The fighting pride of the Philippines, Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao scored a unanimous decision win over Brandon “Bambam” Rios during the “Clash in Cotai” boxing extravaganza held in Macau, China with the final score card at 120-108, 119-109, 118-110, all in favor of Manny Pacquiao.
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The 34-year-old Manny Pacquiao successfully fulfilled his quest of redemption after suffering two consecutive losses for the past years. He won with new belt around his waist after he defeated “Bambam” Rios for the vacant WBO International Welterweight title.
Manny Pacquiao showcased his great footwork, solid combinations and a commitment to the game plan which left Bambam Rios with a very little hope of winning the game.
The fighting congressman from Sarangani Province changed a lot on his style compared to his previous fight cost him dearly against a dangerous counter puncher in Marquez. Pacquiao was able to outbox Rios as shown in the stats which is a good indicator that Pac-Man still has plenty to offer in the world of boxing.
Brandon Rios continued to take the punishment from Pacquiao from the very start of the around until the final bell rings at the end of the twelve round. The 27-year-old Rios tried not to give up, but Pacquiao looked like his vintage self in dominating the American boxer and Pacquiao came away with the decisive victory.
