Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao (born December 17, 1978 in Kibawe [which may refer to the town in the Philippines], Philippines) is a professional boxer and widely regarded as a boxing legend and national hero of the Philippines. Pacquiao, a boxer known for speed, power, and a constant offensive approach, is the only man to win world championships in eight weight classes. And outside of boxing, he has had a political career and been an inspiration to millions with how he went from poor to global icon.
Boxing Record:
- Career Stats: 71-8-2-
- Wins by Knockout (KO): 39
- Weight Classes: Flyweight, Super Bantamweight, Featherweight, Super Featherweight, Lightweight, Light Welterweight, Welterweight, Light Middleweight
History and Achievements:
Pacquiao has fought the greatest fighters the world has seen from Floyd Mayweather Jr. to Oscar De La Hoya, Juan Manuel Marquez, Miguel Cotto and Keith Thurman.
With elite level speed, footwork and punching combinations, he has won several Fighter of the Year awards.
Unique in boxing history, Pacquiao is the only boxer to have won eight weight world titles.
In real life, he actually was a senator in the Philippines and works with various charities.
Pacquiao is a popular crowd darling largely known for his gutsy ways, always brings aggressive battles to fans.