The confirmed result
Kabayan, on 2 May 2009 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Manny Pacquiao knocked out Ricky Hatton at 2:59 of round two. The Nevada commission’s official show report records it as a KO for the IBO and Ring Magazine junior-welterweight titles.
| Field | Official record |
|---|---|
| Date (US) | 2 May 2009 (3 May in Pinas) |
| Venue | MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas |
| Scheduled | 12 rounds |
| Result | Pacquiao by KO, 2:59 of round 2 |
| Weigh-in | Pacquiao 138 lb, Hatton 140 lb |
| Titles | IBO and Ring Magazine junior welterweight |
The fight was on Saturday night in the US, which was Sunday in the Philippines, so some reports say 3 May. Same fight, two calendars.
Why it mattered
Hatton came in as the Ring’s junior-welterweight champion, unbeaten at 140 pounds. Pacquiao dropped him twice in the first round and finished him with a left hand just before the bell ending round two. Grabe ang bilis: less than six minutes. It became one of the defining wins of his eight-division career, recognised by Guinness. See Manny Pacquiao.
Manny Pacquiao vs Oscar De La Hoya
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Manny Pacquiao vs Miguel Cotto
In November 2009, Pacquiao stopped Miguel Cotto in the 12th round to win the WBO welterweight title, part of the run that took him through eight divisions.
Manny Pacquiao vs Yordenis Ugás
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Manny Pacquiao last fight and next fight
Manny Pacquiao’s last fight, per the PBC record checked on 3 November 2026, was a majority draw with Mario Barrios on 19 July 2025. For the Manny Pacquiao next fight, wait for an official promoter announcement; Odds PH doesn’t report fights that aren’t confirmed. Upcoming cards are on our boxing schedule.
Fights and odds (21+)
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Quick answers
How did Pacquiao beat Hatton?
By knockout at 2:59 of round two, on 2 May 2009.
What was Manny Pacquiao’s last fight?
A majority draw with Mario Barrios on 19 July 2025.
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