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Mario Barrios is an American professional boxer competing in the welterweight division.
According to Yahoo Sports, Barrios (29-2-1, 18 KOs) faced Manny Pacquiao in a high-stakes boxing match on July 19, 2025, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The bout was highly anticipated, with Pacquiao seeking to regain the WBC welterweight title. Barrios, 16 years younger than Pacquiao, was considered a challenger for the title. According to ESPN, Barrios won the WBC interim belt by defeating Ugas by unanimous decision in an earlier match. The July 19 match drew significant media attention, with various outlets providing live updates and analysis. According to USAToday, the fight card also included other notable matchups, such as Sebastian Fundora vs. Tim Tszyu.