Keith Thurman throws a punch to the body against Manny Pacquiao in the first round during a welterweight title fight Saturday, July 20, 2019, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/John Locher)
MANILA, Philippines—Keith Thurman tries to land that right hand but Manny Pacquiao effectively read the offense to start the round.
Pacquiao then landed a quick jab that backed Thurman near the two-minute mark and the two fighters managed to exchange flurries near the ropes.
Thurman tried to come forward with a quick 1-2 combination but he hit Pacquiao’s defense before he absorbed another left to the jaw.
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