Manny Pacquiao vs. Mario Barrios: Fight Overview

Mario Barrios will defend his WBC welterweight title against former champion Manny Pacquiao in a high-stakes 12-round match this Saturday. The fight is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Barrios comes into this match after a split-decision draw with Abel Ramos in November, while Pacquiao is making his comeback after a four-year hiatus following a loss to Yordenis Ugas in 2021.

Current Betting Odds

• Barrios: -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
• Pacquiao: +210
• Over/Under for Rounds: 10.5 (Over at -140, Under at +105)

Expert Predictions

Josh Nagel, seasoned boxing analyst, highlights that Barrios, who has held the WBC title since 2024, has a strong track record with 29 wins (18 by knockout) in 32 fights. Conversely, Pacquiao has been a trailblazer in boxing, being the first to claim 12 world titles across eight weight classes.

Nagel projects that the fight will likely see more than 9.5 rounds, reinforcing his confidence with specific money-line picks and prop bets that could yield substantial returns.

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