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Cordina unlikely to fight Pacquiao on Joshua-Fury card
Joe Cordina’s proposed fight with Manny Pacquiao on the undercard of Tyson Fury versus Anthony Joshua in Cardiff on 11 December now appears unlikely. Cordina, a former world champion from Wales, had agreed terms, but Pacquiao has not reciprocated, and the bout is not among the confirmed fights. Promoter Eddie Hearn says he has arranged a major January fight for Cordina, while arguing that a Welsh boxer should feature on the high-profile card.
Pacquiao, 47, a 12-time world champion across eight weight divisions, is reportedly leaning towards fighting another opponent in early 2027, with an announcement expected soon. He has not fought since July 2025. The Cardiff undercard is still being finalised and currently includes heavyweight bouts featuring Deontay Wilder, Jai Opetaia, Martin Bakole and others; Hearn has also named Abdullah Mason, Shakur Stevenson and Keyshawn Davis as possible alternatives for Cordina.
In short
- Cordina and Pacquiao are unlikely to meet in Cardiff.
- Pacquiao may fight in early 2027 instead.
- Hearn says Cordina has a major January bout lined up.