Fighters competing in Saturday’s action-packed Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) Pay-Per-View event took center stage at a media workout Wednesday in Las Vegas, offering a final glimpse of their preparation before stepping into the ring on July 19 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Headlining the card is a historic clash between boxing legend and Hall of Famer Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao and reigning WBC Welterweight World Champion Mario “El Azteca” Barrios, a bout that marks Pacquiao’s return to the ring in pursuit of yet another world title.
Also featured in the co-main event are WBC Super Welterweight World Champion Sebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundora and Australian star Tim Tszyu, who face off in a high-stakes rematch.
The undercard is equally stacked, highlighted by a heated 12-round rematch between Mexican rivals Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz and Angel Fierro, and a WBA Featherweight Title Eliminator between former unified world champion Brandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroa and contender Joet Gonzalez, which opens the pay-per-view broadcast at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
Preliminary bouts begin earlier on PBC on Prime Video, headlined by former world champion Gary Russell Jr., undefeated rising star David “Rey” Picasso, and Filipino standout Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo.
Fans can purchase the pay-per-view through Prime Video, PPV.com, or traditional cable and satellite outlets. Tickets are available now at AXS.com.
Fighter Quotes from Wednesday’s Media Workout:
SEBASTIAN FUNDORA
“It’s competitive in the gym between me and my sister. We feed off each other. This is a family sport for us.
It doesn’t matter what happened in the first fight. This rematch is about redemption. Expect another war.”
TIM TSZYU
“This time the preparation has been much better for Fundora. I’ve got tunnel vision. I’m locked in on winning that green belt and bringing it home.
I’m ready to deliver a performance the fans won’t forget.”
ISAAC “PITBULL” CRUZ
“My goal is to win every round clearly. Round by round, that’s how I’m approaching this.
Representing Mexico is everything to me. Being the first Mexican signed by Manny Pacquiao Promotions is an honor. I plan to make it count.”
ANGEL FIERRO
“I believe I hurt ‘Pitbull’ in the third round of our first fight, and again later. This time, I’ll leave no doubt.
Training with Robert Garcia has brought me to a new level. I’m sharper and smarter. Fans will see the difference.”
BRANDON FIGUEROA
“Working with Manny Robles has helped me fine-tune everything. Saturday night, I’m coming to make a statement.
You’ll see the old Brandon — coming forward, attacking the body, giving fans an exciting fight.”
JOET GONZALEZ
“Camp went great. I feel sharp and ready. I just need to be better in every aspect — faster, sharper, smarter. That’s the game plan.
This card is loaded, and I’m proud to be part of it.”
GARY RUSSELL JR.
“I’ve spent the last three-and-a-half years focused on my family and training my brothers. Now it’s time to focus on myself.
I’m excited to return to the ring and remind everyone what I can do.”
DAVID “REY” PICASSO
“This is the biggest stage I’ve ever fought on, and I plan to make the most of it.
I fight every bout like it’s a title fight. I’m going to win and then go after that world title.”
MARK MAGSAYO
“I’m ready to show my talent and prove I’m one of the top fighters in the sport. Saturday night is my moment.”