WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios retained his title against Manny Pacquiao in a majority draw, with two judges scoring it 114-114 and one scoring it 115-113 for Barrios.
Pacquiao, 46, believed he had won the fight, stating he felt he won eight rounds to four.
CompuBox statistics showed Barrios landing more total punches (120-101) by utilizing his jab effectively, landing 45 jabs to Pacquiao's 20.
Despite landing fewer total punches, Pacquiao, the Filipino legend, landed more power shots (81-75) and found success with rapid-fire combinations.
While Pacquiao appeared to be ahead through nine rounds, all three judges scored the final three championship rounds in favor of Barrios.
A rematch between Pacquiao and Barrios is likely due to the inconclusive outcome.
Barrios has now retained his title twice in a row by draw or split decision.
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