WBC title fight in Thailand: Adolfo steps in for injured Garces

Glendale G. Rosal 11/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Prime Stags Boxing Gym’s rising prospect Michael Adolfo has stepped in to replace Kit Ceron Garces for a marquee title fight in Bangkok, Thailand, scheduled for November 29. The Cebuano boxer will go…

Boxing: Jimmy Paypa falters in Thailand, with loss to Iranian foe

Glendale G. Rosal 11/02/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Jimmy “Phoenix” Paypa’s comeback journey met a harsh and abrupt conclusion as he faced a decisive defeat against Iran’s Mahdi Sarbaz on October 31 in Bangkok, Thailand. Paypa’s bid for the World Boxing Council (WBC)…

Boxing: Mama stunned by controversial split decision in Puerto Rico

Glendale G. Rosal 10/31/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former world title challenger Jayson “Smasher” Mama was left devastated in his locker room, shedding tears after a contentious split decision granted hometown favorite Juan Carlos Camacho the vacant World Boxing Organization (WBO)…

Casimero confronts Ligas: Boxing judge mulls legal action

Glendale G. Rosal 10/18/2024

Cebu City, Philippines — Esteemed international boxing judge Edward Ligas is considering legal action against former three-division world champion John Riel “Quadro” Alas Casimero, following an alleged confrontation at Narita International Airport in Tokyo on October 15.…

Jimenez absorbs first defeat, but impresses in gritty Japan bout

Glendale G. Rosal 09/27/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebuano boxing prospect John Kevien Jimenez may have tasted his first professional defeat, but he earned the respect and admiration of Japanese fans following his valiant stand against local bet Takeshi Ishii on…

Jerusalem triumphant title defense: Domingo shares tough journey 

Glendale G. Rosal 09/26/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Veteran boxing trainer Michael Domingo lauded his protégé, Melvin “Gringo” Jerusalem, for delivering an outstanding performance in his first world title defense on September 22 in Manila.  Jerusalem successfully retained his WBC world…

Jerusalem outclasses Mexican challenger, retains title

Glendale G. Rosal 09/23/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Melvin “Gringo” Jerusalem delivered on his promise, showcasing a masterful display of skill and determination to retain his WBC world minimumweight title on Sunday evening, September 22, in Mandaluyong City.  Before an enthusiastic…

Jerusalem completes sparring, ready to defend WBC world title

Glendale G. Rosal 09/13/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Reigning World Boxing Council (WBC) world minimumweight champion Melvin “Gringo” Jerusalem has successfully completed his sparring rounds as he prepares for his first world title defense on September 21 in Mandaluyong City, Manila.…

Wonder Boy Martin set for first international fight in Mexico

Glendale G. Rosal 09/03/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — World-rated super bantamweight contender Carl Jammes “Wonder Boy” Martin is set to make his international debut on September 6 (September 7, Manila time) in Sinaloa, Mexico, marking a significant milestone in his promising…

Paras, Kyoguchi trilogy set for October in Yokohama, Japan

Glendale G. Rosal 08/30/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—A high-stakes boxing match is set as former world title challenger Vince “J-Vince” Paras and his fierce rival Hiroto Kyoguchi of Japan will collide in a much-anticipated trilogy bout on October 13 in Yokohama, Japan.…

Canoy, Refugio make weight for WBA Regional title clash

Glendale G. Rosal 08/29/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The stage is officially set for Joey Canoy and Jonathan Refugio who will square off for the World Boxing Association (WBA) Asia minimumweight title in Polomolok, South Cotabato, this Friday, August 30. Both…

Boxing: Cataraja vows revenge as he faces Torres in Japan

Glendale G. Rosal 08/23/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Top-ranked Cebuano boxing prospect Kevin Jake “KJ” Cataraja is on a mission.  As he steps into the ring tomorrow, August 24, in Suita, Japan, Cataraja carries not only his undefeated record but also a promise—to…

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