Manny Pacquiao vs Keith Thurman result: Filipino great claims split-decision victory in breathless fight
The Filipino stunned the American to hand him his first defeat of his career in an entertaining fight
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Your support makes all the difference.Manny Pacquiao dispatched Keith Thurman in thrilling fashion to capture the WBA super world welterweight title.
The Filipino was back to his best with speed and combinations enough to hand 'One Time' his first loss of his career.
The division is wide open now, with Pacquiao set to face the winner of Errol Spence Jr vs Shawn Porter. Re-live the live action below.
"I’m just blessed tonight, he’s not an easy opponent. I think next year, I have to go back to the Philippines to work (as a senator)," Pacquiao says.
"Yes, I hope I can be there to watch that fight."
Andy Ruiz Jr is in the house!
The new world heavyweight champion joins his compatriot and fellow champion Deontay Wilder on the broadcast for tonight.
Figueroa is down!
Ugas with a devastating straight right that sends Figueroa sprawling.
It's raining straight right hands in the opener and Figueroa is shell-shocked.
Kawahi Leonard among the big stars in attendance in Vegas.
The Los Angeles Clipper, who inspired the Toronto Raptors to the title just weeks ago, is the talk of the NBA right now after his free agency decision sent waves around the league.
Ugas coasting here.
Figueroa is in big trouble and can't get any sustained success.
The Cuban looks well on his way to victory, with Floyd Mayweather joining the stars at ringside.
Ugas is about to hand Figueroa a BIG first defeat of his career.
A monster performance from the Cuban, who has too much volume, accuracy and power.
Meanwhile, Andy Ruiz Jr is loving his newfound fame and mixing with some legends of the sport.
Round 10
Ugas still in control, Figueroa looks to weather the storm, but there will be no way back.
Pacquiao and Roach on the pads backstage.
ROUND 12
Ugas cruising to a shot at the WBC belt, held by Porter, who Ugas pushed so close before.
But Porter will face Spence Jr first, with the winner to be pushed into a mandatory against the Cuban.
SELL OUT!
Pacquiao and Thurman have sold out the MGM Grand Garden tonight with 14,356 fans packed into the arena.
The judges give it super wide to Ugas: All three hand it to the Cuban 119-107
Now it's time for the main event!
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