponent for his return to the ring on July 28 in Saitama, JapanManny Pacquiao has a new opponent for his highly anticipated return to the ring. Originally, ‘PacMan’ was scheduled to…

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao gets a new opponent for his return to the ring on July 28 in Saitama, Japan

Manny Pacquiao has a new opponent for his highly anticipated return to the ring.

Originally, ‘PacMan’ was scheduled to square off with reigning RIZIN and KNOCK OUT champion Chihiro Suzuki inside the Saitama Super Arena on July 28. Unfortunately, that is no longer the case after Suzuki reportedly broke his hand during an exhibition boxing match with Takanori Gomi on June 23 in Tokyo.

“In a recent match, Chihiro Suzuki’s right hand, right second middle finger fractured the middle fourth bone,” Rizin CEO Nobuyuki Sakakibara announced in Japanese during a press conference. “Also, the fracture of the fifth middle fourth bone, index finger, and pinky, these two places were fractured. A diagnosis of a total recovery time of four months was made” (h/t Bloody Elbow).

Fortunately, the promotion was able to find a replacement in Japanese kickboxing standout Rukiya Anpo.

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Anpo is a very different opponent for Pacquiao, having only one mixed martial arts bout to his credit—a first-round submission loss to Yuta Kub at RIZIN 45 on New Year’s Eve. Still, the ‘Demolition Man’ brings with him an impressive record in the world of kickboxing, going 27-8-1 with 14 wins by way of KO. He is also a former K-1 super lightweight champion and was a runner-up in the 2021 K-1 Welterweight Grand Prix tournament.

Manny Pacquiao is one of the greatest boxers of all time

Of course, Manny Pacquiao needs no introduction. Considered by many to be one of the greatest boxers of all time, Pacquiao is the only boxer in history to win twelve major world titles in eight different weight divisions. He is also the first boxer in history to win the lineal championship in five different weight divisions.

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During his career, which has spanned four different decades, ‘PacMan’ has stepped inside the ring with some of the biggest names in the game, including Juan Manuel Márquez, Oscar De La Hoya, Shane Mosely, Adrien Broner, Yordenis Ugás, and Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Pacquiao officially retired in 2021, going 62-8 in his career with 39 of his wins coming by way of KO.

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