Jeff Horn, a heavy underdog in the Horn vs Manny Pacquiao boxing match, may just pull it off. The 28-year-old Queensland native may leverage his advantage in youth and crowd support to pull off the biggest upset in Boxing in years and defeat Manny Pacquiao.
Manny Pacquiao who holds a 59-6-2 boxing record will be walking into the April 23 Pacquiao vs Horn boxing duel as the hands down favorite. The Filipino champion does not only outmatch Jeff Horn in boxing experience, the 339-year-oldboxing icon is said to be the quicker and more powerful of the two pugilists.
Experience comes with ring savvy, Manny Pacquiao's lengthy career has taught the once rabid punch first think later Filipino fighter well. Over the years, Pacquiao has developed a boxing style that does not only fully utilize his powerful lefts but also takes much advantage of his quickness.
The 60+ fights under Pacquiao's belt have prepared the Filipino fighting Senator for almost any scenario in the boxing ring, of course, Freddy Roach's tutelage also played a great role in molding the technically sound boxer that Pacquiao is today. However, as much as the lengthy career of Pacquiao is an advantage it is a double-edged sword that can also serve as a disadvantage.
Impressive as they are, the previous wins of Manny Pacquiao did not showcase the powerful punches that the Boxing icon is known for. According to fightsaga, a boxer with Pacquiao's age can get old overnight given the significant physical wear and tear.
This, however, has been denied by Manny Pacquiao in a recent interview with FoxSports where the Boxing icon said that he is still at his peak. On the same interview, Pacquiao revealed that he has not seen Jeff Horn yet.
Manny Pacquiao vs Jeff Horn Welterweight bout will reportedly be held on April 23 at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, Australia. Pacquiao's WBO Welterweight belt will be put at stake in Horn vs Pacquiao.
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