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Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao facing off in Los Angeles ahead of their super fight

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By Chris Robinson

It’s hard to understate the kind of emotions that are tied into the May 2 Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao super fight.

Set for a May 2 showdown at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas for the world to see, Mayweather and Pacquiao will finally settle their score after all these years of waiting and debating.
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Kenny Porter on Floyd Mayweather: ‘I get the feeling he will be able to adjust to the things Manny is doing’

Floyd Mayweather getting down to work in Las Vegas (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

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By Chris Robinson

With back to back media days on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week for the respective fighters, we are now in the final phase of camp for both Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao ahead of their May 2 clash in Las Vegas.

Mayweather faces Pacquiao from the MGM Grand in perhaps the biggest event in the sport’s history.
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Photos: Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao face off at Los Angeles press conference

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao in Los Angeles (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

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By Chris Robinson

Photos from Los Angeles as five-division world champion Floyd “Money” Mayweather and eight-division world titlist Manny Pacquiao meet ahead of their May 2 pay per view clash.

Mayweather (47-0, 26 KO’s) and Pacquiao (57-5-2, 38 KO’s) will meet inside of the MGM Grand Garden Arena in an attraction that will be co-produced and co-distributed by SHOWTIME PPV and HBO Pay-Per-View.
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Manny Pacquiao gives congratulations to Ronda Rousey following her 14-second knockout over Cat Zingano

Manny Pacquiao giving congratulations to Ronda Rousey on Saturday night (Photo: Instagram)

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By Chris Robinson

On Saturday night, Feb. 28, inside of the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Calif., UFC star Ronda Rousey continued to impress, knocking out previously-undefeated Cat Zingano in just 14 seconds at UFC 184.

Rousey has garnered mainstream attention for her accomplishments and is one of the most-publicized female athletes on the planet.
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Bob Arum Exclusive: ‘I always thought Manny had the style and ability to beat Floyd’

Manny Pacquiao will be gunning for his biggest victory to date on May 2 (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

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By Chris Robinson

The countdown to one of the biggest boxing events of all time has begun, as Floyd Mayweather will face off with Manny Pacquiao on May 2 from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada.

And while Pacquiao is a clear underdog heading into the match, the Filipino icon’s promoter Bob Arum is savoring the idea of an upset.
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Roger Mayweather says Manny Pacquiao will get ‘damn near killed’ by Floyd on May 2

Roger Mayweather speaking from the Mayweather Boxing Club in Las Vegas (Photo: Chris Robinson)

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By Chris Robinson

Finally, the fight the world has been waiting for is upon us.

Floyd Mayweather will face off with rival Manny Pacquiao on May 2 from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Floyd Mayweather expected to announce Manny Pacquiao fight anytime now

Floyd Mayweather is expected to announce his fight with Manny Pacquiao anytime now (Photo: Instagram)

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By Chris Robinson

The boxing world continues to wait for official word on the May 2 Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao dream fight.

This particular negotiating period has brought much more promise and hope, much of that coming from the face to face encounter and follow up conversation between the two men.
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VIDEO: Floyd Mayweather tells Manny Pacquiao face to face ‘We have to make this fight happen’

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao in Miami (Photo: Instagram)

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By Chris Robinson

On Saturday night, Feb. 7, Floyd Mayweather took to his personal Instagram to show off a video from his recent face to face encounter with Manny Pacquiao.

The clip, recorded by Bad Medina, reveals Mayweather pleading with Pacquiao’s side in an effort to make them realize how important it is for the boxing world to see them fight.
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Online reactions to Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao meeting in Miami

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao came face to face tonight in Miami (Photo: Twitter)

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By Chris Robinson

The internet world is buzzing over Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather once again, and this time over something that is of actual substance.

Turns out that both Mayweather and Pacquiao were present inside of the American Airlines Arena in Miami for the Heat-Bucks game that evening. The Heat organization took notice and soon the world began buzzing.
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Robert Garcia still holding on to hope that Marcos Maidana lands Manny Pacquiao: ‘I think he has a chance’

Marcos ‘Chino’ Maidana is coming off of a pair of decision losses to Floyd Mayweather yet still remains a big attraction (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

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By Chris Robinson

During his latest visit to Las Vegas, trainer Robert Garcia took a few minutes to speak with the media following his fighter Erik Ruiz’s tough loss to Jessie Magdaleno inside of Texas Station Casino.

Garcia is one of the most sought-after trainers in the game and his stable of fighters in his gym down in Oxnard, Calif. is also one of the deepest in the sport.
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Larry Merchant eyes Terence Crawford, Mikey Garcia as potential foes for Pacquiao moving forward

Terence Crawford following his victory over Yuriorkis Gamboa earlier this year (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

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By Chris Robinson

Following his dominant victory over Chris Algieri this past weekend in Macau, China, eight-division world titlist Manny Pacquiao has seen his name thrust back into the headlines in a positive light.

Pacquiao looked very sharp vs. his younger, taller foe, registering six knockdowns over the course of their 12-round bout, ultimately grabbing a wide unanimous decision over Algieri.
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Manny Pacquiao speaks post-fight; hints that Mayweather is afraid to fight him

Manny Pacquiao landing against Chris Algieri on Saturday night (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

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By Chris Robinson

Facing off with Chris Algieri on Saturday night (American time), eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao was sharp, scoring six knockdowns throughout the one-sided fight as he marched towards his 57th victory by way of a unanimous decision.

Performing inside of the Venetian Resort’s Cotai Arena in Macau, China, Pacquiao drew a lot of support from those visiting from his native Philippines and seems content with his effort.
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Photos: Manny Pacquiao dominates Chris Algieri; scores six knockdowns in decision victory

Photos from the Venetian Resort in Macau, China as eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao dominates former junior welterweight titlist Chris Algieri over 12 one-sided rounds. Pacquiao was sharp in the fight, scoring six knockdowns on his way to a lopsided unanimous decision.

All photos courtesy of Chris Farina (Top Rank)

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Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Manny Pacquiao dominates Chris Algieri in six-knockdown whitewash; eyes Floyd Mayweather in 2015

Manny Pacquiao following his victory over Chris Algieri on Saturday night (Photo: Chris Farina – Top Rank)

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By Chris Robinson

Moments ago, from the Venetian Resort in Macau, China, eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao dominated a game but outgunned Chris Algieri over 12 one-sided rounds.

Pacquiao scored six knockdown throughout the match, with scorecards of 120-102 and 119-103 twice favoring the Filipino icon.

Following the action, Pacquiao spoke with HBO analyst Max Kellerman about his performance.
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Photos: Manny Pacquiao and Chris Algieri weigh in

Photos from Macau, China as eight-division world titlist Manny Pacquiao (143.8 pounds) and his opponent, WBO junior welterweight champion Chris Algieri (143.6 pounds), weigh in ahead of their respective showdown, set for tonight on HBO pay per view.

All photos courtesy of Chris Farina (Top Rank)

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Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com

Photos: Manny Pacquiao and Chris Algieri come meet up in Macau at The Venetian

Eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao (56-5-2, 38 KO’s) and WBO Jr. Welterweight champion Chris Algieri (20-0, 8 KO’s) meet inside of The Venetian Macao in Macau, China, on Monday to announce their upcoming World Welterweight title fight on HBO pay per view.

The two men and their teams will embark on a 27,273-Mile media tour that will include stops in Shanghai, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York.

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Photos: Manny Pacquiao and Chris Algieri come meet up in Macau at The Venetian

Eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao (56-5-2, 38 KO’s) and WBO Jr. Welterweight champion Chris Algieri (20-0, 8 KO’s) meet inside of The Venetian Macao in Macau, China, on Monday to announce their upcoming World Welterweight title fight on HBO pay per view.

The two men and their teams will embark on a 27,273-Mile media tour that will include stops in Shanghai, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York.

Photos courtesy of Chris Farina (Top Rank)

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Manny Pacquiao gets revenge over Tim Bradley at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas [RECAP]

Pacquiao made his arrival to the city and we were behind the scenes to capture the moment.

During Fight Week, prospect Lydell Rhodes, who was in camp with Pacquiao in both the Philippines and Los Angeles as a sparring partner, revealed some insight into Team Pacquiao’s strategy.

We also caught up with Pacquiao on the track early in the week

It was a hyped scene at the weigh-in, as you could tell both men were ready to end the tension and get things started.

Pacquiao pulled out the victory and Freddie Roach addressed the media afterwards

Chris Robinson can be reached at CRobinson@hustleboss.com