Ahead of that fight with the American, Pacquiao has re-entered the WBC rankings at No 5, with third-ranked Conor Benn and No 1 Devin Haney the best-known names above him.

Boxing insiders are becoming increasingly concerned at reports suggesting Manny Pacquiao is preparing to return to the sport aged 46 against the current WBC welterweight world champion Mario Barrios,

One of boxing's all-time legends is looking for a return to the ring. Manny Pacquiao — the first boxer to win championships in four different weight classes, boxing's only eight-division champ, and the only boxer to notch world titles across four decades — is slated to un-retire,