Overview

• Pacquiao’s July 19 WBC welterweight title challenge against Mario Barrios concluded in a controversial majority draw that many observers questioned.
• Australian Liam Paro confirmed his move up from junior welterweight and publicly invited Pacquiao to headline a bout in Australia.
• Former champions Rolando Romero and Floyd Mayweather, along with rising stars Ryan Garcia and Conor Benn, have also called for high-profile matches with Pacquiao.
• Advisor Sean Gibbons has signaled a preference for new challengers over an immediate rematch with Mario Barrios.
• Ring Magazine placed Pacquiao at No. 9 in its latest welterweight rankings, highlighting the depth of competition he faces.