Pacquiao set to face Diaz in June showdown of champions

0 Comments | AFP, May, 2008

LAS VEGAS, Nevada (AFP) — World Boxing Council super featherweight champion Manny Pacquiao expects the toughest fight of his career June 28 when he moves up in weight to face WBC lightweight champion David Diaz.

The 29-year-old Phillipines legend could complete a quest to capture five world titles in as many weight classes when he fights the 31-year-old American for the lightweight crown in a showdown of southpaws.

"This will be my hardest-fought battle," Pacquiao said. "It has been over three years since I have changed weight divisions and I will be doing it against the lightweight division's world champion.

"But this is my drive for five world titles in five different weight classes and I will not be denied. I am fighting for history, for destiny and for...

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