Former World Champion boxer ready to fight Manny Pacquiao

Kell Brook, the former IBF welterweight champion, is considering making a comeback to the ring for an exhibition match against boxing legend Manny Pacquiao. The 37-year-old retired from boxing in February 2022 after defeating Amir Khan in a highly anticipated grudge match. However, Brook has recently expressed interest in returning to boxing, initially considering a domestic clash with Conor Benn. Now, his attention has turned to the possibility of facing Pacquiao, an eight-weight world champion.

Brook's Desire to Share the Ring with Pacquiao

Brook has expressed his admiration for Pacquiao and his willingness to face him in the ring. He stated, "Manny Pacquiao is a legend, of course I'd love to share the ring with him. It would be an honor." Pacquiao, who retired from professional boxing in September 2021 after a defeat against Yordenis Ugas, has recently returned for exhibition matches.

Pacquiao's Potential Pro Return

Although Pacquiao has been engaged in exhibition bouts, there is speculation that he may return to the professional ranks. His manager, Sean Gibbons, revealed that Pacquiao is technically out of retirement and expressed his desire to fight big-name opponents such as Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia. Pacquiao is currently training for an upcoming exhibition against Muay Thai legend Buakaw in April, but he hopes that this exhibition will open doors for more significant opportunities in the future.

Saudi Arabia as a Potential Venue

Gibbons also mentioned the possibility of a sensational fight between Pacquiao and Conor McGregor in Saudi Arabia, with the chairman of the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia showing interest in hosting such events. Saudi Arabia has been known for organizing major sporting events, and a fight between two renowned combat sports athletes would undoubtedly be a crowd-pleaser.

Overall, while Brook and Pacquiao have both retired from professional boxing, the prospect of a potential exhibition match between them has generated excitement among boxing fans. It remains to be seen if these two fighters will step back into the ring for an epic showdown.