Amir Khan teases boxing comeback by talking about fight against Manny Pacquiao

Amir Khan's Potential Return

Amir Khan, the former world champion, has hinted at a stunning boxing comeback just one year after retiring. Khan ended his career in May 2022 following a technical knockout loss to Kell Brook. However, he has now revealed that he is in talks with boxing legend Manny Pacquiao for a potential fight.

Talks with Manny Pacquiao

Khan recently spoke to the Daily Mail about the possibility of a bout with Pacquiao, stating, "You've been hearing rumours Manny Pacquiao is in town. We are in talks. We've spoken a few times and that fight could happen. There's a lot of interest in that fight between Manny Pacquiao and myself."

Khan also expressed his admiration for Pacquiao, saying, "If I fight Manny Pacquiao I think it will be a brilliant fight. I've always looked up to him and we know each other quite well."

Pacquiao's Potential Return

Like Khan, Pacquiao has also hinted at a return to the ring. The boxing legend has expressed his interest in fighting for The Philippines at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Pacquiao's last professional bout took place in 2021, where he suffered a unanimous decision loss to Yordenis Ugas, surrendering his WBA super welterweight title.

Considered by many to be one of the greatest boxers of all time, Pacquiao has been an eight-division world champion throughout his career.

A Clash of Boxing Icons

Amir Khan, a British icon of the sport, has had an impressive career as well. He won Olympic silver in 2004 and became a unified light-welterweight world champion. However, his loss to Kell Brook in February of last year left his professional record at 34-6.

If the fight between Khan and Pacquiao does happen, it is sure to captivate boxing fans around the world.