Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather: Filipino Boxer Hints at Possible Rematch with Mayweather

By Jenn Loro - 14 Apr '16 07:45AM

If Manny Pacquiao stands by his word to the end, then the phenomenal Pacman of the boxing world may ended his career in a truly remarkable and glorious fashion after a not-so-interesting match with Floyd 'Moneyman' Mayweather, Jr. from which he was defeated.

Already, Pacquiao resuscitated world interest in his boxing prowess enough to indirectly pitch a re-match to settle the lingering ill-will after coming up short against Moneyman almost a year ago.

"Yes, I am retired," Pacquiao as quoted by The Guardian. "I want to go home to my family and serve the people."

But will he finally turn back on boxing?

Pacquiao is currently a two-term legislator and gunning for seat in the Philippine senate in next month's national elections. Recent surveys show him as one of the clear favorites to win.

"Should he win - and he is one of the favorites - it would be almost impossible to remain an active fighter," NPR reported.

So for now, the Pacman is gearing himself up for the upcoming election but leaves room for a reflection later for a possible re-match with his undefeated American rival.

"If you ask me about my condition, my body ... I'm still OK. I can still give a good fight. I worked hard in training. I feel OK. I like to fight, the way we prepare. I'm happy doing that. My heart is 50/50. I love my family. Boxing is a really hard sport, very difficult. I might enjoy retired life or I may come back. Right now, my decision is to retire ... I love to help people," Pacquiao said as quoted by Bleacher Report.

Promoter Bob Arum also thinks that with Pacman's impressive win over Bradley, a sales pitch is likely especially if the price is just about right.

"I know from talking to Floyd - if there's demand for a particular fight - I think he will give it strong consideration," said Bob Arum on the likelihood of Moneyman vs Pacman bout in the future as reported by News Australia.

"But I think this is one where we're not going to put the cart before the horse. If people are interested in that fight then I think they'll make their voices heard and we'll start working on it."