The 40-year-old's gone through 12 gruelling rounds to overcome the previously undefeated Thurman via unanimous decision.

Pacquiao's record now stands at 62 wins, seven losses and two draws.

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25 Mar: Former Warriors and Kiwis coach Frank Endacott is demanding NRL teams take greater responsibility for protecting players showing signs of concussion

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