Manny Pacquiao vs Keith Thurman result: Filipino great claims split-decision victory in breathless fight

The Filipino stunned the American to hand him his first defeat of his career in an entertaining fight

Manny Pacquiao challenges Floyd Mayweather to rematch in post-fight interview

Manny Pacquiao dispatched Keith Thurman in thrilling fashion to capture the WBA super world welterweight title.

The Filipino was back to his best with speed and combinations enough to hand 'One Time' his first loss of his career.

The division is wide open now, with Pacquiao set to face the winner of Errol Spence Jr vs Shawn Porter. Re-live the live action below.

"I’m just blessed tonight, he’s not an easy opponent. I think next year, I have to go back to the Philippines to work (as a senator)," Pacquiao says.

"Yes, I hope I can be there to watch that fight."

"Pacquiao is a truly great champion," says Thurman. 

 

"I wish I had a bit more output to go toe-to-toe. 

 

"It was just behind Manny Pacquiao. I want the rematch. 

 

"It was a blessing and a lesson."

Key Points

• Manny Pacquiao claims split-decision victory over Keith Thurman to win WBA super welterweight title
• Pacquiao drops Thurman in the first round and badly hurts him in the 10th
• Thurman plays part in thrilling contest, but suffers first loss of his career
• One judge scores it 114-113 to Thurman, while two others have it 115-112 to Pacquiao
• Luis Nery destroys Juan Carlos Payano with a ninth round body shot

[21 July 2019 03:57 · Jack Rathborn]

Andy Ruiz Jr is in the house! 

The new world heavyweight champion joins his compatriot and fellow champion Deontay Wilder on the broadcast for tonight. 

[21 July 2019 03:59 · Jack Rathborn]

Figueroa is down! 

Ugas with a devastating straight right that sends Figueroa sprawling. 

It's raining straight right hands in the opener and Figueroa is shell-shocked. 

[21 July 2019 04:02 · Jack Rathborn]

Kawahi Leonard among the big stars in attendance in Vegas. 

The Los Angeles Clipper, who inspired the Toronto Raptors to the title just weeks ago, is the talk of the NBA right now after his free agency decision sent waves around the league. 

[21 July 2019 04:23 · Jack Rathborn]

Ugas coasting here. 

Figueroa is in big trouble and can't get any sustained success. 

The Cuban looks well on his way to victory, with Floyd Mayweather joining the stars at ringside. 

[21 July 2019 04:34 · Jack Rathborn]

Ugas is about to hand Figueroa a BIG first defeat of his career. 

A monster performance from the Cuban, who has too much volume, accuracy and power. 

Meanwhile, Andy Ruiz Jr is loving his newfound fame and mixing with some legends of the sport. 

[21 July 2019 04:37 · Jack Rathborn]

Round 10 

Ugas still in control, Figueroa looks to weather the storm, but there will be no way back. 

Pacquiao and Roach on the pads backstage.

[21 July 2019 04:43 · Jack Rathborn]

ROUND 12 

Ugas cruising to a shot at the WBC belt, held by Porter, who Ugas pushed so close before. 

But Porter will face Spence Jr first, with the winner to be pushed into a mandatory against the Cuban. 

[21 July 2019 04:47 · Jack Rathborn]

SELL OUT! 

Pacquiao and Thurman have sold out the MGM Grand Garden tonight with 14,356 fans packed into the arena. 

[21 July 2019 04:49 · Jack Rathborn]

The judges give it super wide to Ugas: All three hand it to the Cuban 119-107

Now it's time for the main event! 

[21 July 2019 05:01 · Jack Rathborn]

Pacquiao bounces to the ring!

It's Eye of the Tiger for his ringwalk, the crowd is buzzing! 

Thurman looking cool and calm, here are the national anthems.