Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao lost his latest boxing bout to Yordenis Ugas on Saturday night, and was in a reflective mood after his unanimous point’s decision loss to his opponent.
The 42-year-old boxer was unable to summon the magical speed which has excited boxing fans around the world for two decades, and suggested after his loss to his Cuban opponent that he may retire after losing to his rival in their clash for the WBA welterweight world title.
Speaking in his press conference, Pacquiao responded to questions about a potential retirement: “I don’t know. Let me rest first and relax and make a decision if I fight again.
“In the future, you may not see Manny Pacquiao fight again in the ring.
“I don’t know. But for how many decades, I’m so happy with what I’ve done in boxing. I contribute a record in boxing also and to make boxing the top.
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“And especially bring honour to my country and the Filipino people. I’m so proud to be a Filipino and thankful to all the fans all over the world.”
“I hope in my more than 20 years in boxing; I made your enjoyment and happiness in my career.
“That’s boxing. I congratulate my opponent Yordenis Ugas for making it tough tonight and winning tonight. That’s boxing.”
Ugas praised the legendary pugilist in his own comments after the bout, before outlining his future intentions. The 35-year-old said: “I’m very excited, but I want to thank Manny Pacquiao for giving me this moment today.
“Now the plan is to unify the title at welterweight. Everybody said that he was the champion, now we know who the real champion is,” he added.
Pacquiao also said that he would make an announcement next month as to whether or not he will campaign to be the President of the Philippines in the 2022 election.
