Linn Sandstrom

Linn Sandstrom

Bantamweight, 118 lbs (53.5 kg)

Age :

33


Height :

161

cm


Stance :

Orthodox


Region :

Vaxjo


Country :

Swedish


Record : PRO DEBUT

Pro record · W-L-D

9

Wins

3

Losses

3

Draws

2

KOs

Sweden's Linn Sandstrom returns to Manila on August 7th, where she takes on Thai Khwunchit Khunya in a bantamweight undercard bout.

It has already been a busy year for the Aussie trained boxer, who fought in the Philippines in March. As widely reported, Sandstrom came to boxing quite late, but is making up for lost time and will be chasing her 6th win as a pro against Khunya.

If you are in Manila and want to see Linn in action, please arrive early. It's a big day of undercard action !

LINN SANDSTROM v KHWUNCHIT KHUNYA

6 rounds  Bantamweight 54kg

Australian Novice Champion in 54kg

Linn Sandstrom

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Linn Sandstrom

In the news

SANDSTROM WINS IBF TITLE IN SYDNEY
March 12, 2025

SANDSTROM WINS IBF TITLE IN SYDNEY

Linn Sandstrom, a professional Swedish boxer based in Australia , secured a unanimous decision victory over Yoselin Fernandez with scores of 98-83, 99-91, and 100-90 moments ago.
This impressive win tonight at the Hordern Pavilion in Sydney earned Sandstrom the IBF International Super Flyweight title.

Sandstrom, a former world-title challenger, was always in control of a feisty Fernandez. 
Trained by Tony Del Vecchio at the renowned Bondi Boxing Club in Australia, Sandstrom's hard work and dedication is reaping dividends despite only taking up the sport in her mid 20s.

VSP Promotions invited Sandstrom to compete in Vietnam in 2018 at the iconic Victory8 tournament.
Sandstrom's win tonight kicks off the Thurman-Jarvis prelims in Sydney, and marks a triumphant return to the ring for the Swedish boxer.
VICTORY8 HCMC - CLASS REUNION
March 11, 2025

VICTORY8 HCMC - CLASS REUNION

Back in 2018, at the very first VSP Promotions Victory8 event in Ho Chi Minh City, two talented Australian fighters—Mateo Tapia and Linn Sandstrom—showcased their skills on an international stage. 
Both fighters were part of a strong Australian contingent that traveled to Vietnam to test themselves against the country’s elite boxing talent in what became a landmark event for the sport in the region.

Mateo Tapia, now an undefeated rising star with a current professional record of 17-0, headlined the Victory8 card in a highly anticipated showdown against Vietnamese boxing cult hero Truong Dinh Hoang. 
The fight was a thrilling contest, cementing Tapia’s reputation as one of Australia’s most exciting prospects. 
It also confirmed the world class credentials of SEA Games gold medalist Truong Dinh Hoang, who took on the challenge at very short notice.

Linn Sandstrom, originally from Sweden but now fighting out of Australia, also faced a formidable challenge that night, taking on Nguyen Thi Tam, Vietnam’s golden girl and former world number one. 
Sandstrom’s willingness to fight the best early in her career (only 2 years boxing experience) has since shaped her into a serious contender in the professional ranks.

Fast forward to tomorrow night at Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion, and both fighters are stepping into the ring for major title opportunities.

Mateo Tapia will take on Sergei Vorobev (20-2) of Russia for the IBF Intercontinental Middleweight title. This fight marks a crucial step toward a world title shot for Tapia, as a victory would propel him into the upper echelon of the division.

Linn Sandstrom is set to battle Yoselin Fernandez of Venezuela for the IBF International Super Flyweight belt. A win here would put Sandstrom on the path to a world title opportunity, solidifying her place among the best in the division.

Adding to the significance of the event, the night will be headlined by the return of former world champion Keith “One Time” Thurman. 
The American boxing star, known for his power and skill, has only one loss in his much fabled career—a split decision defeat at the hands of the legendary Manny Pacquiao.

With Tapia and Sandstrom both fighting for prestigious IBF titles, this event could mark a defining moment in their careers, proving once again that they belong on the world stage.
SANDSTROM WINS WBA INTERCONTINENTAL
October 30, 2022

SANDSTROM WINS WBA INTERCONTINENTAL

Congrats to Victory8 fighter Linn Sandström, who was successful in her WBA assault in York Hall London just moments ago. The Swedish boxer first appeared as a novice performer in Vietnam at Victory8 in 2018, where she challenged national champion Nguyễn Thi Tam at Nguyễn Du Stadium in Ho Chi Minh City.

Sandstrom has since forged a pro career and showed continued improvement, winning in Australia, the Philippines, Costa Rica and tonight's bout in England. Her WBA win over Croatian Sara Marjanovic was Linn Sandström's 7th in the paid ranks, and she's just getting started !

GO SANDSTORM!

WHEN THE MOON HITS YOUR EYE, LIKE A BIG PIZZA PIE
August 10, 2022

WHEN THE MOON HITS YOUR EYE, LIKE A BIG PIZZA PIE

"That's Amore" !!   Two WBA Asia title holders in the house at ANNIHILATION TIGER UKC in Parañaque, the most recently crowned being Linn Sandstrom.

The Swedish fighter, trained in Australia by Tony Del Vecchio, scored a solid win to grab the belt from a Thai opponent that came to survive. It was Sandstrom's 6th win as a pro, and signaled better things to come.

And who better to compare notes with than the Wonder Boy himself, Carl Jammes Martin, who recently successfully defended the very same title!

GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!
August 4, 2022

GET READY TO RUMBLE!!!

WOW!!! It's this weekend!! We are supercharging up the weekend with 20 pro fights and 4 title belts!

ANNIHILATION TIGER UKC

Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday August 7th

IT'S FIGHT WEEK IN PARAÑAQUE !
August 1, 2022

IT'S FIGHT WEEK IN PARAÑAQUE !

Four title fights on two cards !

Charly Suarez v Mark John Yap

Al Toyogan v Allan Villanueva

Lito Dante v Clyde Azarcon

Linn Sandstrom v Khwunchit Khunya

KABOOM!

Not only that, when do top overseas fighters ever come to the Philippines ? Never !

Well, we've got'em!

Check out the first time appearance of top international fighters Michael Pengue from Australia, and the legendary Nguyen Van Hai from Vietnam.

And you wanting more! You got it!

We are showcasing some of the best up and coming talent on the local scene right now!

If you're not there, then you're no boxing fan!  

Come and get some !

ANNIHILATION TIGER UKC

Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday August 7th

WATCH IT ON OUR FB LIVE !!!

ATTACK MAY PROVE THE BEST DEFENSE?
July 24, 2022

ATTACK MAY PROVE THE BEST DEFENSE?

Aisah “D’Striker” Alico resumed from a three year break from the sport, when beaten by Swedish visitor Linn Sandstrom back in March.

Despite the defeat, there was plenty to like about her first up showing.

Alico showed lots of clever hands and spontaneous attack in that contest, whereas her defense was mitigated some by the fact that she had a very short preparation, and she was contesting a heavier and less suitable weight class.

Linn Sandstrom (who also appears on the card) had nothing but praise for her opponent:

“She hit me with some great shots, and her power really surprised me. Aisah is tough too, I think if she was fully fit then it would have been really hard to stop her. I’m sure she will improve a lot on today’s performance if she can get another fight soon”

Cagayan de Oro native Alico will take on Allen Joy Solidarios, a debutant from the Nietes Stable Negros Occidental. Not much is known about Solidarios, except she is young, fast and has potential. She will be well schooled, and she will definitely have good knowledge of the sort of threats that her opponent can bring to the ring.

This will be a much more suitable weight class for southpaw Alico, who will fight here at around 10 pounds lighter than her March outing. With 7 wins to her credit, Alico clearly has an experience edge on her rival, so expect to see her show a very offensive display when these two girls meet early next month in Paranaque.

AISAH ALICO v ALLEN JOY SOLIDARIOS

4 rounds   Minimum Weight 105 pounds

ANNIHILATION UKC

Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila

Sunday August 7th

WATCH IT LIVE AT:https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotion

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SANDSTROM AT ANNIHILATION UKC
July 24, 2022

SANDSTROM AT ANNIHILATION UKC

Sweden's Linn Sandstrom returns to Manila on August 7th, where she takes on Thai Khwunchit Khunya in a bantamweight undercard bout.

It has already been a busy year for the Aussie trained boxer, who fought in the Philippines in March. As widely reported, Sandstrom came to boxing quite late, but is making up for lost time and will be chasing her 6th win as a pro against Khunya.

If you are in Manila and want to see Linn in action, please arrive early. It's a big day of undercard action !

LINN SANDSTROM v KHWUNCHIT KHUNYA

6 rounds  Bantamweight 54kg

ANNIHILATION UKC

Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday August 7th

WATCH IT LIVE AT:https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotion

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LINN SANDSTROM LOVES PHILIPPINES !
July 18, 2022

LINN SANDSTROM LOVES PHILIPPINES !

Sweden's Linn Sandstrom had previously visited the Philippines for training camps back in 2019, and returned in March of this year to fight with Cagayan De Oro's Aisah Alico.

Both girls are back for ANNIHILATION UKC, but this time face different opponents. The "Sandstorm" has kept busy, winning bouts in Costa Rica and Australia since her Manila success.

"I love the Philippines, the people are warm like the weather. They always make me feel very welcome, it's almost like I'm an honorary citizen. I'm very excited to be back fighting there again, and really pumped to be on a card with so many great and talented boxers" enthused the Swedish slugger.

Linn Sandstrom will fight Thailand's Khwunchit Khunya in a 6 round bantamweight contest.

ANNIHILATION UKC

Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday August 7th

WATCH IT LIVE AT:https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotion

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GREAT FIGHTS WITH FLAVOUR !!
July 18, 2022

GREAT FIGHTS WITH FLAVOUR !!

Some cracking undercard bouts, and the inclusion of some foreign invaders, just to add flavour!

Nguyen Van Hai from Vietnam makes his first international pro appearance when he takes on home boy Jerald Into. Hai is a master at many fight forms, and though he hasn't boxed for some time, his clash with the unbeaten Into will be one of the highlights of ANNIHILATION UKC.

Linn Sandstrom promised a busy 2022, and the popular Swedish up and comer returns after a successful March appearance with Aisah Alico. She matches up with Thailand visitor Khwunchit Khunya.

Mickey Pengue from Australia is an outstanding type, but was derailed in a regional belt fight recently after damaging his ear drum in the opening round. He is on a quick back up in Paranaque, looking to steady the ship against the solid Gerry Patenio. The local boxer showed good signs in his last fight against tall timber Al Cañega, so will be no pushover for the impressive Aussie.

Roland Jay Biendima is a dynamo, and after a quality showing against national Flyweight champ Ben Ligas, he scored an emphatic win over Powell Balaba. Rest assured, he will be looking to carry on the good work when he meets Joel Taduran.

ANNIHILATION UKC

Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila

Sunday August 7th

WATCH IT LIVE AT:https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotion

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ANNIHILATION THE NAME OF THE GAME
June 4, 2022

ANNIHILATION THE NAME OF THE GAME

Annihilation UKC is assembling an all star cast for Sunday August 7th!

We are going for an international flavour and have already secured Michael Pengue (Australia), Linn Sandstrom (Sweden) and the iconic Nguyễn Văn Hải (Vietnam) to come to Manila and mix it up with the Philippines fighters.

The biggest news is that Charly Suarez will defend his WBA belt, and we are very close to terms with a foreign opponent that claims he will halt the world title aspirations of the local star.

We say - bring it on!

This will be a MUST NOT MISS event,  big news breaking soon on the full fight card!

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SANDSTROM GAINS MAJORITY DECISION
May 11, 2022

SANDSTROM GAINS MAJORITY DECISION

In a great and often see-sawing battle over 8 rounds, Linn Sandstrom gained a majority decision over a gritty Floryvic Montero.

In a match where both girls displayed good touches, it was perhaps the accuracy of Sandstrom that laid the platform for the win.

Philippines Montero looked excellent in patches, and no doubt contended with some ring rust, but showed she will be a vastly improved fighter at her next appearance.

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SANDSTROM AND MONTERO WEIGH IN
May 10, 2022

SANDSTROM AND MONTERO WEIGH IN

Philippines Floryvic Montero and Sweden's Linn Sandstrom just made weight for tomorrow night's clash in Newcastle Australia.

Multi discipline fighter Montero was slightly the heavier, but both girls looked in great shape and are sure to create fireworks when the bell goes.

Sandstrom is now based in Australia, and was a recent visitor to Manila in March, where she fought on the undercard of the Charly Suarez v Tomjune Mangubat WBA title event.

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CHECK THE WEATHER FORECAST, THERE'S A SANDSTORM COMING !
May 6, 2022

CHECK THE WEATHER FORECAST, THERE'S A SANDSTORM COMING !

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Recent Philippines visitor Linn "Sandstorm" Sandstrom returns to the ring in Newcastle, Australia next Wednesday night.

Linn takes on the very versatile pinay Floryvic Montero.

Sandstrom has made no secret of the fact that she is a relative newcomer to boxing, and is playing catch up to learn as much as she can in short time. The Swedish boxer has 4 wins on her resume, and the clash with Philippines Montero, should prove to be a great contest and valuable ring time for both girls.

And to think, Linn Sandstrom started out as a table tennis player !

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LINN SANDSTROM DEBUT 2018
April 1, 2022

LINN SANDSTROM DEBUT 2018

Recent Philippines visitor Linn Sandstrom made her pro "exhibition " debut in HCMC in late 2018.

This was very much "swimming with sharks" for Linn, who was matched with Vietnam national champion and SEA Games gold winner Nguyen Thi Tam. When this fight took place, Linn had been learning boxing for only 1.5 years!

Don't let it be said that Linn Sandstrom doesn't love a  decent challenge!

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SANDSTROM GETS STOPPAGE WIN
March 27, 2022

SANDSTROM GETS STOPPAGE WIN

Linn Sandstrom scored a third round stoppage in Costa Rica against Cristel Ruiz.

Despite being significantly outweighed, Sandstrom had the bigger work rate and tge more accurate power shots, to finish her Nicaraguan opponent.

Linn Sandstrom improves to 4 wins, and will be back in action in Australia in May.

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BUENOS DIAS COSTA RICA !
March 25, 2022

BUENOS DIAS COSTA RICA !

Linn "the Sandstorm" Sandstrom will be competing for the third fight in a month tomorrow night, when she steps into the ring in the central American country of Costa Rica.

Sandstrom will compete on an all female card, headed by Costa Rican world champ Yokasta Valle.

The Swedish girl who is based in Australia,  is looking to get as much international experience as possible to build her technical base, and has threatened she may even return to fight in the Philippines !

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HAVE GLOVES, WILL TRAVEL !
March 23, 2022

HAVE GLOVES, WILL TRAVEL !

Linn Sandstrom is learning on the road, and will fight in Costa Rica on the undercard of world champ Yoka Valle's title defense.
"I’m fighting on @yokavalle_oficial undercard in Costa Rica, 25th of March, where she will defend her IBF World Title. It’s an honour to be a part on this ALL FEMALE Boxing Card over here in Costa Rica, in celebration of Womens Month together with some incredible girls on the card. Yoka is like the female version of Canelo, so I’m counting on a sold out venue and unreal atmosphere… I will be fighting a opponent from Nicaragua and this will be my 3rd professional fight in 22 days…" reported Sandstrom earlier today.
Linn has competed in Victory8 in Vietnam, and more recently, fought in Manila at TIGER 2022 UKC on the undercard of Charly Suarez v Tomjune Mangubat.

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THERE'S A SANDSTORM IN MEXICO !
March 19, 2022

THERE'S A SANDSTORM IN MEXICO !

Recent Philippines invader Linn Sandstrom had her first sparring session in Mexico yesterday. The Aussie based fighter is motivated to fast track her learning there, due to the abundance of great quality female athletes.

Sandstrom is looking to keep busy and fight upon her return to Australia, and says she will keep her options open after that.

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THANK YOU PHILIPPINES !
March 15, 2022

THANK YOU PHILIPPINES !


Sweden's Linn Sandstrom and Mindanao's Aisah Alico put on a great show for the fans at TIGER 2O22. For Sandstrom, it was a valuable learning fight, and for the more experienced Alico, a chance to get much needed ring time after a pandemic enforced absence. Kudos to local girl Alico, whilst short on fitness, the Swedish fighter said that she hit a lot harder than any previous opponent !

We wish the Aussie based "Sandstorm" lots of luck in her future fights, and love to see her back again in the Philippines if she is passing by.

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HANDSOME IS AS HANDSOME DOES !
March 14, 2022

HANDSOME IS AS HANDSOME DOES !

The very dapper and debonair Jaime Villanera Jr making sure visiting boxer Linn Sandstrom and team member Jada don't get lost in Manila.

When not auditioning for James Bond, Jaime doubles as a ring MC, and he earned his keep with a mega day at TIGER 2O22 Ultimate Knockout Challenge on Saturday in Paranaque.

Linn Sandstrom had a successful visit, with a round 5 win over resuming Mindanao girl Aisah Alico.

Jada made herself useful also, showing her versatility as a ring card girl for the main WBA Asia bout between Charly Suarez and Tomjune Mangubat.

Well done team!

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LINN SANDSTROM WINS KNOCKOUT
March 12, 2022

LINN SANDSTROM WINS KNOCKOUT

Great win on foreign soil by Linn Sandstrom  against Mindanao girl Aisah Alico.

Despite showing caution, Sandstrom enjoyed the best of the action, and was the busier of the two boxers.

Aisah Alico looked comfortable Despite the fact she was largely in defensive mode, but was leveled with a decent Sandstrom body shot in the fifth round.

Nice win for the Swedish born Aussie Linn Sandstrom who says she LOVES THE PHILIPPINES !

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WELCOME TO MANILA GIRLS !
March 11, 2022

WELCOME TO MANILA GIRLS !

The Wild Man Jino Rodrigo making international guests Linn Sandstrom and Jada feel welcome. When not a tour guide, the boisterous Rodrigo doubles as a boxer, and expect his clash with Roberto Gonzales to be one of the best of the day.
Can Jino get lucky two days in a row?

The three title fights all weighed in without problem, and all six boxers looked in magnificent shape.
Suarez v Mangubat WBA Asia title
Martin v Baldonado WBA Asia and RP title
Ligas v Biendima RP title

15 great fights Read all about them here:

https://www.vsppromotions.com//promotions/tiger-2022

READY TO GET ON THE SCALES
March 11, 2022

READY TO GET ON THE SCALES


YES Linn Sandstrom and Arnel Baconaje LOOK LIKE MODELS, but they are actually FIGHTERS !
They will be competing tomorrow in Paranaque at TIGER 2O22 Ultimate Knockout Challenge.
Weigh in and press conference today.

D'STRIKER IS READY FOR A SANDSTORM !
March 9, 2022

D'STRIKER IS READY FOR A SANDSTORM !

Cagayan de Oro fighter Aisah "D'Striker" Alico has arrived in Manila, and is looking forward to her clash with Australia's Linn Sandstrom this Saturday.
Alico, who has 7 career wins (5KO), hasn't fought since March 2019, but has shared the ring previously with world class opponents. In contrast, Linn Sandstrom with 2 wins, is way less experienced, but has the advantage of being more recently active. The boxer known as "Sandstorm" had a solid victory in Brisbane last Thursday night at the No Limits Boxing show in Australia.
On arrival in Manila, the Mindanao girl said "It's HOT!" and headed straight to the pool for a cool down. Few could blame her, and for sure, expect things to get heated in her match this Saturday.

AISAH ALICO v LINN SANDSTROM
TIGER 2O22 Ultimate Knockout Challenge Paranaque, Manila
Saturday March 12th
WATCH IT LIVE AT: https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotion

HONORARY PINAY !
March 8, 2022

HONORARY PINAY !

HONORARY PINAY !
Swedish boxer Linn Sandstrom flanked by boxers and crew at Elorde Southbox in Manila today.
Linn will be fighting in the opening event this Saturday.

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

SANDSTROM LANDS IN MANILA
March 7, 2022

SANDSTROM LANDS IN MANILA

Australia's Linn Sandstrom has touched down in Manila, and headed straight to the Elorde Southbox gym first thing this morning to shake off the jet lag !

Swedish born Sandstrom, who only recently turned pro, scored her second win on Thursday night at the big No Limits Boxing event in Brisbane.

Sandstrom has an unusual back story, having formerly being a high level table tennis player in Sweden, before discovering her true passion for boxing once she arrived in Australia. A relatively late comer to the sport, Linn is on a fast track to learn the game, and her plan is, stay as busy as possible !

Linn Sandstrom will fight CDO girl Aisah Alico in the opening fight at TIGER 2O22 on Saturday. Alico has recorded 7 wins (5 KO), but may have to contend with ring rust having not competed since 2019.

LINN SANDSTROM v AISAH ALICO

TIGER 2O22 Ultimate Knockout Challenge Paranaque, Manila

Saturday March 12th

WATCH IT LIVE AT:https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotion

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CREATI AND SANDSTROM SCORE WINS
March 4, 2022

CREATI AND SANDSTROM SCORE WINS

Big congrats to former Victory8 and world team members Danilo Creati and Linn Sandstrom on great wins in Brisbane last night.
"Dash" Creati put on a clinic, besting the outstanding Cameron Hammond, an Olympian who had won 18 of 19 pro fights. Creati was untouchable, winning by shutout and dropping his opponent twice during the contest.
Linn Sandstrom showed the benefits of a great camp, and better shot selection, in her victory over Ali Jensen. In an entertaining match, the Swedish born Sandstrom sent her opponent to the floor twice, but plenty of punches were still exchanged till the final bell.
Philippines Joe Noynay had a below par performance, stopped by a beautiful left hook in the second round from a vengeful Liam Wilson. Noynay weighed in 4kg over and his poor showing remains a puzzle.

SANDSTROM MAKES THE WEIGHT
March 2, 2022

SANDSTROM MAKES THE WEIGHT

Australia's Linn Sandstrom made weight easily for tomorrow night's clash in Brisbane against Ali Jensen.
The boxer known as "Sandstorm" has a busy schedule ahead, appearing again at TIGER 2O22 Ultimate Knockout Challenge on Saturday March 12th.
Linn takes on CDO girl Aisah Alico, a winner of 7 fights, but she is resuming from a two year break from the sport.
This will no doubt be a challenging bout for both girls, and it will be great to finally see women's boxing making a welcome return to Manila.

LINN SANDSTROM v AISAH ALICO
TIGER 2O22 Ultimate Knockout Challenge Paranaque, Manila
Saturday March 12th
WATCH IT LIVE AT: https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotion

"BE ATHLETIC" WHAT THE CHAMPS ARE WEARING !
February 27, 2022

"BE ATHLETIC" WHAT THE CHAMPS ARE WEARING !

The boxers competing at TIGER 2O22 Ultimate Knockout Challenge not only are super talented, they really look the part!
This is because of the cool and creative efforts of Raoul Navarrete and his team at Be Athletic, who look after not only the best athletes in the Philippines and abroad, they make these designs available to the fan market also.
Charly Suarez is out to make a statement on March 12th that he is the Philippines #1 fighter in any division, and he says he loves the Be Athletic gear.
We will show you the designs that some of the boxers have had customized in the coming days - they are amazing !
Even visiting boxer Linn Sandstrom (Australia ) was so impressed, she has had her outfit made by Be Athletic.
So get with the program, if you wanna BE ATHLETIC, (and look great) contact them for all your fight and Activewear needs.

Thanks Raoul Navarrete and Be Athletic !

THE GIRLS ARE BACK IN TOWN !
February 16, 2022

THE GIRLS ARE BACK IN TOWN !

Mindanao fighter Aisah Alico returns to the ring for the first time since early 2019. This southpaw from CDO is an experienced and internationally travelled war monger, and has some of the best fighters in the minimumweight division on her resume. She makes her return here as a flyweight, and despite being able to easily attain the lighter weight class, she comes to TIGER 2022 at the identical height of opponent Linn Sandstrom.
“D’Striker “ is perfectly monikered as she has really good hands, and she does create awkward angles from her southpaw stance. Ring rust may play a big part here for Alico, as her opponent has the advantage of recent competition. But for sure, experience is the trump card for Aisah, having shared the ring with top names like Yuko Kuroki, Momo Koseki, Ayaka Miyao and Philippines’ Jess Pagaduan.
The lack of recent form makes this match up tricky to pick, but it must be said, the CDO based Alico has defeated more experienced girls than Sandstrom in her 7 previous wins. She has also stopped 5 opponents along the way. Hmmmmm!
One thing is for certain though, it is great to have women’s boxing finally back in action once more!
GO GIRLS!!!

FROM TABLE TENNIS TO BOXING TO MANILA !
February 15, 2022

FROM TABLE TENNIS TO BOXING TO MANILA !

2021 was a regrettable year of gym closures, lockdowns, and quarantine bubbles. That not only made putting on an event extremely expensive and difficult, it made including women near impossible.
But all good things come to those who wait, and finally next month, TIGER 2022 sees Linn Sandstrom (1 win) of Australia (by way of Sweden), take on Mindanao’s Aisah Alico (7 wins).
Despite the relative inexperience of Sandstrom , she is on a fast track to learn, and has an interesting back story.
The Brazilian-born fighter was raised in Sweden, where she fell in love with table tennis, and went on to represent her country in the sport.
“Everyone back in Sweden knew me as the girl who played table tennis”
“It is (quite a leap to go from table tennis to boxing), but I’ve been an athlete my whole life so that athlete lifestyle is what I love.”
Sandstrom moved to Australia five years ago and got serious with her ambition to become a pro boxer. While there were skills she picked up in table tennis that came in handy — like hand-eye coordination and footwork — the fight game has one major difference.
“A lot of things are similar except you don’t get punched in the face when you do table tennis,” she said.
Sandstrom will fight Aisah Alico, a southpaw from Cagayan de Oro, before venturing to the States and central America to get some quality sparring. Her ambition is to string some wins together in 2022, and perhaps challenge some bigger names as the gloves start to feel as comfortable as the table tennis racket!
“I’ve had people that really, really want to see me fail. I’m a female that, I’m not just there to say I’m going to do things, I’m here to put in the work and that seems to irritate a lot of people.
“I’m doing me, this is my journey. I’m here to stay now, I’m here to prove a point.”

LINN SANDSTROM v AISAH ALICO
TIGER 2022 Ultimate Knockout Challenge
Paranaque, Manila
Saturday March 12th
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"LATEST" TIGER 2022 FIGHT CARD
February 4, 2022

"LATEST" TIGER 2022 FIGHT CARD

Please note changes:
Jerven Mama withdrew last night due to an ear injury. He has been replaced by the GAB approved boxer Roland Biendima from General Santos City. Biendima is a winner of 15 bouts, and recently fought a points battle with champion Jade Bornea.
We have also added (finally !) a women's bout, where Linn Sandstrom from Australia (by way of Sweden !) takes on Aisah Alico in a flyweight contest.

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

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LAIA IN GOLD COAST CLASH
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Bougainville’s Fidelis Laia takes another step forward in his professional boxing career when he heads to sunny Queensland this Saturday night.

Laia will face Australian boxer Thomas Ward in a four-round welterweight clash at the beachside Mantra on View in Surfers Paradise.

The bout will be contested at 147lb, one division above the 140lb weight class that is more suited to the PNG boxer.

Laia will give away around five inches in height to the rangy Australian orthodox striker, but the heavy-handed Bougainville fighter will be looking to make his power the great equaliser.

The event also features another exciting Papua New Guinean boxer, Mili Saul, who will take on a Thai opponent in a six-round contest.

Now based in Brisbane, Saul recorded two victories in 2025, and Saturday night will mark her first outing of 2026.

The main event features outstanding Jackson Jon England, who faces unbeaten Kazakhstan star Sultan Zaurbek (20–0) in a world-level qualifier.

It promises to be another exciting night of international professional boxing put together by renowned promoter Jamie Myer on the Gold Coast.

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VŨ QUANG VINH WINS BY TKO — A PRO DEBUT THAT WAITED UNTIL THE END
September 21, 2026

VŨ QUANG VINH WINS BY TKO — A PRO DEBUT THAT WAITED UNTIL THE END

Vũ Quang Vinh opened HOIANA Legendary on 3 Aug 2024 at Hoiana Resort & Golf with the hardest kind of introduction: a professional debut against Jeong Jae Wook, a Korean opponent who already had four pro fights and a strong chin.

Vinh did not rush the moment. He stayed patient, kept working, and the persistence paid off in the closing seconds when he finished the fight by TKO. The result mattered beyond one debut: it became part of a Vietnamese breakthrough night on a card built around international title stakes.

This was the opener to a historic Central Vietnam event — the first major international dual-title night in the region, with WBO Global and IBF Asia titles, seven nations and eight bouts, presented by VSP Promotions at Hoiana Resort & Golf, Quảng Nam / South Hội An.

Was Vinh’s late finish the most telling moment of the opener?

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DID ANYONE REALLY THINK BENN WAS GOING TO WALK THROUGH THAT RIGHT HAND?
September 13, 2026

DID ANYONE REALLY THINK BENN WAS GOING TO WALK THROUGH THAT RIGHT HAND?

Ryan Garcia didn’t just “get the win.” He shut the noise down in Round 2.

WBC welterweight title. First defense. T-Mobile Arena. Conor Benn coming forward like the script said he would — pressure, body work, try to make it ugly. Garcia had already told the world what was coming: Benn can’t outbox him, so he’ll rush.

And then the shot everyone wasn’t talking about.

Pre-fight, the left hook got all the romance. On the night? A lightning right hand put Benn on the canvas. Eight-count. Benn tried to continue. Garcia swarmed. Referee Thomas Taylor waved it off at 1:25 of Round 2.

That’s not a debate. That’s a statement finish.

Garcia moves to 26-2 (21 KOs). Benn’s big welterweight night ends early. And before the gloves were cold, “King Ry” was already pointing at the next names ringside — Teofimo Lopez… and the old rival, Devin Haney.

So here’s the real question:

Was this the night Garcia reminded everyone he’s still the problem… or the night the welterweight division just got a lot louder?

WHY DID THIS ONE SLIP AWAY FROM MAGSAYO?
September 13, 2026

WHY DID THIS ONE SLIP AWAY FROM MAGSAYO?

Mark Magsayo walked into T-Mobile Arena as one of the Philippines’ most proven operators — former world champion energy, five straight wins, and a second outing under the Zuffa banner on a massive Las Vegas card.

Across from him: Andres Cortes. Undefeated. Top Rank / Zuffa pedigree. The same Cortes who talked a big game about Filipino fighters… and who just refused to let this night become Magsayo’s statement.

Early on, Cortes outboxed him — sharp shots, counters, body work. There were knockdown calls in rounds 3 and 4 that got reversed later — messy optics, but the scoreboard still drifted the American’s way. Magsayo did what champions do late: he pushed, he came forward, he tried to close the gap.

It wasn’t enough.

All three judges: 97–93 Cortes.

Magsayo falls to 29-3 (19 KOs). Cortes stays perfect at 26-0 (13 KOs). Five-fight streak: gone.

This wasn’t a quiet loss. It was a reminder that at this level, starting slow against an unbeaten technician costs you the night — even when you finish stronger.

What’s next for Magsayo after this?

MAGSAYO vs CORTES — UD LOSS

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WHY IS THERE NO NOISE ABOUT THIS FIGHT??
September 10, 2026

WHY IS THERE NO NOISE ABOUT THIS FIGHT??

Mark Magsayo is, without question, one of the Philippines most exciting and best-performed fighters of recent years.

And this is a huge fight on one of the biggest boxing cards of the year.

So where is the love??

Across the ring is Andres Cortes — an unbeaten fighter, a Top Rank poster boy, and a guy who clearly believes he belongs at the top.

But there’s a little history here.

Cortes is the guy previously matched with the Philippines’ own Charly Suarez — and, shamefully, that fight never happened. Cortes was a last minute dropout without offering any explanation.

But afterwards, after ducking a beat down from the King's Warrior, Cortes turned the talk up, dismissing Suarez with:

“I’ll send him back to his 9-5!”

And then went even further on social media:

“You tweaking, I’ll smack him any day of the week — him and Manny Pac-Man.”

Tough talk.

Now Mark Magsayo has the honour.

Shut this guy up — once and for all.

MAGSAYO vs CORTES

September 12, 2026 — T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas

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BOXING BACK IN BEIJING THIS SEPTEMBER  !
September 8, 2026

BOXING BACK IN BEIJING THIS SEPTEMBER !

Botswana’s Moabi Ngaka returns to the ring for a 6 rounds all out war against hot China prospect Hu Xiong on September 26th  - more news coming soon

FIDELIS LAIA v JHON REY TARIAO
October 2, 2026

FIDELIS LAIA v JHON REY TARIAO

Credits to Luis Antonio Fabregar for the fantastic action photos taken at the August 30th 2O26 international event in Manila.

Congratulations all fighters who took part.

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FIDELIS LAIA WINS BY KNOCKOUT
September 30, 2026

FIDELIS LAIA WINS BY KNOCKOUT

Papua New Guinea

Prospect Fidelis Laia started well despite wearing a couple of big shots in the opening round, to defeat the Philippines Jhon Rey Tariao by KO in the second round.

Laia stunned the opponent with a wicked jab forcing him to the canvas, then completed the job with two more knockdowns shortly after.

Big thanks to Mam Cucuy Elorde, Anthony Arieta and the opponent Jhon Rey Tariao for the opportunity to compete with the big dogs.

Well done to Fidelis Laia, who overcame lots of pre-fight difficulties to score a great win.

IT'S STARTING SOON
August 30, 2026

IT'S STARTING SOON

Afternoon session is about to start.

Papua New Guinea boxer Fidelis Laia v Jhon Rey Tariao will be fight #2

UKC XXXIV — SIKLAB NG AGOSTO
August 30, 2026

UKC XXXIV — SIKLAB NG AGOSTO

Elorde Sports Center, Parañaque City, Manila

Sunday, August 30, 2026

MORNING SESSION

Starting approximately 9:00 AM

MORNING SESSION CHAMPIONSHIP

Adam Farhan Nazrine  vs Mandeep Singh

168 lbs — 8 rounds

Vacant WBC Asian Silver Super Middleweight Title

This is the championship centerpiece of the morning session.

Some particularly interesting international matchups

Hazman Siew vs  Singha Siringuan

126 lbs — 6 rounds

This is especially interesting given Siew's recent breakthrough as a regional champion.

Adam Farhan Nazrine vs  Mandeep Singh

168 lbs — 8 rounds

WBC Asian Silver Title

The only championship bout on the morning card.

Keng Fai Hui vs  Mark Angel Sadang

160 lbs — 4 rounds

Hui brings his unusual MMA/combat-sports background into professional boxing

LAIA AND TARIAO FACE-OFF IN MANILA
August 29, 2026

LAIA AND TARIAO FACE-OFF IN MANILA

Weights right !

Papua New Guinea's Fidelis Laia and the Philippines' Jhon Rey Tariao both weighed in at 145 lb for tomorrow's international SIKLAB NG AGOSTO in Parañaque.

Boxers from 9 countries will be vying for supremacy on the giant 23 bout card.

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YAMA WINS BIG IN NZ
August 8, 2026

YAMA WINS BIG IN NZ

And Papua New Guinea are just getting started!

Sheilla Yama has continued her unbeaten rise, defeating Australia’s Jessica Messina tonight at Eventfinda Stadium in Auckland, New Zealand.

Sheilla Yama has continued her unbeaten rise, defeating Australia’s Jessica Messina tonight at Eventfinda Stadium in Auckland, New Zealand.

With the Unanimous Decision victory, Yama successfully defended her IBF International Super Lightweight title, improving her professional record to an impressive 8-0 and rocketing to #2 in the world rankings.

Messina, who previously impressed with a victory at a VSP Promotions event in Vietnam, now moves to 8 wins and 2 losses following her defeat to Yama tonight.

Sheilla Yama and John Ume have been outstanding ambassadors for Papua New Guinea delivering strong performances in recent appearances in New Zealand.

But PNG boxing is only just getting started.

Later this month, Fidelis Laia, the Bougainville Bomber, will head into the cauldron of Asian boxing when he competes at an international professional boxing event in Manila, Philippines on August 30.

Laia will proudly represent Papua New Guinea at an event featuring professional boxers from nine different countries. The flag is flying. The fighters are rising.

Papua New Guinea is only just getting started

ALL PATHS LEAD TO MANILA ON AUGUST 30TH
August 7, 2026

ALL PATHS LEAD TO MANILA ON AUGUST 30TH

Some of the Philippines best young prospects will be headed to Manila later this month, to showcase their talents at the mammoth UKC XXXIV card and repel the advances of foreign invaders.

Boxers from nine countries will be competing for supremacy at this epic international event including : Papua New Guinea, Macao, Canada, United Kingdom, Indonesia, Taiwan, Malaysia, India

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GAB PHILIPPINES YOUTH TITLE ON THE LINE
August 6, 2026

GAB PHILIPPINES YOUTH TITLE ON THE LINE

One of the standout bouts on the August 30 UKC card in Manila will see two of the Philippines' brightest young prospects collide for the vacant Philippine Games & Amusements Board (GAB) Youth Super Flyweight Championship.

Geraldine Oclarit (6-2, 6 KOs) takes on Diory Boy Sixta (4-1, 4 KOs) in what promises to be an explosive contest between two 20-year-old knockout artists.

Oclarit enters the bout with six wins from eight professional outings, while Sixta has rebounded impressively with four victories in his first five fights.

Both fighters scored stoppage wins in their most recent appearances, adding even more intrigue to this evenly matched championship clash.

With a prestigious national youth title on the line, the winner will take a significant step towards establishing themselves as one of the Philippines' rising stars in the super flyweight division.

This cracking fight will take place at the Flash Grand Ballroom of the Elorde Sports Complex in Parañaque on August 30th.

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PAPUA NEW GUINEA
August 5, 2026

PAPUA NEW GUINEA

What are you doing on August 30?

Watching boxing in the Philippines—that's what!

The Bougainville Bomber, Fidelis Laia, takes on the Philippines' Jhon Rey Tariao in Manila on 30 August as part of a huge international fight card.

Fidelis is ready to represent Bougainville and Papua New Guinea with ferocious intent.

Hungry dogs fight harder.

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Italian boxer Danilo Creati in Sydney today with Errol "The Truth" Spence.
August 25, 2026

Italian boxer Danilo Creati in Sydney today with Errol "The Truth" Spence.

Spence is fighting Australian killer Tim Tszyu this Sunday, and despite a three-year layoff, is expected to win.

Danilo Creati was a 5x national champion, and fought in Vietnam against the excellent Ho Chi Minh City boxer Tran Duc Tho.

For the real fight fans - enjoy their contest  !

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FIGHT CONFIRMED  - PNG v PHILIPPINES
August 31, 2026

FIGHT CONFIRMED - PNG v PHILIPPINES

It's more fun in the Philippines  !  

Big international event coming to the Elorde Sports Centre this August 30th.

The Bougainville Bomber Fidelis Laia gets his first taste of Philippines hospitality when he meets Mindanao's Jhon Rey Tariao in Manila.

Explosive to say the least - these boys will be looking to leave the judges out of it.  

KA-BOOM !!

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FIDELIS TO MAKE RING RETURN IN AUGUST?
July 25, 2026

FIDELIS TO MAKE RING RETURN IN AUGUST?

The "Bougainville Bomber" Fidelis Laia is set to head to the Philippines next month for a training camp and has received an invitation to compete on an exciting international fight card in Manila on 30th August.

The event will be staged at the famous Elorde Grand Ballroom, and there is no doubt the hard-hitting fighter from Bougainville would be a tremendous addition to an already star-studded, multi-national lineup.

A huge thank you to our good friends Anthony Arieta and Mam Cucuy Elorde for working hard to make this fantastic opportunity possible.

We hope to have some exciting news to share very soon!

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WHY DO YOU WANT TO BE A PRO BOXING REFEREE?
June 15, 2026

WHY DO YOU WANT TO BE A PRO BOXING REFEREE?

Referees must treat 4 rounds fight with the same level of preparation, dedication, and respect as you would a 12 rounds world title fight.  So how should you prepare?

1.  Research about the boxers on YouTube and their style of fighting.  

2.  No drinking the night before.  Don't eat anything that could cause stomach discomfort.  Sleep early and get a good rest.

3.  Prepare all your gears the night before.  

4.  Meditate and trust yourself that you can do it.  It is not the time for self doubt.

5.  Conduct yourself as if you are on the world stage for a world championship fight. Remeber that everyone is watching.  

6.  It's ok to make a mistake but its not okay to hesitate.  When you make a call, make it loud and clear.

Know that it is not about you.  It's about ensuring the safety and the fairness for the boxers who put their lives in the ring.  At the end, what Tony Weeks said during the Referee training seminar encapsulates it well.  "You do it for the love and respect of the sport".

#professionalboxing #proboxingreferee #IBF #Tonyweeks

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GÃ HẾT THỜI"
June 14, 2026

GÃ HẾT THỜI"

Quá già. Quá chậm. Hết sức. Chỉ là cái bóng của ngày xưa.

Đó là những gì người ta đã nói về huyền thoại Việt Nam Nguyễn Văn Hải trong những tuần gần đây.

Nhưng người ta cũng nói rằng: càng bị nghi ngờ, chiến thắng càng ngọt ngào.

Và vào Chủ Nhật, ngày 21 tháng 6, "Sát thủ Hà Nội" sẽ bước lên sàn đấu để khiến tất cả phải nhớ lại anh là ai.

Các bạn trẻ – hãy luôn tôn trọng các bậc tiền bối.

ĐỔI NGÔI?
June 11, 2026

ĐỔI NGÔI?

Trong suốt một thời gian dài tưởng chừng như vô tận, Nguyễn Văn Hải luôn là một trong những tên tuổi lớn của làng quyền Anh Việt Nam.

Nhưng thời thế đang thay đổi.

Võ sĩ trẻ triển vọng đến từ Sài Gòn, Ly Quốc Dung, đã âm thầm xây dựng thành tích chuyên nghiệp bất bại 4-0 — và anh ấy trông gần như không thể bị đánh bại trong suốt hành trình đó.

Hơn thế nữa, Dung không hề e ngại khi phải đối đầu với một huyền thoại như Nguyễn Văn Hải. Thực tế, anh tin rằng người đàn anh sẽ sớm bị bỏ lại trong cái bóng của mình.

Dung nói rằng anh quá nhanh, quá khó nắm bắt, và đơn giản là quá điển trai đối với “Hanoi Hitman”.

Và biết đâu anh ấy đúng.

Chúng ta sẽ có câu trả lời vào Chủ Nhật, ngày 21 tháng 6

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CUỘC SỐNG CỦA MỘT VÕ SĨ QUYỀN ANH
June 6, 2026

CUỘC SỐNG CỦA MỘT VÕ SĨ QUYỀN ANH

Hôm nay là đối thủ, ngày mai lại là đồng đội.

Trần Đức Thọ của Việt Nam và ngôi sao người Ý Danilo Creati trên chuyến tàu ở Seoul, South Korea.

Cả hai đều giành những chiến thắng ấn tượng chỉ vài giờ sau khi bức ảnh này được chụp.

Có dấu hiệu nào của sự hồi hộp trước trận đấu không?

ĐẲNG CẤP!

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LAIA – TỪ VIỆT NAM VƯƠN RA THẾ GIỚI
June 11, 2026

LAIA – TỪ VIỆT NAM VƯƠN RA THẾ GIỚI

Võ sĩ người Papua New Guinea Fidelis Laia mới đây đã có trận ra mắt nhà nghề trên một sự kiện quyền Anh quốc tế tại Việt Nam mang tên Trigger Promotion 7.

Biệt danh "Bougainville Bomber", Laia đã để lại nhiều ấn tượng dù phải chấp nhận thất bại tính điểm trước tay đấm chủ nhà đầy lì lợm Cao Quốc Việt. Ngay sau trận đấu, anh tuyên bố sẽ sớm trở lại với một phiên bản hoàn thiện và mạnh mẽ hơn.

Và đúng như lời hứa, Laia không hề lãng phí thời gian.

Tháng tới, anh sẽ tới Surfers Paradise, bang Queensland (Úc) để thượng đài cùng võ sĩ chủ nhà Jesse Travers, một cái tên được đánh giá là có thực lực nhưng vẫn chưa nhận được sự chú ý tương xứng.

Travers sở hữu nền tảng nghiệp dư rất đáng nể và từ lâu đã được xem là một võ sĩ giàu tiềm năng. Trong quá khứ, anh từng có những trận đấu rất sít sao với các đối thủ chất lượng như Clay Waterman và Steve Spark.

Sau bảy năm rời xa võ đài, Travers trở lại thi đấu vào tháng 4 năm nay và ngay lập tức gây ấn tượng mạnh khi hạ gục Blake Payne ngay trong hiệp đầu tiên. Giờ đây, anh sẽ hướng tới việc nối dài đà thăng tiến đó khi đối đầu với vị khách đến từ Papua New Guinea.

Tuy nhiên, Laia không hề e ngại thử thách phía trước.

"Đây là cơ hội tuyệt vời để tôi bước thêm một bước trên con đường sự nghiệp," Laia chia sẻ.

"Tôi sẽ tăng hạng cân để đấu với võ sĩ người Úc này, nhưng điều đó không thành vấn đề vì trước đây tôi đã từng thi đấu ở hạng cân đó.

"Tôi tự tin rằng mình sẽ giành chiến thắng. Sau trận đấu này, tôi cũng đã có một trận đấu khác được lên lịch tại Philippines
🇵🇭
vào tháng 8.

"Tôi biết mình bắt đầu sự nghiệp quyền Anh nhà nghề khá muộn, vì vậy tôi phải trân trọng và nắm bắt mọi cơ hội đến với mình."

FIGHTS IN THE CITY

Được tổ chức bởi Jamie Myer Productions

Jesse Travers vs Fidelis Laia

Thông tin sự kiện:

Ngày: 18 tháng 7

Thời gian: Từ 17:30

Địa điểm: Mantra on View, Surfers Paradise, Queensland, Úc See less

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41ST IBF ANNUAL CONVENTION VIETNAM
June 1, 2026

41ST IBF ANNUAL CONVENTION VIETNAM

41st IBF ANNUAL CONVENTION in Vietnam is now complete and we are happy to report mission success.  

300 delegates from 40 countries explored and experienced beautiful Vietnam.  We expect over 150 delegates to extend their stay in Vietnam while over 80% say they plan to come back to Vietnam for future vacation.  We continue to promote Vietnam as a potential destination for international sports events and we need to make it easier for event organizers to get approvals.

Enduring theme of these events is about being "One & Family".  It starts with the "Love & Respect" for the sports that brought us together.  To help each other get better, to share experiences, and remembering that it is all about protecting the safety of the boxers in and out of the ring.  It is not about power over them but rather power to serve, guide, advice, and respect the path they chose. We strive to make it a little smoother and safer.

VBO is pleased to welcome Vietnam Boxing Federation - VBF to join the convention in the organizing committee.  We are joining hands to restart professional boxing in Vietnam.  Stay stuned.  

We will release more photos once IBF has had the chance to review them and release it officially.  

#ibfconvention #grandhotram #vbo #IBF #VBF #professionalboxing #41stibfconvention

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QUYỀN ANH TRỞ LẠI THÀNH PHỐ
June 1, 2026

QUYỀN ANH TRỞ LẠI THÀNH PHỐ

Quyền anh chuyên nghiệp sẽ trở lại TP. Hồ Chí Minh vào Chủ Nhật này, ngày 21 tháng 6.

Thẻ đấu lần này được đánh giá rất hấp dẫn — quy tụ những tay đấm nội địa nổi bật của Việt Nam cùng với các võ sĩ quốc tế chất lượng.

Trận đấu chính sẽ chứng kiến tài năng trẻ bất bại Lý Quốc Dũng đối đầu với tay đấm đầy sức mạnh Nguyễn Văn Hải, khi cả hai đều rất tự tin vào chiến thắng.

Đây là một sự kiện không thể bỏ lỡ tại Trigger Stadium, Thảo Điền.

Hãy đánh dấu lịch của bạn ngay từ bây giờ.

Thông tin cập nhật sẽ sớm được công bố.

IBF CONVENTION VIETNAM
May 26, 2026

IBF CONVENTION VIETNAM

Bạn có thể được tha thứ nếu nghĩ rằng họ đang thử vai cho James Bond 007 tiếp theo cùng “Bond girl” nóng bỏng — nhưng không!

Còn “nóng” hơn nữa là cô nàng người Úc Shanell Dargan (người vừa thi đấu tại Việt Nam), đứng cùng Giám đốc Xếp hạng IBF Ben Keilty và Chủ tịch IBF Daryl Peoples.

Hội nghị của Liên đoàn Quyền Anh Quốc tế (IBF) cực kỳ thành công tại Vũng Tàu hôm nay chính thức khép lại. See less

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TADURAN ĐẶT CHÂN ĐẾN VIỆT NAM
May 26, 2026

TADURAN ĐẶT CHÂN ĐẾN VIỆT NAM

Nhà vô địch thế giới IBF duy nhất còn lại của Philippines, Pedro Taduran, đã có mặt tại Việt Nam hôm nay.

Taduran, người vừa có những chiến thắng đầy ấn tượng trước võ sĩ Nhật Bản Ginjiro Shigeoka, đang ngày càng khẳng định mình là một trong những nhà vô địch lì lợm nhất ở hạng cân của mình.

Là gương mặt quen thuộc tại các sự kiện của VSP, anh từ lâu đã bày tỏ mong muốn được đến Việt Nam — và giờ đây điều đó đã trở thành hiện thực.

Trong khuôn khổ sự kiện của International Boxing Federation, IBF đã dành sự đãi ngộ xứng đáng cho nhà vô địch của mình khi đưa Taduran đến Việt Nam bằng vé hạng thương gia.

Một chuyến đi hoàn toàn xứng đáng cho một “chiến binh đường xa” thực thụ

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Những người bạn boxing từ khắp nơi trên thế giới!
May 26, 2026

Những người bạn boxing từ khắp nơi trên thế giới!

Võ sĩ Trần Tấn Quang Đạo và Lim Song đứng hai bên nhà quảng bá quyền Anh nổi tiếng người Úc Angelo Di Carlo (ACE Promotions).

Angelo hiện đang có mặt tại Vũng Tàu để tham dự IBF World Boxing Convention, sự kiện đang được tổ chức tại Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino.

Angelo Di Carlo được xem là một nhân vật then chốt (đôi khi được gọi là “bố già”) của làng quyền Anh Úc nhờ sự gắn bó lâu dài với vai trò nhà quảng bá, người sắp xếp trận đấu và người hỗ trợ các võ sĩ.

Ông đã góp phần phát triển sự nghiệp của nhiều tay đấm xuất sắc, gần đây nhất là cựu vô địch thế giới Liam Paro.

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Quyền anh Philippines
May 23, 2026

Quyền anh Philippines

Hãy có mặt ngay sát võ đài vào ngày mai và trải nghiệm một ngày trọn vẹn của quyền anh chuyên nghiệp đỉnh cao tại sự kiện UKC Triple Threat — với 19 trận đấu chuyên nghiệp cùng dàn võ sĩ trẻ triển vọng và những tay đấm giàu kinh nghiệm.

Elorde chưa bao giờ làm người hâm mộ thất vọng!

Ngày 24 tháng 5, 2026

DANH SÁCH THI ĐẤU:

Trận chính

Arvin Jhon Paciones vs Richard Laspoña

Các trận nổi bật

Zyvyr John Medecilo vs Tatsuro Nakashima

Junny Bugas vs Jeven Villacite

Claire Villarosa vs Felipe Tiempo

Các trận undercard

Jeff Santos vs Miller Alapormina

Yuga Ozaki vs Jonathan Refugio

Wesley Caga vs Sandy Volante

Ricson Hanginan vs Harry Omac

Salvador Gajana vs Wendel Babasol

Cherry Mae Rosas vs Charimae Salvador

Ronerick Ballesteros vs Pablito Canada

Daniel Balois vs Sherwin Andes

Các trận bổ sung

Cristobal Jr. Legane vs TBA

Vincent Siordia vs Kresler Tenorio

Jeffer Rhoy Mendoza vs Eranio Pisador

Mikko Camingawan vs Rovick Embuscado

Meredy Michael vs Aisah Alico

Ian Carl Muyso vs Marvin Zamora

Franz Carl Muyso vs Ariel Antonio

Hãy rủ bạn bè và gia đình cùng tham gia để tận hưởng một ngày tuyệt vời và chứng kiến QUYỀN ANH Ở ĐỈNH CAO NHẤT!

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ĐẲNG CẤP ĐÃ CÓ MẶT!
May 21, 2026

ĐẲNG CẤP ĐÃ CÓ MẶT!

TONY WEEKS ĐÃ ĐẾN.

Nếu bạn muốn trở thành người giỏi nhất, hãy học từ những người giỏi nhất.

Và Tony là một trong những trọng tài được công nhận và kính trọng nhất trong làng quyền anh chuyên nghiệp.

VBO hân hạnh thông báo rằng tất cả các học viên Việt Nam sẽ được giảm 50% nếu đăng ký ngay qua đường link đặc biệt bên dưới.

Tài liệu đào tạo có sẵn bằng tiếng Anh, Hàn Quốc, Trung Quốc, Nhật Bản và Việt Nam.

Số lượng chỗ có hạn, hãy nhanh tay đăng ký!

Link đăng ký:

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INOUE ĐẾN VIỆT NAM
May 14, 2026

INOUE ĐẾN VIỆT NAM

Naoya Inoue và Katie Taylor sẽ được vinh danh tại lễ trao giải thường niên của International Boxing Federation vào ngày 27 tháng 5, diễn ra trong khuôn khổ hội nghị thường niên lần thứ 41 của tổ chức tại Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino.

Inoue, với thành tích 33 trận toàn thắng (27 KO), đã thi đấu bốn lần trong năm 2025, lần lượt đánh bại Ye Joon Kim (KO hiệp 4), Ramon Cardenas (TKO hiệp, Murodjon Akhmadaliev (thắng điểm sau 12 hiệp) và David Picasso (thắng điểm sau 12 hiệp). Võ sĩ 33 tuổi này cũng đã mở màn chiến dịch năm 2026 bằng chiến thắng tính điểm trước Junto Nakatani và sẽ nhận giải thưởng Jersey Joe Walcott dành cho Nam võ sĩ xuất sắc nhất năm của IBF.

Trong khi đó, Katie Taylor sẽ được trao danh hiệu Nữ võ sĩ xuất sắc nhất năm.

Dù chỉ thi đấu một trận trong năm 2025, nhưng đó lại là một trong những màn trình diễn ấn tượng nhất trong sự nghiệp lẫy lừng với thành tích 25 thắng - 1 thua (6 KO) của Taylor. Cô đã đánh bại đối thủ lâu năm Amanda Serrano bằng chiến thắng tính điểm đồng thuận trong trận thứ ba — và có thể là cuối cùng — của cặp đấu này tại Madison Square Garden vào tháng 7.

Chiến thắng này nối tiếp hai trận thắng gây nhiều tranh cãi trước Serrano vào các năm 2022 và 2024. Tuy nhiên lần này, không còn bất kỳ nghi ngờ nào khi Taylor hoàn toàn vượt trội trong suốt 10 hiệp đấu.

Sẽ còn thêm nhiều thông tin sắp được cập nhật

BANG TIẾP TỤC HÀNH TRÌNH MỚI
May 8, 2026

BANG TIẾP TỤC HÀNH TRÌNH MỚI

VSP có thể khẳng định rằng Le Thi Bang là nữ võ sĩ quyền Anh xuất sắc nhất mà chúng tôi từng được chứng kiến tại Việt Nam.

Bang đã tạo nên một trong những màn trình diễn ấn tượng nhất tại Southeast Asian Games năm 2015 khi giành huy chương vàng trước đối thủ đẳng cấp thế giới người Philippines Nesthy Petecio.

Nếu muốn xem một màn trình diễn hoàn hảo về khoảng cách, thời điểm ra đòn và góc đánh, hãy xem lại trận đấu đó. Đó thực sự là vẻ đẹp của quyền Anh đỉnh cao.

Nhưng chiến thắng ấy đã diễn ra cách đây 11 năm, và sau một thời gian dài rời xa sàn đấu, Bang đã bất ngờ trở lại vào tháng trước tại Trigger Promotion 7.

Ở tuổi 33, Lê Thị Bằng quyết định chuyển sang thi đấu chuyên nghiệp — và cô ngay lập tức tạo dấu ấn mạnh mẽ. Đối đầu với một đối thủ trẻ tài năng của nước chủ nhà, Bang đã thể hiện sự điềm tĩnh và sức mạnh để giành chiến thắng bằng knock-out kỹ thuật.

Tháng tới, cô sẽ tiếp tục thượng đài tại Trigger Promotion 8 ở Ho Chi Minh City, nơi cô hướng tới thành tích 2-0 trong sự nghiệp chuyên nghiệp khi chạm trán tay đấm người Ấn Độ bất bại Sandhya Kanojia.

Con đường đến đỉnh cao luôn đầy thử thách — nhưng những gì Bang thể hiện trong trận ra mắt cho thấy cô hoàn toàn có thể tạo nên điều đặc biệt.

Le Thi Bang hoàn toàn có thể trở thành một trong những huyền thoại thể thao vĩ đại nhất của đất nước.

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THE EAGLE SOARS TO CHINA
May 4, 2026

THE EAGLE SOARS TO CHINA

Botswana’s Moabi “The Eagle” Ngaka is no stranger to Vietnamese fight fans.

He recently stepped into the ring in Saigon against the battle-hardened southpaw Cao Quốc Việt, delivering a composed and skilful performance despite moving up multiple weight divisions for the bout.

That willingness to challenge himself has opened the next door for Ngaka, as Chinese scouts were super impressed with what he showed in Vietnam. The Botswana boxer appeared unlucky on the judges' scorecards that night, and now gets the opportunity to redress that misfortune in Shanghai.

Ngaka heads to China this month, where he will face the nation’s #4 super lightweight contender, Dilixiati Simayi, in a six-round main event at the iconic Shanghai Mercedes-Benz Arena.

Fight date: May 17.

Stay tuned !

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FOREIGN BOXERS SHINE IN VIETNAM
May 4, 2026

FOREIGN BOXERS SHINE IN VIETNAM

Nine foreign boxers competed in the recent Trigger Promotion 7 in Ho Chi Minh City, including two debutants from Papua New Guinea.

Fidelis Laia and Tau Bowen put on cracking performances, and with the benefit of their first international showings under their belt, expect to see both these exciting prospects in the winner's list very soon.

-VSP PROMOTIONS

David Benavidez inspirational
May 3, 2026

David Benavidez inspirational

Năm 2010, khi mới 13 tuổi, David Benavidez đã tập luyện cùng huyền thoại quyền anh số 1 thế giới lúc bấy giờ là Manny Pacquiao tại phòng tập Wild Card Gym.Cậu thần tượng Pacquiao và được truyền cảm hứng để trở thành một võ sĩ vĩ đại, thậm chí còn luyện tập những chuỗi đòn nhanh và đầy uy lực theo phong cách của anh ấy.Mười sáu năm sau, Benavidez giờ đã trở thành nhà vô địch ở ba hạng cân.

SAVOR THE VICTORY
April 26, 2026

SAVOR THE VICTORY

History was made in Ho Chi Minh City this past Sunday , as Timor-Leste’s own Francisco Fernandes carved his name into the sport  - becoming the first fighter from his nation to win a professional boxing match in Vietnam.

Competing on the international stage at Trigger Promotion 7, Fernandes delivered a tough, uncompromising performance against Vietnam’s rugged Phạm Tùng Lâm.

It wasn’t easy, and it wasn’t pretty — but it was exactly what it needed to be.

The grit, heart, and the will to win was there for all to see.

Now 2–0 as a professional, Fernandes is quickly emerging as a standard-bearer for a new wave of Timorese boxing talent. And if this fight proved anything, it’s that Timor-Leste isn’t just showing up — they are coming to BANG !.

And now the whole country can relive it.

The fight video is live — a piece of history ready for Timor-Leste to savor.

Watch and enjoy.

The first of many.

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BOXERS DRESSED TO KILL !
April 23, 2026

BOXERS DRESSED TO KILL !

These shorts have already stepped into the ring in Vietnam— and they’re only just getting started.

Built locally by KO QUEEN

Backed from Melbourne by Vinh Nguyễn Photos

Different paths. Same goal — supporting fighters.

More to come.

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THE FIRST OF MANY
April 20, 2026

THE FIRST OF MANY

Congratulations to Francisco Fernandes, who went 2-0 with a rugged display in Ho Chi Minh City yesterday.

Francisco became the first ever Timorese to win a pro boxing match in Vietnam, and he definitely won't be the last !!

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Dr. Lim Song Talks at Vietnam Sports Economic Summit 2026
March 27, 2026

Dr. Lim Song Talks at Vietnam Sports Economic Summit 2026

80% rủi ro của một sự kiện thể thao tại Việt Nam không nằm trên sàn đấu hay lượng vé bán ra, nó nằm ở một thứ khiến các nhà đầu tư đều e ngại.

Đưa một sự kiện thể thao đẳng cấp quốc tế về Việt Nam là một bài toán kinh tế thể thao hấp dẫn. Khán giả sẵn sàng móc hầu bao, truyền thông săn đón, nhà tài trợ sẵn sàng rót vốn. Thế nhưng, rào cản lại nằm ở khâu hành chính.

Hãy nghe những chia sẻ rất thẳng thắn từ Mr. Lim Song (Chủ tịch VSP - Nhà tổ chức sự kiện boxing quốc tế) khi làm phép so sánh giữa thị trường Việt Nam và quốc tế:

"Hàn Quốc và Malaysia đã có một cách tiếp cận rất thú vị, trong đó các chính sách quản lý thiên về việc tạo điều kiện mang lại doanh thu và lợi nhuận nhiều hơn là các quy định rườm rà về mặt thủ tục.

Lấy ví dụ như khi chúng tôi tổ chức một sự kiện quyền anh chuyên nghiệp ở Hàn Quốc, về cơ bản là không cần phải xin giấy phép từ chính phủ. Chúng tôi chỉ cần làm việc với các liên đoàn hoặc hiệp hội và dồn sức tập trung vào khía cạnh thương mại...

Trong khi đó ở Việt Nam cho đến nay, dưới góc nhìn của một đơn vị tổ chức, tôi cho rằng khoảng 80% rủi ro đến từ vấn đề thủ tục, sự chậm trễ và thời gian chờ đợi để được phê duyệt."

Đây là một góc nhìn cực kỳ thẳng thắn từ người trong cuộc. Khi chính sách quản lý đặt nặng thủ tục hơn là tạo hành lang thương mại, chúng ta đang vô tình tự trói chân mình trong việc thu hút dòng vốn đầu tư thể thao.

Theo ông Lim, việc phụ trách chuyên môn và pháp lý có thể được giao cho các Liên đoàn để nhà tổ chức sự kiện dồn 100% nguồn lực vào việc tối ưu nội dung (OTT, truyền thông, phát sóng, tài trợ...), từ đó tạo ra doanh thu và lợi nhuận cao nhất cho sự kiện hoặc giải đấu.

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UZBEK IN A CLASS OF HIS OWN
March 26, 2026

UZBEK IN A CLASS OF HIS OWN

Some of the most complete fighters in world boxing come out of Uzbekistan.

Technically brilliant. Relentless. Composed under pressure. These are fighters built on discipline, shaped by elite amateur systems, and sharpened into ruthless professionals.

This April, Vietnam will get a very close look at that pedigree when undefeated Uzbek prospect Islombek Pirmanov arrives in Ho Chi Minh City.

And the Uzbek man comes carrying not just momentum—but expectation.

The expectation that he is the next name to emerge from a country that continues to produce world-class talent at an astonishing rate.

Before turning professional, Pirmanov built a foundation few can match.

A staggering amateur record of 230–12 speaks not only to activity, but dominance. It is the kind of experience that forges instinct, timing, and ring intelligence at the highest level.

But it’s what he’s done since entering the professional ranks that demands attention.

Pirmanov stands at 9–0, with nine knockouts.

No decisions. No doubts.

Every fight ended inside the distance.

Clinical. Explosive. Inevitable.

Now, he brings that perfect record to Vietnam—into a boxing scene that is rapidly gaining a reputation of its own. One built on opportunity, but also on accountability. A place where fighters don’t wait, don’t protect records, and don’t turn down challenges.

Standing across from him will be Vietnam’s own Nguyễn Văn Hải, a proven and respected competitor known for taking on difficult fights, often under less-than-ideal circumstances.

A fighter who has consistently stepped forward when others might hesitate.

Which makes this matchup all the more compelling.

Because when a knockout artist with a flawless record meets a battle-tested local who refuses to step back, there is only one possible outcome:

A REAL fight.

On April 19 in Ho Chi Minh City, one of Uzbekistan’s most dangerous rising talents puts his perfect run on the line against a man who has built his reputation on accepting every challenge put in front of him.

For Pirmanov, it’s another statement.

For Vietnam, it’s another step forward.

And for everyone watching, this is exactly what boxing should be !

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TEAM BENAVIDEZ WRITES OFF OPETAIA
March 13, 2026

TEAM BENAVIDEZ WRITES OFF OPETAIA

“We’d Destroy Him” — Team Benavidez Dismisses Opetaia After Glanton Fight

WTF ? Surely April Fool's Day has come early !!!

David Benavidez hasn’t even fought for the cruiserweight titles yet, but his team is already talking about what comes next — and they don’t seem overly impressed with Australia’s undefeated champion Jai Opetaia.

Benavidez is preparing for a major test against Gilberto Ramirez on May 2 in a fight that could crown him unified cruiserweight champion. But while that bout remains the immediate focus, Team Benavidez is already eyeing the rest of the division.

And Jai Opetaia is THE DIVISION  !

But after watching his recent win over Brandon Glanton, Benavidez’s father and trainer José Benavidez Sr. didn’t hold back.

According to Benavidez Sr., the Australian star didn’t look nearly as dangerous as his reputation suggests.

“He looked tired in there,” Benavidez Sr. said.

"He couldn’t get Glanton out of there and didn’t make the adjustments.

With David’s pressure, experience, and power — we would stop and destroy him.”

DESTROY HIM ?

Possibly the drink talking, or tongue in cheek optimism  ?

The Benavidez move to light heavyweight has been successful yet hardly ominous, with Gvozdyk and Morrell showing him that quality bigger boys aren't so easy to push around. These were tough and hard fought battles for David Benavidez, where he possessed no observable physical ascendancy.

And yet Team Benavidez are talking it up as if they already own the cruiserweight division ?

This is Opetaia's house, one that has been built on a trail of broken bodies, enhancing  a reputation as one of the most avoided fighters in the sport.

But for now, Benavidez must first get past Ramirez. And if he succeeds, the war of words with Opetaia could quickly turn into one of boxing’s most explosive cruiserweight showdowns — potentially later this year or in early 2027.

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“BE READY VIETNAM — WE AIN’T PLAYING”
March 11, 2026

“BE READY VIETNAM — WE AIN’T PLAYING”

Papua New Guinea will take its boxing talent on the road this April, with four highly promising athletes travelling to Ho Chi Minh City for an international professional boxing event.

Leading the group is Junior Kauko Raka (seated), widely regarded as Papua New Guinea’s most recognised professional boxer.

Raka says the team is pumped about the opportunity, and confident they can deliver killer performances.

“We know that Vietnamese fighters compete with great spirit,” Raka said.

“I’ve been there before — they got skills and they’re tough brother.

“But I have warning for them.

“My team has been working extra hard, and we’re coming to give everything we’ve got.

We want to show that Papua New Guinea can mix it with the big boys. We're on the world stage now.

“We are real dogs brother. All bite - no quit.

“So please tell Vietnam they better be ready — we ain’t playing.

“We going to shock a lot of people this April.

TRIGGER PROMOTION 7 will be held in Thao Dien HCMC on Sunday April 19th.

The event will be televised and live streamed with an expected international audience of more than 2 million people.

* pictured: boxers Tau Bowen, Magdalyn Menjawi, Fidelis Laia, Junior Raka (seated), with trainer Nelson John (far right)

“NO DUCKING” POLICY IN VIETNAM
March 10, 2026

“NO DUCKING” POLICY IN VIETNAM

Two outstanding fighters are set to go head-to-head in Ho Chi Minh City next month as Vietnam’s growing professional boxing scene continues to embrace its “No Ducking” philosophy.

Vietnamese star Nguyễn Văn Hải has become a respected name in the nation’s fight sports. Despite limited opportunities in professional boxing, the “Hanoi Hitman” has compiled a solid 8–3 record.

What makes that record even more impressive is the context. Many of Hải’s bouts have come on short notice and without a full training camp, and his defeats have all been competitive points losses against unbeaten fighters ranked inside the world’s top 30.

On April 19, Hải will once again answer a late call for a high-level challenge.

Standing across the ring will be Uzbekistan’s Islombek Pirmanov. Uzbekistan has built a reputation as a production line for technically brilliant boxers, and Vietnam is honoured to welcome Pirmanov for this exciting clash.

Pirmanov was an exceptional amateur, compiling a remarkable 230–12 record as a junior competitor.

Since turning professional, he has been even more destructive.

The Uzbek arrives undefeated at 9-0, and every single victory has come by knockout.

Nine fights. Nine knockouts.

For Vietnamese fans, the matchup promises fireworks and perfectly embodies the spirit of the country’s growing boxing movement.

On April 19 in Ho Chi Minh City, the message is clear:

No ducking. No excuses. Just fighting.

JUNIOR KAUKO RAKA, "IT'S ALL BUSINESS"
March 7, 2026

JUNIOR KAUKO RAKA, "IT'S ALL BUSINESS"

They don’t breed them any tougher than Junior “The Prodigy” Raka.

The popular boxer from Port Moresby is set to return to the ring in Ho Chi Minh City this April. Raka was last seen competing in late 2024, when he dismantled Indonesia’s Ricky Manufoe. Despite the long absence, the Prodigy remains optimistic about his prospects.

“I love the sport of boxing – I was born to fight, and it makes me happy to train others, especially the kids.

I have a special place in my heart for Vietnam.

I have very fond memories of the country and the friends I made there.

I’m looking forward to my return in April.

I’m sure my opponent has the Vietnam tiger spirit, but when I step into the ring, it will be business as usual.

I’m aiming for the knockout.”

TRIGGER PROMOTION 7

Sunday April 19th

Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam

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GETTING TO KNOW YIN YIN AU
March 4, 2026

GETTING TO KNOW YIN YIN AU

On April 19th in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnamese fight fans will meet one of Hong Kong’s most experienced female boxing figures when "Winnie" Yin Yin Au (歐盈盈) steps into the ring at TRIGGER PROMOTION 7.

Born on September 7, 1984, in Hong Kong, “Winnie” Au represents the steady wave of emerging fighters from the city’s growing boxing scene.

Competing professionally in the super bantamweight (122 lbs) division, she currently holds a record of 1–0–1, most recently securing a unanimous decision victory at Queen Elizabeth Stadium in Hong Kong.

But her professional record tells only part of the story.

Built Through the Amateur Ranks

Before turning professional, Au built a deep foundation in international amateur boxing.

She competed at the 2020 Asia/Oceania Olympic Boxing Qualification Tournament in Amman, Jordan, where she faced world-class Irish Magno of the Philippines in the women’s flyweight division — a supreme test at elite level competition.

In 2024, she claimed a silver medal at the Olympic Dreamer Tournament, competing in the women’s bantamweight (54kg) category — further proof of her continued ring knowledge, experience, and composure under pressure.

FIGHTER PROFILE

Yin Yin Au

Stance: Orthodox

Height: 5’4” (163 cm)

Reach: 62½” (159 cm)

Division (Pro): Super Bantamweight (122 lbs)

Technically composed and strategically disciplined, Au fights from an orthodox stance and relies on timing, ring IQ, and structured combinations rather than reckless aggression.

April 19 – Hong Kong vs Vietnam

On April 19th in Ho Chi Minh City, Au will face Vietnam’s own Michelle Nguyễn in a four-round bantamweight clash under the TRIGGER PROMOTION banner.

The bout represents more than just a contest — it is part of a potential regional rivalry and collaboration between Hong Kong and Vietnam boxing.

The event will feature three fighters from Hong Kong, highlighting the territory’s expanding presence in Southeast Asian professional boxing.

For Vietnamese fans, this will be their first close look at a seasoned Hong Kong campaigner who blends amateur polish with professional ambition.

On April 19th, Yin Yin Au doesn’t just bring her unbeaten professional record into the ring in Vietnam.

She enters as a veteran of international competition, a silver medallist, and a proud representative of Hong Kong — ready to test herself in hostile territory.

And in boxing, that’s when the real story often begins.

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FIGHTING IS IN THE BLOOD
March 3, 2026

FIGHTING IS IN THE BLOOD

Papua New Guinea is a nation forged in warrior tradition.

From the Highlands to the islands, its people are renowned for fierce tribal pride, striking ceremonial artistry, and a courage that has echoed through generations.

This April 19 in Ho Chi Minh City, that legacy steps into the modern arena.

Four indigenous athletes will represent Papua New Guinea at the international Trigger Promotion 7 boxing event — carrying not only their gloves, but the spirit of a warrior nation.

Tau Bowen, Fidelis Laia and Junior Raka (pictured) will be joined by female compatriot Magdalyn Mengavi as they take on some of Saigon’s brightest young prospects in what promises to be a defining night for PNG boxing.

They are not just fighting for victory.

They are on a mission — to establish WARRIOR as Papua New Guinea’s fight brand to the world.

In PNG, fighting is more than sport.

It is identity. It is pride. It is inheritance.

It's the hurt business — and there is no business quite like it !

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Just HOW MUCH BETTER is CHARLY SUAREZ than Sugar Nunez !!
March 1, 2026

Just HOW MUCH BETTER is CHARLY SUAREZ than Sugar Nunez !!

LEVELS !!!    

Just HOW MUCH BETTER is CHARLY SUAREZ than Sugar Nunez !!

These guys quite simply are not in the same galaxy !!

What happened to Nunez today -

happens to Navarrete next (assuming Top Rank don't duck again!)

But great win today by Emanuel Navarrete  - congratulations champ !

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GẶP GỠ JUNIOR RAKA
February 19, 2026

GẶP GỠ JUNIOR RAKA

Võ sĩ TP. Hồ Chí Minh Nguyễn Phúc Thanh Bình sẽ chạm trán “Thần đồng PNG” Junior Kauko Raka trong trận đấu hạng nhẹ diễn ra tại Việt Nam vào ngày 19 tháng 4.

Sản phẩm 23 tuổi của lò 5BOXING, Thanh Bình đã gây ấn tượng mạnh trong trận ra mắt hồi tháng 1 khi giành chiến thắng TKO ở hiệp 2 trước Nguyễn Tấn Đạt — màn trình diễn nhanh chóng đưa anh vào danh sách những tài năng đáng theo dõi.

Điềm tĩnh dưới áp lực và lạnh lùng trong khâu kết thúc trận đấu, Thanh Bình giờ đây sẽ đối mặt với bước nhảy vọt về đẳng cấp khi chạm trán võ sĩ khách mời Raka — nhưng những gì anh thể hiện trong tháng 1 cho thấy anh hoàn toàn đủ khả năng kiểm chứng đẳng cấp của tay đấm giàu kinh nghiệm đến từ PNG.

Junior Kauko Raka là cái tên quen thuộc trong làng quyền Anh Papua New Guinea cũng như Philippines.

Một chiến binh dày dạn, lì lợm, anh sở hữu vốn kinh nghiệm trận mạc quý giá dù đã có quãng nghỉ dài không thi đấu. Sự cứng rắn, sức mạnh và mưu mẹo của một võ sĩ kỳ cựu khiến anh trở thành thử thách nguy hiểm cho bất kỳ tay đấm trẻ nào.

Với lợi thế sân nhà ở một bên và kinh nghiệm dày dặn ở bên kia, màn so tài Việt Nam vs Papua New Guinea này hứa hẹn sẽ là trận đấu hạng nhẹ hấp dẫn vào ngày 19 tháng 4.

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“TÔI HÁO HỨC ĐƯỢC THẤY GIỚI HẠN CỦA MÌNH”
February 19, 2026

“TÔI HÁO HỨC ĐƯỢC THẤY GIỚI HẠN CỦA MÌNH”

Tay đấm triển vọng người Morocco Badreddine Chbarbar hiểu rõ nhiệm vụ phía trước vào ngày 19 tháng 4 tại TP. Hồ Chí Minh — và anh không hề né tránh thử thách đó.

Được sắp xếp đối đầu với võ sĩ người Úc dày dạn kinh nghiệm Joel Pavlides tại Trigger Promotion 7, Chbarbar thẳng thắn nói về cả những hiểm họa lẫn cơ hội khi bước vào trận đấu với một đối thủ có nhiều trải nghiệm trận mạc hơn.

Sau chiến thắng dừng trận ấn tượng ngay trong lần ra mắt chuyên nghiệp, võ sĩ Morocco thừa nhận Pavlides là một bài kiểm tra hoàn toàn khác biệt.

“Anh ấy chắc chắn sẽ bước vào trận với tâm lý sẵn sàng và động lực rất cao.”

Bản lý lịch thi đấu của Pavlides — được xây dựng qua việc so găng với nhiều tay đấm hàng đầu nước Úc — không hề bị Chbarbar xem nhẹ. Anh hiểu rằng kinh nghiệm có thể chuyển hóa thành sự điềm tĩnh khi chịu áp lực.

Dù vậy, anh tin rằng khối lượng vận động và sự chính xác có thể giúp mình chiếm ưu thế.

“Nhưng tôi sẽ hướng tới việc áp đảo anh ấy bằng khối lượng ra đòn. Nếu tôi phản đòn sắc bén hơn thì việc giành chiến thắng sẽ dễ dàng hơn.”

Chbarbar cũng thực tế khi nói về cảm giác thi đấu và độ sắc bén — đặc biệt khi đối đầu một võ sĩ đang trở lại sàn đấu.

“Độ sắc bén rất khó lấy lại khi bạn vừa mới trở lại.”

Chính vì thế, anh hiểu rằng khi tiếng chuông vang lên, sai số gần như không được phép tồn tại.

“Tôi cần những cú đấm hoàn hảo để không bị phản đòn.”

Anh cho biết quá trình chuẩn bị tập trung nhiều vào việc nghiên cứu bài toán chiến thuật trước mặt — xác định điểm yếu để khai thác và điểm mạnh cần tránh.

“Bạn phải biết mình sẽ đối mặt với điều gì — không có cách nào tôi thắng anh ấy nếu không nhắm vào điểm yếu và né tránh điểm mạnh của anh ấy.”

Thay vì bị đe dọa bởi lợi thế kinh nghiệm của Pavlides, Chbarbar nói rằng kèo đấu này đã nâng tầm tư duy của anh trong trại huấn luyện.

“Điều đó khiến tôi tập luyện chăm chỉ hơn. Joel Pavlides là võ sĩ đẳng cấp cao.”

Và sau tất cả, điều khiến anh hào hứng nhất chính là cơ hội được tự kiểm chứng bản thân trước một đối thủ đã được khẳng định.

“Tôi háo hức được thấy giới hạn của mình.”

Ngày 19 tháng 4 tại Trigger Promotion 7, câu trả lời sẽ lộ diện — khi tay đấm trẻ đang lên của Morocco chạm trán chiến binh dày dạn của Úc trong một bước ngoặt quan trọng của sự nghiệp Chbarbar.

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