Blow-By-Blow: Canega claims PBF 140-lb strap
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 24 Sep 2023
In an action-packed duel, Ali Canega of the Elorde Fight Team carved out a hard-earned 10-round majority decision win over Jhunrick Carcedo of SanMan Boxing-General Santos City late Saturday night at the Mandaluyong City Co Read Full Story >>>ZIELINSKI TRIUMPHS AS 2023 MICHIGAN OPEN CHAMPION
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 24 Sep 2023
Aloysius Yapp appeared virtually unbeatable in Battle Creek. When he orchestrated a comeback from being one set down against Gorst in the semifinal, the enticing chance at a third win in a row in Michigan seemed Read Full Story >>> Richardson Hitchins delivers boxing masterclass to thoroughly dominate Jose Zepeda
By Mark Lelinwalla, DAZN News, Sun, 24 Sep 2023
A near flawless victory for the rising star.
Jose Zepeda brought the most accomplished record and credentials into the ring that Richardson Hitchins has ever faced.
And then Hitchins proceeded to reduce the veteran into nothing more than a demoralized, outclassed opponent.
Hitchins delivered Read Full Story >>> BENN BAGS TEN ROUND WIN IN ORLANDO RETURN
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 24 Sep 2023
Conor taken the distance by tough Mexican – McCaskill and Ryan unification ends in split draw
Conor Benn bagged ten vital rounds in his return to the ring against tough Rodolfo Orozco in Orlando, Florida, live worldwide o Read Full Story >>> Zhilei Zhang delivers a brutal knockout on Joe Joyce AGAIN with a huge shot in round three of their rematch at Wembley Arena
By Ed Carruthers, Mail Online (UK), Sun, 24 Sep 2023
Zhilei Zhang has retained the WBO Interim World Heavyweight title after knocking Joe Joyce out in the third round of their rematch at the Ovo Arena on Saturday.
The Chinese boxer looked the stronger fighter in the opening rounds, taking control of the bout in the second round to land several po Read Full Story >>> Joe Joyce brutally knocked out by Zhilei Zhang to end world heavyweight title hopes
By Jacob Leeks, mirror.co.uk, Sun, 24 Sep 2023
Joe Joyce's bid to avenge his defeat to Zhilei Zhang was crushed inside three rounds of their rematch as he was brutally KO'd in their WBO interim heavyweight title fight.
Five months on from being stopped in the sixth round of their first fight, history repeated itself as Joyce was brutally put Read Full Story >>> Undefeated Light Heavyweight Khalil Coe in Action TONIGHT against Kenmon Evans
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 24 Sep 2023
NEW YORK (September 23, 2023) - Undefeated light heavyweight Khalil "Big Steppa" Coe will take on Kenmon Evans tonight at The Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida.
Coe of Flemington, New Jersey is 6-0-1 with four knock Read Full Story >>> Day 3 Michigan Open - Another jumping masterclass by Gorst
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 24 Sep 2023
BATTLE CREEK, MI - The 2023 Michigan Open presented by Samsung TV Plus continued to deliver top-tier billiards action on its third day:
Another jumping masterclass by Gorst. Last 16 round featured a showdown between Read Full Story >>> Cavite Spartans open 3rd Super Grandmaster Wesley So Cup with 13-8 decision vs the Cagayan Kings
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 24 Sep 2023
MANILA---The Cavite Spartans scored a full point via a 13-8 decision vs the Cagayan Kings while parading new faces along with the old reliables at the start of Professional Chess Association of the Philippines -PCAP online chess tournament dubbed as 3rd Super Grandmaster Wesley So Cup thru Chess.com Read Full Story >>> Guro John Maidment: Bridging the Gap Between Student and Master in Filipino Martial Arts
By Emmanuel Rivera, RRT, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 23 Sep 2023
Once upon a time, in the world of martial arts and combat sports, Master Danovis "Dee" Pooler and I embarked on a journey of exploration.
Our quest revolved around unraveling the intricate connections between Filipino Read Full Story >>> Destiny of Champions slated on Sept. 28 in Bangkok
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 23 Sep 2023
THE much-awaited "Destiny of Champions" in Thailand featuring five championship bouts will be held on September 28 at the Spaceplus Bangkok RCA in Bangkok.
Promoter Brico Santig of Highland Boxing Team said that Read Full Story >>> Batter up as Joe Joyce & Richardson Hitchins Step To The Plate
By Chris Carlson, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 23 Sep 2023
This Saturday on both sides of the pond Joe Joyce and Richardson Hitchins step in the batter’s box in crucial spots of their careers. For Hitchins it’s a full step up in class facing a tricky and tough vet in Jose Read Full Story >>> WEIGHTS, IMAGES AND RUNNING ORDER FOR HITCHINS VS. ZEPEDA
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 23 Sep 2023
Super-Lightweight clash tops stacked bill in Orlando, live worldwide on DAZN
TICKETS FOR ORLANDO ARE ON SALE NOW AT TICKETMASTER.COM
First bell 4.15pm ET
8 x 2 mins Featherweight contest
Jasmine Artiga Read Full Story >>> FORMER WORLD CHAMPION JOSEPH “JOJO” DIAZ TO FIGHT RICHARD “EL CASTIGO” MEDINA IN LIGHTWEIGHT CO-FEATURE ON ROCHA VS. SANTILLAN CARD
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 23 Sep 2023
Jojo Diaz.
FOUR-TIME WORLD CHAMPION ARELY “AMETRALLADORA” MUCIÑO TO DEFEND IBF FLYWEIGHT TITLE AGAINST UNDEFEATED GABRIELA “SWEET POISON” FUNDORA
LIVE FROM THE KIA FORUM AND WORLDWIDE ON DAZN - S Read Full Story >>> RODRIGUEZ VS. EDWARDS: LAUNCH PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 23 Sep 2023
Flyweight rivals meet for the first time ahead of unification blockbuster in Glendale, Arizona on Dec 16, live on DAZN
Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez and Sunny Edwards came face-to-face for the first time at a launch Read Full Story >>> JOHNNY FISHER NAMED BEST YOUNG BOXER OF THE YEAR BY BOXING WRITERS' CLUB
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 23 Sep 2023
Romford Heavyweight star claimed Southern Area Title last time out
Romford Heavyweight sensation Johnny Fisher has been named the 2023 Best Young Boxer of the Year by the prestigious Boxing Writers Read Full Story >>> Day 2 Michigan Open - Styer sends reigning champion Yapp into the loser side
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 23 Sep 2023
BATTLE CREEK, MI - The 2023 Michigan Open presented by Samsung TV Plus continues to deliver heart-pounding action at Battle Creek's Kellogg Arena. Here are the highlights from Day 2:
Tyler Styer Shines on H Read Full Story >>> HITCHINS VS. ZEPEDA: FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 22 Sep 2023
Super-Lightweights clash in Orlando on Saturday live on DAZN
TICKETS FOR ORLANDO ARE ON SALE NOW AT TICKETMASTER.COM
RICHARDSON HITCHINS faces Jose Zepeda over 10 rounds for the WBC Silver, WBO NABO and IBF Nort Read Full Story >>> ZURDO RAMIREZ HOSTS MEDIA WORKOUT AHEAD OF CRUISERWEIGHT BATTLE AGAINST JOE SMITH JR. ON OCT. 7
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 22 Sep 2023
LOS ANGELES, CA (September 21, 2023): Former World Champion Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez (44-1, 30 KOs) hosted a media workout at Brickhouse Boxing Club ahead of his grand debut in the cruiserweight division against former Read Full Story >>> Roach: This Version Of Canelo Will Not Be Able To Handle Charlo; I’m Picking Charlo By Stoppage
By Keith Idec, BoxingScene.com, Fri, 22 Sep 2023
One of the most accomplished trainers in boxing history doesn’t just think Jermell Charlo will upset Canelo Alvarez on September 30.
Freddie Roach predicted that Charlo will become the first fighter in 64 professional fights to beat Alvarez by knockout. Manny Pacquiao’s longtime trainer has s Read Full Story >>> Ali Canega and Jhunrick Carcedo are ready to rumble for their super-lightweight on Blow-By-Blow Saturday night at the Mandaluyong College of Science and Technology. (Blow-By-Blow)
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 22 Sep 2023
PBF title fight headlines Blow-By-Blow
Gary Tamayo and Joseph Ambo battle for the interim Philippine Boxing Federation super-bantamweight crown when Manny Pacquiao Presents: Blow-by-Blow takes center stage anew with Read Full Story >>> Paalam adjusts to new weight
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 22 Sep 2023
Carlo Paalam.
A change in weight divisions has led Tokyo Olympic flyweight silver medalist Carlo Paalam to chase a gold medal as a featherweight in men’s boxing at the coming Hangzhou Asian Games. Since the Asian G Read Full Story >>> Super Bantamweight Contender Ra'eese Aleem Eager to Climb WBO Rankings and Make a Statement in the USA
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 22 Sep 2023
LAS VEGAS, NV (September 21, 2023) - Super bantamweight contender Ra'eese Aleem (20-1, 12 KOs), currently ranked #5 by the World Boxing Organization (WBO), is ready to take on his next challenge. Aleem is setting his sight Read Full Story >>> PH pool masters to join 9-ball tourney in Vietnam
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 22 Sep 2023
MANILA---The Marboys cue artists squad have been formed to compete in the Peri 9 Ball Open Championship slated October 5-9 and the Hanoi Open Pool Championship to be held on October 10-15 at the Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Backed up by Mr. JR Velasco and Mr. Marvin Paringit of Read Full Story >>> Carcedo to fight Canega on Sept. 23
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 22 Sep 2023
Jhun Rick Carcedo.
JHUN Rick "Iron Fist" Carcedo of Davao City will fight undefeated Ali "The Carnage" Canega on September 23 for the Blow by Blow at the Mandaluyong College of Science and Technology Gym in Mandaluyon Read Full Story >>> SATURDAY: Zhilei Zhang-Joe Joyce Heavyweight Rematch Headlines London Fight Night at OVO Arena Wembley LIVE on ESPN+
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 22 Sep 2023
Zhang-Joyce II and Anthony Yarde-Jorge Silva light heavyweight co-feature will stream live and exclusively in the U.S. on ESPN+ beginning at 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT
LONDON (Sept. 21, 2023) – Top Rank on ESPN+ returns t Read Full Story >>> HITCHINS: I DON’T FEEL PRESSURE HEADLINING
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 22 Sep 2023
Brooklyn star says he was ‘born’ for the spotlight – and will light up the Sunshine State on Saturday night
Richardson Hitchins says he’s too good to feel pressure in headlining for the first time in his career on Sa Read Full Story >>> Bold predictions: A KO in Canelo-Charlo? End of Haney's run?
ESPN.com, Thu, 21 Sep 2023
The next few months bring some of the best title fights of the year. A battle between two undisputed champions in Canelo Alvarez and Jermell Charlo. A women's rematch for all the belts junior welterweight between Chantelle Cameron and Katie Taylor. And Leigh Wood's anticipated featherweight title de Read Full Story >>> Day 1 Michigan Open - Heart-Stopping Shootout between Patsura and Kazakis
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 21 Sep 2023
Day 1 at The 2023 Michigan Open presented by Samsung TV Plus marks the event's triumphant return for its third consecutive year at Battle Creek's iconic Kellogg Arena. This versatile venue, known for hosting the Rumble Bees Read Full Story >>> Team Philippines’ Remarkable Performance Highlights Makassar Open 2023 Softball Preliminaries
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 21 Sep 2023
The Makassar Open 2023 Softball Preliminaries, being held in Makassar, Indonesia until September 24, 2023, showcased an array of talents, but it was the Philippines that particularly stood out. Demonstrating remarkable skill and teamwork, the Philippine team emerged as a formidable contender, winni Read Full Story >>> Jarrett Hurd Expects Canelo To Stop Jermell Charlo: “He Got Nothing For Canelo”
By Hans Themistode, BoxinScene.com, Thu, 21 Sep 2023
Most fighters, even before they pilfer a world title, believe that they are the best that their respective division has to offer. That, of course, is nothing more than conjecture. In the case of Jermell Charlo, however, his claim to the junior middleweight throne is an objective statement.
Wins o Read Full Story >>> Tapales-Inoue Almost A Done Deal?
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Thu, 21 Sep 2023
Negotiations for the mouthwatering four-belt unification super-bantamweight clash between Filipino Marlon Tapales and Japanese Naoya Inoue have been progressing and both camps appear headed to an agreement for a December date.
Reporting from Tokyo, Sean Gibbons, who represents Tapales, told Daily Read Full Story >>> “The only great fighter he beat was GGG” - Terence Crawford’s coach slams Canelo Alvarez’s resume
By Liam Fresen, sportskeeda, Thu, 21 Sep 2023
Terence Crawford and his camp appear set on trying to get a chance to face off against Canelo Alvarez in the squared circle.
Both men are currently undisputed champions, with Crawford reigning supreme over the welterweight division while Alvarez holds all the four major belts at super-middleweigh Read Full Story >>> WORLD NINEBALL TOUR INTRODUCES THE HANOI OPEN POOL CHAMPIONSHIP AS PART OF EXCITING PROFESSIONAL RE-BRAND
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 21 Sep 2023
The new era of Nineball has today been bolstered with the addition of the new Hanoi Open Pool Championship, broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK & Ireland, which replaces the former Asian Open Pool Championship Read Full Story >>> CONOR BENN RETURNS: BRIT’S COMEBACK CONFIRMED FOR THIS SATURDAY AGAINST RODOLFO OROZCO
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 20 Sep 2023
The fight, at 154lbs, takes place on the Hitchins-Zepeda undercard in Orlando, Florida – live worldwide on DAZN
Conor Benn will return to the ring this Saturday in Orlando, Florida – live worldwide on DAZN.
Over a year Read Full Story >>> ROCHA VS. SANTILLAN L.A. PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 20 Sep 2023
LIVE ON DAZN FROM KIA FORUM
LOS ANGELES, CA (September 19, 2023): NABO Welterweight Titleholder Alexis “Lex” Rocha (23-1, 15 KOs) of Santa Ana and San Diego’s undefeated Giovani “Gallo de Oro” Santillan Read Full Story >>> HITCHINS: I PLAN TO DOMINATE ZEPEDA
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 20 Sep 2023
Super-Lightweight star wants to send a message the 140lb division in Orlando
Richardson Hitchins is planning to dominate Jose Zepeda and send a message to the big guns at 140lbs that he’s coming for them when they clash on Read Full Story >>> Tiger Johnson, Tyshawn Denson and Trinidad Vargas Get Wins over The Weekend
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 20 Sep 2023
NEW YORK (September 19, 2023) - Three Split-T Management fighters got big victories over the weekend.
In Corpus Christi, Texas, Tiger Johnson remained undefeated with a eight-round majority decision over Ricardo Quiroz in a junior welterweight fight.
Johnson, 141,7 lbs of Cleveland won by scor Read Full Story >>> Former World Title Challenger Bandon Adams Signs with Wise Owl Boxing Management
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 20 Sep 2023
LOS ANGELES (SEPTEMBER 19, 2023)--Wise Owl Boxing Management has signed former world title challenger Brandon Adams.
Adams of Los Angeles has a record of 23-3 with 15 knockouts. The 34-year-old Adams is a distinguished fighter Read Full Story >>> Joey Dawejko Decisions Colby Madison for Second Time in Four-Months and Captures WBC U.S. Heavyweight Title
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
Albright, Williams, McTamney, Watson, Johns, Morrison and Robinson Win at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia
Philadelphia (September 19, 2023) --For the second time in four months, Joey Dawejko won a unanimous decision over Read Full Story >>> TOP FIGHT PROMOTER HIRES FIRST-EVER FEMALE MATCHMAKER
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
FORMER PRO FIGHTER TO MATCH BOTH SPORTS
Orange County, CA; On July 20, 2000, Erin Toughill made her pro boxing debut on a Roy Englebrecht Promotions Battle in The Ballroom show at the Irvine Marriott. Today 23 years later, Read Full Story >>> BIADO & FEIJEN STORM TO RANKING EVENT SUCCESSES
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
Carlo Biado and Niels Feijen both had a weekend to remember on opposite sides of the Atlantic, picking up World Nineball Tour Ranking Event victories in the United States and Serbia respectively.
Read Full Story >>> The Past Week in Action 17 September 2023: Luis Lopez Outpoints Joet Gonzalez; Zayas, Villa Win; Cardenas, Cuello, Rojas score wins in San Antonio; Valle Defeats Santiza, Zepeda Destroys Gesta in LA
By Eric Armit, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
 Luis Lopez defeats Joet Gonzalez.
Highlights:
-Luis Lopez outpoints Joet Gonzalez in IBF featherweight title defence
-There are wins for Xander Zayas, Ruben Villa, Delante Johnson, Jamaine Ortiz, Julio Luna an Read Full Story >>> Pound-for-pound: Rankings could look different after Canelo Alvarez vs. Jermell Charlo
By Michael Rosenthal, Boxing Junkie, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
Super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez’s pay-per-view defense against Jermell Charlo on Saturday in Las Vegas might shake up Boxing Junkie’s pound-for-pound rankings.
And it might not.
The Top 15 list (plus five Honorable Mentions) will probably remain static if No. 7 Alvarez wins conv Read Full Story >>> Army woodpushers rule Gentri chess tourney
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
MANILA---National Master Carlo Magno Rosaupan reigned supreme in the blitz chess tournament over the weekend in General Trias City, Cavite which attracted 35 woodpushers.
Rosaupan, a member of the multi-titled Philippine Army Chess Team, bagged the P1,500 top prize of the 3 minutes plus 2 seconds Read Full Story >>> Gomez to fight for WBC Asia Silver bantamweight title
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
Gomez (L).
BANGKOK, Thailand -- Herlan "Niño Bonito" Gomez of Bacolod City will fight for the vacant World Boxing Council Asian Silver bantamweight title against Komagrich Nantapech of Thailand on September 28 at S Read Full Story >>> CATTERALL VS. LINARES ePRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
'El Gato' meets Venezuelan legend at M&S Bank Arena - live worldwide on DAZN
Super-Lightweight World Title challenger Jack Catterall defends his WBA Intercontinental Title against multi-weight World Champion Jo Read Full Story >>> RYAN TELLS MCCASKILL: KEEP THOSE BELTS WARM FOR ME
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
Briton aiming to unify at Welterweight in American debut on Saturday
Sandy Ryan has told Jessica McCaskill to ‘keep the belts warm’ as they meet in a Welterweight unification clash on Saturday night (September 23) at t Read Full Story >>> Valor Sports & Entertainment, Inc Unveils an Explosive Main Event for VBK2
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
Two of the Biggest Hitters in the Heavyweight Division, Mark “The Hand Of” Godbeer vs Lavar “Big” Johnson Headline at VBK2
JACKSONVILLE, FL (September 18, 2023) – Valor Bare Knuckle, the premier destin Read Full Story >>> Tyson Fury not interested in fighting “bum” Anthony Joshua
By Paul Magno, The Boxing Tribune, Tue, 19 Sep 2023
There are just a small handful of truly big fights left to make in the heavyweight division. One of them is still Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua.
Although Joshua has lost his three world titles and has been less than stellar for much of his run since 2018, going just 4-3 in his last seven bouts, h Read Full Story >>> CAMERON: I'M GOING IN THERE TO CAUSE DAMAGE
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 18 Sep 2023
'Il Capo' says she didn't receive recognition for beating Taylor
Chantelle Cameron has told Matchroom’s Flash Knockdown podcast that she will beat Katie Taylor even more convincingly when they rematch for the undisp Read Full Story >>> World's Greatest Promoter Don King Promises An Extravaganza Only in America 92 Celebration on Saturday, Nov. 4 at Casino Miami Jai Alai
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 18 Sep 2023
MIAMI, FL — The World’s Greatest Promoter, Don King, just celebrated his 92nd birthday, and while he’s been partying non-stop, he’s been working non-stop to put together another boxing card that is a night that fans will remem Read Full Story >>> Punchers From the Past: Godfrey Stevens Gonzalez
By Eric Armit, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 18 Sep 2023
GODFREY STEVENS GONZALEZ
Born 27 June 1938 Santiago, Chile
Died 20 August 2022 Canberra, Australia
Record: 82 fights, 69 wins (21 by KO/TKO), 10 losses 3 draws
First professional fight: 26 February 1960
Stevens Read Full Story >>> Tapales Fast-Tracks Vegas Training
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Mon, 18 Sep 2023
Marlon Tapales is training in Las Vegas as though his proposed super-bantamweight title unification showdown with Naoya Inoue in December is already a done deal.
“I’m doing light sparring,” Tapales said Saturday night (Sunday in Manila) from Sin City.
A vital meeting involving the chief Read Full Story >>> Zepeda too much for Gesta, wants Haney next
ABS-CBN News, Mon, 18 Sep 2023
Mercito Gesta fell short against Mexican William Zepeda, succumbing to a sixth-round stoppage during their lightweight clash at the Commerce Casino in Commerce, California on Sunday (Manila time).
Zepeda used superior fire power to dominate the veteran Filipino lightweight, who refused to back do Read Full Story >>> William Zepeda Hunting Belts At 135: “I’m Ready For Devin Haney”
3KingsBoxing.com, Mon, 18 Sep 2023
Lightweight contender William “Camaron” Zepeda (29-0, 25KO) is no longer knocking on the door of a world title shot; he is ready to kick it open by force. After obliterating veteran Mercito Gesta (34-4-3, 17KO), Team Zepeda called out unified champion Devin “The Dream” Haney (30-0, 15KO).
Read Full Story >>> WAR ON MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY! STILL UNDEFEATED KO ARTIST WILLIAM ZEPEDA STOPS MERCITO GESTA
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 17 Sep 2023
COMMERCE, CA (September 16, 2023): War broke out in front of a sold-out crowd of fans for Mexican Independence Day, as the still undefeated knockout artist William “El Camarón” Zepeda (29-0, 25 KOs) added another stoppa Read Full Story >>> Sensational turnout for the 14th edition of the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 17 Sep 2023
17 September 2023, Singapore – The Marina Bay Street Circuit welcomed 264,108 fans to the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2023 over the race weekend.
Despite the closure of the Bay Grandstand as part of the planned redevelopment of The Float at Marina Bay, which led to this y Read Full Story >>> William Zepeda Overwhelms, Stops Mercito Gesta In Sixth Round
By Jake Donovan, BoxingScene.com, Sun, 17 Sep 2023
William Zepeda provided cause for celebration on his nation’s biggest holiday.
The unbeaten contender overwhelmed former title challenger Mercito Gesta en route to a sixth-round stoppage atop a Mexican Independence Day-themed show. The 27-year-old southpaw from San Mateo Atenco, Mexico overwhel Read Full Story >>> William Zepeda demolishes Mercito Gesta in sixth round TKO: Full fight highlights and results
By Scott Christ, Bad Left Hook, Sun, 17 Sep 2023
William Zepeda was a buzzsaw tonight, totally overwhelming a brave but out-matched Mercito Gesta in their lightweight main event on DAZN.
Zepeda went to 29-0 (25 KO) with a one-sided TKO win, when Gesta’s corner called for the fight to be stopped at 1:31 of round six.
Zepeda, 27, was just re Read Full Story >>> Victor Morales scores decision against Edwin Palomares
By Parviz Iskenderov, Fightmag (AU), Sun, 17 Sep 2023
Victor Morales retained his WBA Intercontinental featherweight belt on Saturday, September 16, when he faced Edwin Palomares at The Commerce Casino & Hotel in Commerce, CA. The pair squared off in the co-feature on the card, headlined by William Zepeda vs Mercito Gesta. The event aired live stream o Read Full Story >>> Yokasta Valle retains unified titles by decision against Maria Micheo Santizo
By Parviz Iskenderov, Fightmag (AU), Sun, 17 Sep 2023
Unified WBO and IBF minimumweight champion Yokasta Valle made a successful defense of her belts against Maria Micheo Santizo on Saturday, September 16 at The Commerce Casino & Hotel in Commerce, CA. The pair battled it out on the card, topped by William Zepeda vs Mercito Gesta live stream on DAZN.
Read Full Story >>> Eric Priest Grinds Out Majority Decision Win Over Simon Madsen On Zepeda-Gesta Undercard
By Jake Donovan, BoxingScene.com, Sun, 17 Sep 2023
Eric Priest went the eight-round distance for the second straight fight.
A much stronger performance was offered this time around, as the unbeaten middleweight pounded out a majority decision win over Simon Madsen. An even score of 76-76 was overruled by cards of 80-72 and 79-73 for the 24-year-o Read Full Story >>> GM Joey will hold a 20-Board Simultaneous Chess Exhibition in Iligan City
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 17 Sep 2023
MANILA -- 13-time Philippine Open Champion Grandmaster Rogelio "Joey" Antonio Jr. will hold a 20-Board Simultaneous Chess Exhibition on Sunday, 7pm at Plaza Alemania Hotel in Iligan City.
The said event is organized by the City Sports LGU Iligan in celebrating the Diyandi Fiesta celebration.
GM Read Full Story >>> Mercito Gesta, “Camarón” Zepeda Ready for War on Mexico’s Independence Day
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 16 Sep 2023
Unbeaten hard-hitting Mexican William “El Camarón” Zepeda (28-0, 24 KO’s) and tough, experienced Cebuano Mercito “No Mercy” Gesta (34-3-3, 17 KO’s) looked strong and ready in Los Angeles, making weight fo Read Full Story >>> Luis Luis! Venado Lopez Decisions Joet Gonzalez to Retain Featherweight World Title
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 16 Sep 2023
Xander Zayas Stops Roberto Valenzuela Jr. in Co-Feature
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (Sept. 15, 2023) — Luis Alberto “El Venado” Lopez (29-2, 16 KOs) kicked off Mexican Independence Day Weekend by defending his IB Read Full Story >>> ZEPEDA VS GESTA FINAL WEIGHTS
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 16 Sep 2023
 Read Full Story >>> JOHN “SCRAPPY” RAMIREZ TO CO-HEADLINE ZURDO VS. SMITH JR. CARD WITH WBA SUPER FLYWEIGHT ELIMINATOR AGAINST RONAL BATISTA
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 16 Sep 2023
LIVE FROM THE CHELSEA AT THE COSMOPOLITAN OF LAS VEGAS AND EXCLUSIVELY BROADCAST ON DAZN
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA (September 15, 2023) - The always entertaining John “Scrappy” Ramirez (12-0, 8 KOs) will co-headline the Zurdo vs Read Full Story >>> Tiger Johnson and Melissa Odessa Parker in Action TONIGHT
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 16 Sep 2023
Johnson battles Ricardo Quiroz in Corpus Christi, Texas
Parker Takes on former world champion Erika Cruz Hernandez in Tijuana on DAZN
NEW YORK (September 15, 2023) - TONIGHT, two Split-T Management fighters will be Read Full Story >>> TICKETS ON SALE NOW AS PACHECO HEADLINES IN LA FOR THE FIRST TIME ON NOV 18 AT YOUTUBE THEATER AT HOLLYWOOD PARK
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 16 Sep 2023
Super-Middleweight star takes on Marcelo Coceres live worldwide on DAZN
Tickets are on sale now as Diego Pacheco, one of the hottest young fighters in the sport, will headline at home for the first time in his bl Read Full Story >>> Luis Alberto Lopez and William Zepeda Can’t Underestimate Gonzalez and Gesta
By Chris Carlson, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 15 Sep 2023
Lopez and Gonzalez during Thursday's weighin.
The main objective for this coming weekend when it comes to both favorites in the main events on DAZN and ESPN is “just win baby”. (RIP Al Davis) That doesn’ Read Full Story >>> Manny Pacquiao confirms boxing return after being ‘forced to fight’
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Fri, 15 Sep 2023
Manny Pacquiao will embark on a boxing return at 45 after stating he was forced to fight as a professional from the age of sixteen.
“Pac-Man” wanted to compete as an Olympian early in his career. However, his poverty-stricken family couldn’t wait for money to be made.
Therefore, Pacquiao Read Full Story >>> WBC congratulates UFC for awarding Alexa Grasso a beautiful unique cultural belt
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 15 Sep 2023
The WBC created the unique commemorative belts in 2017 as a way to present a gift from Mexico and boxing to the world by showcasing the beauty and ancient traditions of so many cultures of Mexico.
The creators of the UFC Read Full Story >>> ZEPEDA VS. GESTA FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 15 Sep 2023
COMMERCE, CA (September 14, 2023): As things heat up for Mexican Independence Day, William “El Camarón” Zepeda (28-0, 24 KOs) and Mercito “No Mercy” Gesta (34-3-3, 17 KOs) hosted a press conference ahead of Read Full Story >>> FIERRO VS. ZAMARRIPA – WEIGHTS AND RUNNING ORDER
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 15 Sep 2023
Fierro defends his WBO NABO Lightweight title on Friday night in Tijuana
LIVE ON DAZN FROM 5PM PT
4 x 3 mins Heavyweight contest
Federico Pacheco Jr. (262lbs) vs. Carlos Cardenas (224lbs)
(Los A Read Full Story >>> | 