"Manny Pacquiao showed improved performance against Mario Barrios compared to his last fight, despite ending in a majority draw and not breaking the record for oldest welterweight champion."
"Pacquiao demonstrated competitiveness with 16-year-younger Barrios, showcasing the explosiveness that made him an eight-division world champion, stating that his journey will continue."
"Despite the anticipation for a rematch, the fight lacked the excitement of a typical barnburner, with both fighters landing only a low percentage of punches."
"Pacquiao and Barrios discussed a rematch post-fight, although the nature of their bout indicates uncertainty about whether such a return will attract fans."
Manny Pacquiao's recent fight against Mario Barrios ended in a majority draw, preventing him from breaking the record as the oldest fighter to win a welterweight title. Despite this, Pacquiao performed better than in his previous defeat to Yordenis Ugas, exhibiting some of the speed and explosiveness of his prime. He expressed a desire to continue fighting, suggesting the journey is not over. A rematch with Barrios was discussed, but the fight's lack of excitement raises questions about its appeal to fans for a follow-up.
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