Fil-Mexican AI11 runner-up Jessica Sanchez will be singing the US national anthem Star Spangled Banner, this June 10 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena for the Pacquiao-Bradley boxing match. Thousands of people are expected to watch on the area, while millions are expected to watch in live stream via Pay-Per-View.
Jessica, a 16-year old performer, has recently emerged as the top contender, runner up of the recently concluded American Idol, where Phillip Phillips emerged as the season’s winner.
On the other hand, teenage singer Kirby Asunto from New Jersey, a Fil-Am, will sing the Philippine National Anthem, Lupang Hinirang on the same boxing night.