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Top boxers laud Pacman ‘Thrilla’ initiative
WBC strawweight champion Melvin Jerusalem and Olympic medalist Eumir Marcial expressed excitement for Manny Pacquiao's 'Thrilla 2' event, celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Thrilla in Manila.
Jerusalem, who will make the third defense of his title against Siyakholwa Kuse, felt overjoyed to be the main event of this significant sports celebration.
Marcial described his inclusion in the show, promoted by Pacquiao's Blow-By-Blow team, as a dream come true, expressing pride in fighting under his idol's banner against Eddy Colmenares.
Both fighters are eager to showcase their skills on a global stage as part of this landmark event in Philippine sports history.
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