Jon Jon Estrada

Jon Jon Estrada

The Wolverine

Featherweight, 126 lbs (57 kg)

Age :

34


Height :

165

cm


Stance :

Orthodox


Region :

San Andres, Quezon


Country :

Philippines


Record : PRO DEBUT


Record :

18

Wins

(

14

KO)

/

12

Loss

/

1

Draws

JonJon Estrada is surely the Philippines’ most popular and iconic fighter! 

The Wolverine JonJon Estrada is unleashed again this December, taking his superhero persona and hammer like fists to The Grand Ho Tram.

Estrada, known as "the Wolverine", has achieved cult status courtesy of his "don't die wondering" fighting style.

JonJon Estrada has perfected a low, stalking attack that has opponents constantly retreating, often to a violent demise. His record of 14 knockouts from his 15 wins paints a stark picture, as does his ominous bludgeoning of those that go toe to toe. The Wolverine had a blistering 2021, winning his last three bouts with stoppages that would get most men arrested ! And he carried that menace into 2022. And now it is Vietnam's turn !

Australian trainer Tony Del Vecchio sung the praises of JonJon Estrada recently :

" I love the pinoy style, they are always very physical, combative and exciting. They turn up to entertain, and to hurt. I have seen some big hitters in the Philippines, but I swear, this guy JonJon Estrada is the scariest puncher I have seen ! Man, the guy has a serious chin too, I saw him fight Suarez, and what can I say, I'm a big fan!"

The Wolverine is as complicated as he is simple. To defeat him, you need to avoid being knocked out. Sounds simple enough !

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IT'S UP, UP AND AWAY !!
June 5, 2022

IT'S UP, UP AND AWAY !!

The true to life, modern day action hero himself, THE WOLVERINE,  JonJon Estrada on the plane this morning and heading to Osaka.

Estrada won't be on holiday while he's there, he has the important job of preparing former world champ Tomoki Kameda (38 wins) for his upcoming bout with some torrid sparring sessions.

All we can say is, good luck Kameda, you're gunna need it!

HAVE GUNS WILL TRAVEL !
June 2, 2022

HAVE GUNS WILL TRAVEL !

Banging times ahead for some of the Elorde crew.

Gretel De Paz heads to Australia in June, then Lorenz Ladrada to Australia, Cris Ganoza and the Wolverine JonJon Estrada to Japan, and Jules Victoriano to Vietnam, all in July.

Ranny Quizo also meets Rodel Suganob in a local derby that same month.

DON'T FORGET we will have a big card for Manila on August 7th, where we are working to get the Philippines best Charly Suarez his first foreign opponent in the professional ranks.

Also very exciting news breaking late last night is the appearance at this show of the promising and unbeaten Jerald Into.

For those who aren't familiar with the name, you are sure to hear a lot more!

This is a boxer who has settled his first  4 fights with dramatic Knockouts !

BACONAJE AND ESTRADA SHARPEN TOOLS
May 26, 2022

BACONAJE AND ESTRADA SHARPEN TOOLS

Arnel Baconaje and JonJon Estrada will head to Japan to punch holes in former WBO world title holder Tomoki Kameda.

The Japanese fighter has been relatively quiet during the pandemic, but resumes on July 30 to take on quality Dominican William Encarcion.

Kameda boasts an impressive 38 and 3 record, and interestingly, his only loss in recent years was to the unbeaten Rey Vargas, the very same Mexican that is soon to face Mark Magsayo!

Opportunities to work with foreign fighters are always great ways to build skills, but one also has to spare a thought for the rugged Kameda. It surely will be no picnic trading leather with the Wolverine and the Silencer.

Double Trouble!

IT'S FIGHT DAY !!
May 14, 2022

IT'S FIGHT DAY !!

DOMINATION UKC is already underway, with many of Manila's best amateurs doing their thing before the professional card later today.

Ranny Quizo and the Wolverine JonJon Estrada are big fight fans when they aren't in the ring themselves, and arrived early to get a good seat.

If you are in Manila, make sure to get down to the Elorde Flash Grand Ballroom in Paranaque and catch all the action live. It will be a great day.

We will also stream the fights here later today.

VOTED PHILIPPINES #1 SCARIEST !!
March 20, 2022

VOTED PHILIPPINES #1 SCARIEST !!

What's next for this modern day action hero?

Who will be the next victim when the Wolverine goes beserk ??

Jonjon Estrada 15 WINS 14 KNOCKOUTS

"Nature made me a freak.

Man made me a weapon.

And God made it last too long".

IMPOSSIBLE !
March 12, 2022

IMPOSSIBLE !

Jonjon Estrada behind on the cards, and getting a boxing lesson from Mindanao's Jess Rhey Waminal,  scores two crushing knockdowns to win the fight.

Jess Rhey Waminal looked all class, and was picking Estrada apart.  He just needed to keep boxing to ensure victory.

Estrada now 15 wins 14 knockouts.

THE WOLVERINE !!!   WOW !!

THREE KINGS !!!
March 11, 2022

THREE KINGS !!!


Three of the very best fighters in the Philippines right now, hungry but still smiling!
Richard "the Beast "Pumicpic, Arnel "the Silencer" Baconaje, and the wild dog himself - JonJon "the Wolverine " Estrada are seated in wait for their turn on the scales.
BIG FIGHTS COMING TOMORROW !

ESTRADA LOOKS TO IMPOSE HIS WILL
March 3, 2022

ESTRADA LOOKS TO IMPOSE HIS WILL

Can the face of violent imposition look so impossibly handsome?

Jonjon Estrada plans to answer that question with an exclamation mark, when he takes on the hugely talented Jess Rhey Waminal, at TIGER 2O22 on Saturday March 12th.
Both fighters sit on 14 wins, both fighters are similarly ranked, but their modus operandi couldn't be any more different, and this makes it compelling viewing.

Mindanao boxer Waminal was a quality amateur, and he shows those beautiful technical touches as a pro.
The Wolverine has gained cult status because of his very neanderthal approach, he stalks his prey with a low and crouching style, and carries knockout power in both hands. He has morphed into one of the most feared boxers in the Philippines, courtesy of his 13 "put your lights out" stoppage victories.
BUT DON'T BE DECEIVED BY THE SMILE !
DOES "VIOLENCE" HAVE A FACE ?

JONJON ESTRADA v JESS RHEY WAMINAL
TIGER 2O22 Ultimate Knockout Challenge Paranaque, Manila
Saturday March 12th
WATCH IT LIVE AT: https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotion

CANADA TO BE THE NEXT JAMES BOND?
February 12, 2022

CANADA TO BE THE NEXT JAMES BOND?

Amongst a collection of quality fighters at next month's TIGER 2O22 , the resilient and versatile Pablito Canada Jr. stands tall.
A winner of 7 matches, what has defined his career so far are the resume of opponents he has encountered on his path. The conclusion to be drawn is, Pablito Canada is only chosen for the very most dangerous assignments that other agents ( I mean boxers!) feverishly avoid !

Canada's last win was in late 2019, against Jetro Pabustan, a winner of 30 bouts, and a former WBO world title challenger.
Since then, he has taken on the unbeaten Japanese Ryosuke Nishida in Japan.
Then came Philippines' best boxer, the unbeaten Charly Suarez, and at the heavier class of super featherweight!
And to top that off, he then locked horns with perhaps the Philippines most deadly in KO King JonJon Estrada ! THE WOLVERINE !! Ughhh!

Pablito Canada has fought many of the division's best both locally and overseas, and it is no great surprise that his next opponent is no lesser name!

PABLITO CANADA v RICHARD PUMICPIC

TIGER 2O22 Ultimate Knockout Challenge Paranaque, Manila
Saturday March 12th
WATCH IT HERE LIVE

TESORO BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER
February 10, 2022

TESORO BIGGER AND BETTER THAN EVER

Young, tall and stylish ! And then some! That's top prospect Jestine Ace Tesoro, a rangy 22 year old who has shown beautiful amateur touches in his five pro wins to date.
Last December, the game Tesoro dived into the very deep end of the pool, taking on the far more experienced and very lethal JonJon Estrada. In a cracking action bout, Tesoro worked a beautiful jab, and even gifted the Wolverine a new pair of "wobbly boots" for his efforts! So of course, we wanted to see more!
Jestine Ace Tesoro returns this March to take on an abundantly skilled "Pride of Palawan " Lorence Rosas. This will be a chess match for sure, as Rosas shoots from unconventional southpaw angles. At almost 5 feet and 9 inches, Tesoro has a significant reach advantage, but Rosas is superb at solving height puzzles. It is worth noting, Rosas gave top prospect Virgel Vitor headaches in their recent clash, despite the significant height and weight advantage of his opponent.
Equal measures of strategic warfare here!

JESTINE ACE TESORO v LORENCE ROSAS

TIGER 2O22 Ultimate Knockout Challenge
Paranaque, Manila
Saturday March 12th

"SCARIEST PUNCHER" SET FOR MARCH 12
January 28, 2022

"SCARIEST PUNCHER" SET FOR MARCH 12

JonJon Estrada is back to work, and has his sights firmly on his next big opponent, ultra gifted CDO boxer Jess Rhey Waminal. Estrada, known as "the Wolverine", has achieved cult status courtesy of his "don't die wondering" fighting style.

JonJon Estrada has perfected a low, stalking attack that has opponents constantly retreating, often to a violent demise. His record of 13 knockouts from his 14 wins paints a stark picture, as does his ominous recent form. The Wolverine had a blistering 2021, winning his last three bouts with stoppages that would get most men arrested !

Australian trainer Tony Del Vecchio also  sung the praises of JonJon Estrada recently :

" I love the pinoy style, they are always very physical, combative and exciting. They turn up to entertain, and to hurt. I have seen some big hitters in the Philippines, but I swear, this guy JonJon Estrada is the scariest puncher I have seen ! Man, the guy has a serious chin too, I saw him fight Suarez, and what can I say, I'm a big fan!"

JONJON ESTRADA v JESS RHEY WAMINAL

Featherweight    8 rounds

TIGER 2022 Ultimate Knockout Challenge

Paranaque, Manila

Saturday March 12

WATCH IT HERE LIVE !!

ESTRADA: A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE
January 15, 2022

ESTRADA: A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE

When it comes to violent stoppages, nobody does it better than the Wolverine!
14 wins 13 knockouts, and scored 3 spectacular stoppages in his 2021 "victim portfolio" ! Lights out Nighty night !
What does the powerpunching Estrada have planned for this year, and IS IT LEGAL! Prepare the bodybags!

TIGER 2022 Ultimate Knockout Challenge
Paranaque, Manila March 5th

JonJon Estrada v ?????
Stay tuned, full fight card coming soon !

WOLVERINE TO BE A "HOWLING" SUCCESS
January 8, 2022

WOLVERINE TO BE A "HOWLING" SUCCESS

WOLVERINE TO BE A "HOWLING" SUCCESS
Cult figure turned boxer JonJon Estrada created havoc in 2021, and has warned his legion of fans to expect no different any time soon.
Estrada scored three knockouts in his most recent outings, taking his tally to an incredible 13 in his 14 victories so far !
The Wolverine will be back in full blood thirsty glory at TIGER 2022 this coming March, and is promising that this will be a performance not to be missed!
Watch this space for more updates, full fight card coming soon!
TIGER 2022
ULTIMATE KNOCKOUT CHALLENGE
Paranaque, Manila
Saturday March 5th

WHO IS THE ULTIMATE TIGER OF ASIA ?
January 4, 2022

WHO IS THE ULTIMATE TIGER OF ASIA ?

The Ultimate Knockout Challenge presents:
TIGER 2022.  Featuring the Philippines best fighters including Charly Suarez, Jhun Ramonal, Carl "Wonder Boy" Martin, Richie Pumicpic, "the Wolverine" JonJon Estrada and much, much more!
Two WBA titles are up for grabs, and a Philippines title belt as well. Lots of great fighters, even greater match ups, and your chance to see real tigers up close!
TIGER 2022 Paranaque, Manila this March.
Fight card announcement coming soon!

Ultimate Knockout Challenge
December 2, 2021

Ultimate Knockout Challenge

Simply put, we think ULTIMATE KNOCKOUT CHALLENGE is going to be the biggest show of the year in the Philippines! 13 fights with some of the biggest names in the country coming together to show you what quality match ups looks like. To make the event even more entertaining, VSP Promotions will give away USD 1,000 to anyone that can correctly guess the outcome of each fight! It's FREE so make sure to try our VSP SUREPICK!

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Fight 1 Winner
July 29, 2023

Fight 1 Winner

Trần Tấn Quang Đạo có chiến thắng bằng tính điểm trước Nguyễn Khắc Dũng trong trận mở màn sự kiện Boxing chuyên nghiệp VSP Pro 6!

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Chàng nhân viên văn phòng sinh năm 1991, Quang Đạo tận dụng rõ lợi thế sải tay và tốc độ để làm chủ trận đấu.

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Phải sau hơn 1 phút đầu tiên Khắc Dũng mới có cú jab chất lượng trúng mặt đối thủ. Sự lỳ lợm của Khắc Dũng, và thể lực cũng có phần đi xuống của Quang Đạo khiến trận đấu biến thành màn cận chiến mà cả hai đều dính đòn từ đối phương.

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Kết quả: 39-37, 39-37, 40-36. Trần Tấn Quang Đạo thắng bằng tính điểm!

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FIGHTERS GET READY FOR VSP PRO WEIGH IN
July 28, 2023

FIGHTERS GET READY FOR VSP PRO WEIGH IN

All boxers made the weight! Now it's show time! Let's get behind your boxers and make some noise!

6PM at VSP Boxing Gym

5F, 145 Nguyen Du

🔥 Trận đấu đầu tiên mở màn cho sự kiện VSP PRO #6
July 28, 2023

🔥 Trận đấu đầu tiên mở màn cho sự kiện VSP PRO #6

Trận đấu đầu tiên mở màn cho sự kiện VSP PRO #6 diễn ra lúc 18:00 vào ngày 29/7/2023

Giữa Trần Tấn Quang Đạo  và Nguyễn Khắc Dũng

Ngay sau buổi cân kí, Chúng tôi đã phỏng vấn ngay võ sĩ Quang Đạo về việc anh đánh giá đối thủ kì này của anh như thế nào ?

"Tôi nghĩ đối thủ lần này của tôi là một đối thủ có sức mạnh trong mỗi đòn đánh và tôi đoán cũng sẽ là trận đấu khó khăn với tôi sắp tới, nhưng không vì vậy mà khiến tôi lo sợ đối thủ của mình. Cả tôi và anh ta đều đã có lời qua tiếng lại với nhau trên mạng xã hội trước đó và đã có xảy ra 1 chút va chạm trong buổi họp báo nhưng ban tổ chức đã can thiệp và không có điều đáng tiếc nào xảy ra. Tuy nhiên, tôi sẽ cố gắng cống hiến cho khán giả theo dõi trực tiếp một trận đấu mãn nhãn và trên tinh thần fairplay & respect".  

Với sở trường là tốc độ và tinh thần chiến đấu không khuất phục anh tin tưởng rằng mình sẽ là người chiến thắng vào trận đấu ngày 29/7

Nói một chút về võ sĩ Khắc Dũng anh đến từ Hà Nội tuy đã tập boxing được vài năm nhưng anh lại không có cơ hội thi đấu, vào tháng trước anh đã đối đầu với Minh Quân một võ sĩ giỏi nhưng rất tiếc vì anh không có thời gian để chuẩn bị tốt cho trận đấu đó.

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Đây là những dấu hiệu cho thấy. Trận đấu này dã rất nóng từ trước khi trận đấu xảy ra. Kết quả ra sao ? ai sẽ là người chiến thắng, sẽ được hai võ sĩ trả lời vào ngày 29/7 tại sự kiện VSP PRO 6.

VSP PRO 6 READY
July 28, 2023

VSP PRO 6 READY

Không chỉ là nắm đấm, các võ sĩ trẻ tại VSP Pro 6 tỏ ra vô cùng thích thú với "bài học khiêu khích" trên sàn Boxing chuyên nghiệp.

Boxing chuyên nghiệp là gì? Là nơi các võ sĩ kiếm tiền từ chính các trận đấu của mình? Chưa đủ, đó phải là những "show diễn" nơi mỗi cá nhân thể hiện không chỉ năng lực, mà còn là cá tính và sự thích thú khiến khán giả phải kéo đến sân theo dõi họ thi đấu. Đó là điều các võ sĩ góp mặt tại sự kiện Boxing chuyên nghiệp VSP Pro 6 được trải nghiệm với cảm giác thích thú và cả ngượng ngùng trước đám đông.

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BOXING IN HCMC SATURDAY JULY 29TH
July 28, 2023

BOXING IN HCMC SATURDAY JULY 29TH

Live from VSP Gym   Starts 6pm

147 Đ. Nguyễn Du, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

VSP PRO TOMORROW NIGHT IN HCMC
July 28, 2023

VSP PRO TOMORROW NIGHT IN HCMC

Không giống như Boxing nghiệp dư, nơi vận động viên được trả lương bởi những đội tuyển tỉnh, thành phố hay quốc gia mà họ đang đầu quân tập luyện, cùng với số tiền thưởng dựa trên thành tích thi đấu, các võ sĩ Boxing chuyên nghiệp giống như những người kinh doanh tự do, mà sản phẩm ở đây chính là các trận đấu và hình ảnh của họ.

Trong đó, vai trò của các nhà quảng bá (promoter) là rất quan trọng.

Các nhà quảng bá - hay chúng ta vẫn thường biết tới với tên gọi những "ông bầu" có nhiệm vụ mang về những hợp đồng cho võ sĩ. Hiện tại, trên thế giới các nhà quảng bá sẽ kiếm tiền theo 4 cách chính sau đây.

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- Tiền gửi võ sĩ thi đấu: các nhà quảng bá của võ sĩ sẽ kiếm tiền từ việc gửi các võ sĩ ra nước ngoài thi đấu. Lúc này, bên trả tiền là nhà quảng bá đối tác tổ chức sự kiện.

Thế nhưng, với thực tế ở thị trường Việt Nam, các võ sĩ đã có thể kiếm thu nhập từ 4 nguồn trên hay chưa? Liệu có trở ngại nào, từ chủ quan tới khách quan mà họ phải đối mặt để thực sự biến Boxing chuyên nghiệp thành một nghề nuôi sống bản thân hay không? Chúng ta sẽ cùng tìm hiểu với những kì tiếp theo trong tuyến đề tài về Boxing chuyên nghiệp của Webthethao.vn.

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Boxers in VSP PRO
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Boxers in VSP PRO

Boxing chuyên nghiệp đã không còn quá xa lạ với các khán giả Việt Nam trong những năm gần đây, với việc các đêm thi đấu dần xuất hiện nhiều hơn trong khoảng 2 năm trở lại đây.

Không chỉ còn là những cái tên sao số như Trương Đình Hoàng, Trần Văn Thảo... các võ sĩ phong trào, đội tuyển trẻ các địa phương đã có thêm những cơ hội thi đấu cọ xát với nhau. Cho tới hiện tại, sự khác biệt đã bắt đầu xuất hiện, Lê Tiến Đạt là một trong những cái tên thường xuyên thi đấu tại các sự kiện VSP Pro là những minh chứng rõ ràng nhất cho nhận định này.

VSP Pro 5 đã là lần thứ tư Tiến Đạt thi đấu với bộ luật 4 hiệp của Boxing chuyên nghiệp. Thay vì các tình huống "đồng nhịp" với đối thủ trong từng pha tấn công, Tiến Đạt đã dần có đủ thể lực để thích nghi với việc kéo dài thời gian cho những pha giao tranh với đối thủ, giúp anh có được lợi thế then chốt để giành chiến thắng.

Dù VSP Pro mới trôi qua những sự kiện đầu tiên, các tay đấm quen thuộc của sàn đấu Boxing chuyên nghiệp này đã cho thấy sự thích nghi với từng thay đổi nhỏ, qua từng trận đấu để có được những chiến thắng thuyết phục hơn. Dĩ nhiên, con đường của họ cũng như các tay đấm xuất thân từ Boxing nghiệp dư vẫn còn rất dài, bởi trước mắt họ là các trận đấu 6, 8 hiệp và thậm chí là các trận tranh đai kéo dài 10, 12 hiệp.

Việc xuất hiện tại những sàn đấu như VSP Pro đưa dàn võ sĩ trẻ của Việt Nam có một cái nhìn rõ ràng, tích lũy được những kinh nghiệm cụ thể hơn với bộ luật thi đấu nhà nghề. Cơ sở vững chắc để có thể phát triển sự nghiệp trong tương lai.

#Webthethao #Boxing #LuatBoxing

MARK JOHN YAP -  FULL FIGHT (VIETNAM)
July 25, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP -  FULL FIGHT (VIETNAM)

**Courtesy of Cocky Buffalo Promotions

Cagayan de Oro son Mark John Yap dominates before a third round stoppage over Bangladesh boxer Hasan Sikdar.

Elorde boxer Yap was originally scheduled to fight a high level opponent here at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino, but injuries and other fight card changes meant that featherweight Sikdar stepped up at short notice.

Great job by the Bangladesh boxer to survive early, but Yap's relaxed ring control had his rival constantly on the back foot and under a lot of pressure.

Watch for the change of gears in round three when Trainer Jetro Pabustan tells Yap to put the foot down on the accelerator and put an end to it.

ENJOY  !

https://youtu.be/cJvFDRfgDeQ

#cockybuffalopromotions #vbo #proboxing #vietnamboxing

WE'VE GOT A FIGHT IN YOKOHAMA JAPAN
July 24, 2023

WE'VE GOT A FIGHT IN YOKOHAMA JAPAN

Philippines Ronnie Baldonado just made weight for his Inoue Fulton undercard bout in Japan.

Ronnie Baldonado 53.3kg    16-4

Yoshiki Takei 53.9kg               6-0

Best of luck to both fighters.

BALDONADO IN JAPAN ON INOUE UNDERCARD
July 23, 2023

BALDONADO IN JAPAN ON INOUE UNDERCARD

Ronnie Baldonado and trainer Jetro Pabustan have touched down in Tokyo in advance of Tuesday night's mega clash between Naoya Inoue and Stephen Fulton.

Baldonado, who many remember for giving Wonder Boy Carl Jammes Martin a torrid battle, takes on unbeaten Yoshiki Takei (6-0)

Takei is a bona fide killer - all 6 wins have come by knockout, but Baldonado is a mad dog with plenty of firepower of his own.

The match will take place at Ariake Arena in "the Monster" Inoue's hometown of Yokohama.

"VSP PRO" VIETNAM COMING THIS SATURDAY
July 23, 2023

"VSP PRO" VIETNAM COMING THIS SATURDAY

Watch it here live !

Venue: VSP Gym 147 Đ. Nguyễn Du, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Saturday July 29th    Start : 6pm

BOXING IS A BEAUTIFUL ART FORM
July 22, 2023

BOXING IS A BEAUTIFUL ART FORM

Congratulations

to VSP PRO boxing girl Ngo Ngọc Linh Chi who just picked up Gold in the National Youth tournament.

Linh Chi won the 48kg category for 17-18 years, and despite it being a talent laden weight class, she showed some really good skills that complemented her signature high workrate style of boxing.

The Hanoi based fighter showed huge potential with her successful debut at VSP PRO in February,  and it appears the sky is the limit for Ngo Ngọc Linh Chi.

Pretty to watch !

#vsppromotions #vsppro #boxingvietnam #vspboxing

"VSP PRO"  HO CHI MINH CITY VIETNAM
July 22, 2023

"VSP PRO"  HO CHI MINH CITY VIETNAM

Bout 1 - Super Lightweight 63.5kg

Trần Tấn Quang Đạo v Nguyễn Khắc Dũng

Saturday July 29th   Starts 6pm

VSP BOXING GYM

147 Đ. Nguyễn Du, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

LAMPTEY SHOULD BEWARE "THE BEAST"
July 21, 2023

LAMPTEY SHOULD BEWARE "THE BEAST"

Philippines veteran champion Richard Pumicpic was tagged with the moniker "The Beast" from earliest days :

"a kind of savage supernatural figure, but mostly he symbolizes the violence that potentially exists in the heart of every human."

And that is during the war. Afterwards, Pumicpic is all smiles.

The well traveled Richard Pumicpic will meet the outstanding and unbeaten Alfred Lamptey from Ghana this Saturday night in Dubai.

With 12 wins with 8 knockouts, Lamptey is regarded as a real prodigy in African boxing at only 21 years of age.

But does he have the necessary experience and ring guile to dominate a boxer like Pumicpic?

I seriously doubt it, and this hot prospect from Ghana will need to be on full bore once they let the Beast out of his cage this Saturday night.

ARGIE TOQUERO FACES OFF
July 21, 2023

ARGIE TOQUERO FACES OFF

India's Faizan Anwar (15-0) weighed in over at 151lb just now.

The Philippines Argie Toquero (13 wins) jumps a weight class tomorrow and registered 148lb on the scales.

Anwar has a very impressive record, but is yet to fight someone the calibre of an "in form" Toquero, so there is the potential for an upset tomorrow night in Dubai.

The match wiill be held at Dubai Studio City.

PINOYS TURNED DESERT RAIDERS
July 20, 2023

PINOYS TURNED DESERT RAIDERS

If this isn't a quality team of killers, then I don't know what is !!

Hitting the hot sands of Dubai this Saturday are three of the Philippines most experienced and dangerous campaigners - Argie Toquero, Donnie Nietes and Richard Pumicpic  (flanked by team manager Raoul Navarrete)

Toquero and Pumicpic have been on the sidelines of late, but look in outstanding shape, and each take on unbeaten foreign fighters.

Donnie Nietes appears as the main undercard, and will battle Muhammad Waseem (12-2).

The big fights this Saturday night will take place at Dubai Studio City.

Big thanks go to our friend Mujtaba Kamal for setting this up - a big fan of pinoy boxing.

Best of luck champs !

IT'S OFFICIAL !!
July 19, 2023

IT'S OFFICIAL !!

BOXREC AND VBO ARE NOW A TEAM !!

The boxing world's iconic BOXREC is now the official record keeper for all Vietnam Boxing Organization's (VBO) events.

This is a fantastic news for the growth of the professional sport in Vietnam, and it also creates wider opportunities for boxers from around the world.

Events that have VBO regulatory approval will now be fully documented on BoxRec.

Vietnam's promoters and boxers - you can now start your engines  !!

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI READY TO MAKE WEIGHT
July 15, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI READY TO MAKE WEIGHT

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải is now  in Ho Tram and looks in great shape for today's weigh in.

Hai is pictured with Papua New Guinea fighter Junior Kauko Raka, who will also fight at the big international event tomorrow night in Vung Tau.

ELORDE BOYS HEADING TO DUBAI
July 19, 2023

ELORDE BOYS HEADING TO DUBAI

Two of the Philippines best performed boxers prior to the pandemic were Argie Toquero and Richard Pumicpic.

But both of these former world ranked boxers have been devoid of opportunities in recent times, and finally,  THE BOYS ARE BACK !

Toquero and Pumicpic are on the way to Dubai, fighting on a huge international card that also features pinoy champ Donnie Nietes.

Richard Pumicpic appears as the main undercard,  taking on unbeaten African fighter Alfred Lamptey (12-0)

Argie Toquero jumps a weight class, and is pitched against unbeaten Indian Faizan Anwar (15-0)

VSP Promotions can report that despite the enormity of their tasks, Toquero and Pumicpic are in great shape, and are very good chance to cause big upsets in Dubai.

IT'S TIME FOR "REDEMPTION !!!"
July 17, 2023

IT'S TIME FOR "REDEMPTION !!!"

Sunday July 30th  Killer card of fights.

Live from the Flash Grand Ballroom Parañaque.

#vspboxing #boxingvietnam #VSPPromotions #elorde #boxingphilippines

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI 12 SECONDS KNOCKOUT
July 17, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI 12 SECONDS KNOCKOUT

*story courtesy VN Express

It took former national boxing champion Nguyen Van Hai just 12 seconds to take down the on-form Abdul Motalib of Bangladesh at the international boxing event WBO Global Prelude.

Before the lightweight (61 kg) fight on Saturday night, Mottalib was in great form with five consecutive wins, including two victories by knockout. Hai, who has won the national championship for 14 consecutive times, also had five wins in six professional fights.

At the official weigh-in before the fight in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province that borders HCMC, Mottalib tried to provoke Hai by standing in front of him and blocking his view during the press conference. But Hai kept his composure.

There was not much to say about the fight as 12 seconds in, Hai threw a powerful and staggering right hook that immediately floored Motalib. The referee stopped the fight and gave a knockout win to Hai. This is his third knockout win after seven professional fights.

AFTER THE ECHOES OF BATTLE ARE SILENT
July 16, 2023

AFTER THE ECHOES OF BATTLE ARE SILENT

Boxers work very hard, but so too do the gentleman that preside over the regulatory frame that keeps our sport vibrant and our fighters as safe as possible.

A big shout out to these four - Vietnam's Lim Song, the Philippines' Richard Clarin, Japan's Tsuyoshi Yasukochi and South Korea's Aaron Jang  - strident men who all share a unified vision of creating more opportunities for athletes in their respective countries.

A notable omission is China's Samson Lu,  who flew back early, but has been an invaluable and encouraging mentor to Vietnam boxing.

Congratulations

to this group. Yes, put your feet up and have a cold beer. It's well deserved  !!

Vietnam will miss you, and look forward to seeing you again and again. !!

#cockybuffalopromotions #TheGrandHoTramStrip #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam #cockybuffalo #vspboxing

OFTEN WHEN IT RAINS, IT POURS  !!
July 15, 2023

OFTEN WHEN IT RAINS, IT POURS  !!

The rain was hitting the roof hard at The Grand Ho Tram in Vietnam last night.

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải drops an ATOMIC BOMB !!!

MARK JOHN YAP STUNS IN VIETNAM
July 15, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP STUNS IN VIETNAM

The Philippines Mark John Yap wins with a third round stoppage.

FIGHT IS ON!
July 14, 2023

FIGHT IS ON!

Unbeaten Bangladesh boxer Abdul Mottalib (5-0) casts a confident stare down to Vietnam champion Nguyễn Văn Hải (5-1) at yesterday's weigh in at Vũng Tàu Vietnam.

These are the co-main event boxers in a big international card to be held at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino tonight.

The iconic show in Vietnam is sold out, and will have added historical significance.

The heads of regulatory commissions from Japan, the Philippines, China and South Korea will be in attendance, after signing co-operation agreements with the Vietnam Boxing Organization to further this great sport in the region.

#cockybuffalopromotions #vspboxing #boxingvietnam #cockybuffalo #TheGrandHoTramStrip #VSPPromotions

RAKA TO MAKE VIOLENCE A THING OF BEAUTY
July 15, 2023

RAKA TO MAKE VIOLENCE A THING OF BEAUTY

It's Fight Day in Vietnam.

PRODIGY Junior Kauko Raka is promising to impose the Papua New Guinea fight brand in Vietnam tonight. Raka takes on an imposing task - China's WBO Oriental champion Xiao Tao Su.

Said Raka :

"Just watch tonight. It will be VIOLENT.  

But I promise to all the people, I will make it  a thing of beauty "

MARK JOHN YAP MAKES WEIGHT
July 14, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP MAKES WEIGHT

Philippines Mark "the Journey Man" Yap weighed just inside the 61kg Lightweight limit at today's Vietnam weigh in.

Yap will fight at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino tomorrow night against Hasan Sikder of Bangladesh. He appears on a big international card featuring nine countries, with the two main events showcasing Vietnam champions Nguyễn Văn Hải and Sam Minh Phát.

https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotions/videos/2286202895100626

BREAKING!  PHILIPPINES AND VIETNAM  !
July 14, 2023

BREAKING!  PHILIPPINES AND VIETNAM  !

GAB boss Mr. Richard Clarin and VBO Mr. Lim Song sign an historic cooperation agreement to further professional boxing in Vietnam.

The signing aligns the common goals of both countries to make the sport even greater in the region.

Vietnam are in awe of the rich history of boxing in the Philippines, and their vast experience in administration.

The Vietnam fans love the exciting fight style of pinoys, and see them as an essential component of their international events.

#cockybuffalopromotions #TheGrandHoTramStrip #vspboxing #VSPPromotions #cockybuffalo #boxingvietnam

PAPUA NEW GUINEA MEETS VIETNAM
July 13, 2023

PAPUA NEW GUINEA MEETS VIETNAM

One of the great things about boxing is the people you meet and the friends that you make.

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino is a huge venue, but you never know who you will bump into !!

Earlier today Papua New Guinea's Junior Kauko Raka met Vietnam's champion Nguyễn Văn Hải while walking the halls. Both boxers have big fights tomorrow night - Raka takes on China's Xiao Tao Su, and Hai meets unbeaten Abdul Mottalib.

Flanking the boxers are Team Raka trainers Nelson John and Ephraim Montoru.

#cockybuffalopromotions #cockybuffalo #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam #TheGrandHoTramStrip #vspboxing

MAGIC MIKE AUDITIONS ?
July 14, 2023

MAGIC MIKE AUDITIONS ?

Looks like it, but no !

It's the trio of Elorde boys Allie Cañega, Erson Trinidad, and Dann Dacles  - ready to rip and tear at the Blow by Blow show tomorrow in Manila.

If looks could kill, these boys will be in jail after tomorrow's event  !

Good luck to all the boxers competing tomorrow.

GAB HEADING TO THE GRAND HO TRAM
July 13, 2023

GAB HEADING TO THE GRAND HO TRAM

There is a big international event in Vietnam this Saturday night, and the Philippines will be proudly represented by a killer by the name of Mark John Yap.

The Vietnam show will also be iconic in the regard of top boxing countries meeting there to discuss the sport and forge cooperation agreements.

GAB Chairman Richard Clarin is flying out this morning, flanked by entourage Jacky and Rex.

The photographer is well known Philippines film star and model Jetro Pabustan.

VSP wishes you all a safe flight and highly successful trip.

PAPUA NEW GUINEA BOYS HIT SAIGON
July 13, 2023

PAPUA NEW GUINEA BOYS HIT SAIGON

Team Raka have arrived in Vietnam, and first stop was VSP Gym in HCMC where they discussed all things boxing.

The team of (from left) Junior Raka, Ephraim Montoru, Martin Liri and Nelson John met with local boss Mr. Lim Song.

Raka will fight on Saturday night against China's Xiao Tao Su  - a former #1 and WBO Oriental champion.

WE'RE HEADED TO THE GRAND HO TRAM
July 12, 2023

WE'RE HEADED TO THE GRAND HO TRAM

Former opponents Mark John Yap and Junior Raka   are now united with a common goal  - to seek and destroy foreign opponents this Saturday night in Vietnam.

The Philippines and Papua New Guinea guns will appear at a big international event to be held at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino in Vũng Tàu.

Their matches will be watched by bosses of Asia's top boxing commissions, including Richard Clarin and some team members from the Games and Amusement Board in the Philippines.

#vspboxing #TheGrandHoTramStrip #cockybuffalo #cockybuffalopromotions #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam

IT'S WHERE ALL THE BEST FIGHTERS GO
July 11, 2023

IT'S WHERE ALL THE BEST FIGHTERS GO

Junior Kauko Raka en route to Vietnam, couldn't resist the temptation to drop into one of the many famous fight gyms in the Philippines.

Pictured here with trainer Nelson John, Raka reportedly looked great on pads and is already on weight.

HE'S READY TO RUMBLE !

Raka takes on China's WBO Oriental champion Xiao Tao Su this Saturday night at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino.

RAKA HITS THE STREETS OF MANILA
July 10, 2023

RAKA HITS THE STREETS OF MANILA

Papua New Guinea iron man Junior Kauko Raka pictured just moments ago.

Raka is in Manila getting some miles in the legs before flying out to Vietnam on Wednesday.

The "PNG Prodigy" will meet former China #1 and WBO Oriental title holder Xiao Tao Su on Saturday night at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino in Vũng Tàu.

#vspboxing #cockybuffalo #boxingvietnam #VSPPromotions #cockybuffalopromotions #vbo #TheGrandHoTramStrip

THE RAKA HIT SQUAD IS ON THE WAY
July 7, 2023

THE RAKA HIT SQUAD IS ON THE WAY

Papua New Guinea's granite fisted Junior Raka and his team are officially Vietnam bound !

The squad are en route via Manila, where they will stay till Wednesday before leaving for Ho Chi Minh City.

The PNG Prodigy Raka has the task of dismantling China's WBO Oriental champion Xiao Tao Su at a big international show at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino next Saturday night.

JONJON ESTRADA FIGHTS GIANT IN TOKYO
July 8, 2023

JONJON ESTRADA FIGHTS GIANT IN TOKYO

The Wolverine heads to the Esforta Arena Hachioji in Tokyo today, pitted against hot young local prospect Kai Watanabe (9-1).

The Japanese bout will see Estrada jump up a weight class to Super Featherweight, so Watanabe will prove a "Tall" order.

JonJon Estrada is one of the toughest and hardest hitters in Philippines boxing, so he should have his share of fun in there despite the ominous task.

VIETNAM GET READY FOR THE YAP ATTACK !
July 8, 2023

VIETNAM GET READY FOR THE YAP ATTACK !

VIETNAM GET READY FOR THE YAP ATTACK !

WBO GLOBAL AT THE GRAND HO TRAM

Sat 6:00 PM | July 15, 2023

BOUT 5 : SUPER FEATHERWEIGHT - 59 KG-8R

MARK JOHN YAP

VS

HASAN SIKDAR

#CockyBuffaloPromotions #CockyBuffalo #TheGrandHoTramStrip #Proboxing #VBO #VTVcab #vspboxing #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam

THE RAKA TEAM SAY HELLO TO MANILA
July 8, 2023

THE RAKA TEAM SAY HELLO TO MANILA

Papua New Guinea's "PRODIGY" Junior Kauko Raka just touched down in Manila.

There are no direct flights from PNG to Vietnam, so it's an opportunity to say hello to old friends and visit Manila's famous Elorde gyms.

Raka and team will fly out to Ho Chi Minh City this Wednesday.

WBO GLOBAL AT THE GRAND HO TRAM

Sat 6:00 PM | July 15, 2023

BOUT 3: SUPER FEATHERWEIGHT - 59 KG-6R

XIAO TAO SU

 VS

JR KAUKO RAKA

#CockyBuffaloPromotions #CockyBuffalo #TheGrandHoTramStrip #Proboxing #VBO #VTVcab #vspboxing #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam

PAPUA NEW GUINEA BOXER COMES TO HCMC
July 8, 2023

PAPUA NEW GUINEA BOXER COMES TO HCMC

PAPUA NEW GUINEA BOXER COMES TO HCMC

Ladies and gentlemen  - Mr. Junior Kauko Raka

11 fights - 9 wins - 7 Knockouts

WBO GLOBAL AT THE GRAND HO TRAM

Sat 6:00 PM | July 15, 2023

BOUT 3: SUPER FEATHERWEIGHT - 59 KG-6R

XIAO TAO SU

 VS

JR KAUKO RAKA

#CockyBuffaloPromotions #CockyBuffalo #TheGrandHoTramStrip #Proboxing #VBO #VTVcab #vspboxing #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam

THE "YAP ATTACK" BACK IN VIETNAM
July 6, 2023

THE "YAP ATTACK" BACK IN VIETNAM

THE "YAP ATTACK" BACK IN VIETNAM

Philippines fighter Mark John Yap was a recent visitor to VSP,  headlining our May event against a future star named Nguyễn Ha Minh.

That was Yap's first hit out since scoring a knockout win in Manila in January, and despite signs of ring rust, all the telltale signs of a very dangerous man were on show.

The Mindanao menace returns to Vietnam next week, and he has mayhem on his mind.

Do not miss seeing this great fighter in Vũng Tàu next week - there will be blood !

WBO GLOBAL AT THE GRAND HO TRAM

Sat 6:00 PM | July 15, 2023

BOUT 5 : SUPER FEATHERWEIGHT - 59 KG-8R

MARK JOHN YAP

VS

HASAN SIKDAR

#CockyBuffaloPromotions #CockyBuffalo #TheGrandHoTramStrip #Proboxing #VBO #VTVcab #vspboxing #boxingvietnam #VSPPromotions

SỰ TRỞ LẠI MẠNH MẼ
July 3, 2023

SỰ TRỞ LẠI MẠNH MẼ

SỰ TRỞ LẠI MẠNH MẼ

Sau chiến thắng trước đối thủ đến từ Indonesia Heri Purnomo ngày 30/7/2022, đến nay đã gần tròn một năm Sẳm Minh Phát không thượng đài boxing chuyên nghiệp.

Ngày 15/7/2023, Sẳm Minh Phát trở lại sàn đấu gặp đối thủ đến từ Trung Quốc Dian Xing Zhu tại sự kiện boxing chuyên nghiệp WBO Global Prelude. Người chiến thắng ở trận đấu này sẽ có xuất tranh đai WBO toàn cầu.

#ithethaovn #vothuatithethao #boxing #wbo #SamMinhPhat #boxstudio #boxingvietnam #cockybuffalo #vsppromotions #vbo #vspboxing #boxingvietnam

YAP CONTINUES THE "JOURNEY" IN VIETNAM
July 2, 2023

YAP CONTINUES THE "JOURNEY" IN VIETNAM

Mark John Yap has proved to be one of the best performed pinoys on the international circuit in recent years, and plans to add to his imposing record on the road in Vietnam this month.

The boxer affectionately dubbed "The Journey Man", and more recently as "Fat Yap", appears on a big show at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino, amongst a strong lineup of fighters from many different countries.

Yap was impressive in winning in Manila in January, then followed up with a three month break to welcome the birth of his first child Yuri. He has slowly worked back into fight shape, and performed in an exhibition bout in Ho Chi Minh City last month.

And it was trademark Yap !

Despite getting off to a slow start, Mark John Yap proved too physical for national youth boxer Nguyễn Hà Minh, dropping him twice in the final round.

Yap will be looking for an emphatic showing on July 15th, before eyeing off bigger matches later this year.

PAPUA NEW GUINEA ARE DOING IT RIGHT !!
July 1, 2023

PAPUA NEW GUINEA ARE DOING IT RIGHT !!

They breed them with big hearts in PNG  !

Getting opportunities to fight in international events is never easy, and if you're based in PNG, even more so !

Friends and supporters of Junior Kauko Raka, and believers in the great sport of boxing, assembled last night to celebrate his impending task in Vietnam.

They also all contributed their valuable time, energy and money to make Raka the first professional boxer ever to step foot into the south east asian destination.

Big thanks go to promoter Mr. Sang Bum Kim and friends at Cocky Buffalo for showing the foresight and faith in the PNG Prodigy  !

Also, massive thanks to the friends in PNG who really stepped up last night :

The Minister of Internal Security, and Governor of Bougainville HON Peter Tsiamalili Jnr. who took the lead to put in support by paying for the venue, and to kindly host the dinner fundraising.

And the support from these generous companies:

1- JOMIK Group Company

2- PANG Family

3- NCDC Sport Desk

4- NCDC Governor

5- PNG Sport Foundation

6- NCD Provincial Health Authority

Also, Junior Kauko Raka has a special shout out to his manager Betrand Vagelo and his admin Ezra Bonny, for making last night's celebration happen, for both him and the whole Raka team.

I'm optimistic that the combined efforts of all will pave the way for international opportunities for young PNG stars of the future.

Big congratulations to the people of Papua New Guinea for supporting great role models. Bravo !!

PNG WARRIORS HEADED FOR VIETNAM
July 1, 2023

PNG WARRIORS HEADED FOR VIETNAM

Have you ever met a GENUINE mountain bred Papua New Guinean warrior ?

No ?

Well that's because Junior Kauko Raka and his team will be the first ever to set foot on Vietnam soil !!

Please make the Raka team welcome at VSP when  they arrive in the week of 10th July, before heading  to Vũng Tàu on the 13th.

The Papua New Guinea hard man has the task of dismantling former Chinese #1 and WBO Oriental champion Xiao Tao Su.

The match will take place at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino on Saturday July 15th.

Sẳm Minh Phát sắp so găng võ sĩ số một Trung Quốc
June 29, 2023

Sẳm Minh Phát sắp so găng võ sĩ số một Trung Quốc

BÀ RỊA - VŨNG TÀUVõ sĩ của lò Cocky Buffalo Sẳm Minh Phát thượng đài với tay đấm số một Trung Quốc Dian Xing Zhu tại sự kiện boxing chuyên nghiệp WBO Global Prelude ngày 15/7.

Đây là sự kiện do Cocky Buffalo phối hợp cùng Tổ chức quyền Anh thế giới (WBO) tổ chức tại The Grand Ho Tram Strip. Màn so tài giữa "ốc tiêu" Minh Phát và Zhu thuộc hạng minimumweight (48kg) là một trong những trận thư hùng tâm điểm của sự kiện. Người thắng trận này sẽ lấy suất tranh đai WBO toàn cầu.

Minh Phát trong trận thắng Lý Diệu Phước ở giải WBO IBF 4 Titles Match tại The Grand Hồ Tràm ngày 23/4. Ảnh: Cocky Buffalo

Trận đấu hứa hẹn hấp dẫn khi cả hai võ sĩ đều sở hữu chuỗi thành tích ấn tượng. Minh Phát hiện có chín trận thắng, trong đó có bảy bằng knock-out, qua 13 lần thượng đài. Anh được trang BoxRec xếp hạng 1 sao cùng vị trí thứ 73 thế giới ở hạng minimumweight.

Zhu được đánh giá cao hơn nhờ tỷ lệ knock-out ấn tượng. Võ sĩ Trung Quốc thắng tám, trong đó có bảy bằng knock-out, qua chín trận chuyên nghiệp. Anh hiện là võ sĩ số một Trung Quốc ở hạng cân minimumweight.

Trên bảng xếp hạng thế giới, Zhu xếp trên Minh Phát 24 bậc và được trang BoxRec đánh giá ở cấp độ 2 sao. Zhu từng giành đai vô địch WBC châu Á vào năm 2019. Với bảng thành tích ấn tượng, Zhu chắc chắn sẽ là thử thách khó khăn cho tay đấm chủ nhà.

Zhu (phải) trong nghi thức chạm mặt đối thủ Indonesia Forlando Calderon trước trận đấu thuộc giải WBC Asia Youth 2019 tại Trung Quốc. Ảnh: WBC Asia

Võ sĩ nổi tiếng khác của Việt Nam là Nguyễn Văn Hải cũng góp mặt tại sự kiện WBO Global Prelude sắp tới ở hạng cân Super Featherweight 58,97 kg. Tay đấm sinh năm 1988, từng bảy lần vô địch quốc gia sẽ so găng Abdul Motalib - đối thủ Bangladesh có biệt danh "Sát thủ Thầm lặng" với chuỗi 5 trận toàn thắng.

WBO Global Prelude còn có một số trận khác hứa hẹn hấp dẫn. Võ sĩ 17 tuổi mang hai dòng máu Việt - Hàn Lee Juyeong sẽ so tài đối thủ Indonesia Dedy Imprax. Võ sĩ Philippines từng đánh gần 50 trận nhà nghề Mark John Yap thượng đài với Mohon Ali (Bangladesh). Và võ sĩ kỳ cựu người Papua New Guinea - Junior Kauko Raka so găng cùng Xiao Tao Su, tay đấm Trung Quốc 26 tuổi đang có 11 chiến thắng, trong đó có sáu bằng knock-out, sau 14 lần thượng đài.