Boxing Legacy Falters in California
The highly anticipated professional boxing debut of Manny Pacquiao Jr ended without a victory on Saturday night in California. Facing Brendan Lally in a four-round contest, the son of the legendary Manny Pacquiao could not secure a win in his first professional outing.
A Disappointing Start
The fight, which was promoted by his father's company, concluded with the judges scoring it a majority draw. This result represents a significant setback for the young boxer, who carries the weight of enormous expectations due to his famous surname.
Held on Saturday, 30 November 2025, the event was meant to be the launching pad for Pacquiao Jr's career. Instead, it highlighted the immense challenge of following in the footsteps of a parent considered one of the sport's all-time greats.
The Shadow of a Legend
The pressure on Pacquiao Jr is immense, given his father's extraordinary career. Manny Pacquiao Sr., now 46, is an icon in the sport and made a remarkable comeback earlier this year. In that bout, he held WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios to a draw in a world title fight, proving his enduring class.
For now, the younger Pacquiao's professional boxing debut has not gone according to plan. The majority draw with Lally shows that building a similar legacy will require time and perseverance, separate from his father's monumental achievements.
