(CNN Philippines) — Team Pacquiao and Top Rank promotions released a joint statement concerning the shoulder injury sustained by Manny Pacquiao before his fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr. last May 2 (May 3 PHT).
At the post fight press conference, Pacquiao revealed that he fought with a significant shoulder injury that affected his ability to perform to his full potential.
The statement revealed that the Pacquiao camp notified the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) of the injury and treatments to be done on the night of the fight.
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According to the statement, despite the approval of USADA, the Nevada Commission prevented the treatment to be administered prior to the fight claiming that it was unaware of the shoulder injury.
In addition to the statement, ESPN insider Dan Rafael reported that Pacquiao will have to undergo surgery for a significant tear on his right rotator cuff.
According to Pacquiao adviser Michael Koncz, the estimated recovery time after the surgery is approximately four to six months.
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