Hearn Says Cordina Agreed Terms to Face Pacquiao
Power Grind Boxing
Promoter Eddie Hearn said Joe Cordina has agreed terms to fight Manny Pacquiao. The bout is targeted as the co-feature on the event headlined by Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua on December 11 at Cardiff, Wales’ Principality Stadium.
“[Cordina] has agreed terms to face Manny Pacquiao, but we don’t know if that’s happening,” Hearn said.
Cordina would move up to 147lbs for the contest with Pacquiao after competing at lightweight in recent fights. Hearn offered Cordina as a potential opponent for Pacquiao, along with Conah Walker, Lewis Crocker, and Jack Catterall.
Cordina is described as a former two-time IBF 130lbs titleholder. Pacquiao is described as a former eight-division world champion and Hall of Famer.
Hearn revealed last month that Pacquiao has an agreement with organizers SELA to feature on the bill. “From our side, we’ve agreed to do it,” Hearn said.
Cordina was previously due to face Abdullah Mason on July 4 in Cleveland, Ohio, but was declined entry to the US due to a pending assault charge.
Cordina was found not guilty of assault this week at Cardiff’s Magistrates’ Court.
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