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Manny Pacquiao fought Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title at the MGM Grand, with live updates available for the main event and undercard, including results from other bouts like Figueroa vs. Gonzalez and Fundora vs. Tszyu.
Jennifer Lopez's $90 million Las Vegas residency deal with MGM Grand is in jeopardy due to poor concert ticket and album sales. While no official deal has been signed, discussions are ongoing. Lopez is currently preparing for her greatest hits tour, "This Is Me…Live," which has been rebranded from its original name. Despite her recent album's poor performance, her latest Netflix film has been successful. There are also rumors of marital issues with Ben Affleck and potential retirement from music.
A case of measles has been confirmed on the Las Vegas Strip, with potential exposure at several locations including the MGM Grand resort and the airport. Health officials warn that the virus is highly contagious and can live in the air for up to two hours, with symptoms appearing within seven to 21 days after exposure. This comes amid an increase in measles cases globally and in the U.S., prompting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to issue a lab advisory. The Southern Nevada Health District advises anyone with symptoms to contact a healthcare provider before entering a healthcare facility to prevent the spread of the illness.
Devin Haney retained his undisputed 135-pound championship in a close, but unanimous decision against Vasiliy Lomachenko at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. Haney survived a vintage performance from his 35-year-old opponent, who rallied in the second half of the fight. Haney landed the cleaner punches, particularly those to Lomachenko's body, and won the decisive 12th round on all three cards. The victory could set up a massive showdown with either Gervonta Davis or Shakur Stevenson, if Haney decides to stay at 135 pounds.
Top Rank boss Bob Arum was caught on a recording telling Vasiliy Lomachenko and his manager that they "easily" won the fight against Devin Haney, despite Haney retaining his undisputed lightweight world title in a unanimous decision victory at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. The fight was difficult to score, with both boxers having pockets of dominance, but most analysts and fans had it closer than the judges' scores. Haney may now face Shakur Stevenson in his next fight.