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Manny Pacquiao

Emmanuel 'Manny' Dapidran Pacquiao is a Filipino professional boxer, born on December 17, 1978. He is the first eight-division world champion, winning 10 world titles, as well as being the first to win the lineal championship in four different weight classes. In May 2010, Pacquiao was elected to the House of Representatives in the 15th Congress of the Philippines, representing the province of Sarangani.

Born

17 Dec 1978

Industry

Sport, Politics

Job Title

Athlete, Politician

last updated:

7 October, 2024

(From left) Japanese mixed martial artist Rukiya Anpo, who is Manny Pacquiao’s new opponent; Rizin fighting federation CEO Nobuyuki Sakakibara and Chihiro Suzuki, who withdrew from the fight with a broken hand. Photo: AFP

Boxing

Pacquiao gets new opponent for Japan exhibition fight after Suzuki cries off hurt

The 45-year-old multiple world champion from the Philippines will now face Japanese mixed martial artist Rukiya Anpo on July 28 in Saitama in a 68kg 3-round boxing bout.

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Manny Pacquiao

Pacquiao gets new opponent for Japan exhibition fight after Suzuki cries off hurt

The 45-year-old multiple world champion from the Philippines will now face Japanese mixed martial artist Rukiya Anpo on July 28 in Saitama in a 68kg 3-round boxing bout.

In this corner … 5 of the richest boxers in the world – net worths, ranked

‘I was crying’: influential Philippine pastor linked to Duterte accused of rape

Inside the glamorous life of Manny Pacquiao’s wife, Jinkee

As the wife of boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, it’s no wonder Jinkee Pacquiao has access to many of the finer things in life – from five-star holidays and private jets to the latest designer bags

Pacquiao exploring options to box at Paris Olympics for Philippines

The Filipino boxing icon – a former eight-division world champion – wants to win gold and then finally retire for good.

Pacquiao warned by McGregor manager ‘justice will be served’ at trial

Paradigm Sports CEO Audie Attar says his agency will ‘cut off 100 per cent of Manny’s opportunities to earn money in the United States’ after March trial.

Manny ‘Pacman’ Pacquiao hints at comeback to pro boxing

Philippines makes fresh push to save Mary Jane Veloso from Indonesia’s death row

The Filipino mother of two was moments away from facing the firing squad in 2015 when President Joko Widodo granted a reprieve. Her supporters claim an international drugs syndicate duped her into trafficking heroin.

Pacquiao to hold talks over boxing return in Saudi Arabia

Retired Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao eyes fight with French former sparring partner Jaber Zayani in Riyadh exhibition.

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What better way to bring in tourists than by using a celebrity? Taylor Swift, Chris Hemsworth, Cristiano Ronaldo, Rihanna and many more have all lent their star power to the cause.

Pacquiao wants Manila-Beijing peace panel to resolve South China Sea row

The boxer-turned-presidential candidate sought to deepen ties with the US and said China ‘should not abuse and trample on’ the Philippines’ rights.

Philippine response to Typhoon Rai could affect next year’s election

Analysts say the massive damage and response of candidates could sway voters in the May 2022 presidential election.

Japanese boxing star Naoya Inoue sets sight on big money and US stardom

Undefeated Japanese boxing star Naoya Inoue is on a fast track to stardom, after signing with Bob Arum’s Top Rank and making waves in Las Vegas.

Pacquiao backs an Ampatuan for governor, 12 years after massacre

Hadji Yasser Ampatuan, who allegedly was present during the planning of the infamous killings, is to run against the very man the massacre targeted – Esmael “Toto” Mangudadatu.

Pacquiao for president? Here’s how much the boxing icon has earned so far

One of the best and richest fighters of all time, the Philipines’ ‘Pac-Man’ has finally hung up his gloves – but is now aiming to use his fame and fortune to propel him to the presidency

Explainer | Philippine presidential election: the candidates and their China policies

The deadline to enter has passed and among the big names in with a shot are Panfilo Lacson, Ferdinand Marcos Jnr, Isko Moreno, Manny Pacquiao, Ronald dela Rosa and Leni Robredo.

Robredo to battle Marcos for Philippine presidency

Just 24 hours after the son of dictator Ferdinand Marcos entered the presidential race, his arch-rival Leni Robredo announces she is ready ‘to battle’.

‘Like spitting on the dead’: anger as Philippine dictator’s son runs for president

This is Marcos Jnr’s first tilt at the presidency and may represent his only chance as his mother Imelda – the family’s centre of political power – is 93.

Overseas Filipinos love Manny Pacquiao but do they want him to replace Duterte?

‘He’s not Superman’ and can he fight corruption? While Manny Pacquaio has hung up his gloves to seek the Philippine presidency, some overseas Filipino workers say they can’t see him as ‘anything more than a boxer’.

Can the Philippines ever break the grip of its political dynasties?

In the Philippines’ free and open elections, it’s easy to vote a political family out of power – vote another one in. Welcome to the ‘world capital’ of political dynasties.

Tale of the Tape | Manny Pacquiao makes right call to go gently into the night

Filipino icon has raged against the dying of the light but can no longer beat the very best, and a queue is forming of younger, hungrier boxers looking to play role of legend killer.

Pacquiao files bid for presidency as violence looms over Philippine polls

An analyst expects both excitement and violence from next year’s polls, with President Duterte threatening to call in the army should fighting break out.

Boxing king Pacquiao calls it quits

Manny Pacquiao announces retirement from boxing

Boxing ‘gave me the chance to fight my way out of poverty’, says the 42-year-old former eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao, who turns his attention to a Philippines presidential run.

Manila’s celebrity mayor Isko Moreno to run for president

The 46-year-old mayor of the Philippines’ capital is expected to bank on his rags-to-power life story, movie star looks and widely praised projects in Manila.

Pacquiao to run for Philippine president

Manny Pacquiao confirms he will run for Philippine presidency in 2022

Pacquiao and President Rodrigo Duterte belong to the same party but the former boxer has accused the Philippine leader of being too friendly with China.

Philippines’ Duterte to run as vice-president in blow to Pacquiao

The boxer-turned-senator is down but not out in his bid to lead his country, as the ruling party gives its endorsement to his rival Rodrigo Duterte.