Manny Pacquiao vs Shakur Stevenson not happening as new opponent sent offer

Promoter Dana White confirmed that a proposed bout between Manny Pacquiao and Shakur Stevenson is not happening and was never on the table. Reports had previously suggested the two fighters were finalizing a deal to meet on the Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua undercard in Cardiff. The matchup faced criticism from fans due to the age gap between the veteran Pacquiao and the active champion Stevenson.

Following the dismissal of the Pacquiao bout, an offer was reportedly sent to WBA super-lightweight champion Gary Antuanne Russell for a unification match against WBO champion Stevenson. Stevenson publicly called out Russell on social media to unify the belts, though it remains unconfirmed if the potential fight will stay on the December 11 card.