Embodying the spirit of Filipino volunteerism that bloomed in this stormy year, Efren Peñaflorida Jr. was named CNN Hero of the Year, the international news network announced on Sunday (Manila time).
HOLLYWOOD -- Freddie Roach’s hands shook with excitement as he talked about a fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr.
LOS ANGELES (AFP) - - Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather will begin negotiations on a mega blockbuster fight within the next 24 hours, USA Today newspaper has reported.
MANILA, Philippines - It took a lot of guts to do what Manny Pacquiao did in beating Miguel Cotto for his seventh world boxing championship in seven different weight divisions at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas last Saturday night (yesterday morning, Manila).
MANILA -- Manny Pacquiao is confident he still has the hand speed and ring savvy to counter the raw power of Miguel Cotto despite the added weight.
LAS VEGAS – The numbers that are reflected in the giant electronic billboard of Mandalay Bay’s betting station suggest a one-sided contest this coming Saturday.
HOLLYWOOD – Manny Pacquiao, chasing history, takes a 300-mile trip to Las Vegas Monday, five days before he climbs the ring against WBO welterweight champion Miguel Cotto of Puerto Rico.