WBO panel rules in favour of Manny Pacquiao

The World Boxing Organisation (WBO) has ruled that Manny Pacquiao should have won his controversial defeat to Timothy Bradley.

The organisation has also recommended that a rematch between the fighters take place.

The American won a split decision at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on June 10 that had many criticising the outcome.

Pacquiao has stated the he wants a rematch with Bradley.

"My supporters shouldn't worry," said the Filipino fighter. "We're going to get that title."

The WBO met five international judges to evaluate video of the match and they unanimously scored the fight in favour of Pacquiao.

However, the WBO do not have power to overturn the initial ruling and the result will still stand.