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Gennady Golovkin and Kazakhstan’s Soft Power

By Joseph Hammond

April 22, 2016

The boxer is following a path first blazed by the Philippines' Manny Pacquiao.

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September 29, 2015

Amir Khan: Boxing’s Saving Grace in Pakistan?

British star Amir Khan has offered a lifeline to a struggling sport in Pakistan.

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Amir Khan: Boxing’s Saving Grace in Pakistan?

May 05, 2015

Cambodia’s Hun Sen Condemns Pacquiao-Mayweather Decision

Premier slams “unbelievable” unanimous decision by U.S. judges.

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Cambodia’s Hun Sen Condemns Pacquiao-Mayweather Decision

December 12, 2014

Boxing's Great Leap Forward

Pro boxing is taking off in China, helped by the emergence of a home-grown star.

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Boxing's Great Leap Forward

November 27, 2014

Pacquiao vs. Mayweather. Will It Finally Happen?

With Pacquiao dispatching his opponent Sunday, pressure mounts for the fight everyone wants to see.

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Pacquiao vs. Mayweather. Will It Finally Happen?

October 30, 2014

Manny Pacquiao: Boxer, Legislator, Basketball Playing Coach

Many argue that the basketball court was a step too far for the boxing legend.

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Manny Pacquiao: Boxer, Legislator, Basketball Playing Coach

October 02, 2014

Could Pacquiao vs. Mayweather Finally Happen?

Recent comments suggest that the two fighters may finally be moving closer to boxing’s most anticipated match-up.

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Could Pacquiao vs. Mayweather Finally Happen?

August 28, 2014

10 Biggest Asian Sports Stars

A look at the biggest Asian names in world sport today.

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10 Biggest Asian Sports Stars

April 17, 2014

Manny Pacquiao Looks to Boxing, Political Future

A win in the ring sets the Filipino champion up nicely...once he pays his taxes.

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Manny Pacquiao Looks to Boxing, Political Future

December 26, 2013

Top Ten Asia-Pacific Sports Events of 2013

From Tendulkar to Tanaka, The Diplomat looks back at the year’s defining sports moments.

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Top Ten Asia-Pacific Sports Events of 2013

November 28, 2013

68 Years After WWII, Japanese Troops Return to the Philippines

Also: Pacquaio lawyer asks to unfreeze boxer’s bank accounts, Singapore top in Asian competitiveness.

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68 Years After WWII, Japanese Troops Return to the Philippines

November 26, 2013

Manny Pacquiao: Legislator

He may be a legend in the boxing ring, but how does Pacquiao shape up as a civil servant?

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Manny Pacquiao: Legislator

November 21, 2013

Will Saturday’s Fight Be Manny Pacquiao’s Last?

There’s more than just sport at stake for the boxing legend in his upcoming fight.

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Will Saturday’s Fight Be Manny Pacquiao’s Last?

November 14, 2013

Top Ten Most Popular Asian Athletes

The Diplomat’s Samuel Chi ranks Asia’s best sportsmen and women.

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Top Ten Most Popular Asian Athletes

August 08, 2013

The Clash in Cotai: Pacquiao and Rios Meet, Hype Macau Fight

Manny Pacquiao and Brandon Rios are preparing for China’s biggest boxing match ever.

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The Clash in Cotai: Pacquiao and Rios Meet, Hype Macau Fight

May 08, 2013

Manny Pacquiao, Brandon Rios to Fight in Macau this November

Manny Pacquiao and Brandon Rios will duke it out in Macau this November for U.S. and Chinese audiences.

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Manny Pacquiao, Brandon Rios to Fight in Macau this November

April 01, 2013

Boxer Manny Pacquiao to Fight Next in Asia

Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao will return to the ring in Asia this September.

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Boxer Manny Pacquiao to Fight Next in Asia

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