Pacquiao trains harder for Ugas fight

Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao intensified his training for his upcoming fight against Yordenis Ugas, even conducting a light workout on his supposed rest day.

Pacquiao himself stated that he does not underestimate Ugas, recognizing the Cuban boxer's Olympic background and motivation.

Yordenis Ugas stands to gain significantly from this fight, aiming to solidify his claim to the World Boxing Association (WBA) welterweight super title, which was previously held by Pacquiao before being stripped due to inactivity.

Pacquiao's corner began altering the fight plan on Thursday, using sparring sessions to make key adjustments for the bout against Cuba's Yordenis Ugas.

To counter Ugas's tendencies, Pacquiao practiced against boxers mimicking the Cuban's style, with trainer Buboy Fernandez referencing Juan Manuel Marquez's past knockout of Pacquiao.

In his final sparring session, Pacquiao showcased fast and furious movements to reclaim the WBA super welterweight crown.

Sparring partner AB Lopez, who is an orthodox fighter like Ugas, studied tapes of Ugas' fights and offered suggestions on how Pacquiao could deal with his taller and younger rival.

Pacquiao practiced several combinations intended to pierce Ugas' defenses and thwart the Cuban's assault, focusing on speed and timing in his last sparring sessions.