BOXING

Pacquiao to lose WBA belt if McGregor fight pushes through

Published

4 years ago

October 14, 2020

By Bombo Ponciano \’John\’ Melo Jr -October 9, 2020 | 7:59 AM
https://www.bomboradyo.com/pacquiao-to-lose-wba-belt-if-mcgregor-fight-pushes-through/

Manny Pacquiao is most likely to be stripped of his WBA welterweight belt if he fights UFC superstar Conor McGregor next year in Dubai.

Here is why:

The eight-division champ claimed the belt after defeating Keith Thurman in June 2019.

Usually, the boxing body will put a mandatory title defense for Pacquiao within six months. However, it did not happen due to the pandemic coronavirus disease.

It means that he should fight in the first quarter of 2021. If not, the WBA will take away his title and be vacated.

Pacquiao camp has yet to respond to this possibility. The talks for their fight started already last year; however, it only made progress recently. With both fighters under the same management, the fight has become a bit closer to reality.

Still, the dilemma remains. Will Pacquiao choose the McGregor fight to help his fellow Filipinos who are currently suffering? Or will he fight the challenger to be put by the WBA?

Even McGregor is on the same weight as Pacquiao; he can’t fight Pacquiao for the WBA welterweight belt because he is unranked. He only has one fight and one loss, which was against Floyd Mayweather Jr.

A tough decision is on the line for the only eight-division world champion. What will the decision be?

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Francis Ngannou cries ‘deception’ vs Anthony Joshua camp

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2 weeks ago

April 3, 2024

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Francis Ngannou cries ‘deception’ vs Anthony Joshua camp

Former UFC fighter Francis Ngannou accused AJ camp of ‘trickery’ when he suffered devastating knockdowns in the first and second round last March 8, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The MMA fighter and former UFC heavyweight champion said that AJ camp sabotaged him by letting him go early in the arena.

“We both fought at 3am. What I think, something that’s happened is that they get me to the arena very early. Like my pickup time was 10.30pm to go to the arena. And then when we get to the arena, they tell us that we are scheduled around 1.45am. right?” Ngannou blurted.

He believed that he came exhausted, which resulted in his humiliating defeat.

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Texas Department urges Mike Tyson to pass EEG, EKG tests

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2 weeks ago

April 3, 2024

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Texas Department urges Mike Tyson to pass EEG, EKG tests

The 57-year old legend Mike Tyson (50 wins – 6 loss) vs 27-year old YouTuber Jake Paul (9 wins – 1 loss) must undergo major tests before the fight to materialize at AT&T Stadium in Texas Arlington on July 20, 2024.

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR) urged Tyson to undergo or pass a brain test Electroencephalography (EEG) and Electrocardiogram (EKG) for the heart.

“A person aged 36 or older applying for a contestant’s license must submit a report of favourable physical testing conducted within the previous 12 months, including but not limited to an EEG and an EKG.” TDLR elaborated.

Meanwhile, the American youtuber explained that he picked Tyson because he wants to change the history of boxing. He already fought Floyd Mayweather Jr but he lost.

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WBC, Dela Hoya warrant Ryan Garcia vs Athletic Commission

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4 weeks ago

March 21, 2024

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WBC, Dela Hoya warrant Ryan Garcia vs Athletic Commission

After the controversial posts of Ryan Garcia and the alleged Mental Health evaluation request of the Athletic Commision, the World Boxing Commission (WBC) assured that they are in talks with New York State Commission (NYSC) for the April 20, 2024 bout.

Ryan Garcia (24 wins 1 loss) will clash with undefeated Devin Haney (31 wins – 0 loss) in April however, Ryan faces a number of issues. Though it may be part of marketing their fight, the fans are alarmed how Garcia is behaving in social media.

Boxing Hall of Famer, Golden Boy Promotions founder Oscar Dela Hoya said that Garcia is in great spirits in the gym.

“Don’t mind the posts, that takes like five, 10 seconds of his time. He’s working hard every single minute of the day.” he exclaimed.

WBC president Mauricio Sulaimán said that the fight is not cancelled.

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