Best bets for Manny Pacquiao vs. Lucas Matthysse
Johnny Wilds
ESPN INSIDER
Boxing icon Manny 'Pacman' Pacquiao (59-7-2, 38 KOs) makes his return to the ring versus Lucas 'La Maquina' Matthysse (39-4, 36 KOs) on Saturday night at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This exciting matchup will be streamed exclusively on ESPN+ at 9:00 p.m. ET.
These two aged warriors, albeit past their prime, will fight for Matthysse's WBA World Welterweight title. Who has more left in his tank?
Here's a look at where the money is going from Vegas bookmakers, along with opinions from boxing experts, boxers and trainers, as well as my best bet for the fight.
These two aged warriors, albeit past their prime, will fight for Matthysse's WBA World Welterweight title. Who has more left in his tank?
Here's a look at where the money is going from Vegas bookmakers, along with opinions from boxing experts, boxers and trainers, as well as my best bet for the fight.
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Opening Odds | Current Odds | |
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Pacquiao | -220 | -240 |
Matthysse | +180 | +190 |
Odds via Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook, as of July 11. |