Manny Pacquiao vs Pablo Rubio
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Manny Pacquiao
"PacMan"
73-8-3VS
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Pablo Rubio
"Mantecas ("Lard")"
84-16-173-8-3
Record84-16-1
87%
Win Rate83%
0%
KO %0%
166cm
Height175cm
—
Reach175cm
47
Age—
—
Stanceorthodox
84
Total Bouts101
Physical Comparison
Pablo Rubio has the height edge at 175cm vs 166cm for Manny Pacquiao — a 9cm difference that gives Rubio the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Manny Pacquiao brings a record of 73-8-3 across 84 professional bouts (87% win rate).Pablo Rubio enters with 84-16-1 from 101 fights (83% win rate).
Pablo Rubio has the experience edge with 101 bouts compared to 84 — that's 17 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Key Factors
Pacquiao's Path to Victory
- • Trust the higher win rate (87% vs 83%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Rubio's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Greater professional experience (101 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Manny Pacquiao vs Pablo Rubio — FAQ
- What are Manny Pacquiao's and Pablo Rubio's records?
- Manny Pacquiao is 73-8-3 (0 KOs). Pablo Rubio is 84-16-1 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Manny Pacquiao or Pablo Rubio?
- Pablo Rubio is taller at 175cm vs 166cm — a 9cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.