PH ready to host 30th SEA Games – POC
By Eddie Alinea, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 18 Aug 2019
Everything is, indeed, well within the Philippine Olympic Committee ranks.
This POC president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino and members of what was supposed to be warring factions in the country’s ruling body in sports Read Full Story >>>GABALLO FACES DANGEROUS COLOMBIAN IN PBC DEBUT
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 18 Aug 2019
Former WBA Interim bantamweight champion Raymart Gaballo (W21 KO18 L0 D0) will be facing Yeison Vargas (W17 KO12 L1) of Cartagena, Colombia. Visibly on his record, Vargas has a good knockout rate which should pose danger Read Full Story >>> GIBBONS SAYS MANNY'S LEGACY IS BIGGER THAN FLOYD'S
By Maloney L. Samaco, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 18 Aug 2019
MP Promotions President Sean Gibbons has told World Boxing News that Manny Pacquiao could not wait for Floyd Mayweather to agree to the much sought rematch and has to look for other opponents to establish his legacy.
Media Read Full Story >>> Three Brutal Rounds: Navarrete Stops De Vaca
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 18 Aug 2019
Navarrete (R) connects at De Vaca.
Jessie Magdaleno scores technical decision over Rafael Rivera in the co-feature
LOS ANGELES (Aug. 17, 2019) — Emanuel Navarrete was already a champion. He is now one of the Read Full Story >>> PH's SEA Games bet IM Paulo Bersamina rules GM Rosendo Balinas chess cup
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 18 Aug 2019
Final Standings:
(Open division)
6.0 points---IM Paulo Bersamina, IM Daniel Quizon
5.0 points---IM Angelo Young, FM Nelson Villanueva
4.5 points---NM Nick Nisperos
4.0 points--- IM Ricardo De Guzman, IM Chris Ramayrat, NM Carlo Magno Rosaupan
3.5 points---NM Julius Sinangote, AGM Almario Marl Read Full Story >>> Hall of Famer and welterweight great Jose Napoles dies
MaxBoxing.com, Sun, 18 Aug 2019
Surrounded by his children and grandchildren, former two-time welterweight champion and International Boxing Hall of Fame member Jose Napoles died Friday. He was 79.
“Jose Napoles was one of the most talented welterweight champions in history and his stylish moves in the ring provided countl Read Full Story >>> Ramirez Arrives in the Philippines For Casimero WBO Clash, "I want that Belt"
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 18 Aug 2019
MANILA, Philippines -- Mexican challenger Cesar "Perico" Ramirez (18-3, 11 KO's) and his team arrived Saturday here in the Philippines ahead of his world title battle against experienced Filipino 3-division champion Joh Read Full Story >>> EXCLUSIVE: Sean Gibbons discusses Mayweather v Pacquiao 2 chances
World Boxing News, Sun, 18 Aug 2019
MP Promotions President Sean Gibbons has revealed Manny Pacquiao will not wait around for Floyd Mayweather to give the green light on a lucrative rematch. After signing with PBC and Al Haymon, speculation has mounted on a potential second clash between Mayweather and the ‘Pacman’. Since his defeat t Read Full Story >>> Casimero can’t afford to lose
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
Casimero.
Interim WBO bantamweight champion Johnriel Casimero is in line to challenge reigning WBO titlist Zolani Tete of South Africa but his dream of sitting on the 118-pound throne will go up in smoke if the Ormoc Ci Read Full Story >>> Ghana promoter wants to get money from Ronald Jerez
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
DAVAO CITY --- Ghana promoter Michael N.Y. Annan of Don's Promotion wants to get back the money he gave to Filipino match maker Ronald Jerez in order to pay back boxer Eugene "Rambo" Lagos and match maker Brico Santig.
But the problem is that Jerez is different from Lagos and Santig.
Jerez al Read Full Story >>> 2019 Hasn't Been The Best of Years - But It Could Be Worse
By Michael Rosenthal, BoxingScene.com, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
I have to acknowledge that I had a tough time coming up with candidates when I was asked to identify possible fights of the year, which is never a good sign. And we all endure pain when the matchups we want to see fail to materialize, a self-imposed curse that has been particularly frustrating this Read Full Story >>> Manny Pacquiao will struggle only against Terence Crawford, Jeff Horn – Glen Rushton
By Onchie Ebriega Aguila, Blasting News, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
Manny Pacquiao, 40-years-old, is still the most-sought man in boxing, as proven by the seemingly countless barrages of challenges he’s receiving from younger fighters day in and day out.
On Thursday, boxing trainer Glen Rushton called out Pacquiao once more for a rematch with his prizefighter Jef Read Full Story >>> Desert Devils: Andy Ruiz Jr. and Anthony Joshua Meet in Saudi Arabia
By Carlos Acevedo, Hannibal Boxing, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
It is no easy task for boxing to set off a firestorm during the dog days of summer, but Eddie Hearn, head of Matchroom, managed this improbable feat when he held a curious press conference a few days ago announcing that Andy Ruiz and Anthony Joshua would face off for their rematch on December 7, in Read Full Story >>> Weigh-In Results: Navarrete vs. De Vaca & Magdaleno vs. Rivera
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
Navarette (L) and De Vaca.
Emanuel Navarrete 122 lbs vs. Francisco De Vaca 122 lbs
(Navarrete's WBO Junior Featherweight title - 12 Rounds)
Jessie Magdaleno 125.4 lbs vs. Rafael Rivera 125.6 lbs
( Read Full Story >>> Does Spence ‘Make A Statement’ With Both a Decision or Knockout Versus Porter?
By R.L. Woodson, Round by Round Boxing, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
ERROL SPENCE JR. FACES A TOUGH TASK IN BEATING SHAWN PORTER WHILE NOT CHASING AWAY A DREAM FIGHT WITH MANNY PACQUIAO
Undefeated IBF Welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr. didn’t go as far as calling his shot yesterday during his closing remarks at the press conference held at Staples Center in S Read Full Story >>> Ruiz vs. Joshua: Enough is Enough; Let’s Get it On
By Ted Sares, The Sweet Science, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
Ruiz vs. Joshua: Enough is Enough; Let’s Get it On
In October of 1974, when Muhammad Ali was in Kinshasa, Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo) to fight George Foreman in the “Rumble in the Jungle,” the people cheered him as he trained on the roads. They backed off when Big George walk Read Full Story >>> Heather Hardy Vs Amanda Serrano [Vol.I]: Fade To Black
By John Gatling, NYFights.com, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
I’m only biggin’ up my brother
Biggin up my borough
I’m big enough to do it
I’m that thorough–
Plus I know my own flow is foolish
Jay-Z, “What More Can I Say?”, The Black Album
So them rings and things you sing about, bring em out Devin Haney, as the ladies will walk you down a red Read Full Story >>> Boxing Is Experiencing A Slow Death: In-Fighting Is Costing The Sport Its Popularity
By Caezar Sotto, International Business Times, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
Boxing is on the fringes of death and the sport has only itself to blame. A few days ago, a press conference set for Errol Spence Jr. and Shawn Porter's IBF/WBC welterweight unification match barely had any spectators.
If that's not a sign that the sport is dying, declining gate numbers on pay-p Read Full Story >>> Fight Night is coming to Playstation 4 soon!
By Steve Wellings, RingNews24, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
Fans of boxing and computer games will be salivating at the prospect of a new installment of the ever-popular Fight Night series. Expected to drop on the Playstation 4, Fight Night started in 2004, releasing five titles until their last offering in 2011 entitled “Fight Night Champion”.
Last Octob Read Full Story >>> Anthony Joshua Exclusive: Complacency Gone As AJ Looks To Become Champion Again
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
Anthony Joshua has admitted he is hungry to become Heavyweight Champion of the World again. In an exclusive interview with William Hill, Joshua spoke of the need to “resurrect” himself following his defeat to Andy Ruiz i Read Full Story >>> BUATSI TAKES ON FORD AT THE O2
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
Joshua Buatsi will defend his WBA International Light-Heavyweight title against Ryan Ford on the undercard of the huge Lightweight World title showdown between Vasiliy Lomachenko and Luke Campbell at The O2 in London on Augu Read Full Story >>> MAASIN CITY AMATEUR BOXERS WIN OVER FOES
By Maloney L. Samaco, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
Maasin City amateur boxers came out triumphant in their respective bouts against visitors last Tuesday at the Maasin City Gym. The amateur fights were added features to the professional bouts which saw hometown hero Adones Aguelo stop Read Full Story >>> HALF OF US OPEN 9-BALL FIELD FILLS IN THREE DAYS
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
Just three days after player entries opened, the field for the 2020 US Open 9-Ball Championship has already surpassed the halfway mark ahead of the return of the pool major to Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Convention Center next April 13-18.
The $375,000 tournament is limited to 256 entrants and Read Full Story >>> EXCLUSIVE: Sean Gibbons discusses Manny Pacquiao’s next promotion
World Boxing News, Sat, 17 Aug 2019
MP (Manny Pacquiao) Promotions President Sean Gibbons has promised an unforgettable night in Manila when two-division king John Riel Casimero collides with Cesar Ramirez on August 24. The showdown, which sees the WBO interim bantamweight title up for grabs, is promoted by Senator Pacquiao alongside Read Full Story >>> Floyd Mayweather feels threatened by Manny Pacquiao’s recent run of form, says Sean Gibbons
By Anthony Cocks, RingNews24, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Manny Pacquiao (MP) Promotions president Sean Gibbons says Floyd Mayweather is using Manny Pacquiao’s recent run of good form to keep his own name in the media.
Since losing a disputed decision to Jeff Horn in Australia two years ago, Pacquiao has claimed the scalps Lucas Matthysse, Adrien Broner Read Full Story >>> Jessie Magdaleno looking for another world title
By Bill Tibbs, MaxBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
When former world champion Jessie Magdaleno (26-1, 18 KO’s) steps into the ring on Saturday, August 17, at the Banc of California Stadium in downtown Los Angeles, he will be looking to pick up a win and then look at moving on to challenge for a title.
Magdaleno will be facing off against for Read Full Story >>> Astrolabio to defend crown WBO Oriental bantamweight title
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
DAVAO CITY --- Vincent "Asero" Astrolabio of Gen. Santos City will defend his World Boxing Organization Oriental bantamweight title for the first time against dangerous Kevin "The Bull" Aseniero of Zamboanga City on Aug. 24 at the San Andres Sports Complex in Malate, Manila.
The 22-year old Astro Read Full Story >>> GAB questions Ghana promoter, matchmaker thru IBO
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
DAVAO CITY -- The Games and Amusements Board (GAB) is also now questioning the Ghana boxing promoter and match maker for not pushing through with the Filipino boxer and his two companion last Aug. 9.
The GAB represented by its Chairman Abrahan Kahlil Mitra is asking why is that the Ghana matchmak Read Full Story >>> Errol Spence Jr and Shawn Porter both want Manny Pacquiao after unification bout
By Anthony Cocks, RingNews24, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
IBF welterweight champion Errol ‘The Truth’ Spence Jr 25-0 (21) has promised to make a statement when he takes on WBC counterpart Shawn ‘Showtime’ Porter 30-2-1 (17) in their 147-pound championship unification bout at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on September 28.
“Shawn is a warrior who alwa Read Full Story >>> Presser Notes and Quotes: Emanuel Navarrete & Francisco De Vaca Set to Light Up Banc Of California Stadium Soccer Pitch
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Navarrete-De Vaca and Jessie Magdaleno-Rafael Rivera LIVE on ESPN and ESPN Deportes Saturday (10 p.m. ET) from the home of LAFC
LOS ANGELES (Aug. 15, 2019) – The press conference overlooked the new crown jewel of L Read Full Story >>> Amir Imam Signs With Top Rank
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
(Aug. 15, 2019) — Amir Imam, a former super lightweight world challenger known for his explosive knockouts, has signed a multi-year promotional agreement with Top Rank.
Imam (21-2, 18 KOs) has been out of the r Read Full Story >>> Steve Gago gunning for rematch after dropping controversial decision against Nursultan Zhangabayev
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Steve Gago produced arguably a career-best display this week as many saw him beating former Kazak amateur standout Nursultan Zhangabayev in a fight which had the WBA Inter-Continental, WBO Global and IBF Australiasian Welte Read Full Story >>> If Manny Pacquiao beats Errol Spence, he will be top-3 all-time easily, says Tim Bradley
By Onchie Ebriega Aguila, Blasting News, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Manny Pacquiao has now put himself in the conversation for the best pound-for-pound fighter of all time following his scintillating win over Keith Thurman to wrest his WBA (Super) welterweight belt last July 20.
Timothy Bradley, a former boxing champ and now full-time boxing analyst, believes the Read Full Story >>> Floyd Mayweather Jr., The Best Ever—Scientifically Proven?
By Paul Magno, Boxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
It’s amazing what kind of amusing bullshit finds its way on to my Facebook timeline.
Most recently, someone shared a screen shot of BoxRec’s all-time pound-for-pound list with Floyd Mayweather Jr. sitting firmly atop the ratings. And, ranked ahead of no. 2, Manny Pacquiao and no. 3 Carlos Monzon Read Full Story >>> Ancajas to be feted in donning rites
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
IBF superflyweight champion Jerwin Ancajas will take a break from camp at the Naval Education and Training Command base in San Antonio, Zambales, to be honored in donning rites formalizing his promotion to Senior Chief Read Full Story >>> "Too Sharp' Peñalosa is in light training already
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Carlos Ceasar Peñalosa (L) training with his uncle Jonathan Peñalosa.
DAVAO CITY -- Flyweight boxer Carlo Caesar "Too Sharp" Peñalosa is now on his last week training and his final sparring session with f Read Full Story >>> "Too Sharp' Peñalosa is in light training already
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Carlos Ceasar Peñalosa (L) training with his uncle Jonathan Peñalosa.
DAVAO CITY -- Flyweight boxer Carlo Caesar "Too Sharp" Peñalosa is now on his last week training and his final sparring session with f Read Full Story >>> Results of Amateur Boxing in Maasin, Southern Leyte
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
MAASIN, Southern Leyte -- Amateur boxing had its exciting evening of action last Tuesday evening at Maasin's Sports Complex, a highly competitive event featuring the region's future stars.
In the best fight of the card Read Full Story >>> THE OSCAR DE LA HOYA FOUNDATION TO HOST SPECIAL BOXING EVENT FOR THE COMMUNITY ON FRIDAY, AUG. 30 AT PASADENA CITY HALL
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
EVENT TO FEATURE LIVE PROFESSIONAL BOUTS HIGHLIGHTING
GOLDEN BOY'S BRIGHTEST STARS
Limited Tickets on Sale Today at 10:00 a.m. PT!
LOS ANGELES, CALIF. (Aug. 15, 2019) - The Oscar De La Hoya Foundation is giving back to the community through a special night of professional boxing at Pasadena C Read Full Story >>> OUSCHAN AND FILLER LEAD FEMALE ENTRIES TO US OPEN 9-BALL CHAMPIONSHIP
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
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Women’s Eurotour stars Jasmin Ouschan and Pia Filler are the first two female players to have entered the 2020 US Open 9-Ball Championship, which will take place at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino Read Full Story >>> Pacquiao presents: Casimero vs Ramirez
By Nick Giongco, The Manila Bulletin, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Manny Pacquiao is staging a world title fight that is free to the public on Aug. 24 at the San Andres Sports Complex in Malate, Manila.
Headlining the Pacquiao-promoted slugfest is Filipino champion John Riel Casimero’s defense of the interim WBO bantamweight crown against Mexican Cesar Ramirez.
Read Full Story >>> Boxing Rumors: Spence Vows To Finish Porter Early, Waiting For Pacquiao Challenge
By Ryan Joseph, International Business Times, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Errol Spence Jr. and Shawn Porter are set to get it on this coming September 28 with the former defending the IBF and WBC titles in a Fox Sports PBC Pay-Per-View event. Being undefeated so far, "The Truth" is a favorite to prevail over "Showtime" next month at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, Cali Read Full Story >>> Anthony Joshua feuds with Lennox Lewis, continues embarrassing himself
By Kevin Iole, Yahoo! Sports, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Lennox Lewis is among a small handful of the greatest heavyweight boxers who ever lived, an athletic, powerful and shrewd man who never ducked a challenge.
He conducted himself with dignity and class outside of the ring and was a fearless champion inside of it who fought nearly every elite oppone Read Full Story >>> Andy Ruiz Rejects Saudi Arabia
By Robert Ecksel, Boxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
During a live chat with his fans, the WBA/IBF/WBO heavyweight champion put the kibosh on the recently announced plans of Eddie Hearn, Anthony Joshua’s promoter, to stage their rematch in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
“AJ got the rematch, yes we do got the rematch,” said Ruiz, “but it’s gonna be on Read Full Story >>> Andy Ruiz Jr holding firm on US venue for Anthony Joshua rematch, Eddie Hearn threatens court action
By Anthony Cocks, RingNews24, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Eddie Hearn insists that Andy Ruiz Jr 33-1 (22) will be defending his unified heavyweight titles against Anthony Joshua 22-1 (21) in Saudi Arabia on December 7 despite claims from the Mexican-American champion that he would be “bringing the fight back to the US”.
Ruiz Jr shocked the world when he Read Full Story >>> Conor McGregor Is At It Again
By Johnathan Lee Iverson , Boxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
In yet another outburst of miscreant behavior unbecoming of a championship fighter, the UFC’s star attraction, Conor McGregor was seen decking a senior citizen in an Irish pub.
It was a grotesque and dangerous display from a fighter whose list of brutal, outside the octagon (and ring) antics appe Read Full Story >>> Celebrating Henry Armstrong: One of the greatest fighters who ever lived
By John Raspanti, MaxBoxing.com, Fri, 16 Aug 2019
Think of a time in the future when six-time world champion Manny Pacquiao is almost forgotten. Seems unfathomable, doesn’t it to forget a man of unquestioned fortitude and immense popularity?
The old-timers remember him, but the younger generation, who should be reveling in his pugilistic gr Read Full Story >>> LIAM SMITH AND JONO CARROLL ADDED TO MEXICO BILL
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 Aug 2019
Former World champion and Irish World title challenger in action on August 24
Liam Smith and Jono Carroll will aim to move into position to get World title shots in the winter when they travel to at the Centro de Usos Read Full Story >>> Kaamino to file case vs. Ghana promoter
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 Aug 2019
DAVAO CITY -- Promoter-manager Roel Quintin Kaamino is planning to file charges against the Ghana promoter and match maker for cancelling the fight and charging them of the moral damages.
Kaamino is filing charges against the promoter Michael Annan of Don's Promotion and the match maker Solomon O Read Full Story >>> WKN Argentina: Estrellas de Acero III - Sep. 1, Morón, Buenos Aires
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 15 Aug 2019
The World Kickboxing Network returns to Argentina on September 1 with the third edition of Estrellas de Acero (Steel Stars, Eng.). The event takes place at Club Morón in Morón, Buenos Aires.
An upcoming sh Read Full Story >>> | 
