PHILBOXING.COM WEEKEND ROUNDUP: News, Fallout, and the Long Shadow of Sydney
By NewsHub @ PhilBoxing , PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Welcome to your twice-weekly boxing briefing on PhilBoxing.com. As we enter the defining stretch of mid-year combat sports, the global landscape is shifting rapidly. From top-tier prospect consolidations to catastrophic l Read Full Story >>>Joe Hand Promotions Secures Commercial Rights for Errol Spence Jr. vs. Tim Tszyu Showdown
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Spence vs. Tszyu Live from Australia: Saturday, July 25 (U.S.) / Sunday, July 26 (AU)
PHILADELPHIA (July 20, 2026) - Joe Hand Promotions (JHP), the nation’s largest and most experienced distributor of premium li Read Full Story >>> Revealed: Fresh twist for Tszyu mega-card as Aussie star lands major world title chance
By Nick Walshaw , Fox Sports, Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Sometime before walking to the ring this Sunday afternoon, Liam Wilson will disappear into a quiet corner of his dressing room and speak with the old man.
“Dad,” the popular Queenslander will say to that late Kingaroy meat worker, and later panel beater who helped raise him, “we’ve got an Read Full Story >>> Grandy Twins Head to Tampa to Learn from Hall of Famers Antonio Tarver and Winky Wright Ahead of August 14 Homecoming Fight
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Undefeated Prospects Continue Their Development by Training with Two Boxing Legends Before Returning Home for BiYu Promotions' "Fights Under the Lights."
TAMPA, FL (July 20, 2026) – The Grandy Twins have spent mo Read Full Story >>> Matchroom Extends Brentwood Town Fc Partnership as Principle Partner for Next Five Years as Barry Hearn Obe Provides Significant Investment to Non-League Football Club
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 21 Jul 2026
Matchroom is delighted to announce today a new five-year partnership as Principal Partner for Brentwood Town FC with a significant investment for the Essex-based Non-League football club.
The renewed partnership reinforces the world’s leading sports promotion's continued commitment to the local Read Full Story >>> IBA Pro announces departure of Director Al Siesta
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 20 Jul 2026
LAUSANNE, 20 July 2026 — IBA Pro announces that Al Siesta has concluded his tenure as Director and no longer holds a position within the organisation, effective immediately.
IBA Pro thanks Mr Siesta for his contribution during his tenure and wishes him every success in his future endeavours.
Read Full Story >>> Suarez sends strong signal
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 20 Jul 2026
Charly Suarez delivered a threatening message to WBO/IBF superfeatherweight champion Emanuel Navarrete by halting Manuel Avila at 2:31 of the first round in their WBO International title fight in San Bernardino, Californi Read Full Story >>> THE CORNER SHIFT: Can Ronnie Shields Rebuild Errol Spence Jr. After the Derrick James Fallout?
By T. Chin-Te, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 20 Jul 2026
Ronnie Shields (L) and Errol Spence.
When Errol “The Truth” Spence Jr. steps into the ring at the Afterpay Arena in Sydney on July 26 to face Tim Tszyu, the boxing world will witness a sight it hasn't seen Read Full Story >>> Writing’s on the wall’: Spence torched over Tsyzu weight saga as demand sparks ‘goodbye’ fears
By James Cooney, Fox Sports, Mon, 20 Jul 2026
Errol Spence Jnr’s late push to move his blockbuster against Tim Tszyu to the full middleweight limit has raised more than a few eyebrows across the boxing world.
For some of the sport’s biggest pundits, it’s also the latest sign the American superstar may already have “one foot out the d Read Full Story >>> Yusniel Abrahante Shocks Undefeated Luis Coria in Dominant Performance Live on ProBox TV
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 19 Jul 2026
BiYu Promotions' Cuban Super Flyweight Hands Coria First Career Loss with Relentless Six-Round Masterclass
SAN BERNARDINO, CA (July 18, 2026) – Every so often, a fighter delivers the kind of performance that cha Read Full Story >>> Salamov stops Suarez as Borshchev beats Brito at historic IBA Bare Knuckle US debut
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 19 Jul 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — IBA Bare Knuckle successfully made its historic United States debut last night, staging a spectacular showcase at the James L. Knight Center in Downtown Miami.
The landmark event gathere Read Full Story >>> Charly Suarez's short work keeps him on trail of Navarrete, Lomachenko
By Lance Pugmire, BoxingScene.com, Sun, 19 Jul 2026
SAN BERNARDINO, California – Nearly 14 months out of the ring did nothing to calm Charly Suarez’s push to stand as a world champion, as he crushed Manuel Avila by first-round knockout Saturday.
Suarez, the WBO mandatory challenger to unified champion Emanuel Navarrete of Mexico, belted Avila Read Full Story >>> Errol Spence takes a swipe at Aussie boxing icon ahead of title fight with Tim Tszyu
By Sonny Cohen , Daily Mail (UK), Sun, 19 Jul 2026
American boxing superstar Erroll Spence has lit the touchpaper ahead of his world title with Tim Tszyu.
Spence touched down in Sydney on Thursday morning ahead as fight week starts for the pair and immediately took a swipe at Aussie boxing icon Jeff Fenech.
As the rivals get set to face off in Read Full Story >>> Pichay re-elected NCFP prexy, eyes more GMs
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 19 Jul 2026
Manila----The National Chess Federation of the Philippines (NCFP) eyes to strengthen it's program of producing more Grandmaster this year after Prospero "Butch" Arreza Pichay Jr. earned a fresh mandate as Chairman/President of th Read Full Story >>> Olympus Rising by TWC - Amateur MMA Fight on Saturday; live broadcast via Kalaro 3.0 Sports Super-app
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 19 Jul 2026
Get ready for a stacked fight card, 8 fights in total, this Saturday, July 25, as elite fighters bring explosive kicks and hard-hitting strikes in Olympus Rising by TWC happening starting 5:00 p.m. at W South event place in Alabang, Muntinlupa City.
The standout fight featured the 21 years old , Read Full Story >>> Suarez Obliterates Avila in One-Round Blitz to Capture WBO International Crown (Photos)
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 19 Jul 2026
SAN JOSE, CA -- The heat inside the Orange Show Events Center in San Bernardino, California was already a stifling 92°F, but Charly Suarez brought a devastating fire of his own.
In a performance defined by absolute urge Read Full Story >>> Spence vs Tszyu, The Biggest Crossroad Fight Of 2026!
By Ralph Rimpell, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 19 Jul 2026
On July 25, 2026, former unified (WBC/WBA/IBF) welterweight champion (147 lbs) Errol Spence Jr. (28-1, 22 KOs) makes his return to boxing after a three-year layoff against former WBO champion Tim Tszyu (27-3, 18 KOs) in Read Full Story >>> Suarez eye knockout in risky tuneup vs Avila
By Reynald I. Magallon, Tempo, Sun, 19 Jul 2026
Charly Suarez was well aware of the risks going into a super featherweight fight against Manuel Avila at the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, California on Sunday, July 19 (Manila time).
But the benefit of getting the rhythm, timing and sharpness of an actual fight to get himself ready for th Read Full Story >>> Cebuana Lhuillier-backed Blu Girls Power Past Host Peru, Finish World Cup Campaign on a High Note
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 19 Jul 2026
The Cebuana Lhuillier-backed Philippine Blu Girls closed out their WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Group Stage campaign on a high note, overpowering host nation and world No. 18 Peru, 8-0, in a dominant display of powe Read Full Story >>> Diego Pacheco and Immanuwel Aleem Tip Scales for Carson Showdown
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 18 Jul 2026
The weights are official, and the stage is set for a massive night of super middleweight action at the Dignity Health Sports Park. On Friday afternoon, undefeated hometown star Diego Pacheco and veteran challenger Imma Read Full Story >>> Weights From ‘Flores vs. Navarro’ and 'Suarez vs Avila' at NOS Events Center in San Bernardino, CA & Live on ProBoxTV
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 18 Jul 2026
Suarez (L) and Avila (R) pose during Friday's weighin.
Main Event:
Bryan Flores 140 lbs. vs. Jonathan Navarro 141.4 lbs.
Charly Suarez 129 lbs. vs. Manuel Avila 130.6 lbs.
Adelaida Maria Ruiz 114.6 lbs. vs. Gin Read Full Story >>> Tickets on Sale Now for Andy Ruiz Jr. vs. Damian Knyba at Prudential Center, Newark, NJ on Sept 4 – Live on TNT and DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 18 Jul 2026
Former unified Heavyweight ruler back in action – Mielnicki Jr. vs. Ammo Williams leads supporting cast
Tickets are on sale NOW as Andy Ruiz Jr. makes his long-awaited return to the ring against Damian Knyba on Read Full Story >>> Golden Boy Promotions and Vergil Ortiz Jr. Reach Settlement, Focus on Biggest Fights Ahead
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 18 Jul 2026
LOS ANGELES (July 17, 2026) — Golden Boy Promotions, Vergil Ortiz Jr., and Ortiz's manager, Rick Mirigian, announced today that they have reached an amicable settlement resolving all outstanding disputes. The agreement concludes the pending litigation and reaffirms the parties' shared commitment t Read Full Story >>> Cebuana Lhuillier-backed Blu Girls Pull Off Stunning Comeback Against World No 3 Puerto Rico, Split Doubleheader in Lima
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
The Philippine Blu Girls delivered one of the biggest upsets of the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Group Stage, rallying from three runs down in their final at-bat to defeat world No. 3 Puerto Rico, 5-4, Friday Read Full Story >>> "Pipino" Cuevas: 50 Years as Mexico's Youngest World Champion
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
On July 17, 1976—50 years ago—at the Calafia Bullring in Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico, 18-year-old José "Pipino" Cuevas became the youngest boxer in history to win the world welterweight championship. He knocked down t Read Full Story >>> IBA Secretary General & CEO, Chris Roberts OBE: Regulation is how IBA pave the way forward for Bare-Knuckle Boxing
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — As we look ahead to July 18, the eyes of the combat sports world will be on Miami for a historic milestone: the debut of IBA Bare Knuckle in the United States. Bare-knuckle boxing itself is not new Read Full Story >>> EVERY WORD FROM THE FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE FOR PACHECO VS. ALEEM IN CARSON, CALIFORNIA
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
Eddie Hearn
“Welcome everybody to Los Angeles, California, as the big nights keep on rolling on DAZN, you would have recently seen another huge announcement with the the welcoming of the PBC now too, to th Read Full Story >>> WBO Youth Champion Esteban Garson Signs Agreement with Tuto Zabala Jr.'s All Star Boxing, Inc.
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
MIAMI, Fla. — Rising undefeated boxing prospect and WBO Youth Champion Esteban Garson (13-0 7 KO’s) has officially signed a muti-year promotional agreement with All Star Boxing, Inc., led by renowned pro Read Full Story >>> Wheels and Waves 2026 at August 8 & 9 in Samal
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
THE Autocrat Events and Production will show the “Wheels and Waves 2026” on August 8 & 9 at the Peñaplata Freedom Park in the Island Garden City of Samal [IGaCoS].
“It is a carshow, motorshow, trike show and a sound off competition rolled into one,” said Isis Marie Lemana, CEO and lead o Read Full Story >>> FM Rico Salimbagat leads IIEE Chessmasters team in Bundesliga
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
FM Rico Salimbagat, a Filipino chess New York-based player known also to his famous Daycee attack not only in the board but also in kitchen with his flavory cooks, had led once again the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineer (IIEE) Chessmasters team in the 2026 Bundesliga tournament on July 17 Read Full Story >>> MCGIRT: WE HAVEN’T SCRATCHED THE SURFACE OF PACHECO’S TALENT
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
Buddy McGirt believes his new charge Diego Pacheco has yet to scratch the surface of the talent and skills at his disposal, as they begin their new partnership this Saturday at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California Read Full Story >>> Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame Announces Tickets Are Now on Sale & Special Guests Confirmed for 10th Annual Awards & Induction Weekend
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (July 16, 2026) — Tickets are now on sale and special guest confirmed for Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame (ACBHOF) 10th Annual Awards & Induction Weekend to be held Friday September 25th, Saturday September 26th, and Sunday September 27th, 2026 at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atl Read Full Story >>> Puma Half Marathon kicks off July 19
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
THE 21-kilometer race of the Puma Philippine Half Marathon Series 2026 – Davao Leg will kick off at 3 am, July 19, Sunday at the Azuela Cove in Lanang.
“The assembly time is 2 am with a finish line cut-off at four hours,” said race director Kenneth Sai of
The gun time in 10km is 3:40am w Read Full Story >>> Asian Youth Chess in China
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Jul 2026
Woman Candidate Master Nika Juris Nicolas finished in a tie for ninth place at the conclusion of rapid competition of the Girls Under-14 category of 28th Asian Youth Chess Championship in Shenzhen, China on Thursday.
The 13-year-old Nicolas, chess wizard from Pasig City, a Grade 9 student at Vict Read Full Story >>> NONSTOP ACTION ADDED TO ROACH VS. ZEPEDA WITH STACKED UNDERCARD
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Jul 2026
SATURDAY, AUG. 1 AT THE THEATER AT VIRGIN HOTELS LAS VEGAS AS THE MAIN EVENT OF THE FIGHT, LIVE ON TNT & truTV AND WORLDWIDE ON DAZN
Tickets on sale via AXS.com
LAS VEGAS (July 15, 2026) — With only weeks remaini Read Full Story >>> Heavyweight Dainier Pero Looks to Continue His Climb Against Aleem Whitfield Live on ESPN
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Undefeated WBA # 9-ranked Cuban heavyweight eyes statement victory on MVPW-05 in Orlando
ORLANDO, FL (July 15, 2026) – Undefeated heavyweight contender Dainier Pero (13-0, 10 KOs) has patiently climbed the rankings w Read Full Story >>> Ryan Garcia Set to Defend World Title Against Conor Benn in Paramount+ Global Bout at T-Mobile Arena on September 12 over Mexican Independence Day Weekend
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Jul 2026
The Biggest Welterweight Fight of 2026 from Zuffa Boxing and Ring Magazine Will be First-of-its-Kind on Paramount+
July 15, 2026 – Paramount+ and Zuffa Boxing announced today that Ryan Garcia (25-2, 20 KOs) will put Read Full Story >>> Fight Result: Yuga Ozaki Stops Jerry Francisco in Tokyo
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Undefeated Japanese sensation Yuga Ozaki successfully defended his regional standing with a dominant performance, stopping Filipino rival Jerry Francisco in the sixth round Wednesday at the historic Korakuen Hall.
With Read Full Story >>> Bruno Tarimo returns to Headline Dragon Fire Boxings next event; BOXINGMANIA August 8th in a WBA Championship clash with Junlun Zhao
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Tarim (L).
Tarimo (29-5-2, 8 KOs) soared into the super featherweight rankings after a string of upset victories over Aussie contenders Billy Dib, Joel Brunker, and Nathaniel May in 2019. Tarimo’s link-up with Read Full Story >>> Errol Spence makes a move that shows he is not confident for Tim Tszyu fight
By Niall Doran, Boxing News and Views, Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Errol Spence was once a heck of a welterweight fighter and champion back in the day but he has been away from boxing for ages ahead of his comeback.
Once a powerhouse at 147 pounds, he went from being a technically focused counter puncher in the amateurs to more a bulldozer merchant in the pros.
Read Full Story >>> Round 12 with Mauricio Sulaimán: The WBC Reaps Rewards in Uruguay
By Mauricio Sulaimán, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Greetings from the Southern Cone, where I am beginning a brief tour that will take me through Uruguay and Argentina. I was warmly welcomed by Sergio Márquez, president of CUBAP, and the legendary journalist Pedro Bologna, both Read Full Story >>> Risky proposition for Charly
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
So much is at stake when WBO No. 1 superfeatherweight Charly Suarez takes on dangerous Manuel Avila in a scheduled 10-round bout at the Orange Show Events Center in San Bernardino, California, on Saturday night (Sunday m Read Full Story >>> Michael Zerafa opponent revealed as August 12 tickets go on sale for Gold Coast blockbuster
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
The ‘bad boy’ of Australian boxing is back – and Michael Zerafa is ready to put the Middleweight division on notice when he makes his Matchroom Boxing against dangerous Venezuelan knockout artist Alejandro Ort Read Full Story >>> Cebuana Lhuillier-backed Blu Girls Stay in the Hunt Despite Opening Setback, Shift Focus to Japan Showdown
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
The Cebuana Lhuillier-backed Blu Girls opened their campaign in the WBSC Women's Softball World Cup Group Stage in Lima, Peru with a 5-8 loss to Venezuela on Wednesday, but the national team remains firmly focused on bouncing back as it continues its bid for a place in the WBSC Women's Softball Worl Read Full Story >>> BiYu Promotions' Yusniel Abrahante Ready to Shock Undefeated Luis Coria on ProBox TV This Saturday
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Cuban Super Flyweight Looks to Make a Statement Live from Orange Show Events Center in San Bernardino
HOUSTON, TX (July 14, 2026) – Every fighter waits for the opportunity to change the course of their career. For Yusni Read Full Story >>> Showdown in Tokyo: Jerry Francisco Challenges Undefeated Yuga Ozaki for WBO Asia Pacific Title Today
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Antipas native Jerry Francisco is set to face the biggest test of his career today, July 15, as he challenges Yuga Ozaki of Japan for the vacant WBO Asia Pacific Light Flyweight title.
The high-stakes 10-round cha Read Full Story >>> RUIZ JR. FACES KNYBA AT PRUDENTIAL CENTER, NEWARK, NJ ON SEPT 4 – LIVE ON TNT AND DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Former unified Heavyweight ruler back in action – Mielnicki Jr. vs. Ammo Williams leads supporting cast
Andy Ruiz Jr. makes his long-awaited return to the ring against Damian Knyba on Friday September 4 at the Prud Read Full Story >>> MATCHROOM AND DAZN LAUNCH PROJECT SERIES ON AUG 28
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
New series of events begins in association with Boxlab Promotions at Caribe Royale in Orlando with Corey Marksman facing Christian Barreto in the main event
Eddie Hearn and Matchroom and DAZN are delighted to announ Read Full Story >>> Tim Tszyu bullish ahead of Errol Spence fight
By Niall Doran, Boxing News and Views, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Tim Tszyu is more confident than ever ahead of next week’s big fight in boxing in Australia with Errol Spence Jr of Texas.
Australian Tszyu is quite right to be. Many things are all going for him and against that of Errol Spence.
All the pressure is piling up on Spence all the time as the br Read Full Story >>> Pinoy woodpushers confident in Asian Youth tilt in Shenzhen, China
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
The Philippine chess team is looking to perform well in the Asian Youth Chess Championships schedule July 15 to 25 in Shenzhen, China.
International Master Christian Gian Karlo Arca and Woman National Master Nika Juris Nicolas will see in action in the highly anticipated tournament is open to Ope Read Full Story >>> CARE conducts WASSAR training course for Junior Lifeguards in Digos
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Jul 2026
A TRAINING course for Water Safety Search and Rescue [WASSAR] for Junior Lifeguards is being conducted by CAREGROUP at the Provincial Capitol Olympic size swimming pool in Digos City.
“It started last July 11 and 12, and will continue July 18–19, 25–26, and August 1,” said George Garcia, Read Full Story >>> THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION 13 JULY 2026: Gassiev Stops Kadiru, Retains WBA Heavy Title; Suslenko Beats Joyce; Ataev Outpoints Uzcategui
By Eric Armit, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Jul 2026
HIGHLIGHTS:
-Murat Gassiev stops substitute Peter Kadiru in defence of the WBA heavyweight title
-Artem Suslenko beats Joey Joyce in the eleventh round to bring down the curtain on Joyce’s career
-Sharabutdin Atae Read Full Story >>> Two World Title Fights are added to AJ-Prenga undercard at 'The Comeback' in Jeddah
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Jul 2026
His Excellency Turki Alalshikh today announced the full undercard for "The Comeback", featuring two world title fights as Hamzah Sheeraz makes the first defence of his WBO World Super Middleweight Championship agains Read Full Story >>> Perez willing to have a trilogy with Eman
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Jul 2026
Rodelyn Perez.
NEWLY-CROWNED Philippine Boxing Federation [PBF] lightweight champion Rodelyn Perez of Zamboaga Sibugay is willing to have a trilogy with Eman “The Future” Bacosa-Pacquiao of Tagum City.
“I'm okay Read Full Story >>> MANILA ROARS BACK: THE REYES CUP AND PHILIPPINES OPEN POOL CHAMPIONSHIP RETURN FOR 2026
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Jul 2026
The World Nineball Tour, in partnership with Puyat Sports, is thrilled to confirm that both the Reyes Cup and the Philippines Open Pool Championship will make their highly anticipated return to Manila this October.
Bo Read Full Story >>> Jayr Raquinel Avenges Compatriots with First-Round Stoppage Over Kenbun Torres in Osaka
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Jul 2026
Filipino bantamweight Jayr Raquinel secured a decisive victory over Mexico’s Kenbun Torres on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at the Sangyo Shinko Center, avenging the recent losses of his high-profile countrymen.
Raquinel Read Full Story >>> IBA President Umar Kremlev backs Gassiev for heavyweight unification fights after IBA Pro 19 title defence
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Jul 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — The IBA PRO 19 boxing night took place at the VTB Arena in Moscow, headlined by the fight between WBA heavyweight world champion Murat Gassiev and Germany's Peter Kadiru.
Gassiev confiden Read Full Story >>> Chess Kings rules Pacquiao rapid chess team tournament
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Jul 2026
MANILA – Team Chess Kings, led by Cyrus Vladmir Francisco, ruled the Manny Pacquiao Chess Philippines 3x3 chess team tournament at the LICA Mall, 500 Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong City on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
Read Full Story >>> P1 million at stake in DC Trail Ultra
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Jul 2026
A TOTAL of ₱1 million worth is at stake in the DC Trail Ultra set on July 25-26 at the Baguio District in Calinan, Davao City.
"The top male and female finishers in the 50-kilometer will receive P40,000 each,” said City Sports Development Division head Mikey Aportadera.
The second will ge Read Full Story >>> Gabriel Santisima Retains WBO Asia-Pacific Title with First-Round Knockout Win
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Gabriel Santisima retained his WBO Asia-Pacific super bantamweight title in dramatic fashion, overwhelming Marsolo Pandian in the opening round. Pandian surged early but Santisima’s precise punches and dis Read Full Story >>> Sumabong wins OPBF, WBO Asia Pacific titles
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Jul 2026
CROWD-favorite Joseph “The Hunter” Sumabong outslugged Jheng Ciou of Taiwan to win both the Orient and Pacific Boxing Federation and WBO Asia Pacific minimumweight titles last Saturday, July 11 in Tagbilaran City.
T Read Full Story >>> Cebuana Lhuillier-backed Philippine Blu Girls Ready to Take on the World’s Best at WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup 2026
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Jul 2026
The Philippine Blu Girls are in the final phase of their preparations in Lima, Peru, as they gear up for the WBSC Women’s Softball World Cup 2026 Group Stage from July 14 to 18 at the Villa María del Triunfo Softball Read Full Story >>> Germo, Turno rule 34th Yakult 10-Miler Trilogy Davao
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Jul 2026
LOUIE Germo and Analyn Turno topped the 34th Yakult 10-Miler Trilogy Davao held today July 12 𝐚𝐭 the 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 in Matina, Davao City.
Germo clocked one hour, five minutes, 25 seconds to rule the men’s division in the 16- Read Full Story >>> 1st Grandmaster Eugene Torre Open Standard Chess Tournament
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Jul 2026
The Marikina City Park Chess Club Inc. (MCPCCI), in partnership with the Marikina High School Alumni Association – Samahan ng mga Nagtapos sa Mataas na Paaralan ng Marikina (MHSAA-SNMPM), the National Chess Federation of the Philippines (NCFP), BigMac, Pande Amerikana Marikina, and the GM Eugene T Read Full Story >>> Murat Gassiev retains WBA heavyweight title at the spectacular IBA Pro 19
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — IBA PRO 19 delivered an unforgettable, sold-out night of world-class boxing in Moscow at the VTB Arena, treating fans to an action-packed card featuring championship bouts, elite internati Read Full Story >>> Vicelles lands IBF world title shot against Simsri in Japan
By Dale Rosal, Cebu Daily News, Sun, 12 Jul 2026
CEBU CITY, Philippines — In a surprising development, world-rated Filipino light flyweight Mark “Rasta Mac” Vicelles has secured a shot at the International Boxing Federation (IBF) light flyweight world title against reigning champion Thanongsak Simsri of Thailand.
Vicelles announced the ti Read Full Story >>> Unbeaten John Michael Zulueta Headlines Highland Show July 25 in Thailand, LIVE on TrillerTV
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Jul 2026
 Read Full Story >>> Sumabong unifies WBO Asia-Pacific, OPBF titles
By Edri Aznar, Sun.Star Cebu, Sun, 12 Jul 2026
JOSEPH Sumabong unified the World Boxing Organization (WBO) Asia-Pacific and Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF) minimumweight belts after a unanimous decision win over Taiwanese Jheng Ciou in the main event of PMI Bohol Boxing Promotions' "Kumong Bol-anon XXV" on July 11, 2026 at the Holy Read Full Story >>> Raquinel, Torres Make Weight for Sunday Showdown in Japan
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Jul 2026
 Raquinel and Torres pose during Saturday's weighin in Osaka.
Filipino bantamweight Jay-r Raquinel of Highland Boxing Gym and Mexico's Kenbun Torres successfully made weight on Saturday ahead of their scheduled ei Read Full Story >>> Pacquiao, Briggs and Chisora share their views ahead of IBA PRO 19 in Moscow
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Jul 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — Three major names from the world of boxing added further attention to the IBA PRO 19 weigh-in ceremony in Moscow, as Manny Pacquiao, Shannon Briggs and Dereck Chisora attended the fin Read Full Story >>> LICA MALLS 500 SHAW TO HOST PACQUIAO CHESS TEAM TILT
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Jul 2026
The Manny Pacquiao Chess Philippines 3x3 Chess Team Tournament begins on July 12,2026.
The one-day rapid chess event is taking place at Lica Malls 500 Shaw on Shaw Boulevard in Mandaluyong City.
This exciting team event features a 1925 Average FIDE Rating format and is jointly organized by tou Read Full Story >>> Canelo vs Benavidez on Cinco De Mayo 2027? Maybe.
By Ralph Rimpell, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Jul 2026
WBA(Super)/WBO cruiserweight (200 lbs) and current WBA (Regular)/WBC light heavyweight (175 lbs) champion David “Mexican Monster” Benavidez (32-0, 26 KOs) burst onto the boxing scene to become the youngest super middl Read Full Story >>> IBA President Umar Kremlev drives global combat sports expansion with historic wrestling partnership with RAF
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Jul 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — President of the International Boxing Association (IBA), who also serves as Chairman of the Supervisory Board of the Russian Wrestling Federation, continues to reshape the landscape of global combat sports.
Read Full Story >>> July 14th Fight Card Featuring Hasim Rahman Moved to Tuesday, August 18th at ESL Ballpark in Rochester, New York
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Jul 2026
ROCHESTER, NY (JULY 10, 2026)--The July 14th fight card at ESL Ballpark in Rochester, New York featuring former two-time heavyweight champion, Hasim "The Rock" Rahman has been moved to Tuesday, August 18th at the same venue.
The date was moved due a problem with the prospective opponent.
With Read Full Story >>> Sem Japet Enano scores another Upset in Brisbane, Stops Tyler Blizzard in 7th
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Jul 2026
IBO Ocenia Featherweight champion Sem Japet Enano won an upset in Brisbane by stopping IBF Pan Pacific champ Tyler Blizzard in the 7th round. This marks his second win in Australia this year, after beating T Read Full Story >>> |
