Boxing fans are in for a major surprise as Manny Pacquiao prepares to step back into the ring for a world title fight nearly four years after his retirement .

Manny Pacquiao has confirmed his widely-reported comeback, as he prepares to challenge Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title. Pacquiao, 46, will fight in a professional bout for the first time since 2021, having most recently competed in an exhibition match last July.