Manny Pacquiao's touted comeback fight against controversial British prospect Conor Benn in Abu Dhabi this summer has been branded "sad" by legendary promoter Bob Arum.
Pacquiao hung up his gloves back in August of 2021 after a surprising loss to Yordenis Ugas in Las Vegas, and is now eyeing up a ring return against Benn after one exhibition fight. The legendary eight-weight world champion is looking to face Benn, who is currently unable to fight in his home country.
The pair would compete on June 3 in the Middle East, with Benn's status in the UK causing problems for fellow Brits like Chris Eubank Jr in accepting the bout. Benn failed two drugs tests last year when he tested positive for clomiphene, and despite being re-entered into the WBC rankings at 147lb has yet to be cleared by the British Boxing Board of Control.
