Joe Cordina agrees terms to fight Manny Pacquiao on Fury-Joshua card
Former champion Joe Cordina has agreed terms to face Manny Pacquiao on the undercard of the Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua bout at Cardiff's Principality Stadium on 11 December.
Negotiations reach advanced stage
Promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed that negotiations for the fight are at an advanced stage. He stated that terms have been agreed from his side, though a final decision is pending.
Contract status remains unclear
Joe Cordina told Sky Sports that he has accepted the offer to face the 47-year-old Filipino icon. However, both Hearn and Cordina noted that official contracts have not yet been signed as of Friday.
Event draws global attention
The main event tickets sold out in just one hour ahead of the December 11 showdown. The fight will be broadcast globally by streaming giants Netflix, adding to the interest in the undercard match.
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