Manny Pacquiao
Emmanuel Dapidran Pacquiao, also known as “PacMan”, is a former professional boxer and Filipino politician. He is considered one of the greatest boxers of all time, and is the only eight-division world champion in boxing history. Pacquiao was born on December 17, 1978 in Kibawe, Bukidnon province, Mindanao, Philippines. He made his professional debut in 1995 as a junior flyweight, and is known for winning boxing titles in more weight classes than any other boxer.
- Pacquiao’s 2015 fight against Floyd Mayweather is the best-selling fight in boxing history, with 4.6 million PPV buys. He has generated approximately $1.3 billion in revenue from 26 PPV-bouts, and was the world’s second highest paid athlete in 2015.
- He is also the first Asian four-time welterweight champion.
- Pacquiao has won 10 world boxing titles and is the only eight-division world champion in boxing history
- Manny Pacquiao has won many major awards, including:
- Fighter of the Decade: Named by the Boxing Writers Association of America, WBC, WBO, and HBO for the 2000s.
- Ring magazine, ESPN, and BWAA Fighter of the Year: Won in 2006, 2008, and 2009, respectively.
- Best Fighter ESPY Award: Won in 2009 and 2011.
- Pacquiao announced his retirement from boxing in 2021.
Manny Pacquiao has record of 62 wins, 8 losses, and 2 draws, with 39 wins by knockout.
Greatest Boxer in the World – Top 10 List
Greatest Boxer in the World – Top 10 List: Muhammad Ali, Joe Louis, Sugar Ray Robinson, Rocky Marciano, Floyd Mayweather Jr., Manny Pacquiao, Jack Dempsey, and Roberto Duran are widely recognized as some of the greatest boxers of all time, each with their unique fighting styles, impressive records, and unforgettable moments in the ring. Their contributions to the sport have firmly established their places in boxing history, inspiring admiration and awe among fans worldwide.
This article will discuss the greatest boxers of all time, highlighting their extraordinary achievements, unmatched skills, and lasting impact on the sport.
Table of Content
- 10. Willie Pep
- 9. Henry Armstrong
- 8. Roberto Duran
- 7. Jack Dempsey
- 6. Manny Pacquiao
- 5. Floyd Mayweather Jr.
- 4. Rocky Marciano
- 3. Sugar Ray Robinson
- 2. Joe Louis
- 1. Muhammad Ali
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Rank |
Boxer |
Achievements |
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1. |
Muhammad Ali |
56 wins, Olympic gold medalist, heavyweight champion |
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2. |
Joe Louis |
Longest-reigning heavyweight champion, 66 wins |
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3. |
Sugar Ray Robinson |
2-division champion, 174 wins in nearly 200 fights |
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4. |
Rocky Marciano |
Undefeated in 49 fights, heavyweight champion |
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5. |
Floyd Mayweather Jr |
Undefeated in 50 fights, 5-division world champion |
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6. |
Manny Pacquiao |
8-division champion, 62 wins in 72 fights |
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7. |
Jack Dempsey |
World heavyweight champion, 53 wins in 67 bouts |
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8. |
Roberto Duran |
4-division champion, 103 wins in 119 career fights |
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9. |
Henry Armstrong |
Simultaneous champion in 3 weight classes |
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10. |
Willie Pep |
Featherweight champion, 229 wins in 241 career fights |