In May 2019, it was announced that he would face only eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao (61-7-2, 39 KO's) on July 20, 2019.
From the beginning of the first round, Thurman boxed beautifully but Manny stole the round with a late knockdown following a left-right combination to the body and head.
This was only the second time Thurman had been knocked down in his career.
Pacquiao continued to outbox Thurman until round 6, when Thurman found some success.
Thurman won the next three rounds until round 10, when he was hurt by a body shot.
Manny won the last round to secure the victory by split decision (113-114, 115–112, 115-112).
Thurman praised Pacquiao after the fight, calling him a legendary boxer.
In May 2019, it was announced that he would face only eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao (61-7-2, 39 KO's) on July 20, 2019. From the beginning of the first round, Thurman boxed beautifully but Manny stole the round with a late knockdown following a left-right combination to the body and head. This was only the second time Thurman had been knocked down in his career. Pacquiao continued to outbox Thurman until round 6, when Thurman found some success. Thurman won the next three rounds until round 10, when he was hurt by a body shot. Manny won the last round to secure the victory by split decision (113-114, 115–112, 115-112). Thurman praised Pacquiao after the fight, calling him a legendary boxer.
Keith Thurman