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How Manny Pacquiao and Freddie Roach Meet

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All of us know the tandem of Freddie Roach and Manny Pacquiao. The trainer-boxer duo brought unending pride to the Philippines.
But how exactly did they met?
Roach wasn’t there when Pacquiao started his professional career. They never thought they would be one of the most successful partners in the history of boxing.
They met by accident, but they were destined for greatness.
Rod Nazario, Pacquiao’s manager, was the bridge for their meeting. It was 2001.
Pacquiao was done conquering Asia; thus, Nazario believed that the then 22-year old pride of General Santos City is now ready to conquer greater heights.
However, finding a promoter willing to take Pacquiao in was not easy. They did not see the potential of Pacquiao despite being one of the best in Asia.
Nazario then was able to found Murad Muhammad, a New Jersey promoter.
He took Pacquiao because he thinks he has nothing to lose on him. In short, it was just a try.
One step was completed; he was now looking for someone to train the Filipino boxer.
Again, no one wanted to train Pacquiao, who back then was blonde.
Nazario went to Los Angeles, where he found two Filipino fighters.
They were training in the now-famous Wild Card Gym owned by Roach.
Roach was not training any Filipino boxer back then.
But Pacquiao showed up to their gym. Tried to hit the pads with Roach.
That moment was their spark.
Roach knew Pacquiao could fight. He earned his approval. Likewise, Pacquiao knew Roach would be a good trainer for him.
They then began their journey. The rest was history.
Their first fight came up against the top bantamweight fight Lehlo Ledwaba.
The WBC super bantamweight champ was scheduled to fight the then number 6 Pacquiao.
By the looks of it, it was a tough debut for the Roach-Pacquiao tandem. But they proved everybody wrong.
Pacquiao unleashed all he was doing in training with Roach.
He scored a sixth-round knockout to win the WBC super bantamweight weight.
It was a shocking but splendid performance by the Filipino.
Everyone doesn\’t have a clue about him. He introduced himself to America with a bang.
He was just an undercard on an Oscar Dela Hoya fight.
Who knew that after some years, he would face and destroy Dela Hoya in the ring?
Manny Pacquiao is truly incredible, but he could reach the maximum level, all thanks to the now legendary Freddie Roach.
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Jamal Crawford retires from pro basketball

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Jamal Crawford retires from pro basketball

Three-time NBA Sixth Man of the Year Jamal Crawford announced his retirement from
professional basketball on his social media account.
\”Goodbye to the game, all the spoils the adrenaline rush,\” the 42-year old veteran
posted.
Crawford already cemented his name in the NBA as one of the greatest sixth man ever
as well as one of the deadliest ball handlers the league has ever witness. His classic
shake-and-bake move earned him the moniker, Jcross.
He played for 20 seasons on nine different teams and he is one of the oldest player to
ever score 51 points during the NBA bubble back in 2020.
Throughout his career, he logged an average of 14.6 ppg and 3.4 apg.
Although he failed to win a championship, Crawford was a frequent delegate of the NBA
playoffs having played for 74 games.

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Conor McGregor continues boxing training

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Conor McGregor continues boxing training

Conor McGregor continues to wow his fans and followers on social media with his
upgraded physique.
The Notorious one posted on his Instagram account his latest workout at Crulim Boxing
Club Official, who and what will his next fight be? No one still knows.
But what people know is how much of a beast McGregor is in his body transformation.
The intimidating UFC superstar has become even more frightening and fans want
Kamaru Usman to be the first to taste the power of the new-look McGregor.
Another rumor is he will be back in boxing. With his current weight he might possibly
fight the current pound-for-pound king and the face of boxing, Saul “Canelo” Alvarez.

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LeBron ties Kobe for second most All-Star Game appearances

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LeBron ties Kobe for second most All-Star Game appearances

LeBron James has been to many history in the NBA and he keeps on joining more list
as he is now tied with the late and great Kobe Bryant for the second most appearances
in the All-Star Game, at 18.

James, who is on his 19th year in the NBA remains one of the deadliest in the league
despite his LA Lakers clearly struggling in the first half of the season. He is also the
team captain for the All-Star Weekend in Cleveland this month.
Solo performance wise, James at the age of 37 has been doing some insane statistics
as he averages about 28 points per game this season and his latest feat was becoming
the All-Time Scoring Leader in regular season and playoffs combined. He surpassed
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar who is also in first in ASG stint with 19 and the league\’s all-time
leading scorer. James now has 44,157 points and counting.

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