Manny Pacquiao's return is confirmed after the Filipino legend made weight for his clash with Mario Barrios. There was some weigh-in drama, though, with Angel Fierro withdrawn from his Fight of the Year rematch with Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz.

With trusted trainer Freddie Roach in his corner, the 46-year-old legend is coming out of retirement to challenge welterweight champ Mario Barrios on Saturday.

Boxing lawyer and manager Keith Sullivan has raised concerns about Manny Pacquiao's return to the ring. Sullivan is an interested observer heading into this big

Luscious forests, an abundance of natural resources and crystal clear waters embrace the coasts of the Philippine archipelago. Still, a humble, God-fearing and smiley Pinoy who embodies the Filipino fighting spirit on the world stage is one of our biggest and most important contributions.

Manny Pacquiao makes weight and talks about his return fight against WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios on Watch ESPN, first streamed on Friday, July 18, 2025.