Manny Pacquiao vs Jose Luis Castillo. Yes, Jose Luis Castillo, the 35-year-old former WBC lightweight champion who’s had some great fights with Floyd Mayweather Jr. and the late Diego Corrales, is scheduled to sparr with Manny Pacquiao tomorrow in Baguio City. The sparring is part of Manny's rigorous training for the Pacquiao vs Cotto fight on November 14.
Castillo had fought Mayweather twice in 2002, and came close to winning the first bout. He squared off with Corrales also twice, winning the second by knockout. He also fought Ricky Hatton in 2007 but lost via knockout.
According to Coach Freddie Roach, he watched Manny spar a total of 31 rounds after two weeks. Two days ago, Manny had sparred seven rounds and Coach Roach is satisfied so far with his performance.
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