Pacquiao's trainer predicts early knockout, Barrios aims for 12-round win
Manny Pacquiao's trainer Buboy Fernandez predicts an early knockout victory for the WBC welterweight champion against Mario Barrios in their upcoming fight on Saturday at MGM Grand.
Fernandez believes Pacquiao could replicate his performance from 2008 when he stopped Oscar De La Hoya, and sees a similar outcome against Barrios within the first three rounds.
In contrast, Barrios' trainer Bob Santos acknowledges the challenge of facing an experienced fighter like Pacquiao but aims to draw inspiration from Marquez's battles with Pacquiao.
Barrios, who idolized Marquez growing up, is preparing for a full 12-round contest and sees the fight as an opportunity to win the WBC welterweight title.
Both fighters exchanged pleasantries at the final press conference but are prepared for a competitive bout come fight night.
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