Jimuel Pacquiao, the son of boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, is gearing up for his highly anticipated professional boxing debut. This event is scheduled for Saturday, November 29, at the Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, California. He will face Brendan Lally, a former collegiate boxing champion, in a four-round lightweight match.
Training Regimen Before Fight
In preparation for his debut, Jimuel has been intensively training at the Wild Card Boxing Club. Guided by his trainer Marvin Somodio, Jimuel has focused on various exercises including working the mitts, hitting the heavy bag, and jumping rope. His father’s presence looms large at the gym, serving as both a motivation and a source of pressure.
- Jimuel Pacquiao, age 24, is excited yet nervous for the fight.
- The venue, Pechanga Resort Casino, is expected to host about 3,000 fans.
- His opponent, Brendan Lally, also makes his professional debut and has a background as a collegiate boxing champion.
Family Influence and Support
Jimuel attributes much of his drive to support his family, echoing his father’s own journey to becoming a world champion by age 19. Despite his parents initially keeping him away from boxing, Jimuel found his way into the ring as a teenager, fueled by his admiration for his father’s accomplishments.
Jimuel’s mother, Jinkee, has expressed concern about his boxing career, preferring he pursue safer paths. Nonetheless, she remains supportive. In contrast, his father Manny Pacquiao plans to attend the match, adding both support and pressure to Jimuel’s debut.
Preparing for the Future
Jimuel has an amateur record of 6 wins and 5 losses. His training has involved sparring with undefeated boxers to ensure he is well-prepared for this transition to professional boxing. Jimuel stated the importance of taking things slowly and emphasizes that each fight will be approached with careful consideration.
This weekend marks not only a significant milestone in Jimuel Pacquiao’s boxing career but also follows a personal milestone—his fiancée recently gave birth to their daughter. He remains focused on balancing his roles as a fighter and a family man, making no promises but expressing hope for a successful future in the ring.
