Manny Pacquiao is indeed planning a comeback to boxing in 2024 and potentially 2025. His schedule for 2024 includes several significant events:
- Exhibition Match: Pacquiao will fight Muay Thai legend Buakaw Banchamek on April 20, 2024 (World Boxing News) (World Boxing News).
- WBC Welterweight Title Fight: He is also eyeing a fight against Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title (Sky Sports).
- Olympic Aspirations: Pacquiao aims to compete in the Paris 2024 Olympics, pending a successful application for a wildcard spot (World Boxing News) (World Boxing News).
- Mayweather Rematch: There is a planned rematch with Floyd Mayweather Jr. set for December 31, 2024, in Tokyo (Yahoo News – Latest news & headlines) (World Boxing News).
Pacquiao’s return to professional boxing could extend into 2025 if his plans for the Olympics and other professional bouts proceed as intended. He is currently training rigorously to ensure he is in top shape for these upcoming challenges (World Boxing News) (World Boxing News).
