Hermie Rivera: A Fil-Am Original By Emmanuel Rivera, RRT, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

Hermenegildo Ordoña Rivera was born on April 17, 1938, in Baguio City, Philippines. Growing up in the cool climes of the Mountain Province, amidst the clouds, he witnessed the fusion of Filipino and American cultures c Read Full Story >>>LIVERPOOL FIGHT NIGHT: OFFICIAL WEIGHTS AS BEN WHITTAKER TAKES ON BRAIAN SUAREZ – LIVE ON DAZN PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

Light Heavyweight rivals Ben Whittaker and Braian Suarez stood toe-to-toe for the final time before they get set to main event in Liverpool on Saturday night – live on the Global Home of Boxing, DAZN.
The undercar Read Full Story >>> Lerasan to fight for WBO Asian Pacific bantam title By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

ADRIAN “Wild Beast” Lerasan of Antipolo City will fight against Sento Ito of Japan for the vacant WBO Asian Pacific bantamweight title on April 19 at the Towa Pharmaceutical Ractab Dome in Kadoma.
The 27-year-old Le Read Full Story >>> Fuentes is now ready to fight in Juego Todo By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

MUAY THAI instructor Alton John Fuentes of Davao City is now ready to face Rex Cabudbud of Nueva Ecija in the “Sta. Lucia Barrio Brawls” on April 25 at the Entertainment Center in Sta. Lucia East Mall. Cainta, Riza Read Full Story >>> LIVERPOOL FIGHT WEEK: PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES IN FULL AS WHITTAKER GETS READY FOR TOUGH SUAREZ TEST – LIVE ON DAZN PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

Ben Whittaker says he is ready to "dust" dangerous Braian Suarez this Saturday and move forward to what will be a huge rest of the year for him.
The Light-Heavyweight sensation headlines at Liverpool's M&S Ban Read Full Story >>> Ancajas to fight as feather against Garcia on April 18 By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

FORMER IBF World super flyweight champion Jerwin “Pretty Boy” Ancajas of Panabo City will now fight as a featherweight against Ruben Antonio “Chino” Tostado of Mexico on April 18 at the Hipodromo Caliente in Are Read Full Story >>> MVP presents Delgado-Artiga by WBA superflyweight championship on June 13 in Orlando By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

Panamanian female superstar and WBA interim super flyweight world champion Nataly Delgado, 31 (20-7-2, 5 KOs), will face American regular champion Jasmine Artiga, 34 (15-0-1, 7 KOs), on June 13 at the Caribe Royale in Read Full Story >>> Risky business: Jerusalem faces tough African assignment By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Fri, 17 Apr 2026 Melvin Jerusalem and his team are relocating to South Africa almost three weeks before the 16 May fight against hometown bet Siyakholwa Kuse in Johannesburg.
The decision to get there early is in line with ultimate goal of returning to the Philippines with the World Boxing Council (WBC) strawweig Read Full Story >>> Mexican legend Miguel Canto passes away By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026
 Miguel Canto (L) with Don Jose Sulaiman.
Former Mexican world champion and International Boxing Hall of Famer Miguel Canto Solís passed away in the early hours of Thursday, April 16, in Mérida, Yucatán, M Read Full Story >>> King Lovick Monteadora to see action in 2026 Hainan Taekwondo Open By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026 King Lovick Monteadora is set to represent the Philippines in the upcoming 2026 Hainan Taekwondo Open, slated for May 1-5, 2026 in Sanya, Hainan, China.
The nine-year-old standout from Silang, Cavite expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to compete in the prestigious International tournamen Read Full Story >>> Quiñonero suffers injury, cancels debut in Juego Todo By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026 VETERAN MMA playing coach Jenery Quiñonero of Davao City got injured while training for his fight against Pampanga’s Jordan Cruz in the “Sta. Lucia Barrio Brawls” on April 25 at the Entertainment Center in Sta. Lucia East Mall. Cainta, Rizal.
The 47-year-old Quiñonero was supposed to make Read Full Story >>> Round 12 with Mauricio Sulaiman: A Great Night of Boxing in Japan By Mauricio Sulaimán, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

I am writing to you from Japan, after spending some incredible days witnessing a truly marvelous event. The magic of boxing shone with renewed intensity here—a land that breathes discipline, honor, and a deep-roo Read Full Story >>> FOSTER DEFENDS WORLD SUPER-FEATHERWEIGHT TITLE AGAINST FORD IN HOUSTON ON MAY 30 PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

WBC king puts crown on the line at Fertitta Center as ‘Savage’ looks to become two-time World ruler
O’Shaquie Foster will defend his WBC World Super-Featherweight title against Raymond Ford at the Fertitta Center Read Full Story >>> Tickets ON SALE NOW for Keyshawn Davis-Nahir Albright II at Norfolk’s Scope Arena PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026 Tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster.com
NORFOLK, Va. (April 16, 2026) — Tickets for the 12-round super lightweight rematch between Keyshawn Davis and Nahir Albright — Saturday, May 16, at Norfolk’s Scope Arena — are on sale now.
In the 10-round welterweight co-feature, former wor Read Full Story >>> Nothing But Sportz and Ronald Johnson’s Dream Team Foundation to Donate 500 Tickets to Miami Youth for Historic May 2 Fight Night PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

Merging World-Class Boxing, Community Impact, and Opportunity on One Historic Night
MIAMI, FL — May 2026 — In a powerful commitment to community impact and youth empowerment, Nothing But Sportz, alongside Read Full Story >>> CHARLIE SHEEHY PENS PROMOTIONAL PACT WITH MATCHROOM PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 17 Apr 2026

Unbeaten Lightweight talent ready to step up after teaming up with Eddie Hearn
Charlie Sheehy has signed a long-term promotional deal with Eddie Hearn and Matchroom.
Sheehy moved to 12-0 in November w Read Full Story >>> BEN WHITTAKER OPENS UP ON HIS AMERICAN DREAM, CALL-OUTS AND HEADLINING IN 'SPECIAL CITY' LIVERPOOL THIS SATURDAY – LIVE ON DAZN PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Apr 2026

Ben Whittaker is ready to face his toughest test to date when he headlines at Liverpool’s M&S Bank Arena this Saturday against Argentina’s dangerous Braian Suarez – live on DAZN.
The Team GB Olympics hero w Read Full Story >>> IBA partners with Global Boxing Series for landmark fight night in Navi Mumbai PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Apr 2026 Lausanne, Switzerland — The International Boxing Association (IBA) has officially announced its continued partnership with the Global Boxing Series (GBS), as Asia’s premier professional boxing championship returns on April 26 at Nexus Seawoods, Navi Mumbai.
The highly anticipated event marks Read Full Story >>> IM Arca finishes 2nd in Thailand Blitz By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Apr 2026 International Master Christian Gian Karlo Arca settled for the runner-up honors in the 23rd Bangkok Chess Club Open 2026 Blitz Final held at the Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa Hua Hin, Thailand on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Arca collected eleven points on ten wins, two draws and three losses in th Read Full Story >>> Cebuano "Money Punch" Elmo Traya Heading to Georgia for WBF World Title Shot! By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Apr 2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Mandaue City’s own Elmo "Money Punch" Traya (16-6, 11 KOs) is fired up and ready for war. Our Cebuano warrior flies to Tbilisi, Georgia, in Eastern Europe, to battle hometown boxer Givi T Read Full Story >>> Unfinished Business: Keyshawn Davis-Nahir Albright Super Lightweight Rematch Set for May 16 at Norfolk’s Scope Arena LIVE on DAZN PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Apr 2026

Former world champion Brian Norman Jr. returns against Josh Wagner in welterweight co-feature
Kelvin Davis and Keon Davis to appear in separate undercard fights
Tickets on sale Thursday, April 16, at 10 a.m. ET via Read Full Story >>> Rhaki Constantino bags Asian HeyBall Championship By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 16 Apr 2026

Rhaki Roj Constantino claimed the title at the 2026 Asian HeyBall Championship after defeating Amee Kamani of India with a score of 6-3 in the finals held in Selangor, Malaysia.
She dominated the enti Read Full Story >>> GARNICA VS. CORREA SET FOR WBC CONTINENTAL AMERICAS TITLE CLASH IN LONG BEACH MAY 15 PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Apr 2026

Long Beach, California — A high-stakes Northern California rivalry will take center stage on May 15, 2026, as undefeated Oakland native Anthony Garnica faces San Jose’s seasoned contender Eros Correa for the WBC Cont Read Full Story >>> IBA Board of Directors convenes for strategic April 2026 meeting PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Apr 2026 Lausanne, Switzerland – 14 April 2026 – The International Boxing Association (IBA) Board of Directors convened today via Zoom for its scheduled meeting, addressing key governance, regulatory, and development matters critical in enhancing the future of international boxing.
Secretary General & Read Full Story >>> Fajardo makes Argentina cry By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Wed, 15 Apr 2026 Miel Fajardo’s road to becoming mandatory challenger was littered with landmines.
The Filipino knockout artist, fresh from crushing hometown hero Tobias Reyes in just 65 seconds in their International Boxing Federation (IBF) flyweight title eliminator in Galvez, Argentina, encountered a myriad Read Full Story >>> Cadalso to turn pro in Juego Todo By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Apr 2026

PHYSICAL Education teacher Lee Yuri “The Grappler” Cadalso of Mabalacat, Pampanga will make his debut as a professional juego todo on April 25 in the main event of the “Sta. Lucia Barrio Brawls” on at the En Read Full Story >>> 2-Time World Champion Shawn Porter Confirmed for Ninth Annual Box Fan Expo, During Cinco De Mayo Weekend, Saturday May 2 in Las Vegas PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Apr 2026 Box Fan Expo – the Largest Boxing Fan Event held in the U.S – the Ultimate Boxing Fan Experience
Tickets On-Sale Now at EventBrite
Las Vegas (April 14, 2026) – Two-time world champion Shawn Porter confirmed that he will appear at the Ninth Annual Box Fan Expo on Saturday May 2, 2026 at the Read Full Story >>> Former Coach of De La Salle University Taft-Manila finishes third place in Beijing Blitz Grand Prix By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 15 Apr 2026 Beijing, China based Giovanni "Jojo" Dy finished in third place at the just concluded Beijing Blitz Grand Prix in Beijing, China last April 12, 2026.
"Thankfully, my reflexes are still sharp, keeping me competitive against much younger opponents," said Coach Dy, a former chess coach of De La Sall Read Full Story >>> "When one goes to war we all go to war!" – Owen Corrigan challenges Mad Dog Micah Rivetti for Light Heavyweight title May 29 in Perth – Thunderdome 54 PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Apr 2026

May 29th, Dragon Fire Boxing hits the Metro City Arena for the second time this year for the 54th edition of the iconic Thunderdome series with a stacked card.
One of the main events features undefeated Owen “Bomber” Read Full Story >>> Crocs FC wins 3 titles in Football sa Bayan By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Apr 2026 CROCS Football Club won three divisions to dominate the Football Sa Bayan Youth Tournament held April 11-12 at the Tionco football grounds in Quimpo Boulevard, Davao City.
The Crocs ruled the Under 10, U13 and U14 divisions.
They also finished first runner-up in the U11, U12 and U15 divisions Read Full Story >>> Chess Kings Ready to Battle in Pacquiao 3x3 Chess Team Tournament at Lica Malls 500 Shaw By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Apr 2026 Two teams fielded by sportsman CK Ingles are all set to compete in the Manny Pacquiao Chess Philippines 3x3 (Tatluhan) Chess Team Tournament on April 19, 2026, at Lica Malls 500 Shaw along Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong City.
His entries are Team 1 – Chess Kings, composed of National Master Darry Read Full Story >>> Manguyab to debut in RFL By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Apr 2026 SHERIE Mae Manguyab of Bislig City is making a debut in the Reality Fighting League [RFL] 4 on April 18 at the Crossing Bayabas Toril Gym in Davao City.
The 19-year-old Manguyab, who studies at Andres Soriano College, will fight against Rhea Mariche Ortiz of Montevista in kickboxing under 52-kilo Read Full Story >>> Simsri Crushes Mendoza, Retains IBF 108-lbs Title; Could A Filipino Challenger Fight Simsri Next? (Analysis) By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Apr 2026

Thailand’s Thanongsak Simsri retained his IBF Light Flyweight World Title with a brutal second-round knockout of Mexican challenger Sergio "Yoreme" Mendoza Monday, April 13, at the Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan.
The Read Full Story >>> Manny Pacquiao and Jas Mathur via Manny Pacquiao Promotions Announce Nine-Figure Team Boxing League Partnership, Launching Manny Pacquiao’s San Diego TJ’s Franchise PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Apr 2026

LAS VEGAS, NV (April 13, 2026) — Manny Pacquiao Promotions (MPP) today announced the official signing of a landmark partnership with Team Boxing League (TBL), solidifying Manny Pacquiao’s transition from global boxing i Read Full Story >>> Pabular loses by a split decision By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Apr 2026 MINIMUMWEIGHT Kurt John "Baby Boy" Pabular lost by a split decision to Japan’s Takero Kitano last Monday night, April 13 at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo.
The scores were 74-78, 75-77 and 77-75.
It was the second loss suffered by the 20-year-old Pabular against eight wins with six knockouts.
Kit Read Full Story >>> DFBC dominates in Invitational Doubles By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Apr 2026 THE Dubai Filipino Bowling Club [DFBC] dominated the DFBC Men’s Invitational Doubles event held April 12 at the Dubai International Bowling Centre in Dubai.
The pair of Hashim Guinomla [1012] and Zaki Guinomla [893] of DFBC Pintastic 4 combined for 1905.
Second was ADFBC Gen U with 1749 play Read Full Story >>> Santisima Faces Undefeated Grigoryan for IBF Asia Title in Russia PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Apr 2026

Former world title challenger Jeo Santisima is set to return to the international stage this Friday, April 17, when he faces rising Russian prospect Mikhail Grigoryan for the vacant IBF Asia Lightweight Title.
Read Full Story >>> Jenn Perella excited to be fighting in front of family & friends on ‘Rumble at the Rink II’ PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 14 Apr 2026
 Jenn Peralta (R).
May 16th in Quincy, MA
QUINCY, Mass. (April 13, 2026) – Former Endicott College varsity field hockey player, Jenn Perella, returns to the ring on May 16th for her sixth professional boxing m Read Full Story >>> Angel Barrientes Training Camp Notes PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Apr 2026

Barrientes Ready to Shine at Home in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, NV (April 13, 2026) – Las Vegas native Angel "AK-47" Barrientes (14-1, 9 KOs) is impending on a key moment in his young career as he prepares to face und Read Full Story >>> DFBC sweeps Dubai Filipino bowlfest By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Apr 2026 THE Dubai Filipino Bowling Club [DFBC] made a clean sweep in the Dubai Invitational Tournament held recently at the Dubai International Bowling Centre.
DFBC Pintastic 4 smashed a total score of 3381 to win a 4-game in the men’s division.
DFBC Pintastic 4 was powered by Hashim Guinomla [1012] Read Full Story >>> Middleweight Contender Vito Mielnicki Jr. Dominates Omar Huerta in Main Event at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City & Live on ProBoxTV PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Apr 2026

Catch The Replay of all the Action on ProBoxTV’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL
(April 11, 2026) Vito “White Magic” Mielnicki Jr. (23-1, 13 KOs) of Roseland, New Jersey, won a unanimous 10-round decision and successfully defen Read Full Story >>> Sergio Martinez returns with a victory at 51 By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Apr 2026

Former Argentine world champion Sergio "Maravilla" Martínez (57-3-2, 32 KOs), 51, defeated his compatriot Nicolás "El Picante" Ryske, 39, by unanimous decision in six rounds at the "Noche de Leyendas" (Night of L Read Full Story >>> Team USA Secures Three Gold Medals on Final Day of 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Apr 2026 USA Boxing High Performance Squad Closes Tournament with Eight Medals
HELSINKI, Finland. (April 12, 2026) – USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad earned three gold medals and one silver medal on Sunday, April 12, at the 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament in Helsinki, Finland. The United Sta Read Full Story >>> Rosales to fight Obedencio in RFL co-main event By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Apr 2026

UNDEFEATED Noel “The Black Panther” Rosales of Nabunturan, Davao de Oro will fight First Lee Obedencio in the Reality Fighting League [RFL] on April 18 at the Crossing Bayabas basketball court in Toril, Davao City Read Full Story >>> Quiñonero to fight Cadalso in Juego Todo Pro By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 13 Apr 2026

ARMY reservist Dennis ‘The Cannon” Quiñonero of M’lang, North Cotabato will fight Monsod Cadalso of Pampanga in the main event of the “Sta. Lucia Barrio Brawls” on April 25 at the Entertainment Center, Buil Read Full Story >>> Miel Fajardo Unleashes Thrilling Fury: Filipino Slugger Blasts Reyes in IBF Flyweight Eliminator in Argentina By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Apr 2026

In a breathtaking 65-second blitz, Filipino sensation Miel "The Silent Assassin" Fajardo (14-3-2, 12 KOs) annihilated highest world-ranked Argentinian Tobias Reyes (18-2-1, 16 KOs) to claim the IBF Flyweight World Read Full Story >>> IBA NOMAD 14 delivers spectacular night of combat sports in Almaty PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Apr 2026

Almaty, Kazakhstan – A historic night for combat sports concluded at the Almaty Arena as the inaugural IBA NOMAD 14 joint tournament captivated a capacity of 13,000 spectators.
The event, a strategic partnership between the I Read Full Story >>> Fajardo TKOs Reyes in IBF flyweight eliminator By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Apr 2026

MIEL “Silent Assassin” Fajardo of Agusan del Sur made sure that Tobias Jeremias Reyes of Argentina was only through to the first round.
The 26-year-old Fajardo knocked down Reyes four times for a tec Read Full Story >>> P450k in Mt. Apo Boulder Face Challenge By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Apr 2026 A TOTAL of P450,000 will be awarded in this year’s Mount Apo Boulder Face Challenge set on April 25 and 26 in Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur.
“The Open Elite will have a total of P180,000,” said race director Jong Mahinay.
The champion will win P70,000 while the first runner-up will get P50, Read Full Story >>> Tyson Fury gets a unanimous decision victory after 12 rounds against Arslanbek Makhmudov in England PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Apr 2026

MONTREAL, April 11, 2026 — Montreal’s Arslanbek Makhmudov (21-3, 19 KOs) suffered a unanimous decision loss (120-108, 120-108, 119-109) Saturday night at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in England against legendary British hea Read Full Story >>> 'The Take Over' Renden Oppas Scores Win in Australia By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Apr 2026

Filipino minimumweight Renden 'Take Over' Oppas (5-1, 4 KOs) traveled to Melbourne, Australia, and outclassed tough Aussie fighter Kha Lu (9-3, 4 KOs) in an exciting eight-round non-title bout, scoring a unanimous decis Read Full Story >>> CK Ingles: A Chess Player, Chess Team Manager - CHESS KINGS, Chess Tournament and Event Organizer By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 12 Apr 2026

Rooted in a legacy of public service and excellence, CK Ingles emerges as a compelling figure of intellect, versatility, and purpose. A descendant of the esteemed Ambassador Jose D. Ingles - the longest-serving Undersecretary of the Read Full Story >>> Hebert Conceicao Sousa Wins Perilous Unanimous Decision over Johan Gonzalez in Main Event of ProBoxTV from Prudential Center in Brick City PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Apr 2026

Francisco Daniel Veron Outpoints Raul Garcia via Unanimous 10-Round Decision in Entertaining Co-Feature
Catch The Replay of all the Action on ProBoxTV’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL
(April 10, 2026) – WBO #15-ranked Heb Read Full Story >>> ARGENTINE KO KING CHAVES FACES MADUENO IN LAS VEGAS PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Apr 2026

New signing continues path to World titles as co-main event to Miller-Pero on April 25
Alan Chaves will defend his WBO Latino Lightweight title against Miguel Madueno on Saturday April 25, at the BleauLive Theater a Read Full Story >>> Team USA Clinches Eight Medals At 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Apr 2026 Team USA’s Unbeaten Run Continues in Helsinki
HELSINKI, Finland. (April 10, 2026) – USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad carries its dominant start into day two at the 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament in Helsinki, Finland. The United States saw four boxers enter the ring on Friday and re Read Full Story >>> Weights From ‘Mielnicki vs. Huerta’ Event from Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City and Broadcast live on ProBoxTV PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Apr 2026

Main Event
WBC Continental, IBF USBA & WBO Global Middleweight Championships
Vito Mielnicki Jr. 159.6 lbs. vs. Omar Ulises Huerta 157.6 lbs.
WBA Intercontinental & USBA Super Welterweight Championships
Yan Mar Read Full Story >>> Boquiren to face Olmillo in RFL on April 18 By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Apr 2026

BANTAMWEIGHT Christian Jay Boquiren of Kidapawan City will face Mican “Child Prodigy” Olmillo of Panabo City in the Reality Fighting League [RFL] on April 18 at the RFL New Arena in Tahimik Drive, Matina, Davao City Read Full Story >>> USA Opens Strong at 2026 Gee Bee Tournament In Helsinki PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Apr 2026 Team USA Goes Undefeated on Day One
HELSINKI, Finland. (April 9, 2026) – USA Boxing’s Elite High Performance Squad is off to a red-hot start in Helsinki, Finland, for the 2026 Gee Bee Boxing Tournament. Team USA secured its first two medals of the tournament after Dustin Jimenez (65 kilograms Read Full Story >>> Filipino chess prodigy Nika Juris Nicolas eyes Woman International Master title By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 11 Apr 2026 Manila---Filipino chess prodigy Nika Juris Nicolas is set to compete in tournaments abroad to accomplish her bid to become the country's next Woman International Master (WIM).
Nicolas currently holds the title of Woman Candidate Master but aims to secure the WIM title.
She is set to compete in Read Full Story >>> Blazen Rocili "The Filipino Giant" Dominates in Statement Victory at "Rumble in the UNE," Improves to 10-0 PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Apr 2026

Union City, CA – April 9, 2026 — Undefeated middleweight sensation Blazen “The Filipino Giant” Rocili delivered a commanding performance, defeating seasoned veteran Cameron Krael by unanimous decision in front of a s Read Full Story >>> Oppas to face Lu on April 11 in Australia By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Apr 2026

RENDEN “Take Over” Oppas of Baguio City will face Australian minimumweight champion Kha Lu on April 11 at The Melbourne Pavilion Flemington in Australia.
The 25-year-old Oppas [4-1-0, 4KOs] scored a knockout again Read Full Story >>> Ilar, Infiesto to play in Guevarra Chess Cup By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Apr 2026 NATIONAL masters Keith Adriane Ilar and James Infiesto will also be joining the 14th Atty. Jong Guevarra Cup Mindanao Chess Challenge Open category on April 11 at the Atrium of Gaisano Mall in Toril.
“Ilar, who is from St. Joseph Academy of El Salvador is seeded no. 3 while Infiesto is ranked n Read Full Story >>> Pabular to face Kitano on April 13 at Korakuen Hall By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Apr 2026
 Pabular.
MINIMUMWEIGHT Kurt John Pabular of Bansalan, Davao del Sur will fight Takero Kitano of Japan on April 13 at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo.
It will be Pabular’s first international fight.
“I'm okay with my traini Read Full Story >>> Five reasons why IBA NOMAD 14 in Almaty is worth watching PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Apr 2026

Lausanne, Switzerland , April 9 — IBA’s new partnership with Nomad Fighting will officially debut on April 11 at Almaty Arena, where IBA NOMAD 14 promises a card built on action, personality and high-stakes matchups. The Read Full Story >>> Antonio bounces back in Sydney International Open Chess Championship By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Apr 2026 Grandmaster Rogelio "Joey" Antonio Jr. bested Candidate Master Tony Zheng of Australia Thursday night, April 9,2026 to bounce back on contention in the Sydney International Open Chess Championship at the Novotel Sydney West HQ in Sydney, Australia.
Playing black, Antonio prevailed in 47 moves o Read Full Story >>> Wise Owl Boxing Signs Rising Los Angeles Prospect Jahvad McDermott PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Apr 2026

Los Angeles, CA — Wise Owl Boxing proudly announces the signing of undefeated super welterweight prospect Jahvad McDermott, a towering and highly promising talent out of Los Angeles, California.
Standing at an imposin Read Full Story >>> Staying active is Magsayo’s priority By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Former WBC featherweight champion Mark Magsayo is now campaigning in the lightweight division and in no rush for a title shot. His priority is staying active to get ready for the opportunity to fight for another belt whe Read Full Story >>> Abu Bakar ready to rumble against Singh on April 11 By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Apr 2026

AIMAN Abu Bakar of Malaysia is now ready to fight Keisham Luckysun Singh of India for the vacant WBC Asian super featherweight title on April 11 at The Flash Grand Ballroom of the Elorde Sports Complex in Paranaque Cit Read Full Story >>> Atty. Aldwin Alegre is set to compete in the 23rd Bangkok Chess Club Open 2026 to be held at the Luxurious Sheraton Hua Hin Resort and Spa, Thailand from April 11-19, 2026. By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Apr 2026 "Chess has been my passion ever since I was a kid," said Atty. Aldwin Alegre, a former varsity chess player at Emilio Aguinaldo College Manila during his College days.
Atty. Alegre is a certified FIDE Master who is also the CEO/President of AQ Prime. He is also the Deputy Commissioner of t Read Full Story >>> WEIGH IN RESULTS IGLESIAS VS SILYAGIN - TOMORROW NIGHT IN MONTREAL! PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Apr 2026

MONTREAL, April 8, 2026 — The “Boogeyman” is back tomorrow night! Already the IBO super middleweight world champion, Osleys "El Tornado" Iglesias (14-0) will attempt to unify his title with the vacant IBF super Read Full Story >>> Kristian Prenga Headlines “Crossroads in Brick City” on June 6 in Newark PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Apr 2026

NEWARK, NEW JERSEY — April 8, 2026 — Rodney Rice’s RDR Promotions will stage its first show at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. as Albanian heavyweight Kristian Prenga headlines their “Crossroad Read Full Story >>> Macala, Silva, Lopez to play in 14th Atty. Jong Guevarra Cup By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Apr 2026 NATIONAL masters Macacuna “Aki” Macala, Winston Joseph Silva and Henry Roger Lopez will be seeing action the 14th Atty. Jong Guevarra Cup Mindanao Chess Challenge on April 11 at the Atrium of Gaisano Mall in Toril.
This was confirmed by Atty. Jong Guevarra, who will turn 60 on April 19.
Ma Read Full Story >>> Former World Champion Miguel Berchelt Confirmed for Ninth Annual Box Fan Expo, During Cinco De Mayo Weekend, Saturday May 2, in Las Vegas PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Apr 2026 Box Fan Expo – the Largest Boxing Fan Event held in the U.S – the Ultimate Boxing Fan Experience
Tickets On-Sale Now at EventBrite
Las Vegas (April 8, 2026) – Former World Champion Miguel Berchelt confirmed that he will appear at the Ninth Annual Box Fan Expo on Saturday May 2, 2026 at the Read Full Story >>> Sem Japet Enano Stuns Hometown Favorite Tyrell Adams to Claim IBO Oceania Featherweight Title PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Sydney, Australia — In a stunning upset, Sem Japet Enano shocked the hometown crowd by beating previously unbeaten Tyrell Adams to win the IBO Oceania featherweight title on Wednesday, April 8. The bout took pla Read Full Story >>> IBF lightweight eliminator tops IBA.PRO 17 card in Ufa PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Apr 2026

Lausanne, Switzerland - Ufa will host IBA.PRO 17 on April 25, headlined by a high-stakes lightweight eliminator that will determine the next mandatory challenger for the IBF world title.
Undefeated contenders Artur Subkh Read Full Story >>> |