For Keith Thurman, a rematch with Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao made a lot of sense. After losing a close decision to the boxer-senator, One Time felt that there was some unfinished business on the table. In fact, he feels that the best outcome of the July 20 clash was a draw.
Unfortunately, MP Promotions president Sean Gibbons feels that Thurman had his chance and now it is time to move on. In a report from the Philippine Star, he said that Pacquiao had nothing to prove and that it was "Game Over".
Hence, Thurman finds himself in the same boat as Jeff Horn although the latter came out with a win. The Australian won via controversial fashion but has since been batting for a rematch against the 40-year-old boxing legend. But according to Gibbons, both are desperate and likely aware that they stand to get another rich payday facing the Pac-Man alone.
The Pacquiao camp has its eyes set on Floyd Mayweather Jr. This is even though the retired undefeated American boxer has repeatedly said they are not interested in a sequel. However, new reports of Mayweather hitting the gym plus claims by his father, Floyd Sr., that Money is fighting again could further add fuel to the fire.
If not Mayweather, Gibbons bared that they are interested in two Garcias as possible next opponents. These are Danny Garcia and Mikey Garcia.
Despite revealing those plans, it appears Thurman will continue to jaw at Pacquiao until he agrees to a rematch. He gave his take in a report from TMZ Sports, saying a Mayweather vs. Pacquiao II is a fight no one wants to see since it will just be another snooze fest.
Obviously, the previously undefeated boxer is referring to the first meeting both fighters had back in May 2015. Mayweather won via unanimous decision although boxing fans were left pretty upset since Mayweather and Pacquiao practically played cat-and-mouse throughout the fight. Both did end up being winners with both earning millions. Some believe that a rematch will earn but not in the same vicinity of the first encounter.
The tirades of Thurman now are the exact opposite of his reaction when he lost to the Pac-Man last month. He admitted his conditioning paled in comparison to Pacquiao's and that he wished he had more output against the eight-time division champion.
Looking ahead, he may need to turn to plan B. With the Pacquiao camp seemingly going in a different direction, the 30-year-old needs to look at alternatives. Errol Spence Jr. has been suggested by fans so One Time may want to use that as a way to possibly get his rematch at the boxer-politician before eventually retiring.
