(October 6th) Emmanuel "Jimuel" Pacquiao Jr., the 24-year-old, son of boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, is set to make his professional debut on November 29, 2025, at the first MP Promotions show in Temecula, California. Before turning pro, Jimuel compiled a solid amateur boxing career that laid the foundation for his upcoming entry into the professional ranks.

Jimuel's amateur record standing officially at 6 wins and 4 losses, including one knockout victory. Beginning his amateur career in the Philippines, he captured wins at prominent local venues such as the Amoranto Sports Complex and RNJ Gym, later transitioning his development to the United States, competing in California venues like San Diego’s House of Boxing Training Center and the Montebello Country Club.

His amateur bouts showcased his offensive capability and tactical potential, highlighted by important wins over fighters such as Andres Rosales and Jonathan Barajas in the U.S. not yet decorated with national or international amateur titles, Jimuel’s persistence and training under Marvin Somodio at the Wild Card Boxing Gym earned him recognition as a promising prospect in the super lightweight division.

The November 29th event at the Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, California will not only mark Jimuel’s professional debut but also serve as the launch of Manny Pacquiao Promotions’ inaugural U.S. event, symbolizing a new chapter in the Pacquiao boxing legacy. As Manny Pacquiao continues his own storied career, Jimuel’s rise signifies the next generation aiming to carry forward the family tradition in the boxing ring.

The boxing world will be watching closely as Emmanuel "Jimuel" Pacquiao Jr. steps into the professional spotlight with a respectable amateur background and high expectations for growth and success.

Manny Pacquiao Promotions’ first U.S. show is to headline Machiques, Venezuela, featherweight, Lorenzo Parra facing off against Lawrenceville, Georgia’s, Elijah “WXXXLF” Pierce in a WBO final eliminator.

Parra, 23-1-1, 17ko’s unbeaten since a June 2017 ten round unanimous decision loss to Las Vegas based Yonfrez Parejo comes off a WBC Continental Americas Featherweight title ten round majority draw with Los Angeles, undefeated Omar Cande Trinidad.

Pierce, 21-2, 17Ko’s, with victories over Tramaine Williams, Mike Plania is unbeaten since a September 2019, majority draw with Silver Spring, Maryland’s Sulaiman Segawa is on a twelve-bout unbeaten streak coming off a WBO International Featherweight title claiming ninth round TKO win over Bangar, Philippines “Hot & Nasty” Michael Dasmarinas.

MP Promotions, (Manny Pacquiao Promotions) is a Philippine boxing promotion based in General Santos, Cotabato del Sur, Philippines. It is known for promoting prominent boxers including world champions Mark Magsayo, John Riel Casimero, and Isaac Cruz.

The company launched a U.S. division headquartered in Beverly Hills, California. Under the leadership of President Sean Gibbons and Vice President Tony Cohen, J.D., the new branch enhances Manny Pacquiao Promotions’ global reach—particularly across North and South America. With this strategic presence in the U.S., the company is better positioned to scout and promote elite talent, offering fighters increased opportunities for international exposure and success. The Beverly Hills headquarters also streamlines coordination of events and partnerships throughout the Western Hemisphere.