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Manny Pacquiao and Joe Cordina boxing negotiations

Overview

Promoter Eddie Hearn initially proposed several potential opponents for Manny Pacquiao to feature on the Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua undercard in Cardiff, including Jack Catterall, Conah Walker, Lewis Crocker, and Joe Cordina. Trainer Robert Garcia identified Cordina as a “perfect” opponent for the 47-year-old, though noted the matchup would require Cordina to move up two weight classes to welterweight.

Negotiations have since progressed, with Cordina’s team reaching a formal agreement regarding financial terms and the purse. While the fight is not yet finalized, it awaits official ratification from Pacquiao’s camp. Additionally, legal hurdles for Cordina have been resolved following his clearance of previous assault charges.

Entities

Eddie Hearn · Manny Pacquiao · Cardiff · Robert Garcia · Matchroom Boxing

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 3 SOURCES] Manny Pacquiao is negotiating a fight against Joe Cordina.
[● 3 SOURCES] The fight is proposed to take place in Cardiff, Wales.
[● 3 SOURCES] The event card is expected to feature Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua.
[● 3 SOURCES] Joe Cordina’s team has reached a formal agreement on financial terms.
[● 2 SOURCES] Joe Cordina was declared not guilty of assault charges earlier this week.
[● 2 SOURCES] Joe Cordina has a professional record of 19 wins, 1 loss, and 9 knockouts.
[● 2 SOURCES] Manny Pacquiao’s most recent fight was a draw against Mario Barrios in July 2025.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Tickets for the Fury vs. Joshua event sold out within one hour.

Timeline

14 days ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Manny Pacquiao in negotiations for fight against Joe Cordina
Manny Pacquiao is negotiating a fight against Joe Cordina in Cardiff, Wales, potentially joining a card headlined by Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Manny Pacquiao potential opponents proposed for Fury-Joshua undercard
Promoter Eddie Hearn has proposed Joe Cordina, Jack Catterall, Conah Walker, and Lewis Crocker as potential opponents for Manny Pacquiao on the Fury-Joshua undercard.

Sources

aldialogo.mx · boxesport.be · boxingnews24.com · boxingnewsonline.net · diario21.com.mx · eastsideboxing.com · middleeasy.com · sportowefakty.wp.pl