Pacquiao vs Barrios: Legend’s Comeback Showdown at MGM Grand

Discover everything about the Pacquiao fight (Pacquiao vs Barrios): start time, weigh-ins, stakes, age vs youth clash, Barrios stepping in, and odds for Manny Pacquiao’s return vs Barrios.

🧠 A Legend Returns

The LegendManny “Pac-Man” Pacquiao, the only eight-division world champion, returns from a nearly four-year hiatus to challenge Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on July 19, 2025. This marks Pacquiao’s first pro session since losing to Yordenis Ugas in August 2021 .

🕖 Fight Details & Timing

Main Event Start: 8 p.m. ET (11 p.m. PT) on July 19 .
UK Viewing Time: ~1 a.m. BST on July 20 .
Undercard Prelims: Begin at 5:30 p.m. ET on Prime Video .

💥 Pacquiao vs Barrios Lineup & Stakes

Barrios vs Pacquiao: WBC welterweight title on the line .
Barrios, 30, enters as reigning champion (29‑2‑1, 18 KOs), considered favorite due to age, height, and physical edge .
Pacquiao, at 46, aims to become the oldest welterweight champion and defy age .

🥊 Fighter Profiles & Career Context

Manny Pacquiao

Record: 62‑8‑2 with 39 KOs after 2021 retirement .
Known for explosive speed, southpaw footwork, and ability to win across eight weight classes .
Coming off exhibition fights, he says he feels “rejuvenated” and ready to make history .

Mario Barrios

Enters at 29‑2‑1, defending WBC interim title; knocked out Abel Ramos in 2024.
Uses reach (6’0″) and youth to control fights .
He’s the established favorite and seeks to crown his legacy by defeating a legend .

🧭 Key Storylines

A. Age vs Youth

Can the 46-year-old Pacquiao overcome the stamina disadvantage against a younger, prime-age champion? He’s banking on experience and strategic prowess .

B. History & Legacy

A win would mark Pacquiao’s 13th world title and extend his legacy into a fifth decade of championships .

C. Medical Ethics & Boxing Regulation

Questions are being raised about allowing a boxer of Pacquiao’s age to challenge at the world title level , though medical clearance has reportedly been granted.

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🎯 Undercard Highlights

Sebastian Fundora vs Tim Tszyu II (WBC super welterweight title) .
Isaac Cruz vs Omar Salcido – Super lightweight title bout .
Plus fights featuring Brandon Figueroa, Gary Russell Jr., David Picasso, Mark Magsayo, Eumir Marcial .