Although this fight was not recognized as a title fight by any sanctioning bodies , after his victory Pacquiao was crowned Ring Magazine featherweight champion ( as well as the lineal featherweight champion ) .
He held that title until relinquishing it in 2005 .
Although this fight was not recognized as a title fight by any sanctioning bodies , after his victory Pacquiao was crowned Ring Magazine featherweight champion ( as well as the lineal featherweight champion ) , and he held that title until relinquishing it in 2005 .