As planned, Manny Pacquiao will fight Errol Spence Jr in the WBC battle, IBF semi -class on August 21. However, American puncher Errol Spence Jr was confirmed to have torn the retina in the left eye and could not participate in the competition.
“I am very disappointed that I will not be able to fight Manny Pacquiao. You know, I have been expecting this war. Unfortunately, the doctors discovered a tear in my left eye and asked me to have surgery as soon as possible. I would like to apologize to everyone and promise to come back soon,” Errol Spence Jr said.
The absence of American boxers will make this pair less attractive. Manny Pacquiao is a world boxing legend, winning 8 championship belts in 7 different weight classes. Meanwhile, the juniors Errol Spence Jr are the No. 1 semi -class puncher and one of his most elite fighters. The match against Errol Spence Jr may be the last professional stage of the 42 -year -old Filipino fighter Manny Pacquiao.
Yordenis Ugas was arranged to fight Fabian Maididana in the secondary event in Pacquiao's match. However, with the injury of Errol Spence Jr, Ugas will be brought to compete with the legendary Pacquiao. This is also the biggest match of Ugas's career.
Meanwhile, Manny Pacquiao calmly received the news of the big opponent injury.
“First and most importantly, I begged everyone to pray for Errol Spence Jr. to fully recover.