“Pitbull” Cruz Battles Skilled Lamont Roach Next!
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
Super popular Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz, the fan-friendly Mexican action star, will defend his WBC interim title against the taller and fantastically skilled WBA Super Featherweight King Lamont Roach (25-1, 10 KOs).
Read Full Story >>>Eddie Hearn Warns: Dana White's Push to Amend Ali Act Could Hide Fighter Revenues and Undermine Boxer Protections
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
Dana White has openly declared that proposed amendments to the Muhammad Ali Act would usher in a new era in boxing—one led by him. But industry voices like Eddie Hearn are raising red flags, warning that White's v Read Full Story >>> SEBASTIAN "EL TRUENO" JUAREZ TRAINING CAMP NOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
"I’m locked in, and I plan to show everyone why I’m the future of the middleweight division.” Sebastian Juarez
LAS VEGAS, NV (October 9, 2025) – Red-hot middleweight prospect, Sebastian Juarez (9-0 Read Full Story >>> WBC No. 2 Cruiserweight Ryan Rozicki reinjured
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
Ring return delayed for Canadian, Oct. 25 show postponed
HAMILTON, Ontario, Canada (October 8, 2025) – Three Lions Promotions has postponed its October 25th boxing pro boxing event in Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada, due to headliner Ryan “The Bruiser” Rozicki (20-1-1, 19 KOs) reinjuring his ri Read Full Story >>> Joe Louis knocks out the goons from 'On the Waterfront'
By John Raspanti, MaxBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
The legendary Joe Louis was one of the greatest fighters who ever lived. He defended his heavyweight championship 25 times from 1937 to 1949, and won 66 of 69 fights with 52 knockouts.
A little-known fact is that Louis fought three heavyweight contenders who, after their careers had ended, c Read Full Story >>> DAVE ALLEN VS ARSLANBEK MAKHMUDOV SHEFFIELD PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
Dave Allen warned Arslanbek Makhmudov that Saturday night – in front of over 8,000 fans at Sheffield’s Utilita Arena, live worldwide on DAZN – is his “world title fight”.
The two heavyweights collide th Read Full Story >>> HANOI OPEN DAY TWO: CHUA, GORST, BIADO, SHAW AND DUONG CRUISE INTO LAST 64 IN HANOI
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
Defending champion Johann Chua continued his title defence with a crucial victory on day two, joining World No.1 Fedor Gorst, World Champion Carlo Biado, former Hanoi Open winner Jayson Shaw, and Vietnam’s own Duong Qu Read Full Story >>> BOSTAN AND FAWAZ TRADE VERBAL BLOWS IN SHEFFIELD CITY CENTRE FACE-OFF AHEAD OF TITLE REMATCH – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
A cool and composed Junaid Bostan warned confident rival Bilal Fawaz to “enjoy the moment” as the pair came face-to-face in Sheffield today.
There was no love lost between the two, who last January were locked to Read Full Story >>> Yoelvis Gomez Set to Face Unbeaten Antraveous Ingram in Title Clash on DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
Event Co-Promoted by Matchroom Boxing and Boxlab Promotions at Caribe Royale Resort
ORLANDO, FL (October 8, 2025) – Yoelvis “La Joya” Gomez (9-1, 7 KOs), from Havana, Cuba, now fighting out of Las Vegas, NV, ret Read Full Story >>> Dante Kirkman Set to Make Southern California Debut Against Power Puncher Wesley Vanderlinden on October 23 at Fight Club OC
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025
COSTA MESA, CA (October 9, 2025) – Undefeated middleweight prospect, Dante “The Inferno” Kirkman (5-0, 2 KOs), will step into the ring for his Southern California debut on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at The Hangar in Cost Read Full Story >>> 8th AQ Prime FIDE Standard Open chessfest slated
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025
Everything is set for the staging of the 8th AQ Prime FIDE Standard Open chess tournament slated on October 11 and 12 at the Robinsons Metro East in Pasig City.
Cash prizes will be given to the winners of the six round Swiss system competition backed up by AQ Prime Proprietor and President Atty. Read Full Story >>> A Filipino and an American Homecoming
By Emmanuel Rivera, RRT, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025
Every celebration begins with the lives that gave it weight and meaning. Family, friends, strangers, acquaintances, colleagues, revered mentors, and the rare editors we meet along the way all help make our narrative complet Read Full Story >>> Tragedy Strikes Again: Arturo Gatti Jr., Son of Boxing Legend, Found Dead at 17 in Mexico
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025
Arturo Gatti Jr.
The boxing world is in mourning following the shocking death of amateur boxer Arturo Gatti Jr., the 17-year-old son of late Hall of Famer Arturo "Thunder" Gatti. The young fighter was reportedly found Read Full Story >>> Golden State Making a Bid for NBA Title
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025
The Golden State Warriors are the last team to complete their preseason acquisitions, barely beating the deadline, but they made it count by getting the personnel they desired, hopefully to aid their bid for another ru Read Full Story >>> JOHANN CHUA LAUNCHES TITLE DEFENCE WITH DOMINANT START IN HANOI | 2025 HANOI OPEN POOL CHAMPIONSHIP
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025
Johann Chua.
Defending champion Johann Chua began his title defence in emphatic fashion, securing two commanding victories to advance to the Winners’ Qualification stage of the 2025 Hanoi Open Pool Championship.
Read Full Story >>> RED-HOT CUBAN MIDDLEWEIGHT YOENLI HERNANDEZ: “I’M READY WILLING AND ABSOLUTELY ABLE TO FACE THE BIG NAMES IN MY DIVISION.”
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025
HOLLYWOOD, FL. – October 8, 2025 – Rising Cuban middleweight star Yoenli Hernandez says he is ready for battle this Sunday, October 12, at Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood in Hollywood, Read Full Story >>> BOOTS ENNIS GOES HEAD-TO-HEAD WITH LIMA AHEAD OF 154LB DEBUT – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
Jaron Ennis went face-to-face with Uisma Lima in Philadelphia as he draws in on his Super Welterweight debut.
The Philly local sized up the dangerous Angolan (14-1, 10 KOs) with both fighters ready to headline Read Full Story >>> ALLEN AND MAKHMUDOV MEET FOR FIRST FACE-OFF IN SHEFFIELD AHEAD OF HUGE HEAVYWEIGHT SHOWDOWN – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
Dave Allen tonight sized up the mammoth task that awaits him this weekend as he stood toe-to-toe with rival Arslanbek Makhmudov for the first time.
The pair faced-off in Sheffield City Centre on Tuesday night to k Read Full Story >>> Amateur Boxer Tyrone Welch Dies After Match in Saginaw
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
Amateur boxer Tyrone Welch, 22, died early Sunday morning, October 5, after a boxing match on Saturday at the Gideon Boxing Club on Hancock Street in Saginaw, Michigan.
Welch left the fight in the second round after not feeling well and required immediate medical attention, which led to him being Read Full Story >>> AJ Lim Captures Fourth PCA Men’s Singles Title, Extends Dominance in Philippine Tennis
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
Alberto “AJ” Lim Jr. once again displayed his mastery on the court after overpowering top rival Jed Olivarez, 6-2, 6-1, 6-4, to capture his third consecutive and fourth overall PCA Men’s Singles Open crown during the prestigious PCA Tennis Championships held in Paco, Manila on Sunday, October Read Full Story >>> THRILLA IN MANILA GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY 18: JOE FRAZIER VS. GEORGE FOREMAN FIRST ENCOUNTER - THE SUNSHINE SHOWDOWN
By Maloney L. Samaco, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
After defeating Muhammad Ali by unanimous decision, Joe Frazier was awarded The Ring heavyweight title and became the lineal heavyweight champion of the world. After his knockout victory over Ron Stander, Ali tried to arr Read Full Story >>> 5th Zhengxing Cup Philippine Xiangqi Rapid Open tournament on October 12
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
The 5th Zhengxing Cup Philippine Xiangqi Rapid Open tournament gets underway on October 12 and 19, 2025 at the Eastern Athletic Association, Mezzanine, Cathay Mansions Building, Room M-103, 1407 Mayhaligue Street, Sta. Cruz, Manila.
Jointly organized by the Philippine Xiangqi Federation and the E Read Full Story >>> Joey Canoy back in training; preparing to face IBF champ Beaven Sibanda in February
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
THE ‘Baby Face’ Joey Canoy is now training back at the Sanman Boxing Gym in General Santos City.
After more than a month of rest due to the death of his child last September 8, Canoy is back hitting the bags.
In hi Read Full Story >>> RED OWL BOXING ANNOUNCES BROADCAST TEAM AND FULL FIGHT CARD FOR THIS FRIDAY NIGHT’S “BOXFEST XVI”
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
LIVE ON DAZN | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 | COMMERCE CASINO, LOS ANGELES
LOS ANGELES (October 7, 2025) — Red Owl Boxing has announced the broadcast team for Boxfest XVI, the latest installment of its acclaimed fight series, ta Read Full Story >>> Tyson Fury back in 2026?
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Tyson Fury plans to return to boxing in 2026, according to his promoter. Legendary British promoter Frank Warren says there is a strong possibility that former world champion Tyson Fury will return to the ring in 2026. He Read Full Story >>> Code red
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Melvin Jerusalem isn’t taking any chances in his third defense of the World Boxing Council (WBC) strawweight crown against South African Siyakholwa Kuse on 29 October at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
“I am looking at him as a serious threat,” Jerusalem told DAILY TRIBUNE in Pilipino during a Read Full Story >>> THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION 6 OCTOBER 2025: Cecilia Braekhaus Retires After Defeating Ema Kozin
By Eric Armit, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Cecilia Braekhaus celebrates after defeating Ema Kozin.
HIGHLIGHTS:
-The great Cecilia Braekhus end her career in style as she outpoints Ema Kozin to win the WBC and WBO super welterweight titles and announces Read Full Story >>> SAVE THE DATE: MATCHROOM BOXING ANNOUNCES MONTE-CARLO SHOWDOWN VI FOR SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
One of the most prestigious dates on the calendar has officially been confirmed as Matchroom Boxing look forward to returning to the Principality of Monaco for the Monte-Carlo Showdown VI on Saturday, December 6 - in partnership with Société des Bains de Mer and Casino de Monte-Carlo.
Streamed Read Full Story >>> Team Cebuana Lhuillier Finishes Strong in PCA Men’s Team Tennis Championship Finals
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Team Cebuana Lhuillier capped another impressive season with a finals finish at the 42nd PCA Men’s Team Tennis Championship, held on October 5, 2025, at the Philippine Columbian Association (PCA). The defending champions, who have long been recognized as one of the most consistent and dominant squ Read Full Story >>> Three Heavyweight Champs Were Ringside for the Thrilla Event
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Larry Holmes (L) sparring with Muhammad Ali (R).
From day one, public focus on the epic boxing match which went down in history as Thrilla in Manila had exclusively been on then reigning and defending world Read Full Story >>> Cutman Excellence Shines in Dubai: Denis Kolesnir and Jose Mohan Lead Groundbreaking Cutman Seminar
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
In a landmark event that underscored the critical role of cutmen in modern boxing, Middle East Boxing delivered a highly successful 2-day professional cutman certification seminar at the prestigious Donatello Hotel Read Full Story >>> BEN WHITTAKER JOINS MATCHROOM BOXING: LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT SENSATION SIGNS LONG-TERM DEAL AND WILL FIGHT ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Eddie Hearn is delighted to announce today the huge statement signing of one of the sport’s biggest stars as Ben Whittaker joins Matchroom Boxing on a long-term deal.
The Team GB 2020 Tokyo Games hero ha Read Full Story >>> What’s Gervonta “Tank” Davis' Next Move After Jake Paul Fight?
By Ralph Rimpell, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025
Last March 1, 2025, Gervonta “Tank” Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) defended his WBA lightweight (135 lbs) championship against Lamont Roach (25-1-2, 10 KOs), the WBA junior lightweight (130 lbs) champion, at Barclays Cente Read Full Story >>> Jino Rodrigo recovering from hospital after TKO loss to Cain Sandoval
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025
Jino Rodrigo, our prayers are with you. Keep on getting better!
For me, the brutal knockout suffered by Filipino boxer Jino Rodrigo at the hands of Mexican-American slugger Cain "Sugar" Sandoval was heartbre Read Full Story >>> Global Stars Set to Shine as 2025 Hanoi Open Pool Championship Breaks Off in Vietnam
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025
The 2025 Hanoi Open Pool Championship is ready to cue off tomorrow at the Vietnam National Sports Complex, bringing together the world’s best cue artists for six days of elite competition, electric atmosphere, and record-b Read Full Story >>> Riyadh Season and Matchroom announced partnership
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025
Matchroom Sport and Riyadh Season have formally announced a partnership to organize a series of major boxing events to be held in Saudi Arabia under a new hosting agreement with the country's General Entertainment Authority Read Full Story >>> IM Datu rules first leg of Daily Fantasy Chess Grand Prix
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025
International Master Idel Datu topped the first leg of the inaugural Daily Fantasy Chess Grand Prix Sunday night on lichess.org.
Datu opened the 7-round Swiss System event with six straight wins, highlighted by his methodical sixth round victory over Grand Master Darwin Laylo using the black piec Read Full Story >>> Pacman Jr. makes pro debut in U.S.
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Mon, 06 Oct 2025
Jimuel Pacquiao, the son of eight-division legend Manny Pacquiao, will make his professional debut on 29 November at the Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, California.
The opponent of the 24-year-old Pacquiao will be known soon, according to Sean Gibbons, who heads the Pacquiao-owned Manny Pacqu Read Full Story >>> Crawford Camp Demands $100 Million for Next Fight
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025
Weeks after his groundbreaking victory over Canelo Álvarez, Terence “Bud” Crawford’s camp has ignited fresh headlines—not with fight news, but with an eye-popping financial demand. According to his coach Bern Read Full Story >>> MATCHROOM SPORT ENTERS INTO PARTNERSHIP WITH RIYADH SEASON ACROSS MAJOR BOXING, DARTS AND SNOOKER EVENTS
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025
Matchroom Sport and Riyadh Season today announced a new groundbreaking collaboration that will cover a host of huge events across Matchroom Boxing, Professional Darts Corporation, and World Snooker.
The landmark Read Full Story >>> THRILLA IN MANILA GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY 17: JOE FRAZIER WINS WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP
By Maloney L. Samaco, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 05 Oct 2025
Joe Frazier fought WBA champion Jimmy Ellis on February 16, 1970 at the Madison Square Garden, New York City. Ellis defeated Jerry Quarry in the WBA elimination tournament for the right to win the title vacated Read Full Story >>> Manny Pacquiao Eyes Ring Return in January with Talks Advancing for a Hot Showdown Against WBA Champ Rolly Romero
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 05 Oct 2025
Pacquiao VS Romero very likely! If it happens this fight would deliver to fans a thrilling ride, pitting Pacquiao's renowned precision, experience and speed against Romero's youth and skills.
The Pacman did not win ag Read Full Story >>> Manny Pacquiao Announces His Likely Next Opponent: “We Are Close To A Deal”
By Kailem Lowe, SecondsOut.com, Sun, 05 Oct 2025
Manny Pacquiao has issued an important update on his return to the ring, just weeks after he made a sensational comeback to the sport.
The 46-year-old Filipino icon put an end to four years of inactivity in July when he faced reigning WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios at the MGM Grand Garde Read Full Story >>> Weights from Washington, PA
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 05 Oct 2025
Fights to be Televised Live on Sportsnet Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA (October 4, 2025)--Weights for Saturday night's fight card at The Hollywood Casino at the Meadows in Washington, PA.
Matt Conway 142.5 - RaulChiri Read Full Story >>> 2026 Ironman 70.3 is back in Davao
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 05 Oct 2025
DAVAO CITY – The much bigger and bolder 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 Davao is set on March 22 with a new bike course – the Davao-Bukidnon road.
It was launched October 3 at the Arcadia Event Center by Sunrise Events Inc., the exclusive licensee of IRONMAN in the Philippines.
“IRONMAN 70.3 Davao ha Read Full Story >>> Cebuana Lhuillier Sweeps Semis, Gears Up for PCA Men’s Team Tennis Finals
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 05 Oct 2025
The Cebuana Lhuillier Tennis Team has once again proven its consistency on the court, securing a spot in the finals of the 42nd Philippine Columbian Association (PCA) Men’s Team Tennis Championship after a commanding 3-0 victory over Team Elias in the semifinals.
Led by Unified Tennis Philippin Read Full Story >>> Kalimudan Festival games starts Oct. 9
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 05 Oct 2025
THE games in the Kalimudan Festival will start on October 9 with the opening of the 4th GDPA Basketball league at Sultan Kudarat Sports Center in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat.
It will be followed by lawn tennis on November 7 to 9.
The Kalimudan Festival Grand Opening is on November 19 while the clos Read Full Story >>> Manny Pacquiao return being eyed for January on Amazon Prime
By Lance Pugmire, BoxingScene.com, Sat, 04 Oct 2025
Manny Pacquiao’s return bout is targeted for January as a Premier Boxing Champions’ pay-per-view card on Amazon Prime, two officials familiar with the plans confirmed to BoxingScene on Friday.
While WBA welterweight titleholder Rolando “Rolly” Romero, 17-2 (13 KOs), remains the front-runn Read Full Story >>> Manny Pacquiao Pushed to January as Cruz vs Roach Takes December Slot
By Phil D. Jay, World Boxing News, Sat, 04 Oct 2025
The proposed clash between all-time legend Manny Pacquiao and the polarizing WBA Welterweight Champion Rolando’ Rolly’ Romero is now finalizing for January, WBN can report.
The final negotiations, first reported by WBN last week, are a pivotal factor that now pushes the contest to a date afte Read Full Story >>> The Filipino American Center at 100 Larkin: A Sanctuary of Story, Spirit, and Memory (Special Series 4 of 5)
By Emmanuel Rivera, RRT, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 04 Oct 2025
San Francisco has always been a city of interesting stories. At 100 Larkin Street — where the Main Library rises across from City Hall — you step into a place where those stories are not only stored, but stirred back to life. Read Full Story >>> THRILLA IN MANILA GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY 16: JOE FRAZIER’S FIGHTS IN THE MID TO LATE 1960’S
By Maloney L. Samaco, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 04 Oct 2025
In his second year as a professional fighter, Joe Frazier won a close split decision over Oscar Bonavena of Argentina in September 1966 at the Madison Square Garden, New York City. Bonavena floored him twice in the second r Read Full Story >>> Riyadh Season and Boxxer forms an alliance in the British boxing
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 04 Oct 2025
Riyadh Season is once again making a significant impact on global boxing after a sponsorship agreement with British company Boxxer was announced.
Boxxer previously had a television deal with SkySports but has now joine Read Full Story >>> High-risk, high-reward
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Sat, 04 Oct 2025
The dream lives on.
Manny Pacquiao is not letting go of becoming a world champion once again.
By the time he gets to fight again, he’d be 47.
Sean Gibbons, who heads the Pacquiao-owned MP Promotions, told DAILY TRIBUNE that if a deal is struck, the eight-division legend’s ring return wi Read Full Story >>> Manny Pacquiao's next fight delayed as target date for world title shot is revealed
By James Hicken, DAZN News, Sat, 04 Oct 2025
Manny Pacquiao’s ring return has been delayed after Isaac Cruz signed to face Lamont Roach Jr on December 6 in San Antonio.
World Boxing News has reported that Pacquiao is close to finalising a deal to challenge for the WBA welterweight title held by Rolando ‘Rolly’ Romero. But instead of Read Full Story >>> Thrilla’s lost treasures
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Fri, 03 Oct 2025
As the sports world celebrated the 50th year of the Thrilla in Manila, let me share with you a true story, something boxing fans are going to be left dumbfounded and crying in disbelief.
You see, many years ago during a visit to the then office of Games and Amusements Board (GAB) boxing division Read Full Story >>> Lorenzo Parra Vs Elijah Pierce and Jimuel Pacquiao Pro Debut Featured in Manny Pacquiao Promotions Nov. 29 Inaugural Event at Pechanga Resort Casino
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 03 Oct 2025
LOS ANGELES – Boxing icon and International Hall of Famer Manny Pacquiao today announced the U.S. debut of Manny Pacquiao Promotions, set for Saturday, November 29 at Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, Calif. The inau Read Full Story >>> Villar and Astuvilca Make Weight for Title Rematch at All Star Boxing: Seneca Fight Night
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 03 Oct 2025
NIAGARA FALLS, NY – The boxers are ready for action at the All Star Boxing "Seneca Fight Night," set for October 3rd at Seneca Niagara Falls, New York. The official weigh-in confirmed all televised fighters succes Read Full Story >>> Allan Villanueva vs. Jyl Wright Headlines Peter Maniatis Event in Melbourne Oct. 3
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
Allan Villanueva vs. Jyl Wright, a bout for Peter Maniatis Events, will take place on October 3rd at the Q Room in Melbourne, Australia. Both boxers weighed in at 66.00 kg today, October 2nd, in Melbourne.
Allan Read Full Story >>> BUSTAMANTE AND JONES NAMED CAPTAINS FOR REYES CUP 2025
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
A clash of legends – Bustamante leads Team Asia, Jones takes charge of Team Rest of the World.
Francisco ‘Django’ Bustamante and Jeremy Jones have been confirmed as the non-playing captains for the seco Read Full Story >>> Mike Tyson Joins BoltBetz as Strategic Investor and Promotional Partner to Usher in a New Era of Cashless Gaming
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 1, 2025 -- BoltBetz, a leading innovator in cashless gaming technology, today announced that legendary world champion and global icon Mike Tyson has joined the company as both a strategic investor and promotional partner. The partnership will coincide with the rollout of BoltBetz's Read Full Story >>> BOXING LEGEND MANNY PACQUIAO LAUNCHES “MANNY PACQUIAO PROMOTIONS” IN THE UNITED STATES
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
Historic Eight-Division World Champion Sets Sights on Dominating the Boxing Promotion World
LOS ANGELES — Boxing icon, international superstar, and eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao has officially announced the Read Full Story >>> BOOTS HUNTING THE BIG FISH AT 154LBS
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
Lima is the focus, but Ennis tells ‘Day in the Life’ he is casting his net for Ortiz Jr and more at his new weight
Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis is closing in on his debut at 154lbs in four weeks time as he takes on Uisma Lima Read Full Story >>> IBA Unveils Historic 2025 IBA Men’s Elite World Championships as Part of a Spectacular Two-Week ‘Festival of Boxing’ in Dubai with Unprecedented $8 Million Prize Pool
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
Dubai, UAE — The International Boxing Association (IBA) is proud to announce the 2025 IBA Men’s Elite World Championships, set for December 2 to December 13 at Dubai’s iconic National Tennis Stadium, headlining a blockbus Read Full Story >>> Final Bell for 2025 USA Boxing National Open Event National Open Event Concludes with 1,870 Registered Participants in Tulsa, Oklahoma
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (October 1, 2025) – USA Boxing concluded its third national event of the year, the 2025 National Open in Tulsa, Oklahoma, earlier this month, with an astounding 1,870 registered participants. Throughout the week, 632 bouts were conducted to crown 112 champions in the male a Read Full Story >>> THRILLA IN MANILA GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY 15: JOE FRAZIER’S PROFESSIONAL CAREER
By Maloney L. Samaco, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
After Joe Frazier won the lone American gold medal in the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, he turned professional. He was helped by his trainer Yancey “Yank” Durham and acted as his manager until Durham’s death in August 19 Read Full Story >>> 'A walk through hell': 50 years ago, Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier fought to the brink at 'The Thrilla in Manila'
By Ben Fowlkes , Yahoo! Sports, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
Muhammad Ali was just barely into his forties and still pretty freshly retired for good. He was having dinner one evening with a writer who couldn’t help but notice the way the chicken leg trembled in his hand, resisting his attempts to bring it to his mouth.
“I don’t know what’s wrong wi Read Full Story >>> Pacquiao confirms WBN report, Final Negotiations with Rolly Romero
By Phil D. Jay, World Boxing News, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao has confirmed he is in the ‘final stages of negotiations’ for the world title challenge, just as World Boxing News was first to report, for a sensational world title challenge against WBA Welterweight Champion Rolly Romero. His team told WBN the singular goal and the Read Full Story >>> ‘Thrilla In Manila’ Turns 50: Jerry Izenberg Reflects On Ali-Frazier III
By Nate Marrero, The Ring, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
The boxing world stood still on Oct. 1, 1975.
That was the day Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier closed the book on one of boxing’s greatest rivalries in fitting fashion in “The Thrilla in Manila.” The all-time great heavyweights went to hell and back at Araneta Coliseum in the Philippines, ligh Read Full Story >>> World Boxing relocates Congress 2025 to Rome
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 02 Oct 2025
World Boxing’s forthcoming Congress has been relocated to Rome in Italy.
It follows discussions between World Boxing and the Boxing Federation of India (BFI) who reached a mutual decision to relocate the Congress, which will now be held in Rome, Italy, on November 23, 2025.
The Congress will Read Full Story >>> Round 12 with Mauricio Sulaiman: Behind the WBC Boxing Grand Prix
By Mauricio Sulaimán, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 01 Oct 2025
The Riyadh Season WBC Boxing Grand Prix has been a complete success, and the anticipation is growing, as the semifinal stage approaches, scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on October 19.
It all began Read Full Story >>> The Thrilla in Manila at 50: Ali, Frazier and the 'closest thing to dying' - interview
By Alex Winston, The Jerusalem Post, Wed, 01 Oct 2025
"It will be a killa and a thrilla and a chilla, when I get that gorilla in Manila."- Muhammad Ali
On October 1, 1975, two men stepped into a sweltering ring on the other side of the world and produced what has gone down as one of the greatest fights of all time. It was the third and final meeting Read Full Story >>> JOHANN CHUA BEGINS TITLE DEFENCE AGAINST IVICA PUTNIK AS DRAW CONFIRMED FOR 2025 HANOI OPEN POOL CHAMPIONSHIP
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 01 Oct 2025
The draw has been confirmed for the 2025 Hanoi Open Pool Championship, with reigning champion Johann Chua beginning his first Major title defence against Croatia’s Ivica Putnik in a blockbuster opening-round clash.
Chu Read Full Story >>> The Thrilla at 50: Remembering Ali and Frazier’s last dance
By Kieran Mulvaney, BoxingScene.com, Wed, 01 Oct 2025
Fifty years ago, on October 1, 1975, in a stifling hot arena in the Philippines, Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier stood across from each other in a boxing ring and prepared to do battle for the third and final time.
They had first met in the ring just four and a half years earlier, but theirs was al Read Full Story >>> CUBAN FUTURE CHAMPIONS YOENLI HERNANDEZ, ARMANDO MARTINEZ RABI & GUSTAVO TRUJILLO HEADLINE ‘FISTS OF FURY 8’
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 01 Oct 2025
ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12 AT SEMINOLE HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO HOLLYWOOD
Presented by Kris Lawrence and The Heavyweight Factory, FOF8 Will Also Feature Undefeated Heavyweight Lorenzo Medina in Special Attraction, Read Full Story >>> USA Boxing Finishes Canada Duel Undefeated
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 01 Oct 2025
Three United States Boxers Earn Wins in Duel Against Canada
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Sept. 29, 2025) – Team USA went undefeated with three international wins last weekend at the Melee Gala X in Winnipeg, Canada. The United States sent six boxers with much anticipation, but due to unforeseen cir Read Full Story >>> |
