Mark John Yap

Mark John Yap

The Journey Man

Lightweight, 135 lbs (61 kg)

Age :

36


Height :

168

cm


Stance :

Orthodox


Region :

Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental


Country :

Philippines


Record : PRO DEBUT


Record :

34

Wins

(

17

KO)

/

19

Loss

/

0

Draws

Mark John Yap is one of the Philippines premier boxers, and arguably one of their best internationally performed in recent times. In the five years prior to the pandemic, Yap literally tore some of Japan’s best fighters to shreds, and picked up three OPBF titles in the process. He has recorded 31 wins as a professional. Amazing considering the caliber of opposition that he has confronted during his incredible career.

This is a vastly experienced boxing star who most recently overcame Papua New Guinea champion Junior Raka in dominating fashion, and will be using this exhibition bout the keep his weapons sharp for a likely bout in Manila in January.

Don’t be surprised to see the Journey Man back in Vietnam in 2023 for a big fight.

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Amateur vs Professional boxer...WHO WINS?
May 16, 2025

Amateur vs Professional boxer...WHO WINS?

NGHIỆP DƯ VÀ CHUYÊN NGHIỆP - AI THẮNG?
Đã có rất nhiều trận đấu hấp dẫn qua các năm giữa các tay đấm nghiệp dư nhanh nhẹn, kỹ thuật và các võ sĩ chuyên nghiệp dày dạn kinh nghiệm.
VSP PRO đã đưa Mark John Yap từ Philippines 🇵🇭 đến Việt Nam để thi đấu với tay đấm nghiệp dư triển vọng Nguyễn Hà Minh trong một trận đấu biểu diễn chuyên nghiệp.

Công bằng mà nói, Mark Yap (người có 34 trận thắng chuyên nghiệp) đã không tập luyện nghiêm túc cho trận này, mà chỉ xem nó như một buổi khởi động để duy trì cảm giác thi đấu cho các trận sắp tới.
Anh ấy rõ ràng trông hơi “mềm” ở vòng bụng và thi đấu khá thoải mái, ung dung.

Ngược lại, Nguyễn Hà Minh trông TUYỆT VỜI!
Anh ấy có vẻ ngoài của một siêu sao thực thụ, và còn có thành tích nổi bật tại các giải đấu nghiệp dư trong nước.

Ngay ở hiệp đầu tiên, Nguyễn Hà Minh đã thể hiện phong độ tốt nhất của mình.
Anh khiến đối thủ "lên lớp" với tốc độ và những góc đánh thông minh, đồng thời trêu ngươi tay đấm người Philippines bằng những cú đấm thẳng như tia laser.
Trong khi đó, Mark John Yap trông như vừa ngủ dậy và đang vội vã đi tìm bữa sáng!

Hiệp 2 cũng có kịch bản tương tự, tuy nhiên về cuối hiệp, Mark Yap bắt đầu lấy lại cảm giác thi đấu, cắt góc và dồn ép “thần đồng” Việt Nam.

Hai hiệp cuối hoàn toàn thuộc về tay đấm chuyên nghiệp Mark Yap.
Anh liên tục dồn ép Nguyễn Hà Minh và bắt đầu tung ra những cú đấm nặng vào vùng bụng.
Mark Yap đã tìm được khoảng cách lý tưởng và đánh gục võ sĩ nghiệp dư đến 3 lần trong hiệp cuối, giành chiến thắng áp đảo.

Sau trận đấu, Nguyễn Hà Minh chia sẻ rằng đó là một trải nghiệm khá bất ngờ.
Anh cảm thấy rất tự tin trong 2 hiệp đầu, cho rằng mình cao lớn hơn, nhanh hơn và kỹ thuật hơn.
Nhưng ngay khi dính cú đấm đầu tiên vào bụng – mọi thứ thay đổi rất nhanh.

"Tôi chưa bao giờ bị đánh như vậy ở các trận nghiệp dư, và tôi thật sự choáng!
Tôi đã cố gắng phản công, nhưng một khi anh ấy bắt đầu đánh trúng, tôi không còn biết phải làm gì để ngăn lại.
Anh ta đánh cả cao lẫn thấp, làm tôi rất bối rối trong phòng thủ.
Tôi từ cảm giác tràn đầy năng lượng, chuyển sang cảm giác như mất hết tay chân – mà lúc đó mới chỉ là hiệp 4!!
Dĩ nhiên đây là một trải nghiệm tuyệt vời với tôi, và tôi tự hào khi được đứng chung võ đài với Mark John Yap.
Đây là trận đấu khó khăn nhất trong sự nghiệp của tôi."

Tối nay, Mark John Yap sẽ đối đầu với ngôi sao nghiệp dư châu Âu một thời – Alexander Fredrikkson – tại Cebu.
Fredrikkson hiện đã có thành tích 2-0 chuyên nghiệp, cả hai trận đều thắng bằng knockout ngay hiệp đầu.
Mark John Yap sẽ là thử thách lớn đầu tiên của anh ấy.

Xem lại trận đấu giữa Nguyễn Hà Minh và Mark John Yap tại đây:

https://youtu.be/KOW0ZEm3Wrw?si=Y5jco5-_2-XF2DwQ
KUMBATI 19 TURNS IT ON FOR THE FANS
May 15, 2025

KUMBATI 19 TURNS IT ON FOR THE FANS

Mark John Yap and Alexander Fredrikkson just made weight for what is undoubtedly the most interesting and talked about match up in the Philippines this year !

The final face-off completed, Fredriksson and Yap looked in cracking shape, and recorded on the scales :

Alexander “The Showtime” Fredriksson - 133. 2 
Mark John “The Journey Man” Yap - 133.7 

Will Fredrikkson's youth and outstanding amateur pedigree prevail ?
Or will Mark John Yap, who has notched up 34 pro wins, and has fought against many of the world's best, simply ask too many hard questions of the top prospect and show him it's age before beauty !!

We have a great and highly debated fight here in Cebu tomorrow !!

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EXPERIENCE VS AMBITION
May 5, 2025

EXPERIENCE VS AMBITION

EXPERIENCE VS AMBITION - WHAT'S TRUMPS ?
Mark John Yap Takes on Alexander Fredrikkson

Mark John Yap, reveringly known as "The Journey Man," is set to face Alexander Fredrikkson in Cebu on May 16th. 
With 34 career wins since 2007, Yap has established himself as one of the toughest fighters in the sport, with a reputation for facing elite competition regularly.

Mark John Yap's has an imposing record :

- 34 career wins since 2007
- 7 losses since 2014, all to undefeated or world-ranked fighters, including:
    - *Angelo Leo (18-0)*: Future world champion
    - *Angel Alejandro (10-0)*: Rising U.S. prospect
    - *Jadier Herrera (16-0)*: Cuban powerhouse
    - *Charly Suarez (18-0)*: Olympian and world contender
    - *Apichet Petchmanee (16-1)*: Thai WBC champion
    - *Jerald Into (11-1)*: Philippines #1, WBC champ

Yap's last fight was a grueling war with Jerald Into for the WBC Lightweight title, showcasing his endurance and skill. Into has since gone on to record a dominant win at Super Lightweight in the WBC GRAND PRIX in Saudi Arabia. 

Alexander Fredrikkson's Rise to Prominence :

Alexander Fredrikkson, a Swedish amateur star, is stepping into the ring for just his third pro fight against Yap. 
With over 100 wins in amateur fights, Fredrikkson has:
- Won 6 national championships
- Ranked #3 in Europe and #5 in the world juniors
- Made a strong professional debut with two first-round knockouts

The Upcoming Fight at KUMBATI 19 :

This bout pits experience against ambition, with Yap's battle-tested skills facing off against Fredrikkson's youthful energy and talent. 
Can Fredrikkson handle the level of opposition, or will Yap prove he's still got plenty of bite? 

The fight is set for May 16th in Cebu, promising an exciting clash between two of the most talented fighters in the division.
THIS ONE REALLY SUCKS !!
February 5, 2025

THIS ONE REALLY SUCKS !!

Bigtime disappointed that this match between old dog Mark John Yap and up and coming star Alexander Fredrikkson failed to meet the approval of GAB.

VSP had already run the story that what appeared to be a mismatch on paper - Yap with 34 wins up against Fredrikkson with only1 win would very likely turn out to be the fight of the night !

The deeds of Mark John Yap are well known. 
But how about this kid who is one of the shining prospects of Omega Cebu. 

Alexander Fredrikkson has been competing since he was 13 years of age, and has already amassed a super impressive record that will likely give him plenty of success as a higher level professional. 
It certainly places him well in advance of your typical early stage fighter !

Consider this :
Fredrikkson went 178-7 in amateur fights. 
He was a 6x national champion, and was ranked #3 European, #5 ranked in the world juniors at his peak.

His only fight as a professional lasted literally seconds into a first round demolition job.

Now regulators like GAB have an important role to play, especially when it comes to the safety of the sport’s competitors. 
But is an inexperienced or debut boxer safe in the ring with Alexander Fredrikkson ?

I say NO !!
Bring on Mark John Yap !!!!
TWO YEARS AGO ALREADY !!
November 17, 2024

TWO YEARS AGO ALREADY !!

Bit of nostalgia here, but this FORTUNES OF WAR was an extremely fun event (despite the many dramas) and well worth revisiting. And you will see that there are lot's of familiar names on this historic fight card.

The Vietnam 🇻🇳 team was spearheaded by Dinh Hong Quân, a guy that had been on a winning run and was defending an IBF Title, but he was having lots of trouble with his weight in the lead up. He even collapsed at one stage and had to be resuscitated at one point !
We had top young prospects Lê Hoàng Hiep and Phan Minh Quân, who fought out of their skins against international pro boxers with more than 70 wins between them ! 
Nguyễn Văn Hải is obviously a legend on the local scene but had been inactive, so he was a bit of a "query" inclusion - yet he produced a memorable performance that culminated in two dramatic knockdowns.
But even more amazing was the debut of another Vietnam kid Thai Hoang Huy - this guy had never even boxed (he was a muay thai student that loved the idea of being a boxer !) And he went in with an opponent that had 14 knockouts in 15 wins - BIG BALLS !!
Suffice to say, the Vietnam 🇻🇳 team had a great experience and a lot of fun at this show - it was held at the beautiful Grand Ho Tram Resort in the coastal area of Vung Tau.

The visiting international team?
Well - some crazy talent on that side of the fence !

Philippines 🇵🇭 - Charly Suarez, Mark John Yap, Arnel Baconaje, Jetro Pabustan and Jon Jon Estrada. 
These guys share plaudits as multiple national and regional title holders, with the unbeaten Suarez currently on the precipice of a world title.

Indonesia 🇮🇩 - Paisal Panjaitan - a really top unbeaten prospect who is now #2 in his country.
Defry Palulu - an Indonesia #2 and WBC belt holder.

South Korea 🇰🇷 - Chan Ho Song - an unbeaten 12-0 guy with blazing hands and a World Youth champ.

Thailand 🇹🇭 - Anuson Thonglueang - a top youth prospect with only one loss in 14 bouts, and who currently sits at #2 rated Welterweight in Thailand. 

Thanks for making this FORTUNES OF WAR a very memorable event boys, you put on a thrilling and entertaining show for everyone that was lucky enough to be there to see it.
VSP wish you continued luck and enjoyment in your boxing adventures ahead.

PS. the main event between Dinh Hong Quân 🇭🇰 and Arnel Baconaje 🇵🇭 was watched by more than 2 million people online ! 

https://youtu.be/wtvhUrz5EVg?si=wFMeYF-L41LBBD7p
WHEN THE WAR IS OVER IT'S TIME TO EAT !
August 18, 2024

WHEN THE WAR IS OVER IT'S TIME TO EAT !

Mark John Yap and Jerald Into fought themselves to a standstill in stifling hot conditions in Surigao del Sur on Thursday night.
The two fighters turned on an all action performance in their pursuit of the WBC Asia title, and both were near collapsed on their stools at round 8.
Fast forward two hours, and despite a few aches and pains, the protagonists had recovered enough to take this shot in the food market which was buzzing for fiesta in Cantilan. 
And it's a great reminder that true professionals are total warriors inside the ropes, and total gentleman outside ! 
Congratulations to Jerald Into for another superb performance - you are making improvements in every fight. 
And big kudos to Mark John Yap for taking on challenges like this. 
Jumping a weight class or two to fight a big guy like Jerald Into is no joke. 
But even more newsworthy is that Yap had to rush back to CDO to welcome the birth of his baby daughter Claudia the very next day. 
Now that is great timing indeed!
Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs Yap on your new addition !
YAP FIGHTS FOR WBC CROWN AUGUST 15TH
August 12, 2024

YAP FIGHTS FOR WBC CROWN AUGUST 15TH

VSP and Elorde team boy Marjohn Yap faces unbeaten prospect Jerald Into for the vacant World Boxing Council (WBC) Asia lightweight belt in the main event of Manny Pacquiao’s “Blow-by-Blow” boxing show at the Cantilan Municipal Gymnasium in Cantilan, Surigao del Sur, on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024.

At 35 years old and with a 17-year pro career, Yap is still a very credible and dangerous fighter. He won four of his last five fights.

Yap is coming off a unanimous decision win over fellow journeyman Monico Laurente last year.

The 24-year-old Into, on the other hand, is a fast-rising prospect who’s been impressive in his five-year pro career.

He’ll be facing his stiffest test against the experienced Yap.

Into is fresh from a second-round stoppage of veteran Jhon Gemino last March 23, 2024.

Yap is 34-18 with 17 knocksouts, while Into is 10-0 with eight kayos.

Meanwhile, knockout artist Fernando Tagpuno Jr. (8-3, 8 KOs) takes on undefeated Jing Aguan (6-0, 4 KOs) for the Philippine Boxing Federation (PBF) featherweight belt and Roslan Eco (11-3, 7 KOs) locks horns with Jayson Brillo (8-2-1, 7 KOs) in the featured fights.

In the undercard, Crisalito Beltran (6-0, 5 KOs) trades leathers with Roger Ocum (4-0, 3 KOs), Jesarial Ancajas (3-0, 1 KO) goes up against Paolo Fortun (3-0, 1 KO), Randy Palma (2-0, 2 KOs) exchanges blows with Nigerian-Japanese JJ Ologun (5-0, 4 KOs), Nico Salado (2-0-1, 1 KO) faces Ricky Cristobal (3-2, 1 KO), Niño Cardoza (3-2) clashes with Hermon Remoroza (2-1, 2 KOs), Ken Danila (2-0, 2 KOs) battles Jayson But-ay (2-0, 1 KO), Benjo Neri (3-2, 1 KO) fights vs. Mark Sabang (2-1-1, 1 KO), Jingie Labtic (1-1, 1 KO) faces Rodrigo Virtudazo (0-1), Sunday Lacar goes up against Elmar Tiempo, and John Ferl Buer (1-0, 1 KO) opens the show against Jurie Micho Evangelista. / EKA

*story courtesy of SunStar Philippines 

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YAP AND NGAKA BOTH WANTING WBF PRIZE
March 17, 2024

YAP AND NGAKA BOTH WANTING WBF PRIZE

The countdown is on !
The Philippines' Mark John Yap and Botswana's Moabi Ngaka will be banging it out in 10 days time to decide the World Boxing Foundation International title.
And both countries are supremely confident of capturing the prestigious prize !

Those in the Yap camp say that this is the lightest they have seen the Journey Man prior to a big fight, and that his training has seen the experienced warrior ascend to new levels.
Moabi Ngaka is famed for his cardio, and has been reeling off 20km runs in amongst a torrid twice daily training schedule of sparring multiple partners at each session. 
This will very definitely be a battle of Mark John Yap's experience and power versus the speed, movement and endurance of the younger and taller Moabi Ngaka. 
But as they say, two dogs - one bone !!
So who you got ????

RUMBLE IN THE OKAVANGO 
Maun National Stadium Botswana 
Saturday March 30th 

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RACE IN BOTSWANA
March 9, 2024

RACE IN BOTSWANA

🇵🇭Mark John "The journey man" Yap 34-18 (Elorde ) vs 🇧🇼Moabi Ngaka 3-1-1 of Botswana
🏆 Super featherweight 10 rounds
📅March 30, 2024

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PHILIPPINES SET FOR AN AFRICAN SAFARI
March 10, 2024

PHILIPPINES SET FOR AN AFRICAN SAFARI

Three weeks out and no signs of nerves, the Elorde team of Mark John Yap, Arnel Baconaje, JonJon Estrada and Jetro Pabustan (trainer) discuss articles of war for the RUMBLE IN THE OKAVANGO on March 30th. 
The event will match many of Africa and Asia's best boxers against one another in Maun, Botswana - a location that is the gateway to the iconic Okavango Delta. 
All three pinoy have significant tasks ahead.
JonJon Estrada takes on South African champion Jeff Magagane in the featherweight class.
Arnel Baconaje meets Steven Bagwasi, arguably the best boxer P4P in Botswana. 
Mark John Yap appears in the main event - a WBF International title match against local star Moabi Ngaka. 
The three Philippines 🇵🇭 boxers will be part of an Asian Team that includes China 🇨🇳, India 🇮🇳 and Vietnam 🇻🇳. 

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NGAKA TAUNTS MARK YAP TO GO TO WAR
February 29, 2024

NGAKA TAUNTS MARK YAP TO GO TO WAR

Botswana’s Moabi "The Eagle" Ngaka " is a man well versed with the habitat of lions, and he will need to draw on all that hometown knowledge on March 30th when he steps into the ring with the Philippines' Mark John Yap. 
The two boxers will contest the World Boxing Foundation International title - a main event contest over 10 rounds to decide the Super Featherweight champion.
And the task for Ngaka is daunting to say the least !

Despite being a talented member of the national team in Botswana, he has literally had to jump at the very limited pro opportunities that have come his way, amassing a 3-1 record. And if you include his bouts not listed in BoxRec, he is already 7-1. 
There is no doubt that Moabi Ngaka has the makings of quality international boxer. 
But against Mark John Yap - REALLY ? 

It's just impossible to see that he has the experience to go with a man that has 17 years in the pro ranks, had an unbeaten run of 10 wins in Japan over 3 years where he tore some of their very best to shreds. Yap picked up three OPBF titles in a winning run that was finally ended in a points loss to world rated #2 Takuma Inoue.

But here's the interesting footnote - Moabi Ngaka specifically asked for the task ! There were a number of easier opponents that the African boxer could have taken, but he chose the Philippines Journey Man instead. 

"I want Mark John Yap !! He is a warrior, so am I - so lets GO TO WAR ! 
I'm not here to play around, I train hard, and I fight harder. I want to test myself with real fighters, and they don't come any more real than Yap."

Those close to the Botswana boxer share his belief, and say he is ripe to pull off a big upset against his Philippines rival. Ngaka is renowned for his cardio and loose movement in the ring, and they are of the opinion that Yap will be air swinging on old legs in later rounds.

"I want everyone to tune in on March 30th - I will say that this will be a war, and I will drop Mark Yap. Maybe more than once. They will all be saying that the EAGLE HAS LANDED."

RUMBLE IN THE OKAVANGO 
Maun National Stadium Botswana, Africa 
Saturday March 30th 

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MARK VS MOABI
February 21, 2024

MARK VS MOABI

MARK JOHN YAP 🇵🇭 PHILIPPINES versus 
MOABI NGAKA 🇧🇼 BOTSWANA 

World Boxing Foundation International title 130lb 
Maun National Stadium, Maun Botswana 
Saturday March 30th 

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"MARK YAP WILL DROP. THIS IS WAR !"
February 19, 2024

"MARK YAP WILL DROP. THIS IS WAR !"

The main event boxer that will face the Philippines' Mark John Yap has made the bold prediction that he will drop his counterpart at least once in next month's headliner.
This is a view that's endorsed by many in Africa that think Yap will age overnight, and that he doesn't have the speed or legs to go with his younger opponent. 

"Africa is different man. It's really hot here, we are used to it. And we have lots to deal with every day, fighting is what we love, and to have old men come to our backyard and beat us ? C'mon man, that just not gonna happen. 
Yah eish we are lions and we hungry !
Yap is a good fighter, but he won't be good against me. But respect - I know he will try hard, he will do his best to make it good for the people watching"

Moabi Ngaka heads a team of 11 boxers from the African nations of Botswana, Zambia, Namibia and Zimbabwe to fight in Maun on March 30th. 
Mark John Yap and Moabi Ngaka will compete for the World Boxing Foundation title at 130lb. 

RUMBLE IN THE OKAVANGO 
Maun Stadium Botswana Africa 
Saturday March 30th 

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YAP PUTTING MILES IN THE LEGS FOR AFRICA
February 4, 2024

YAP PUTTING MILES IN THE LEGS FOR AFRICA

African boxers are famed for their athleticism, their cat like reflexes, but even moreso, their crazy endurance.
Their boxers have great lungs, which makes them ever so hard to beat in longer fights.
And Mark John Yap heads to Botswana on March 30th for a leg sapping 10 round classic with local star Moabi Ngaka. 
Ngaka is fabled for his cardio, and rises at 4am to knock off 20km road runs before the sun beats hard. 
Well two can play at that game !
The "Journey Man" Mark John Yap competed in the Cagayan de Oro "marathon" earlier today, landing a top five finish in the 10km road race. And the good news is, he was doing his best work at the finish. 
Yap will spearhead a top international team in Botswana Africa next month, and is adament that he will have the legs to go with a younger and hungry Moabi Ngaka. 
Ngaka has already raised eyebrows stating he will drop Yap, and make a statement win that will shock Asia.
But dropping Yap will be no easy feat !
Mark John Yap has 34 wins on his resume, with his only losses in recent years being against unbeaten and world rated opponents. Often these were bouts taken at extremely short notice, or out of his weight class. He also has plenty of firepower of his own, sending 17 opponents to the canvas.
The war of words has only just begun !

RUMBLE IN THE OKAVANGO  
Saturday March 30th Maun Stadium 

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MARK JOHN YAP CONTINUES THE "JOURNEY"
January 25, 2024

MARK JOHN YAP CONTINUES THE "JOURNEY"

Big news breaking soon on the next fight for Mark John Yap THE JOURNEY MAN !!

It's BIG, and you will be surprised where he is headed !
THERE AIN'T NO STOPPING NOW !!
December 18, 2023

THERE AIN'T NO STOPPING NOW !!

It's fight day !
UNSTOPPABLE Ultimate Knockout Challenge 
Live from the Elorde Sports Centre Parañaque 
Action starts at 1pm.
ESTRADA AND YAP ARE UNSTOPPABLE
December 16, 2023

ESTRADA AND YAP ARE UNSTOPPABLE

UNSTOPPABLE Ultimate Knockout Challenge coming this Monday in Parañaque Manila, live from the Flash Grand Ballroom at the Elorde Sports Centre. 

The fight list could very well be the best this year, and certainly a great way to finish it :

Esneth Domingo VS 
Michael Bravo 

Carl Jammes Martin VS 
Chaiwat Buatkrathok 

Jon Jon Estrada VS 
Jhon Gemino 

Presco Carcosia VS 
Alvin Medura 

Mike Plania VS 
Daniel Nicolas 

Arnel Baconaje VS 
JR Magboo 

Mark John Yap VS 
Monico Laurente 

Enrique Magsalin VS 
Vergilio Silvano 

Gabriel Santisima VS 
Arjhay Recto 

Melvin Manangquil VS 
Royder Lloyd Borbon 

Christian Gagarin VS 
Zillo Duyogan 

David Santisima VS 
Gabriel Bajada 

Kiyoto Narukami VS 
Christian Tiburon 

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MARK JOHN YAP READY TO GO SNAP SNAP
December 13, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP READY TO GO SNAP SNAP

Vietnam and VSP visitor from the Philippines Mark John Yap is set to finish 2023 the way it started - with a BANG !
Yap defeated the tough Leonardo Doronio by knockout in January, then took time out for the birth of his first child Yuri. 
Despite putting on some weight, Yap came to Vietnam and performed an exhibition against national team boxer Nguyễn Hà Minh, and though looking rusty, he dropped his classy opponent multiple times in the final round for an impressive win. 
Vietnam hosted Mark John Yap once more in July, when he headed to Ho Tram and bested Hasan Sikdar  - once more by knockout. 
The VSP sponsored boxer returns to the ring next Monday on a mammoth card to be held at the Elorde Sports Centre in Parañaque Manila.  And looking at the shape he is in, another knockout would certainly not surprise. 
Mark John Yap ranks with Charly Suarez as amongst the very best foreign boxers to ever come to Vietnam, and we really hope to see him here again in 2024.
YAP TAKES A JOURNEY TO WBC GLORY
September 26, 2023

YAP TAKES A JOURNEY TO WBC GLORY

Mark John Yap has arrived in Manila, en route to Bangkok, where he fights for the WBC Asia title this Saturday night.

Yap will make an audacious bid at the belt, jumping a weight class to Lightweight to take on champion Apichet Petchmanee who boasts a 15 win 1 loss record.

MARK JOHN YAP v APICHET PETCHMANEE
September 15, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP v APICHET PETCHMANEE

WBC ASIA LIGHTWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP

It's Philippines meets Thailand

Watch the Journey Man hits the road once more and will jump in weight in a bold plot to overthrow champion Apichet Petchmanee 15-1.

Saturday September 30th in  Bangkok Thailand.

YAP BROTHERS IN ARMS FOR WBC TITLE
September 14, 2023

YAP BROTHERS IN ARMS FOR WBC TITLE

Mindanao mauler Mark John Yap has been offered the opportunity to add another title to his collection at very short notice, and has enlisted some family help before he heads to Manila. A 3x OPBF champion at 118lb in Japan, Yap is set to make an audacious bid to win the WBC Asia Lightweight title (at 135lb !) in Bangkok at the end of this month. Despite the very short time to prepare, his brother has stepped in to fast track his training for the impending WBC event. But brother Alberto Yap jr is no stranger to the sport of hard knocks  ! The  CDO local is a former amateur star, having even won the Philippines national youth title in a past life  ! Mark John Yap has really proved to be a renaissance man in recent times, and despite having to compete above his normal weight class this month, he is expected to be a huge chance to secure more silverware for the Philippines ! Yap takes on the outstanding Thai champion Apichet Petchmanee, a boxer who boasts a 15-1 record.

MARK JOHN YAP IN WBC ASIA TITLE BID
September 6, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP IN WBC ASIA TITLE BID

Breaking news is the announcement that Philippines Mark John Yap will fight in Bangkok later this month for the WBC Lightweight crown.

Cagayan de Oro product Yap will challenge Thailand champion Apichet Petchmanee (15-1) for the belt that he secured back in late 2022. Petchmanee has been very dominant at home, and suffered his lone points loss abroad at Korakuen Hall against the outstanding Japanese boxer Katsuya Yasuda (10-0)

Mark John Yap has been a revelation since fighting Charly Suarez in Manila one year ago. He had previously done his best work at Bantamweight and was contemplating retirement, but rose to meet Suarez at 130lb.

Despite losing that contest, Yap looked in great touch, and is unbeaten in 4 subsequent fights.

He has defied the stigma of increasing weight, but Petchmanee looms as his first serious test at 135lb.

Mark John Yap v Apichet Petchmanee

WBC ASIA TITLE

September 30th  Bangkok, Thailand

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  !

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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

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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

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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.

POSTCARDS FROM THE GRAND HO TRAM
June 29, 2023

POSTCARDS FROM THE GRAND HO TRAM

Some snapshots from the December event in Vietnam. Some great fights that night.

Big event coming this July 15th.

Mark John Yap will be back, also Nguyễn Văn Hải and a special appearance from Papua New Guinea  hard man Junior Kauko Raka.

MARK JOHN YAP IN MANILA WORKOUT
June 28, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP IN MANILA WORKOUT

MIndanao's boxing legend Mark John Yap is showing no signs of slowing, and will be back in the ring again at a big international event in Vietnam next month.

Yap considered retirement after returning from Japan, which was shortly followed by the pandemic - but was coaxed to lace up one more time in a WBA Title match with Charly Suarez.

His performance was outstanding,  and he followed it up with two quality wins shortly after.

The Journey Man was on a short break since January, after welcoming the birth of baby daughter Yuri, and he put on some kilos in that time.

Yap has been on a six week training camp, and competed in an exhibition bout last month with Vietnam youth team member Nguyễn Hà Minh. Despite looking "rusty" early in the match, he dropped his opponent twice in the final round to etch an impressive victory.

Having just recently arriving in Manila, Yap has been under the tutelage of Jetro Pabustan, who put him through a pads session today.

Mark John Yap will fight at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino in Vietnam on Saturday July 15th. You can watch the match here live.

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DEADLY DUO TO TAKE VIETNAM BY STORM
June 24, 2023

DEADLY DUO TO TAKE VIETNAM BY STORM

Former combatants Mark John Yap and Junior Kauko Raka will meet again in July next month, but this time as friends - not foes !!

Yap and Raka shared the ring in Manila in late 2022, where the Papua New Guinea embraced the ominous task on just a few weeks notice. It was a great fight, and both boxers showed the sort of doggedness which will make them compulsory viewing in Vietnam.

July 15th sees the duo take on top rated foreigners in the super featherweight division.

These two stars will spearhead a big international show at the Grand Ho Tram in Vũng Tàu, and is made possible by Mr. Sang Bum Kim and our friends at Cocky Buffalo.

YAP READY TO TAKE THE SHOW WORLDWIDE
June 20, 2023

YAP READY TO TAKE THE SHOW WORLDWIDE

Mark John Yap is heading from Cagayan de Oro bound for Manila tonight, ahead of a fight date listed in Vietnam on July 15th.

Yap will do some intense sparring in Manila in preparation for his appearance on an all-international boxer event, which will take place at the Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino on the coastal strip of Vung Tau.

The Mindanao boxer commonly known as the Journey Man, the Yap Attack, and even the Fat Yap, will fight a subcontinent boxer optimistically dubbed The Killer !

Full fight card coming soon.

MARK JOHN YAP  - BIG NEWS COMING SOON
June 8, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP  - BIG NEWS COMING SOON

Vietnam  - here we come !

The Yap Attack and Head Coach Jetro Pabustan are headed to Ho Tram Vietnam this July, as they look to reinforce the stocks of Mark John Yap on the world scene.

It is expected that the Philippines star will appear on an all international event, and will fight a young top rated fighter from the Middle East.

Familiar faces to VSP followers, Nguyễn Văn Hải and Junior Kauko Raka, will also compete on the Cocky Buffalo show.

Mark John Yap will return to Manila from CDO for sparring in 10 days time, on the back of an impressive exhibition performance in Ho Chi Minh City late last month.

More news breaking soon.

YAP SHOWS CLASS AT VSP PRO IN VIETNAM
June 1, 2023

YAP SHOWS CLASS AT VSP PRO IN VIETNAM

The Philippines Mark John Yap shows his poise and experience in his excellent win over Vietnam's national team prospect Nguyễn Hà Minh.

WE DONE SPARRING  !
May 31, 2023

WE DONE SPARRING !

Boss Alejandro Belonguel watches two of his prize students in sparring today at VSP.

Doan Hieu and Mark John Yap were impressive winners on Saturday at VSP PRO, yet found the energy to get back in the ring today for some friendly rounds.

The Philippines visitor Yap heads home tomorrow night, but will return to Vietnam on July 15th for a big pro event in Ho Tram.

MARK JOHN YAP STUNS IN VIETNAM WIN
May 28, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP STUNS IN VIETNAM WIN

Mindanao's Mark John Yap wound back the clock in Ho Chi Minh City tonight, with a brutal display over national team prospect Nguyễn Hà Minh.

Yap was returning from a couple of months break from the sport, celebrating the birth of his first daughter Yuri early this year. It was noted at the weigh-in for the Lightweight 61kg clash, that Yap looked a little soft next to his taller and ripped Vietnam opponent.

The Journey Man was given a warm reception by the crowd, who were divided as to how a pro veteran would match up with the slick Vietnam boxer in a highly paced 4 round format.

Nguyễn Hà Minh is only 20 years of age, but is a highly touted member of the Vietnam team,

He is tall, and boxes with beautiful range, has fast hands, and he seamlessly angles between stances to land counters with ridiculous ease.

The first two rounds were arguably won by the local star. The Philippines Yap pressed constantly, but his timing and distance were a little off, and Minh often punished his enterprise with counters.

Despite being outlanded, Yap was undeterred, and always looked significantly dangerous.

Cracks started to appear in the armour of the Vietnam star in the third, as Yap began to find his range, and the momentum shifted noticeably. The Journey Man was walking through Minh's efforts with impunity, and was really chopping his rival to the body. Yap was relentless, and went "old school" brutal in the final round, where he dropped his Vietnam opponent with sadistic attacks to the torso. Nguyễn Hà Minh stoicism saw him meet the final bell, yet had it been a longer bout, the stoppage was perilously near.

Mark John Yap was simply devastating tonight, and produced such a dominant performance on foreign soil, that he was hailed as the winner by unanimous decision.

It was a credible showing by hot national team member Nguyễn Hà Minh, and he acknowledged that Yap's strength and experience overwhelmed him in the home stretch. He will benefit a lot from his encounter with a hardened professional.

But the big news is - YAP IS BACK  !  

The evergreen killer from Cagayan de Oro will return to the ring in a big, soon to be announced fight, this coming July.

FIGHT 7: Nguyễn Hà Minh v Mark John Yap
May 27, 2023

FIGHT 7: Nguyễn Hà Minh v Mark John Yap

Trận đấu chính của sự kiện tối nay  VSP PRO #4  ngày 27/5/2023  "Chưa bao giờ cháy đến vậy "

Trong trận đấu tới đây, Mark John Yap đến từ Philippines sẽ đối đầu với võ sĩ Nguyễn Hà Minh đến từ Việt Nam là một trận đấu đầy kịch tính và hấp dẫn. Cả hai võ sĩ đều có kinh nghiệm và kỹ thuật tốt.

Võ sĩ Mark John Yap là một trong những võ sĩ quyền Anh của Philippines. Anh đã có nhiều chiến thắng ấn tượng trong sự nghiệp của mình. Yap là một đối thủ khó nhai cho những ai đối đầu với anh ấy, anh ta có kình nghiệm, sức mạnh, tốc độ, lẫn kĩ thuật. Mạnh mẽ đến mức nhiều người gọi anh là " Tin Xấu " vì nếu bạn so găng cùng anh ta thì đó là tin xấu cho bạn.

Về Nguyễn Hà Minh đến từ Việt Nam cũng là một võ sĩ quyền Anh, một tuyển thủ quốc gia. Anh đã có nhiều trận đấu thành công và được đánh giá cao về kỹ thuật và sự thông minh. Anh ta sẽ sử dụng chiến thuật nào để có thể đối đầu với hàng loạt đòn tấn công của Yap ?  

Hãy cùng đến và dùng món " khai vị " là 6 trận đấu tuyệt vời của chúng tôi, và rồi là " món chính " trận đấu thứ 7. Ai sẽ là người chiến thắng trong trận đấu này vẫn còn là dấu hỏi lớn. Hãy để hai võ sĩ trả lời câu hỏi này vào tối nay.  

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VIETNAM BRACES ITSELF FOR THE YAP ATTACK
May 21, 2023

VIETNAM BRACES ITSELF FOR THE YAP ATTACK

Elorde's Mark John Yap headlines at VSP PRO next Saturday night in Ho Chi Minh City.

VIETNAM WELCOMES BACK MARK JOHN YAP
May 20, 2023

VIETNAM WELCOMES BACK MARK JOHN YAP

Get ready for the YAP ATTACK  !!

Philippines Mark John Yap heads to Ho Chi Minh City to take on Vietnam national team young gun Nguyễn Ha Minh.

Watch all the action here live from :

Vietnam      6pm

Philippines 7pm

Australia     9pm

VSP PRO IS BACK IN HO CHI MINH CITY
May 18, 2023

VSP PRO IS BACK IN HO CHI MINH CITY

Nguyễn Ha Minh - Vietnam national team 60kg

Mark John Yap -  remorseless and  sadistic killer

Where there's smoke there's fire  !!!!!!!

Live sports entertainment event

Saturday May 27th   Starts 6pm

VSP Boxing Gym

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

YAP CUT FROM DIFFERENT CLOTH
May 17, 2023

YAP CUT FROM DIFFERENT CLOTH

Cagayan de Oro star Mark John Yap has seen just about everything in a professional career dating back to 2007.

The career traverses 16 years, multiple weight classes and countries, and 32 wins that include many prestigious regional honors such as 3 OPBF straps.

But what has characterized Yap, and remains omnipresent, is that the guy is at the core, a surgical serial killer.

He knows how to inflict damage - and he excels at the task !

Mark John Yap ventures to Ho Chi Minh City next Saturday, where he takes on Vietnam national team star Nguyễn Ha Minh.

Minh is a heavier weight class boxer, but you can be sure, this will make precious little difference to Yap.

Brutality is his game !

VSP PRO  Live sports entertainment event

Saturday May 27th   Starts 6pm

VSP Boxing Gym

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

NGUYỄN VĂN DUONG BACK IN THE SADDLE!
May 1, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN DUONG BACK IN THE SADDLE!

Philippines Mark John Yap heads to Vietnam next month to tackle the very deadly Nguyễn Văn Duong.

Yap is a winner of 32 bouts and is Philippines #2 behind Charly Suarez.

Nguyễn Văn Duong is Vietnam's first Olympics representative since 1988. He lost in the round of 16 to the Mongolian pro who damaged Ryan Garcia in sparring for Gervonta Davis.

VSP PRO @ VSP Boxing Gym HCMC

Saturday May 27th

Vietnam Champion NGUYỄN VĂN DUONG takes on Philippines Mark John Yap in Saigon - May 2023
April 26, 2023

Vietnam Champion NGUYỄN VĂN DUONG takes on Philippines Mark John Yap in Saigon - May 2023

Vietnam's best boxer Nguyễn Văn Duong will meet Philippines champion Mark John Yap in an exhibition bout at VSP Gym in HCMC on May 27th.

The Vietnam star will likely be in excellent fitness for the proposed match, after havingthe benefits competing at the SEA Games in early May.

Philippines killer Mark John Yap will visit Vietnam  for a training camp at VSP Gym, in preparation for a big fight this coming July. The winner of an incredible 32 professional bouts, Yap is a 3x OPBF champion in Japan, a country where he was unbeaten for three years prior to the pandemic. Mark John Yap is a dangerous task for the Vietnam fighter. His most recent win was in January, where he jumped two weight divisions and savagely knocked out the very durable Leonardo Doronio.

VIETNAM TO EXPERIENCE THE YAP ATTACK
April 6, 2023

VIETNAM TO EXPERIENCE THE YAP ATTACK

Mark John Yap makes a guest appearance in Vietnam next month, when he introduces local champion and Olympian Nguyễn Văn Duong to his unique brand of violence.

SAY WHAT ?  MARK JOHN YAP IN VIETNAM ?
April 3, 2023

SAY WHAT ? MARK JOHN YAP IN VIETNAM ?

DUONG TO BATTLE PHILIPPINES CHAMP ?

Vietnam's premier fighter Nguyễn Văn Duong hasn't seen much ring time since the Olympics, and will make a return for the SEA Games in early May. But his lack of recent competition has many wondering if the Bac Ninh boxer still has what it takes to fight at the highest level.

Philippines champion Mark John Yap will visit Vietnam in May for a training camp, and former 3X OPBF titleholder is open to working with the local talent while he is here.

A winner of 32 professional fights, Yap tore the heart out of Japan's feared Bantamweight division,  going unbeaten in 10 fights over a 3 year period. His most recent fight was in January of this year, where he jumped two weight classes and knocked out former Manny Pacquiao sparring mate Leonardo Doronio.

Asked whether he would be open to an exhibition bout whilst he is in Vietnam, potentially against a killer like Nguyễn Văn Duong, the Philippines star smiled and said :

" Sure, why not, it sounds like a lot of fun ! Let's make it happen !! "

MARK JOHN YAP BACK TO SCHOOL
March 8, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP BACK TO SCHOOL

Cagayan de Oro fight legend Mark John Yap had a busy start to the new year.

Yap finished 2022 with a torrid exhibition bout in Ho Tram Vietnam, followed up shortly after with an explosive win in Manila against hard man Leonardo Doronio. But amongst the close scheduling of fights, he also experienced the blessing of the birth of his baby daughter Yuri.

The Yap family took some much needed "down time" and this week, the Mindanao star has resumed light training again.

It is expected that fans will see Mark John Yap back in the ring perhaps late April or early May.

Can't wait  !!!

THE YAP DOG IS BITING IN 2O23
February 9, 2023

THE YAP DOG IS BITING IN 2O23

Mark John Yap opened his new year account in stunning fashion, scoring a stoppage win over what appeared to be a very good version of Philippines Lightweight Leonardo Doronio.

Unable to secure a suitable 130 opponent for his first hitout of the year, Yap opted to jump a weight class and get a physical exam with the vastly experienced and durable Doronio.

It was very noticeable at the weigh-in, that aside from being the much larger boxer, Leonardo Doronio was in the best physical shape that he has been in for a very long time.

And he performed very well, while it lasted, and we look forward to seeing Doronio back again this year to see what he can produce.

But for Mark John Yap, it really was a patient yet lethal execution of a necessary task, and certainly showed shades of the brutality that he inflicted on Japan's best fighters prior to the pandemic.

Watch the full fight here, and you will see this dog has got a bite worse than his bark.

Yap Yap !

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JOSEPH AMBO MAKES PERFECT WEIGHT
May 12, 2023

JOSEPH AMBO MAKES PERFECT WEIGHT

What does Dubai, the Philippines and Cuba have in common  ?

Plenty !

Because Joseph Ambo of the Philippines and Dayan Gonzalez of Cuba made weight today for tomorrow night's scheduled battle in Dubai.

The Scorpion looked fantastic at the face off, and even though it is his first hitout at featherweight,  the tall boxer looks really suited to 126lb.

And he will need to be !

The Cuban Gonzalez is a real gun, having won all of his 9 fights thus far - 7 by way of stunning knockout  !

GEMINO AND BACONAJE LOOKING WAR READY
May 12, 2023

GEMINO AND BACONAJE LOOKING WAR READY

Jhon Gemino and Arnel Baconaje weighed in and looked in great shape for tomorrow's RP National title bout in Parañaque.

The two boxers will compete at the Okada Casino in Manila on the undercard of John Riel Casimero.

THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING
May 11, 2023

THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING

Philippines boxers Jhon Gemino and Arnel Baconaje are regarded as two of the country's best super featherweights in recent years.

Despite the pandemic, both fighters found ways to stay busy and hone their craft, forging paths that lead to the same destination of the Okada Casino in Manila this Saturday.

In a dream match up that has often been debated, yet never seeming likely, these two will finally share the ring and contest the Philippines national title.

Jhon Gemino is a dynamo to say the very least, and prior to the pandemic, could rightfully lay claim to be one of the Philippines most dangerous operators.

Arnel Baconaje has devoted his life to the sport of boxing since showing precocious talent as a kid in Iloilo, and the Elorde Southbox star has always known that title fights were written into his destiny.

"The Silencer" has fallen prey to some very ordinary judges' performances at his last two appearances, but is unperturbed.

This is a white hot match up between two of the Philippines most lethal punchers, but there is a strong suspicion that for Baconaje, he is really coming into his own as a fighter.

But if you are a  believer in destiny, then surely Arnel Baconaje will be crowned Philippines KING this Saturday night !!

"TRIGGERMAN" GOT INOUE IN HIS SIGHTS
May 11, 2023

"TRIGGERMAN" GOT INOUE IN HIS SIGHTS

Quibors Gym prodigy Weljon Mindoro takes a gigantic leap in his fledgling career when he takes on Japan's Takeshi Inoue this Saturday.

The Philippines boxer has not put a foot wrong so far, winning all 10 of his bouts, and incredibly, all by knockout !

But Takeshi Inoue boasts perhaps the best chin in the division, having endured all that unbeaten stars  Jaime Munguia and Tim Tszyu could throw ar him, and returning with bombs of his own.

This is very definitely a different task that the Triggerman has faced previously,  and he will need to show great boxing skills rather than power to pull the victory this Saturday night at Okada.

CASIMERO AND GREAT UNDERCARD AT OKADA
May 10, 2023

CASIMERO AND GREAT UNDERCARD AT OKADA

Some high level boxing action in Manila this Saturday night.

John Riel Casimero never fails to entertain, but the undercard looks fantastic, and the national title stoush between Arnel Baconaje and Jhon Gemino may even take mantle as the best bout on the show.

Saturday May 13th

CASIMERO AND GREAT UNDERCARD AT OKADA
May 10, 2023

CASIMERO AND GREAT UNDERCARD AT OKADA

Some high level boxing action in Manila this Saturday night.

John Riel Casimero never fails to entertain, but the undercard looks fantastic, and the national title stoush between Arnel Baconaje and Jhon Gemino may even take mantle as the best bout on the show.

Saturday May 13th

NHANH NHƯ MỘT CƠN GIÓ
May 9, 2023

NHANH NHƯ MỘT CƠN GIÓ

Là võ sĩ đầu tiên của đội tuyển Boxing Việt Nam ra sân thi đấu trong ngày 8/5, Nguyễn Linh Phụng đã "giải hạn" bằng chiến thắng nhanh chóng ngay hiệp đầu tiên.

Phải chạm trán võ sĩ chủ nhà cùng tiếng cổ vũ náo nhiệt từ hàng trăm người có mặt tại nhà thi đấu, nhưng Linh Phụng không hề bị khớp về mặt tâm lý. Anh nhanh chóng tràn lên tấn công, dồn đối thủ vào thế bí.

Sau vài giây đầu thăm dò, Linh Phụng mất chưa đến 1 phút để khiến đối thủ bị choáng, phải đếm ngay hiệp 1. Phút tiếp theo là những màn tấn công nhanh như gió của võ sĩ 10X.

Thế công của Linh Phụng khiến trọng tài sớm quyết định dừng trận đấu sau khi đếm lần 2 và 3. Với chiến thắng của Linh Phụng, Boxing Việt Nam như cởi bỏ được áp lực để hướng đến những trận tiếp theo.

Linh Phụng sinh năm 2000, là võ sĩ của đoàn Boxing Quân Đội. Từ khi lên thi đấu ở lứa tuổi trưởng thành, anh sớm nắm giữ ngôi vương ở hạng cân 48kg, và thường xuyên lên đội tuyển quốc gia thi đấu quốc tế.

#boxingvietnam #ithethaovn #vothuatithethao #seagames32

THE SEQUEL'S SEQUEL NEEDS A SEQUEL !!
May 10, 2023

THE SEQUEL'S SEQUEL NEEDS A SEQUEL !!

Yes - they were that good !!!

Already there has been three cracking fights (we have recently been advised) between The Wolverine JonJon Estrada and Pablito Canada, so good in fact that they will meet again to settle the score.

The first two were atomic bombs, where Canada went all out and looked certain to KO Estrada, only to have the tables turned and end up on the canvas.

The most recent instalment was a strategic yet brutal battle, with the Wolverine punching himself to a standstill and earning a narrow points victory over a physically imposing Canada.

Now it's time for ESTRADA CANADA #4 !!!!This will surely turn into a franchise !

JOSEPH AMBO SATURDAY MAY 13TH DUBAI
May 8, 2023

JOSEPH AMBO SATURDAY MAY 13TH DUBAI

JOSEPH AMBO SATURDAY MAY 13TH DUBAI

Võ sỹ Olympic Nguyễn Văn Đương vừa bị trọng tài xử thua
May 7, 2023

Võ sỹ Olympic Nguyễn Văn Đương vừa bị trọng tài xử thua

Võ sỹ Olympic Nguyễn Văn Đương vừa bị trọng tài xử thua tại hiệp 3 trận đấu hạng 57 kg môn boxing SEA Games 32 và đội tuyển boxing Việt Nam đã phản ứng gay gắt với quyết định này.

Hiệp 1 chứng kiến sự máu lửa của Bautista khi anh liên tục dồn ép Văn Đương vào ring đài và tấn công đa dạng từ đấm móc sườn cho đến những đòn tầm cao. Trong khi đó Văn Đương đáp trả bằng những đòn đấm móc phải tay khá tốt.

Ở hiệp đấu kế tiếp hai võ sỹ tích cực tấn công nhiều hơn. Văn Đương chủ động ra đòn tầm xa nhằm hạn chế đối thủ áp sát tung đấm cực nặng. Còn Bautista có những đòn jab, đấm móc trúng đích khá tốt.

Kịch tính được đẩy lên ở hiệp đấu cuối khi ngay đầu hiệp trọng tài cho dừng trận đấu để bác sỹ kiểm tra "chấn thương vùng mi mắt trái" của Văn Đương. Sau đó trận đấu tiếp diễn, nhưng chỉ hơn 1 phút sau trọng tài lại yêu cầu bác sỹ kiểm tra vết thương của Văn Đương.

Lần này, bác sỹ ra dấu "VĐV không thể tiếp tục" và trọng tài cho dừng trận đấu, tuyên thắng knock-out kỹ thuật (RSC) cho tay đấm Philippines, trước sự ngỡ ngàng của Văn Đương và BHL đội tuyển boxing Việt Nam.

Tại thời điểm này, theo tìm hiểu của Webthethao, bảng điểm chung cuộc cho thấy Văn Đương đang tạm dẫn. Và nếu diễn biến vẫn giống như 2 hiệp đầu thì chiến thắng gần như chắc chắn sẽ thuộc về tay đấm của Việt Nam.

Nhưng rốt cuộc tuyên bố từ trọng tài không thể đảo chiều. Ngay trên đài, BHL ĐT boxing Việt Nam đã tỏ rõ sự thất vọng và phản ánh với trọng tài cũng như bộ phận y tế rằng "vết thương ở mí mắt của Văn Đương không hề nguy hiểm và cũng không ảnh hưởng gì tới võ sỹ này cũng như trận đấu".

Sự bức xúc tiếp tục diễn ra sau khi trận đấu kết thúc khi ĐT boxing Việt Nam tiếp phản ứng với tổ y tế, giám sát, BTC, khi đưa Nguyễn Văn Đương lại chứng minh tay đấm này "không bị chấn thương nghiêm trọng đến mức phải dừng trận đấu". Tuy nhiên, sự vụ không được giải quyết rốt ráo.

#Webthethao #SEAGames32 #Cambodia2023  #boxing

XÁC ĐỊNH ĐỐI THỦ CỦA NGUYỄN THỊ TÂM TRONG TRẬN RA QUÂN BOXING SEA GAMES 32
May 6, 2023

XÁC ĐỊNH ĐỐI THỦ CỦA NGUYỄN THỊ TÂM TRONG TRẬN RA QUÂN BOXING SEA GAMES 32

Chiều ngày 6/5, trong ngày mở màn môn Boxing tại SEA Games 32, nữ võ sĩ số 1 Việt Nam Nguyễn Thị Tâm sẽ có trận đấu đầu tiên ở hạng cân 52-54kg với đối thủ người Thái Lan Jutamas Jitpong.

Jitpong từng đại diện Thái Lan dự Olympic Tokyo 2020, cô từng giành HCB Thế giới 2022, HCĐ Thế giới 2023. Trong quá khứ, Tâm từng đánh bại đối thủ này khi cả hai chạm trán tại giải Boxing Thái Lan mở rộng 2022.

#webthethao #seagames32 #boxing #boxingseagames #nguyenthitam #boxingseagames32

ĐƯƠNG KIM Á QUÂN BOXING THẾ GIỚI, VÕ SỸ NGUYỄN THỊ TÂM CHẤN THƯƠNG SỚM DỪNG BƯỚC Ở SEA GAMES 32...
May 6, 2023

ĐƯƠNG KIM Á QUÂN BOXING THẾ GIỚI, VÕ SỸ NGUYỄN THỊ TÂM CHẤN THƯƠNG SỚM DỪNG BƯỚC Ở SEA GAMES 32...

Trong trận đấu đầu tiên ở môn boxing SEA Games hạng 54 kg diễn ra cuối giờ chiều nay 6-5, võ sỹ Nguyễn Thị Tâm đã dính chấn thương đầu gối ở hiệp 3 và nhận thất bại trước tay đấm Jutamas Jitpong của Thái Lan....

Như vậy, Nguyễn Thị Tâm đã lỡ cơ hội lần thứ 3 liên tiếp giành HCV môn boxing SEA Games.

#Webthethao#SEAGames32#NguyễnThịTâm

GUARANTEED TO STEAL THE SHOW AT OKADA
May 6, 2023

GUARANTEED TO STEAL THE SHOW AT OKADA

Surely a match made in heaven - Arnel  Baconaje "The Silencer" has his eyes set on the RP National belt, but who better than "The Disaster" Jhon Gemino to thwart those ambitions ?

Baconaje v Gemino has been added to what is already a huge undercard to the Casimero bout at the Okada Casino on May 13th, and realistically, could really catch fire and become the fight of the night !

Arnel Baconaje has proved to be one of the Philippines classiest boxers in recent years, and is desperate to show that he is is the best super featherweight on the local scene.

The Disaster shapes as a bit of an unknown quantity, as despite three losses at his most recent, they were narrow points decisions against quality international opposition.

Jhon Gemino is world class when he is at best, having previously knocked out unbeaten Americans Toka Clary and Arnold Alejandro. The Parañaque based fighter also gave world champion Emanuel Navarrete a hell fight before being ultimately stopped in a great clash.

And be at his best he will need to be, as Arnel Baconaje is intent on wearing the Philippines national belt next Saturday  !

JOSEPH AMBO ABOUT TO GO RAMBO !
May 5, 2023

JOSEPH AMBO ABOUT TO GO RAMBO !

Cagayan de Oro prospect Joseph "the Scorpion" Ambo was recently en route to Manila, with ambitions of hoisting the RP National super bantamweight title this month. But the talented 26 year old fighter has been earmarked for bigger things, and will be headed to Dubai on May 13th instead.

The Scorpion will jump up a weight class, and go to battle with the unbeaten Cuban Dayan Gonzalez (9-0) for the WBC Middle East featherweight title.

Gonzalez has looked electric in his career so far, and showed he is now sitting down on his punches more, securing knockout number 7 when he stopped the Philippines' Alie Laurel in March of this year.

But they breed them tough in Mindanao, and CDO boy Joseph Ambo (12-2) shows an excellent blend of skills, work rate and power to ensure the Cuban will need to be on his best behavior.

This will prove to be an interesting bout, because despite the fact that Joseph Ambo has a massive task on paper, the jump to featherweight gives all appearances that it will really suit him. He also has the style that will give the Cuban champ way more problems than his recent opposition.

Great fight coming to Dubai this May 13th !!

And they don't just happen !! This cracking bout was put together by the renowned matchmaker Mujtaba Kamal.  Great work Kamal !!

WELJON MINDORO v TAKESHI INOUE (JAPAN)
May 5, 2023

WELJON MINDORO v TAKESHI INOUE (JAPAN)

Okada Manila Hotel and Casino

Saturday May 13th

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI - A JOURNEY FROM VSPPRO TO WBO STAR
May 3, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI - A JOURNEY FROM VSPPRO TO WBO STAR

Đăng ký tham gia VSPPRO ngay hôm nay để biến giấc mơ boxing chuyên nghiêp của bạn thành sự thật. No pain no gain, không có gì là không thể, chỉ cần thực sự cố gắng và kiên trì, bạn sẽ có cơ hội được tranh tài với những boxer hàng đầu VietNam, cũng như dành được cơ hội thi đấu chuyên nghiệp cùng với những boxer hàng khủng của đấu trường boxing chuyên nghiệp quốc tế. Hãy cùng #VSPboxing tạo nên di sãn cho bản thân cũng như nâng tầm boxing chuyên nghiệp VietNam sánh vai cùng các cường quốc boxing trên thế giới.

Come join with us and prove yourself to the WORLD !

#VSPPRO #VSPboxing

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SEA GAMES!!
May 3, 2023

SEA GAMES!!

Sáng ngày 3/5, "đại quân" gồm 100 thành viên, do trưởng đoàn Đặng Hà Việt dẫn đầu, chính thức lên đường sang Campuchia dự tranh SEA Games 32.Đoàn sẽ có mặt tại Campuchia lúc 13h sau đó di chuyển về làng VĐV.

BACONAJE LOOKS TOWARDS RP NATIONAL BELT
May 3, 2023

BACONAJE LOOKS TOWARDS RP NATIONAL BELT

Iloilo prodigy Arnel Baconaje will make a ring return at the Okada Casino on May 13th on a huge card headlined by John Riel Casimero.

The Elorde boxer has been on the end of tough scoring at his two most recent bouts - an IBF Lightweight clash in Vietnam, and an SD loss to Presco Carcosia in General Santos City.

Despite the quality of opposition, Baconaje appeared to do enough to have his hand raised in both matches, and he certainly showed the attributes of a boxer in hot form.

But that is now all history, and Arnel Baconaje is intent on redemption at Okada on May 13th   - so beware a boxer scorned !

You can watch the full fight of Arnel Baconaje in Vietnam against a boxer a massive 6kg above his usual weight class (it's an amazing performance that has already received more than 800k views !!)

https://youtu.be/wtvhUrz5EVg

NGUYỄN VĂN DUONG BACK IN THE SADDLE!
May 1, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN DUONG BACK IN THE SADDLE!

Philippines Mark John Yap heads to Vietnam next month to tackle the very deadly Nguyễn Văn Duong.

Yap is a winner of 32 bouts and is Philippines #2 behind Charly Suarez.

Nguyễn Văn Duong is Vietnam's first Olympics representative since 1988. He lost in the round of 16 to the Mongolian pro who damaged Ryan Garcia in sparring for Gervonta Davis.

VSP PRO @ VSP Boxing Gym HCMC

Saturday May 27th

Nguyễn Văn Hải thắng cao thủ Trung Quốc
April 23, 2023

Nguyễn Văn Hải thắng cao thủ Trung Quốc

BÀ RỊA - VŨNG TÀU

Võ sĩ Nguyễn Văn Hải bất ngờ thắng cao thủ Trung Quốc Su Xiao Tao bằng điểm trọng tài tại sự kiện quyền Anh quốc tế WBO Chapter 3.

Màn so găng giữa Văn Hải với Su ở hạng Light Weight được quan tâm nhất trong loạt sáu trận của sự kiện quyền Anh quốc tế tại The Grand Ho Tram Strip tối 22/4.

Văn Hải từng sáu lần vô địch quốc gia, nhưng vẫn bị đánh giá thấp hơn Su - tay đấm nổi tiếng của Trung Quốc từng giữ hai đai vô địch IBO Châu Á Thái Bình Dương và đai WBO Châu Á hạng cân Super Featherweight. Võ sĩ Trung Quốc cũng dày dạn kinh nghiệm hơn khi thắng 11 trong 13 trận chuyên nghiệp, trong đó có 6 trận thắng bằng knock-out. Văn Hải mới có bốn chiến thắng, trong đó có một bằng knock-out, qua 5 trận chuyên nghiệp.

Hai võ sĩ đều nhập cuộc thận trọng và chỉ tung ra các pha tấn công thăm dò. Văn Hải chủ động hơn trong di chuyển cũng như tung ra những đòn đấm thẳng. Phải đến cuối hiệp một, hai võ sĩ mới có một số pha ra đòn đáng chú ý.

Sang hiệp hai, Văn Hải tung ra những đòn móc sở trường rất nặng. Đáp trả lại, Su thể hiện đẳng cấp bằng một combo đòn nhuần nhuyễn và hiệu quả vào người đối thủ. Võ sĩ người Trung Quốc chủ động di chuyển áp sát, nhưng sớm phải nhận liên tiếp những pha trả đòn rất nặng vào đầu từ Văn Hải.

Với kinh nghiệm từng giúp bản thân giành hai đai vô địch châu Á, Su liên tục dồn ép Văn Hải vào dây đài. Sang hiệp ba, võ sĩ Trung Quốc ra một đòn đấm nặng trúng đầu, khiến Văn Hải choáng váng. Thế trận sau đó trở nên khá cân bằng và nặng tính chiến thuật.

Bước vào hiệp bốn, Su liên tiếp ra đòn tốc độ, nhưng Văn Hải di chuyển tốt, tránh được hầu hết các đòn thế từ đối phương. Dù vậy, võ sĩ của Trung Quốc vẫn tỏ ra nhỉnh hơn trong hiệp đấu này nhờ lối đánh khôn ngoan và kinh nghiệm.

Ở các hiệp đấu tiếp theo, Su vẫn giữ thế chủ động để gây sức ép. Nhưng dưới sự cổ vũ cuồng nhiệt của khán giả nhà, Văn Hải lên tinh thần, phản đồn mạnh mẽ với một loạt cú đấm chất lượng trong hiệp bảy. Võ sĩ Việt Nam giữ đà này để chơi tốt ở hiệp cuối, và được xử thắng bằng điểm trọng tài hai trong ba trọng tài chấm Văn Hải.

Bên cạnh chiến thắng của Văn Hải, võ sĩ 26 tuổi Phạm Hữu Thương cũng có màn trình diễn ấn tượng trước đối thủ Trung Quốc Zeng Yujie ở hạng Super Flyweight. Trước trận đấu này, Hữu Thương bị đánh giá thấp hơn khi Zeng có gần 30 trận chuyên nghiệp, trong đó có 11 chiến thắng và ba trong số đó là thắng knock-out.

Võ sĩ Việt Nam nhập cuộc tự tin, tận dụng ưu thế về sải tay và chiều cao để tung ra những đòn đấm thẳng rất tốt. Ngược lại, Zengh phòng thủ rất chặt chẽ và có được một số đòn móc trái phản công khá lợi hại. Hai võ sĩ liên tục phô diễn kỹ thuật bằng những đòn tấn công đa dạng suốt trận so tài. Chung cuộc, trọng tài chấm điểm hòa cho cả hai võ sĩ.

Ở trận đấu khác, Song Chan Ho (Hàn Quốc) thắng knock-out Min Saeng Bak (Thái Lan) sau năm hiệp ở hạng Super Lightweight. Võ sĩ 17 tuổi mang hai dòng máu Việt Nam và Hàn Quốc Lee Ju Yeong (mẹ là người Việt) thua knock-out trước Bayarkhuu Ganbaatar (Mông Cổ) trong hiệp đầu.

Kim Gun (Hàn Quốc) thắng điểm Tenorio Romeo (Philippines) sau sáu hiệp. Một đại diện khác đến từ lò Cocky Buffalo, Mikhail Lesnikov (Nga) thắng điểm trước đối thủ người Trung Quốc Zhang Xian Hai.

"THE RISING STARS"  WATCH IT LIVE !!!
April 21, 2023

"THE RISING STARS" WATCH IT LIVE !!!

Romeo Tenorio Jr (Philippines) and Nguyễn Văn Hải (Vietnam) feature in tonight's big bouts from the coastal strip of Ho Tram Vietnam.

WATCH IT HERE LIVE !!!

6.30PM     Vietnam

7.30PM     Philippines

9.30PM     Australia

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI WINS MAJORITY DECISION
April 22, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI WINS MAJORITY DECISION

76-76  77-75  77-75

Nguyễn Văn Hải beats Xiao Tao Su of China who was previously WBO Asia Champion!

Video: https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotions/videos/791534922351276/

TENORIO AND GUN KIM RINGSIDE SEATS
April 22, 2023

TENORIO AND GUN KIM RINGSIDE SEATS

Romeo Tenorio goes for a hunt but the hunter becomes the prey to a young fighter from Korea. Watch ringside action and you be the judge.

Video: https://www.facebook.com/vspgym/videos/1273580226604884/

PRE FIGHT NERVES?  NAH  WE COOL !!!!
April 22, 2023

PRE FIGHT NERVES? NAH WE COOL !!!!

Nguyễn Văn Hải and Team Manny coach Thinh in the room just moments before the big fight with Chinese champ Xiao Tao Su.

Credit also to coach Alejandro Belonguel from VSP Boxing Gym, who was a great cornerman, but somehow missed the photo opportunity  !

LOOK WHO JUST WENT NUMBER ONE !!
April 27, 2023

LOOK WHO JUST WENT NUMBER ONE !!

Congrats

to VSP boy Nguyễn Văn Hải for a polished performance in Ho Tram against the Chinese power puncher Xiao Tao Su on Saturday.

The win propelled the Hanoi Hitman to Vietnam #1, and jumped him over almost 500 other boxers in world rankings.

The Vietnam fighter has always been one of the best known in the amateur scene, and is now finally getting to make up for lost time in the professional ranks.

Vietnam Champion NGUYỄN VĂN DUONG takes on Philippines Mark John Yap in Saigon - May 2023
April 26, 2023

Vietnam Champion NGUYỄN VĂN DUONG takes on Philippines Mark John Yap in Saigon - May 2023

Vietnam's best boxer Nguyễn Văn Duong will meet Philippines champion Mark John Yap in an exhibition bout at VSP Gym in HCMC on May 27th.

The Vietnam star will likely be in excellent fitness for the proposed match, after havingthe benefits competing at the SEA Games in early May.

Philippines killer Mark John Yap will visit Vietnam  for a training camp at VSP Gym, in preparation for a big fight this coming July. The winner of an incredible 32 professional bouts, Yap is a 3x OPBF champion in Japan, a country where he was unbeaten for three years prior to the pandemic. Mark John Yap is a dangerous task for the Vietnam fighter. His most recent win was in January, where he jumped two weight divisions and savagely knocked out the very durable Leonardo Doronio.

SUAREZ v NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI   FULL FIGHT
April 24, 2023

SUAREZ v NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI FULL FIGHT

Take a trip down memory lane !

Hanoi Vietnam October 2019, and last night's big winner Nguyễn Văn Hải fights an exhibition bout with world title mandatory Charly Suarez.

Cracking bout showcasing two of Asia's best !!!

https://youtu.be/_rcPFuJbQts

Van Hai Wins! - Vietnam Star on the Rise
April 23, 2023

Van Hai Wins! - Vietnam Star on the Rise

Van Hai, stepped into the ring this Saturday at the grand Ho Tram, to show the world again why he is called the Hanoi Hitman.

Representing Vietnam against China's Xiao Tao Su in the international line up, Van Hai won by majority decision: 76-76  77-75  77-75

Full Fight Stream - WBO Youth Title - Grand Ho Tram - 22 April
April 22, 2023

Full Fight Stream - WBO Youth Title - Grand Ho Tram - 22 April

The WBO youth Youth Title match was a night full of excitement.

Watch the full event stream here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EQcQu9xAMo

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI MAKES WEIGHT AT HO TRAM
April 21, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI MAKES WEIGHT AT HO TRAM

VSP champ Nguyễn Văn Hải had no troubles making today's "catchweight" for tomorrow's big event in Vung Tau.

Nguyễn Văn Hải 60.2kg was just slightly in advance of opponent Xiao Tao Su 60.1kg for at the weigh-in for their 10 round clash tomorrow.

Former national champion Hải (4-1) will have his hands full with his more credentialed Chinese rival (11-2) and a two times regional belt winner.

CHARLY SUAREZ MEETS THE PRESIDENT
April 21, 2023

CHARLY SUAREZ MEETS THE PRESIDENT

Philippines star boxer was celebrated by none other than President BongBong Marcos today at an awards ceremony in Manila.

Also acknowledged for their outstanding achievements were world champion boxers Melvin Jerusalem and Marlon Tapales.

THIS IS THE FIGHT THAT "MUST" HAPPEN !!!
April 21, 2023

THIS IS THE FIGHT THAT "MUST" HAPPEN !!!

Charly Suarez recently ventured to Australia to take on a man who VSP regarded as that country's best 130lb fighter - Paul "Showtime" Fleming.

The match was as exciting and dramatic as expected, with Suarez clinching victory courtesy of a last round knockout.

But despite the quality of that encounter, there are those in Australia less than convinced.

The feedback was that perhaps Fleming was "faded", that maybe Suarez got lucky, with even some there referring to the Philippines' best as a "cab driver !"

The overwhelming sentiment is that these two great fighters would be no match for a younger and more powerful Liam Wilson.

Queensland star Liam Wilson was responsible for the knockout of former top Philippines 130lb Joe Noynay, and despite a loss, consolidated his fearsome reputation with a cracking display against Emanuel Navarrete just recently.

In an ominous show of power, Wilson rag dolled Navarrete and became the first man in the world to drop the staunch WBO champ.

Impressive stuff, and for Wilson, there are surely big wins ahead.

But Charly Suarez is far and away the best boxer in the Philippines right now, so for Wilson, he represents another significant but exciting challenge.

So how about it NO LIMIT,  

let's fight our two roosters and let's see who comes out victorious !!!!

This is a huge fight for Australia, and for sure, for betting shops, as everyone in the Philippines will be putting their cash on the "cab driver" from Davao !

WHAT'S UP NEXT IN VIETNAM??
April 18, 2023

WHAT'S UP NEXT IN VIETNAM??

Saturday April 22nd

"The Rising Stars" live from The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino. Nguyễn Văn Hải will star on this show.

Saturday May 27th

"VSP PRO" live from VSP Gym in Ho Chi Minh City.

Nguyễn Văn Duong and Philippines bodysnatcher Mark John Yap will star as the main event on a show that will feature Vietnam's up and comers.

VIETNAM BOXING EVENT THIS SATURDAY
April 19, 2023

VIETNAM BOXING EVENT THIS SATURDAY

The beautiful coastal strip of Vung Tau Vietnam plays host to a bevy of talented international boxers this coming Saturday.

Romeo Tenorio Jr of the Philippines will contest a 6 rounds battle with Korean Gun Kim.

The "Hanoi Hitman" Nguyễn Văn Hải will fast track his rise in the rankings if he is successful in the demise of Chinese dual belt winner Xiao Tao Su in an 8 round main undercard.

You can catch all the action here next Saturday night.

THE RISING STARS

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino Vietnam

Saturday April 22nd

WEIGH IN RESULTS FROM HO TRAM VIETNAM
April 21, 2023

WEIGH IN RESULTS FROM HO TRAM VIETNAM

Romeo Tenorio Jr 51.9kg weighed in slightly heavier than his South Korean opponent Gun Kim 51.7kg for tomorrow night's undercard bout at Vung Tau.

Tenorio and Kim will contest a 6 round contest in the Super Flyweight category.

TENORIO READY TO DELIVER "TOUGH LOVE "
April 21, 2023

TENORIO READY TO DELIVER "TOUGH LOVE "

Philippines Romeo Tenorio Jr looked primed and ready at today's weigh in Vietnam for THE RISING STARS show.

"Yong" from the Elorde Davao stable has always shown ability, and his first outing after the pandemic, his win over Julius Bala was a promising return.

Gun Kim is a promising and rangy South Korean, who is 2-1 but perhaps unlucky not to be unbeaten. His loss to Jae Young Kim was by split decision, yet most good judges agree that he should have been awarded the victory.

The match is the first international foray for Romeo Tenorio, and is a great opportunity for the Philippines fighter to secure his 9th win.

ROMEO TENORIO JR v GUN KIM

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino Vietnam

Saturday April 22nd

WATCH IT HERE LIVE  !!!

VIETNAM BOXING EVENT THIS SATURDAY
April 18, 2023

VIETNAM BOXING EVENT THIS SATURDAY

The beautiful coastal strip of Vung Tau Vietnam plays host to a bevy of talented international boxers this coming Saturday.

Romeo Tenorio Jr of the Philippines will contest a 6 rounds battle with Korean Gun Kim.

The "Hanoi Hitman" Nguyễn Văn Hải will fast track his rise in the rankings if he is successful in the demise of Chinese dual belt winner Xiao Tao Su in an 8 round main undercard.

You can catch all the action here next Saturday night.

THE RISING STARS

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino Vietnam

Saturday April 22nd

VSP BOY TAKES ON THE MIGHT OF CHINA
April 16, 2023

VSP BOY TAKES ON THE MIGHT OF CHINA

VSP strong man Nguyễn Văn Hải "the Hanoi Hitman" takes on China's rising star Xiao Tao "the Sadist" Su next Saturday at Ho Tram Vietnam.

Despite the greater experience of his Chinese rival (11-2), Nguyễn Văn Hải was upbeat :

"Every opportunity to fight is a blessing for me. I like to show my skills, and now that I am learning the differences of professional boxing, I also like to show my power.

I have had many fights in different sports, also in amateur boxing. I know to respect all opponents, because they have trained hard to win also. But I also know how to be ruthless, and the China fighter will find out next Saturday what it feels like to face a Vietnam fighter. I wish him good luck! "

ROMEO TO SHOW VIETNAM TRUE ROMANCE
April 15, 2023

ROMEO TO SHOW VIETNAM TRUE ROMANCE

Romeo Tenorio heads to Vung Tau to take on South Korean sharp shooter Gun Kim.

It's sure to be love at first sight !

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino Vietnam

Saturday April 22nd

HITMAN VOWS TO PUNISH CHINESE RIVAL
April 14, 2023

HITMAN VOWS TO PUNISH CHINESE RIVAL

Nguyễn Văn Hải is revered as perhaps the most experienced multi discipline fighter in Vietnam  - but he also lays claims to being pound for pound the strongest !

A man with a passion for physical fitness, Nguyễn Văn Hải went for close to three years without a boxing match, all the time training young pupils in Hanoi in various fight techniques. But a return to the ring last year in Manila against Jerald Into rekindled his love for the sport, and he has since scored two impressive pro wins.

VSP Boxing star Hải will be fighting the main undercard bout  in Ho Tram Vietnam next weekend,  and will be joined by young Philippines prospect Romeo "Yong" Tenorio, who gets his first taste of competition on foreign soil.

Nguyễn Văn Hải (4-1) takes on resuming top Chinese prospect Xiao Tao Su (11-2) over 8 rounds in what should be a thriller.

Asked his feelings on the bout, Hải was very enthusiastic:

" I am very excited to be able to do what I love once more. Each match for me is a gift.

I respect all opponents, but I plan to give him a welcome to Vietnam that the fans will love !

I know I will hurt him and plan to finish him "

Nguyễn Văn Hải v Xiao Tao Su (China)

8 rounds  Lightweight 61kg

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino Vietnam

Saturday April 22nd

VIETNAM TO EXPERIENCE THE YAP ATTACK
April 6, 2023

VIETNAM TO EXPERIENCE THE YAP ATTACK

Mark John Yap makes a guest appearance in Vietnam next month, when he introduces local champion and Olympian Nguyễn Văn Duong to his unique brand of violence.

VIETNAM BOXING SATURDAY APRIL 22ND
April 11, 2023

VIETNAM BOXING SATURDAY APRIL 22ND

The Philippines Romeo Tenorio Jr takes on the South Korean master blaster Gun Kim.

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải meets outstanding Chinese boxer Xiao Tao Su in what will definitely be no place for the faint hearted !

Lots of great international fight action in Vung Tau Vietnam this month  !!

WBO Youth Title Match, 22nd April and the Grand Ho Tram
April 6, 2023

WBO Youth Title Match, 22nd April and the Grand Ho Tram

The fight card has been released!

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino

Saturday April 22nd

AUSSIE STAR HAS A "REMATCH CLAUSE"
April 2, 2023

AUSSIE STAR HAS A "REMATCH CLAUSE"

Paul Fleming is arguably the most talented fighter that Australia has ever produced, and he carried an unbeaten record of 28-0 to the ring when he recently took on Charly Suarez in Sydney.

The Aussie champ put four titles on the line, and a world title eliminator was also up for grabs.

In what was a cracking contest, Fleming brought all his trademark energy and flair. The man known as "Showtime" is renowned for making great fights, his previous effort having been voted Australia's best of the year in 2022.

Suarez waits for notification from the Fleming team as to whether they wish to option a rematch clause in their contract.

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI AND JERALD INTO GET IT ON
April 7, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI AND JERALD INTO GET IT ON

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải is back April 22nd at Vung Tau !!

Philippines Romeo Tenorio will also appear on this card at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino.

This is a clip from last year in Manila, where Hai took on hot unbeaten Lightweight prospect Jerald Into.

It was  the Vietnam boxer's first time to see a boxing ring in more than 2 years, but it turned out to be a quality bout.

Hai has won both follow up engagements since this match, and is now 4-1 in the pro ranks.

"O ROMEO, WHEREFORE ART THOU ROMEO ?"
April 4, 2023

"O ROMEO, WHEREFORE ART THOU ROMEO ?"

Davao boxer Romeo "Yong" Tenorio is set to make a surprise ring return on April 22nd in Vietnam against a South Korean opponent.

Tenorio has been called in at late notice to battle Gun Kim, a young boxer with a 2 win and 1 loss record. The promising Korean had his original combatant succumb to injury, and Romeo has answered the call.

Yong was starting to put it together in the pro ranks, winning 4 of his last 5 bouts prior to a three year break courtesy of the pandemic. But he resumed in promising fashion in October 2022, beating Julius Bala by unanimous decision, and will be looking to impress in his foreign debut later this month.

Romeo Tenorio will fight Gun Kim at the Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino on Saturday April 22nd.

WAR OF THE WORLDS IN VIETNAM THIS MONTH
April 4, 2023

WAR OF THE WORLDS IN VIETNAM THIS MONTH

Vietnam's Nguyễn Văn Hải and the Philippines Romeo Tenorio take on international opponents at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino on April 22nd.

SAY WHAT ?  MARK JOHN YAP IN VIETNAM ?
April 3, 2023

SAY WHAT ? MARK JOHN YAP IN VIETNAM ?

DUONG TO BATTLE PHILIPPINES CHAMP ?

Vietnam's premier fighter Nguyễn Văn Duong hasn't seen much ring time since the Olympics, and will make a return for the SEA Games in early May. But his lack of recent competition has many wondering if the Bac Ninh boxer still has what it takes to fight at the highest level.

Philippines champion Mark John Yap will visit Vietnam in May for a training camp, and former 3X OPBF titleholder is open to working with the local talent while he is here.

A winner of 32 professional fights, Yap tore the heart out of Japan's feared Bantamweight division,  going unbeaten in 10 fights over a 3 year period. His most recent fight was in January of this year, where he jumped two weight classes and knocked out former Manny Pacquiao sparring mate Leonardo Doronio.

Asked whether he would be open to an exhibition bout whilst he is in Vietnam, potentially against a killer like Nguyễn Văn Duong, the Philippines star smiled and said :

" Sure, why not, it sounds like a lot of fun ! Let's make it happen !! "

HO TRAM VIETNAM BOUTS THIS APRIL 22
April 2, 2023

HO TRAM VIETNAM BOUTS THIS APRIL 22

Philippines boxer Romeo Tenorio is rumoured to fight in Vietnam this month, with a bout against South Korean Gun Kim in the offing. The match will be in the 115 lb class, and will be Tenorio's first since October last year, when he beat Julias Bala by unanimous decision. Gun Kim is a fighter of promise, with a 2 win 1 loss career record.

Vietnam's most experienced fighter Nguyễn Văn Hải is set to take on China's Yongcai Liu in the Lightweight 61kg category.

The VSP Boxing star from Hanoi has won 4 bouts since turning professional, and is hoping a win against his Chinese opponent will fast track him in the rankings.

Yongcai Liu is a winner of 6 fights, but has not been active since the pandemic,  so it will be interesting to see what level he is at. The Chinese boxer showed a lot of ability earlier in his career, where Top Rank sponsored him to go to America and learn with their boxers and training staff.

The match will be over 8 rounds and will be the main undercard at The Grand Ho Tram on Saturday April 22nd.

Here is Nguyễn Văn Hải's last fight at Ho Tram in December 2022, where he knocked out unbeaten Indonesian Paisal Panjaitan.