Eman Bacosa, son of former boxing champion Manny Pacquiao, remained undefeated at the “Thrilla in Manila 2” event held on Wednesday at Araneta Coliseum in Manila, Philippines.
The lightweight prospect, aged 21, secured a victory over Nico Salado from Bohol via unanimous decision.
Bacosa’s win on the event’s undercard extended his professional record to 7-0.
The fight took place during the anniversary celebration of the historic “Thrilla in Manila” match.
Bacosa has garnered attention as a fan favorite in the boxing community.
The event featured various matches and celebrated the legacy of boxing in the Philippines.
Bacosa aims to continue building his career following in his father’s footsteps.
The successful bout reinforced Bacosa’s status as an emerging talent in the sport.