Amir Khan to fight Manny Pacquiao in Dubai

DUBAI: Dubai has been confirmed as the venue to host the much awaited super fight between Amir Khan and Manny Pacquiao, however, the date has been pushed for a month.

British boxer of Pakistani origin Amir Khan and Filipino boxer Manny Pacquiao has last week agreed to a fight on April 23rd, the fight has now been moved to May 20th with Dubai confirmed as the venue.

"20th May is the new date for the fight," a source close to boxer Aamir Khan told geo.tv

"Dubai will be the venue, exact arena for Amir v Pacquiao fight will be announced in due course," the source added.

30-year-old Amir Khan has a record of 31-4 in 35 fights against 59-6 record in 67 fights by Manny Pacquiao of Philippines.

"The fight is going to be big. We are both in the top three in the welterweight division. Everybody wants to see this fight." Amir has said last week.