THE STORY
On May 2, 2009, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Manny Pacquiao faced Ricky Hatton for the IBO and The Ring light welterweight titles. Pacquiao knocked Hatton down twice in the first round and secured a second-round knockout with a left hook, winning the bout in 2 minutes and 59 seconds. This victory made Pacquiao a six-division world champion.
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Ricky Hatton, Manny Pacquiao
WHY IT MATTERS
The fight showcased Pacquiao's dominance in the light welterweight division and solidified his status as one of the greatest boxers of his era.