The 5’6 ½” southpaw fighter with dynamite in both fists, turned pro

The 5’6 ½” southpaw fighter with dynamite in both fists, turned pro in 1995. The Filipino phenom has gradually improved his skills and power over the last several years under the tutelage of trainer Freddie Roach and conditioning expert Alex Ariza to become the human fight machine that we see today.

The all-time great and Future Hall of Famer is the only fighter to ever win eight world championships in eight different weight divisions and was the first pugilist to ever win four lineal championships in four different weight classes. Pacquiao has escalated his talents into the pugilistic stratosphere and is seemingly unbeatable at this stage in his prizefighting career.

Manny Pacquiao has drastically improved his footwork, upper body movement, hand-eye coordination, and power since campaigning primarily in the Welterweight division.
Pacquiao has great coordination and speed, which is coupled with tremendous power in both hands. His greatest improvement has been in the area of footwork and upper body movement. His ability to slip in and out of an opponent’s defense while throwing punches is second to none. Pacquiao can also act as the relentless aggressor or can use the entire ring and box effectively, while turning his opponents and fighting them at angles.

Hopefully, he gives us the gift that keeps on giving in 2012 and faces Floyd Mayweather!!

Happy Birthday to a true legend of the sport!!!