Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquaio: Fight date, venue, ring walk time, undercard, profiles, last fights

Everything you need to know ahead of the return of Manny Pacquiao, as the Boxing icon faces off against Mario Barrios in Las Vegas on Saturday July 19th, 2025.

Manny Pacquiao hasn't fought a pro bout since August 2021, but has found himself back in the boxing spotlight as he prepares to face off against Mario Barrios for the WBC Welterweight Championship.

Barrios will be making his second defence of the belt since becoming champion, having held the title for over 11 months.

Check which boxing fights are on the horizon with our upcoming boxing schedule.

Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquaio - All You Need To Know

Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquaio - Date

Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquiao is due to take place in the early hours of Sunday 20th July, 2025 for fight fans in the UK.

Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquaio - Ring Walks & Fight Time

Ringwalks for Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquiao are due to take place at approximately 05:00 (BST).

Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquaio - Venue

Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquiao will take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

There were hopes that the showdown could be staged at the T-Mobile arena, however Lady Gaga is scheduled to perform there on the 16th, 18th and 19th July.

Somewhat ironically Pacquiao made his US debut at the MGM Grand against Lehlohonlo Ledwaba.

Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquaio - Odds

Odds for Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquiao have not yet been released, however it's expected Barrios will be installed as the favourite.

Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquaio - Are there any belts on the line?

The WBC World Welterwight Championship is on the line when Mario Barrios and Manny Pacquiao go toe-to-toe in Las Vegas.

This is due to a WBC rule that states that a former champion coming out of retirement can request a title fight upon their return.

Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquaio - What weight class is the fight at?

Mario Barrios v Manny Pacquiao is being held at welterweight, with PacMan reinstalled at 5th in the WBC rankings recently.

Mario Barrios profile, record & last fight

Nationality:	USA
Age:	30
Height:	5ft10 (178cm)
Reach:	70.9ins (180cm)
Total Fights:	32
Record:	29-2-1 (18 KO's)
Last Fight:	Draw (SD) v Abel Ramos (15-11-2024)

Manny Pacquiao profile, record & last fight

Nationality:	Philippines
Age:	46
Height:	5ft5 (166cm)
Reach:	66.9ins (170cm)
Total Fights:	72
Record:	62-8-2 (39 KO's)
Last Fight:	Loss (UD) v Yordenis Ugas (21-08-2021)