Ali Kafi vs Manny Pacquiao

Ali Kafi joined the FLN in 1954 at the start of the Algerian War of Independence. He became a militant and political organizer, working in the wilaya (military district) system and rising through the ranks of the revolutionary movement.

After independence, Kafi served as Algeria's ambassador to several countries, including Syria, Lebanon, and Libya, from the 1960s to the 1980s. His diplomatic work focused on strengthening ties with Arab and African nations and supporting anti-colonial movements.

Following the assassination of Mohamed Boudiaf, Kafi was appointed President of the High State Council (HCE) on July 2, 1992, becoming Algeria's de facto head of state. He led the collective presidency during the early years of the Algerian Civil War, overseeing the military's crackdown on Islamist insurgents.

As HCE president, Kafi supported the military's decision to cancel the second round of the 1991 legislative elections, which the Islamic Salvation Front (FIS) was poised to win. This action triggered the Algerian Civil War, leading to a decade of violence between the state and Islamist groups.

Kafi stepped down as President of the HCE on January 30, 1994, as the council was dissolved and replaced by a single president, Liamine Z

Manny Pacquiao defeated David Diaz to win the WBC welterweight title. This victory marked his rise as a global boxing icon and began his dominance across multiple weight divisions.

Pacquiao was elected as the Representative of the 1st District of Sarangani Province. He served two terms, focusing on sports development and local infrastructure.

Pacquiao won a Senate seat in the 2016 Philippine general election, placing 7th. He used his popularity to transition into national politics, advocating for sports and anti-poverty programs.

Pacquiao lost to Yordenis Ugas by unanimous decision in a WBA welterweight title fight in Las Vegas. This was his final professional boxing match, ending his career with a record of 62 wins and 8 losses.