But Pacquiao, in the end, fell just short on the judges' scorecards as Mario Barrios escaped with a majority draw to retain the WBC welterweight championship. Two judges scored the bout a draw, and judge Max DeLuca awarded Barrios a 115-113 victory. The Associated Press scored the fight 115-113 in favor of Pacquiao.

HOLLYWOOD—Former welterweight champion Yordenis Ugas, who upset Manny Pacquiao in their August 2021 fight, was left in awe by the Filipino legend’s inspiring showing against Mario Barrios. Pacquiao showed he’s still going strong even at 46 after going toe-to-toe with a much bigger opponent who’s also 16 years younger.

Saturday's scorecards robbed Pacquiao of a legendary win befitting a legendary career. They also stole from him something more precious — time.

Pacquiao has now revealed who he believes are the best boxers at the moment. Names like Canelo Alvarez, Gervonta Davis, and more pop up when it comes to the biggest star in boxing, but Pacquiao's list appears based on the quality of the fighter rather than his star power.