To some American boxing fans and gamblers Manny Pacquiao has been out of site and out of mind. But Pac Man wants to show the world that he is far from done. Meanwhile Adrien Broner is wanting to jumpstart his career against one of the biggest legends in the history of boxing. Pacquiao will be returning to the United States for the first time in two years to face Broner for the World Boxing Association world welterweight championship. Pacquiao is the current champion. Pacquiao was a long-time marquee man for Top Rank Boxing but is now with Haymon’s Premier Boxing Champions and this will be Pac Man’s first fight since that change.
Let’s take a look at the boxing odds at BookMaker.eu, break down the matchup and go over your betting options.
Boxing Betting at BookMaker.eu
Manny Pacquiao: -250
Adrien Broner: +210
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The bout between Manny Pacquiao (60-7-2, 39 knockouts) and Adrien Broner (33-3-1, 24 knockouts) is for Pacquiao’s World Boxing Association world welterweight title belt. This fight is scheduled for 12 rounds and will take place at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 19, 2019. Coverage is on Showtime Pay Per View.
Manny Pacquiao vs. Adrien Broner Fight Preview
Manny Pacquiao is thrilled to be back in the United States in general and Las Vegas in particular.
“I have missed fighting in Las Vegas,” said Pac Man. “Returning to the MGM Grand Garden Arena to defend my world title against Adrien Broner is an exciting way to stage my homecoming. Adrien is a tough opponent with an accomplished record, But I have learned on thing while serving in the Philippine Congress and Senate, it is problem solving.”
Manny Pacquiao will be entering this championship fight against Adrien Broner with a bit of a career resurgence. Pac Man ended a long nine-year drought without a knockout by finishing off Lucas Matthysse last July for the title belt. The last time Pacquiao fought in the United States he outpointed Jessie Vargas in November of 2016 in Las Vegas.
Meanwhile Broner has been his usual brash self in bragging up his chances against the Pac Man. In an expletive filled rant Broner said he would beat Pacquiao’s (expletive deleted) ass.
“It’s going to be a hell of a fight,” said Broner. “I’m not coming to just pick up a check. I know when I win this fight there’s more money to come.
“I had to call my momma after I looked in the mirror this morning. I had to let her know she has a beautiful son. We finally made it to pay per view at 29. I’m the only African American to do that. This fight means a lot to me. A win and I turn legend overnight. I got the whole hood with me just like he has the whole Philippines with him. I don’t even know how to spell that. But I have the whole hood with me: H-O-O-D.”
Broner has had what should be a promising career put on hold due to perpetual legal problems and a lack of focus and dedication. Yet he has still managed to win world championships in four different weight classes which is indicative of his pure natural ability.
Broner has been poking the bear by deriding Pacquiao and his wide variety of interests and activities. He said Pac Man’s three best skills are “singing, promoting Hennessy and planking.” By planking Broner was referring to Pacquiao’s one punch knockout loss to Juan Manuel Marquez in 2012.
Boxing Betting Tips
Broner has lacked the attention to detail and full commitment necessary for a world champion. Pacquiao is a proven champion and has shown better preparation and recent form.
Boxing Odds Pick: Manny Pacquiao
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With the boxing odds at BookMaker Sportsbook, you can bet on boxing all year, from smaller cards to pay-per-view events. Access live betting lines from your mobile device at BookMaker Sportsbook. Manny Pacquiao vs. Adrien Broner takes place on January 19, 2019 at MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The fight can be seen on Showtime Pay Per View.
