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GMA Network
2 hours ago
- Sport
- GMA Network
Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios: What you need to know
Manny Pacquiao is returning to the ring and will fight WBC world welterweight champion Mario Barrios on July 19 (July 20, Philippine time) in Las Vegas. Here are some details you need to know about the fight. Who is Manny Pacquiao? Pacquiao, a Filipino boxing Hall of Famer, is an eight-division champion who retired from the sport in 2021 ahead of his campaign for the Philippine presidency. However, Pacquiao, who was a senator then, lost in the race. In boxing, the 46-year old Pacquiao has been enshrined in the Hall of Fame in 2025. He has a boxing record of 62 wins, 39 from knockouts, eight losses, and two draws. He last fought professionally in 2021 against Yordenis Ugas where he lost via unanimous decision. Who is Mario Barrios? Mexican-American boxer Barrios is the reigning WBC welterweight champion. At 30 years old, he has a fight record of 29 wins, 18 from knockouts, two losses, and one draw. He last fought against Abel Ramos which ended in a draw. When is the Pacquiao vs Barrios fight? The Pacquiao-Barrios fight will be held on July 19 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. In the Philippines, however, the fight will air on the morning of July 20. Who are the undercards? Some of the undercards in the Pacquiao-Barrios fight are other Filipino boxers Eumir Marcial, who will take on Bernard Joseph, while Mark Magsayo will face Jorge Mata Cuellar. Gary Russell Junior will take on Hugo Castaneda in a lightweight bout, while David Picasso will face Kyonosuke Kameda in a junior featherweight bout. Preview —GMA Integrated News
Courier-Mail
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Courier-Mail
AFL legend Barrie Robran dies aged 77
Don't miss out on the headlines from AFL. Followed categories will be added to My News. Australian football Hall of Fame Legend and arguably South Australia's greatest footballer, Barrie Robran, has died. Robran, who won three Magarey Medals as the best player in the SANFL, as well as seven best and fairests for his club North Adelaide across 201 games, was 77. One of the inaugural inductees into the Australian Football Hall of Fame in 1996, Robran was elevated to a legend five years later despite never playing in the VFL, choosing instead to dominate in his home state. The Barry Robran statue at Adelaide Oval. Picture: Jason Hywood He was the first South Australian to be named a Hall of Fame legend. Robran kicked 194 goals for North Adelaide from 1967-80, won premierships in 1971-72 and is also in the club's team of the century. He was such a revered figure in South Australia that there's a statue of Robran at the Adelaide Oval that serves as a permanent reminder of his standing. Robran was an SA stalwart, played 17 state matches and served as an SA selector for 14 years. North Adelaide president Kris Mooney said Robran was 'more than just a footballer'. 'He was the embodiment of everything North Adelaide stands for – excellence, humility, and unwavering loyalty. His legacy will forever inspire us, and his quiet grace touched everyone he met,' he said in a statement. 'We are incredibly proud to call him one of our own.' Robran takes a mark in the SANFL in 1973. Picture: Ray Titus One of Robran's sons, Matthew, was a dual-premiership player in 130 games for the Adelaide Crows, further cementing the family's football legacy. His niece, Jade, an Adelaide media personality, had to leave her morning radio show after being told the news of her father's death on Wednesday. Originally published as AFL world mourning death of Barrie Robran, the first South Australian legend in the Hall of Fame
San Francisco Chronicle
16 hours ago
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
Commanders are retiring Hall of Fame receiver Art Monk's No. 81 this season
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The Washington Commanders said Tuesday they are retiring Hall of Fame wide receiver Art Monk's No. 81 this season. Monk is the sixth player in franchise history to get that honor, joining Darrell Green, Sammy Baugh, Bobby Mitchell, Sonny Jurgensen and Sean Taylor. The team announced that Monk would have his number retired Nov. 2 when the Commanders host the Seattle Seahawks for a Sunday night game in Week 9. Monk was part of all three of Washington's Super Bowl teams during the organization's glory days and is arguably one of the greatest players in franchise history. He played 14 of his 16 NFL seasons with Washington before finishing his career with the New York Jets and Philadelphia Eagles. From his debut in 1980 through 1993, Monk caught 888 passes for 12,026 yards and 65 touchdowns during the regular season and 69 passes for 1,062 yards and seven TDs in the playoffs. An All-Pro pick in 1982 and a three-time Pro Bowl selection, Monk was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008. ___
Hamilton Spectator
17 hours ago
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- Hamilton Spectator
Commanders are retiring Hall of Fame receiver Art Monk's No. 81 this season
ASHBURN, Va. (AP) — The Washington Commanders said Tuesday they are retiring Hall of Fame wide receiver Art Monk's No. 81 this season. Monk is the sixth player in franchise history to get that honor, joining Darrell Green , Sammy Baugh, Bobby Mitchell, Sonny Jurgensen and Sean Taylor . The team announced that Monk would have his number retired Nov. 2 when the Commanders host the Seattle Seahawks for a Sunday night game in Week 9. Monk was part of all three of Washington's Super Bowl teams during the organization's glory days and is arguably one of the greatest players in franchise history. He played 14 of his 16 NFL seasons with Washington before finishing his career with the New York Jets and Philadelphia Eagles. From his debut in 1980 through 1993, Monk caught 888 passes for 12,026 yards and 65 touchdowns during the regular season and 69 passes for 1,062 yards and seven TDs in the playoffs. An All-Pro pick in 1982 and a three-time Pro Bowl selection, Monk was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2008. ___ AP NFL:
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
'Not now': Why Cincinnati Reds' Elly De La Cruz declined Home Run Derby invitation again
Someday Elly De La Cruz wants to participate in the All-Star Home Run Derby. 'The time is going to come,' he said. 'But not now.' For the third time in as many seasons in the big leagues, the Reds young star declined an invitation to participate in the Derby. Elly De La Cruz, who leads the Reds with 18 home runs, again declined to participate in the Home Run Derby during All-Star Game festivities. De La Cruz finished with 25 home runs last season. The grueling nature of the contest, which some past participants suggested had a lingering fatigue effect coming out of the All-Star week, was one factor, he said, as well as the desire to keep his focus on helping the Reds win. Advertisement This time around, the event comes just weeks after the loss of his sister following a long illness. And if he isn't selected to the National League All-Star team, it gives him an opportunity to be home with family for a few days. Reds Pete Rose Hall of Fame Poll: Americans want Pete Rose in baseball's Hall of Fame. 'He has waited long enough' Reds Big Red Machine Padres 'We captured the imagination': Why Big Red Machine secured unique sports, cultural legacy A player is not required to be selected to an All-Star team to be eligible to participate in the Home Run Derby. De La Cruz, who finished third in All-Star fan voting for NL shortstops, reached the halfway point in the season this week hitting .277 with 18 home runs, 55 RBIs and an .862 OPS. He has played in all 81 games. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Why Cincinnati Reds' Elly De La Cruz declined Home Run Derby invitation
