Manny Pacquiao confirms next fight against WBA champion Lucas Matthysse in Kuala Lumpur this June
Filipino boxer to take on welterweight champ from Argentina in Malaysia, saying he can't wait to get back out in the ring
MANNY PACQUIAO has confirmed his next fight, as he prepares to take on WBA champion Lucas Matthysse in Kuala Lumpur this June.
The Filipino boxer, 39, will face the 35-year-old welterweight champ from Argentina in Malaysia, saying he can't wait to get back out in the ring.
Eight-division champion "Pacman" revealed he is excited at the prospect of becoming world champion again, with his "underdog" status only serving as a greater motivation.
Pacquiao said: “I like his [Matthysse's] aggressive fighting style. That's what I want, to entertain the boxing fans.
"Besides, Matthysse is not a dirty fighter and I highly respect him for that.
“I knew this is going to be a tough fight.
"Matthysse is also a knockout artist. But I'm excited to fight and be a world champion again.
"So, expect me to train hard for this fight.
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“I'm the underdog in this fight but I'm used to it.
"It serves as a big motivation for me to train and fight hard to win the crown."
