Pacquiao vs Marquez I

On May 8, 2004, Manny Pacquiao faced off against Juan Manuel Márquez in a highly anticipated match. Pacquiao, at just 25 years old, was coming off a significant knockout win over Marco Antonio Barrera. He had already defended his super bantamweight titles eight times and was eager to add the WBA and IBF featherweight titles to his collection.

Márquez, 30, was unbeaten in over 40 fights, with only one loss to his name, making him a formidable opponent. Known for his resilience, Márquez had a reputation for finishing fights early, with 10 of his last 11 opponents being stopped before the final bell. Given both fighters' knockout power and aggressive styles, this match promised to be a thrilling showcase of boxing skill and heart.