Emmanuel Joseph Bacosa, known in the boxing world as Eman Bacosa, has become one of the most talked-about names in Philippine boxing. The 21-year-old fighter officially made his mark when he opened the 50th anniversary of the Thrilla in Manila at the Araneta Coliseum. The event not only celebrated a historic moment in boxing but also marked Bacosa's emergence as a professional athlete determined to carry, yet redefine, the Pacquiao name.
Born in Tagum, Davao del Norte, and later moving to General Santos City, Bacosa started boxing at the age of 10 before turning professional at 19. His debut in September 2023 ended in a split draw, a modest start that has since evolved into an impressive unbeaten record. As of his latest fight, Bacosa stands at 7-0-1, with four victories by knockout, following his unanimous decision win over Nico Salado during the Thrilla in Manila 2 card.
