Manny Pacquiao vs Jeff HornPosted by Pacquiao Horn on July 1st, 2017 Manny Pacquiao vs Jeff Horn, billed as "Battle of Brisbane", is a scheduled boxing match for the WBO welterweight championship. The fight is scheduled to take place at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia on 2 July 2017. Pacquiao vs HornManny Pacquiao will battle underdog Jeff Horn at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, as the pair compete in one of Australia's most anticipated boxing showpieces on Saturday, July 2. The WBO Welterweight championship will be on the line after Horn was made No. 1 contender by the boxing organisation. There is a huge gulf in class between the fighters, and if Horn gains a victory, it will be one of the greatest upsets in sporting history. Pacquiao vs Horn FightPacquiao vs Horn LivePacquiao vs Horn Live StreamDate: Saturday, July 2 Time: 4:30 a.m. BST/ 11:30 p.m. ET (Friday) TV: BoxNation (UK only), ESPN (non-PPV in U.S. only) Stream: WatchEPSN Horn vs PacquiaoPacquiao vs Horn HBO Boxing Pacquiao, 38, defends his world crown against a boxer who is an unknown quantity outside of his own nation. Pac Man has appeared sharp in his recent outings, and a fight against 29-year-old Horn is well within his capabilities, despite the obvious age difference. Manny Pacquiao vs Jeff HornManny Pacquiao vs Jeff Horn Live Manny Pacquiao vs Jeff Horn Live Stream Horn is a rising star in Australia, and with a stadium full of support to provide wind in his sails, he has a puncher's chance. However, Pac Man will be aware of the cauldron he is stepping in to and will be looking for a quick and decisive victory against the younger man. Pacquiao remains one of the elite fighters on the planet. It appeared he had lost his edge in recent times, but victories against Timothy Bradley Jr. and Jessie Vargas have given Pacquiao traction and momentum, and it is unlikely Horn can fashion a win—even in his own backyard. Like it? Share it! |