Boxing Legend Pacquiao Launches San Diego TJ's in New Team Boxing League

Pacquiao transitions from ring to executive role as co-owner and co-manager of new TBL franchise

Apr. 14, 2026 at 9:05am

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An abstract, expressionist painting in vibrant neon colors, capturing the dynamic movements and raw energy of a boxing match, with the faces and logos of the fighters and teams dissolving into unrecognizable splatters of paint.Manny Pacquiao's new role as co-owner and co-manager of the San Diego TJ's franchise in the Team Boxing League signals a bold shift towards a team-based future for the sport.San Diego Today

Legendary boxer Manny Pacquiao has finalized a nine-figure deal to establish and co-manage the San Diego TJ's as part of the new Team Boxing League (TBL). This move marks Pacquiao's transition from the ring to a high-level executive role, where he will help steer the TBL's ambitious global strategy as a primary stakeholder and key voice in the league's international growth.

Why it matters

The TBL represents a shift away from the traditional 'lone wolf' nature of boxing, operating a team-centric scoring model where squads of fighters across multiple weight classes battle for points that contribute to an overall league ranking. Pacquiao's involvement as a co-owner and co-manager of the San Diego TJ's franchise is a significant endorsement of this new team-based approach to the sport.

The details

The San Diego TJ's franchise is a tribute to the deep-rooted, binational boxing heritage shared between Southern California and Tijuana, Mexico. Beyond just owning a team, Pacquiao's nine-figure commitment grants him an equity share in the TBL's parent organization, making him a primary stakeholder and key voice in the league's international expansion plans.

  • Pacquiao finalized the deal on April 14, 2026.

The players

Manny Pacquiao

A legendary Filipino boxer who has transitioned from the ring to become a co-owner and co-manager of the San Diego TJ's franchise in the new Team Boxing League.

Team Boxing League (TBL)

A new team-based professional boxing league that is shifting away from the traditional 'lone wolf' nature of the sport, operating a scoring model where squads of fighters across multiple weight classes battle for points that contribute to an overall league ranking.

San Diego TJ's

The franchise co-owned and co-managed by Manny Pacquiao, representing the deep-rooted, binational boxing heritage shared between Southern California and Tijuana, Mexico.

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What they’re saying

“This is not just about fighting anymore. This is a new chapter in my life. I have accomplished everything I wanted in boxing, and now I want to build something bigger than myself. I truly believe this is the League of Destiny, and I want to help shape the future of boxing and create opportunities for the next generation.”

— Manny Pacquiao, Co-Owner and Co-Manager, San Diego TJ's

“I'm proud to build Manny Pacquiao's San Diego TJ's and bring something special to fans around the world. I'm proud to be an owner of Manny Pacquiao's San Diego TJ's. This is my team, and I'm excited to build something special by bringing great fighters, strong competition, and a winning culture to fans around the world.”

— Manny Pacquiao, Co-Owner and Co-Manager, San Diego TJ's

What’s next

The TBL is expected to launch its inaugural season in 2027, with the San Diego TJ's franchise led by Manny Pacquiao set to compete against other team-based squads from around the world.

The takeaway

Manny Pacquiao's transition from legendary boxer to co-owner and co-manager of the San Diego TJ's franchise in the new Team Boxing League represents a significant shift in the sport, moving away from the traditional 'lone wolf' model towards a team-based approach that aims to create new opportunities and a global platform for the next generation of fighters.