<h1>Boxing - Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios Betting Predictions: Legendary Veteran Taking On WBC Welterweight Champion</h1> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>The MGM Grand in Las Vegas will host one of the world’s most legendary boxers on Sunday (AEST TBC) when Manny Pacquiao steps into the ring once again. A 12-time champion across eight different weight classes, “Pac Man” will be aiming to make it 13.</p> <p>He has never held the WBC Welterweight Championship (holding the WBA and WBO versions), and will have the chance to capture it against the younger Mario Barrios. The American will be defending the title for the third time, having won it against Yordenis Ugas in 2023.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios: Tale of the Tape</h2> <p>Let’s take a look at the tale of the tape between these two fighters (Pacquiao first, Barrios second)…</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Age </strong>- 46 vs 30</p> <p><strong>Height </strong>- 5'5½" (166 cm) vs 5'10" (178 cm)</p> <p><strong>Reach </strong>- 67" (170 cm) vs 71" (180 cm)</p> <p><strong>Stance </strong>- Southpaw vs Orthodox</p> <p><strong>Record </strong>- 62-8-2 (39 KOs) vs 29-2-1 (18 KOs)</p> <p><strong>World Titles</strong>: 12 world titles held in history; an 8-division champion vs Current WBC Welterweight</p> <p><strong>Rounds Boxed</strong>: 498 vs 198</p> <p><strong>Knockout %</strong>: 63% vs 62%</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios: Betting Preview</h2> <p>Knockouts have been the strategy for both fighters throughout their careers. However, they have been less common in recent bouts. Over the last few years, their respective fights have mainly gone the distance, which is worth consideration when making Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios betting predictions.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Manny Pacquiao’s Last Five Opponents:</strong></p> <p><strong>Rukiya Anpo</strong> - Draw - Jul 28, 2024</p> <p><strong>DK Yoo</strong> - Win (UD) - Dec 10, 2022</p> <p><strong>Yordenis Ugas</strong> - Loss (UD) - Aug 21, 2021</p> <p><strong>Keith Thurman</strong> - Win (SD) - Jul 20, 2019</p> <p><strong>Adrien Broner</strong> - Win (UD) - Jan 19, 2019</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Miguel Barrios’ Last Five Opponents:</strong></p> <p><strong>Abel Ramos</strong> - Draw (SD) - Nov 15, 2024</p> <p><strong>Fabian Andres Maidana </strong>- Win (UD) - May 4, 2024</p> <p><strong>Yordenis Ugas </strong>- Win (UD) - Sep 30, 2023</p> <p><strong>Jovanie Santiago </strong>- Win (TKO 8) - Feb 11, 2023</p> <p><strong>Keith Thurman</strong> - Loss (UD) - Feb 5, 2022</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios: Betting Predictions</h2> <p>The latest <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/boxing/grade-a-fights/mario-barrios-v-manny-pacquiao-9201629">betting odds for Pacquiao vs Barrios</a> are highlighting the defending WBC Welterweight champion as the favourite – and it’s not a real shock. His energy, strength, and relative youth could be significant advantages against one of the all-time greats in boxing.</p> <p>As we’ve seen from their last five bouts respectively, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see a winner<strong> declared on points or by decision</strong>. Of the 10 combined fights, nine have gone the distance, including all five of “Pac Man’s”. Barrios’s reach and defensive improvements could allow him to score consistently and avoid exchanges, pulling away on the cards.</p> <p>However, those who don’t want to count the legend out can consider him to<strong> win on points or by decision</strong>, as there is value there. He still possesses power, while his awkward style and flurries could trouble Barrios.</p>