PHAN MINH QUÂN

PHAN MINH QUÂN

The Riddler

Super Lightweight, 140 lbs (63.5 kg)

Age :

24


Height :

175

cm


Stance :

Orthodox


Region :

HO CHI MINH CITY


Country :

VIETNAM


Record : PRO DEBUT


Record :

2

Wins

(

1

KO)

/

Loss

/

1

Draws

The Riddler is the most accomplished of three aspiring Vietnam boxers in the exhibition bouts.

Quan was a youth champion in HCMC, and has continued his boxing training with the hope of becoming a professional competitor later on. He has won at Inter Club level, and he definitely possesses the look of a boxer that can make it to the pros. He is also a good size for a super featherweight, and he still retains some nice amateur touches in his arsenal.

Phan Minh Quan has a real reputation of asking the hard questions of his opponents, and some, well they just seem near impossible to answer.

Hence – The Riddler !

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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
PHAN MINH QUÂN IN KOREAN CLASSIC
October 12, 2023

PHAN MINH QUÂN IN KOREAN CLASSIC

It was a really nice foreign debut for Phan Minh Quân in Korea last Sunday.

Quân took on unbeaten Uzbekistan boxer Sirochbek Ismoilov  - a former amateur champion and national team member.

Vietnam had plenty of good touches, and despite a narrow loss, served it up to the Uzbek champ.

Great quality fight, and Phan Minh Quân will COME BACK STRONGER !

VSP PRO YOUNG GUNS READY TO RUMBLE
October 7, 2023

VSP PRO YOUNG GUNS READY TO RUMBLE

VSP PRO has unearthed lots of hot prospects this year, and three of those that have shone will get their first taste of international competition tomorrow.

Phan Minh Quân, Le Hoàng Hiệp and Lê Tiến Dat all made weight today, and have significant bouts in South Korea on Sunday.

Quân v Uzbekistan   Hiệp v Philippines Dat v South  Korea   so we are hoping for a big day for Vietnam and our boxers!!

Check this page tomorrow  - we will stream the fights live.

VSP PRO STARS HEAD TO KOREA !
October 5, 2023

VSP PRO STARS HEAD TO KOREA !

VSP PRO young guns Lê Tiến Đạt Phan Minh Quan, Le Hoang Hiep are on their way to Korea tonight!  

Matrix coach Thanh will be accompanying them as they will face their toughest challenge yet!

The boys will face tough opponents from Korea, Uzbekistan, and the Philippines at Pochun City, just outside of Seoul.  

Cheer for them as they will be fighting for the pride of Vietnam!!  

The fight will be free live on YouTube.  More details to follow.

October 8, Saturday 11AM Vietnam Time.  

#vsppro #vspboxing #vietnamboxing #VBO #matrix #challenge #koreaboxing

NGUYỄN KHẮC DŨNG GRABS HIS OPPORTUNITY
August 23, 2023

NGUYỄN KHẮC DŨNG GRABS HIS OPPORTUNITY

It was only July 29th that Hanoi boxer Nguyễn Khắc Dũng fought at VSP PRO, and plans were for the strongly built Lightweight to return to the ring in maybe 2 to 3 months.

But a late withdrawal of the opponent of Binh Duong team's Truong Hai Bien this Saturday created an immediate chance to fight that Dũng simply could not refuse.

And as they say, fortune favours the brave !

Dũng debuted at just one week's notice against one of Saigon's most promising boxers - former  youth champ Phan Minh Quân. He returned last month in vastly improved shape, but met an equally improved rival in Tran Tan Quang Dao.

The Hanoi boxer showed great sturdiness under pressure, because Dao arguably put on the best boxing performance of the night.

Courtesy of his improvement, the match up between Nguyễn Khắc Dũng and southpaw Truong Hai Bien shapes as one of the most interesting this Saturday night.

Bien is on debut, but has an extensive kickboxing and muay thai background, and the reports from Binh Duong are that he will be well suited to the professional boxing arena.

This fight has been elevated to the main undercard, and be in no doubt that these two hard headed warriors will do it justice !

Fight 7 Winner
July 29, 2023

Fight 7 Winner

Phan Minh Quân thắng điểm không đồng thuận trước Đàm Ngọc Đức trong trận đấu tâm điểm sự kiện Boxing chuyên nghiệp VSP Pro 6!!!

Hiệp 1: Hai võ sỹ đều cho thấy kỹ thuật tuyệt vời với nền tảng tập luyện boxing bài bản và gặt hái nhiều thành tích ở cấp độ quốc gia.

Phan Minh Quân chủ động ép đài, tung ra body-shot và tìm đòn móc. Trong khi đó Đàm Ngọc Đức dù bị ép đài vẫn di chuyển thông minh và những cú trả đòn thông minh, hiệu quả.

Hiệp 2: Minh Quân vẫn giữ thế thủ high-guard và tiến vào dồn ép đàn em Ngọc Đức. Tuy vậy những đòn tay sau và khả năng di chuyển thoát góc vẫn giúp Ngọc Đức giữ được khoảng cách an toàn.

Trận đấu rất căng thẳng khi cả hai tay đấm đều thể hiện tốt ý đồ chiến thuật. Phải đến cuối hiệp đấu Minh Quân trong tình huống ép đài mới tìm thấy liên tiếp combo đấm móc chất lượng trúng vùng mặt Ngọc Đức.

Hiệp 3: Minh Quân vẫn chủ động áp sát trong khi Ngọc Đức di chuyển linh hoạt, tìm cách phản công và thoát góc. Phải đến khoảng 30 giây cuối cùng hiệp đấu mới "nóng" khi cả hai võ sỹ đứng giữa đài liên tục đổi đòn cực kỳ hấp dẫn.

Hiệp 4: Kịch bản "nóng bỏng" ở cuối hiệp 3 được cả hai tay đấm tiếp tục thể hiện ở 3 phút hiệp đấu thứ 4. Không còn nhiều tình huống di chuyển, thay vào đó cả hai hầu như chỉ đứng ở giữa đài và liên tục đổi đòn.

Dù tốc độ né đòn khá tốt nhưng Ngọc Đức vẫn dính nhiều đòn hơn. Những cú đấm móc và jab của Minh Quân cho thấy sự chuẩn xác và hiệu quả tốt hơn góp phần giúp anh ghi điểm ở hiệp đấu quyết định.

Kết quả: 39-37, 39-37, 38-38. Phan Minh Quân thắng điểm không đồng thuận.

#webthethao #boxing #VSPBoxing #phanminhquan

VSP PRO 6 READY
July 28, 2023

VSP PRO 6 READY

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

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

"Khán giả thích những màn kịch", "Họ thích những màn trình diễn chứ không chỉ là các cuộc đấu tay đôi", ông Lim Song, người sáng lập chuỗi sự kiện VSP Pro phân tích với các võ sĩ ở buổi cân kí VSP Pro 6 chiều ngày 28/7 tại TP. Hồ Chí Minh.

#webthethao #boxing #quyenanh #VSPpro #VSPpro6 #VSPboxing

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

"VSP PRO" VIETNAM COMING THIS SATURDAY

Watch it here live !

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

Saturday July 29th    Start : 6pm

Here are the results of VSP PRO 5
June 17, 2023

Here are the results of VSP PRO 5

Here are the results of VSP PRO 5

HOTTEST TICKET IN SAIGON TONIGHT
June 16, 2023

HOTTEST TICKET IN SAIGON TONIGHT

Yes, it's rainy season, but Saturday nights in Saigon are now getting hotter.

HOW HOT ?

Well VSP PRO is back again - TONIGHT  !!

Action starts at 6pm, live from VSP Gym.

Please arrive  early !!!

THE RIDDLER SETS BRAIN TEASER JUNE 17TH
June 3, 2023

THE RIDDLER SETS BRAIN TEASER JUNE 17TH

THE RIDDLER SETS BRAIN TEASER JUNE 17TH

Future star Phan Minh Quân will be fighting at

VSP PRO 5 in Ho Chi Minh City at VSP Gym on

Saturday June 17th.

The Saigon local is known as The Riddler, because of his ability to set traps and ask tricky questions of opponents.

Quân is a former Youth Champion and famously fought Philippines hard man Mark John Yap in an exhibition match in Ho Tram late last year.

Phan Minh Quân made his professional debut win last month in impressive fashion.

Watch The Riddler take on the Journey Man Mark John Yap at the Fortunes of War last December :

PHAN MINH QUÂN A STAR ON THE RISE
May 18, 2023

PHAN MINH QUÂN A STAR ON THE RISE

VSP PRO returns to brighten Saigon Saturdays  !!

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

HANOI'S NEW KID ON THE BLOCK - March 25th
March 7, 2023

HANOI'S NEW KID ON THE BLOCK - March 25th

HANOI'S NEW KID ON THE BLOCK!

Outstanding youth prospect Bùi Việt Hoàng made a big splash at his pro debut in February 2023. The Hanoi Boxing Academy protégée was exhilarating, fighting a Draw with and equally talented Phan Minh Quân from HCMC.

Hoàng returns to VSP PRO later this month, and gets an opportunity to open his professional account. Watch this northern boy - he is just turned 18 and may just end up one of Vietnam's best fighters !

Don't say we didn't tell you !!!

"VSP PRO" PROFESSIONAL BOXING EVENT
February 25, 2023

"VSP PRO" PROFESSIONAL BOXING EVENT

Saturday February 25th  Starts 6pm

ARRIVE EARLY!

VSP Boxing Gym

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

PREY BECOMES THE PREDATOR!
January 12, 2023

PREY BECOMES THE PREDATOR!

When we enlisted @anhnquan to fight against @markjohn_yap on an exhibition match during #FortunesOfWar event at #grandhotram, we wondered if this Vietnamese debutant can even survive the first 2 rounds against a veteran boxer such as Mark John Yap who has had 48 professional fights with 31 wins and 50% KO rate! Yap also held OPBF champion title 3 times! The result was completely unexpected as Quan turned the table around and often stalked the former champion around the ring. This kid has got talents! See the fight on our YouTube channel and tell us what you think!
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https://youtu.be/AAKLQnYchVM
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#vsppromotions #fortunesofwar #Boxingvietnam #boxing #inspiration #nevergiveup #prey #proboxing #grandhotram

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FULL FIGHT  - Phan Minh Quân vs Mark John Yap
December 15, 2022

FULL FIGHT - Phan Minh Quân vs Mark John Yap

Former HCMC youth champ jumps to the big stage and takes on the might of 3x OPBF winner Mark John Yap.

Super entertaining bout that was unfortunately stopped early due to a head cut to the Philippines star.

MARK JOHN YAP GETS A TORRID WELCOME
December 13, 2022

MARK JOHN YAP GETS A TORRID WELCOME

Philippines Mark John Yap received a solid workout at Fortunes of War, a great bout unfortunately cut short in round 3 due to accidental head clash.

Yap and Vietnam opponent Phan Minh Quân both enjoyed good moments early on, with the pinoy star getting a cut above the right eye very late in round one.

The Philippines boxer got the best of the second round, and the fighters followed that with toe to toe action, only to be halted by the ring doctor shortly after.

This was a great display by former HCMC youth boxer Quân, who clearly relished the challenge of fighting an established star like Mark John Yap.

You can watch the full fight here :

https://youtu.be/xg0t8BYjUWI

FORTUNES OF WAR FIGHT REPLAYS
December 11, 2022

FORTUNES OF WAR FIGHT REPLAYS

FORTUNES OF WAR FIGHT REPLAYS

All the action from 7 great bouts at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino :

OFFICIAL WEIGHT: PHAN MINH QUAN VS MARK JOHN YAP
December 9, 2022

OFFICIAL WEIGHT: PHAN MINH QUAN VS MARK JOHN YAP

Phan Minh Quân   58.9kg     (Vietnam)

Mark John Yap      59.2kg    (Philippines)

FIHT 4: Mark John Yap v Phan Minh Quân
December 3, 2022

FIHT 4: Mark John Yap v Phan Minh Quân

FORTUNES OF WAR - MEET OUR FIGHTERS

Mark John Yap v Phan Minh Quân  -   Fight 4

PHAN MINH QUAN  Debut

23 yrs old / Orthodox / The Riddler / 170cm / 59kg Super Featherweight

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam / Matrix Boxing HCMC

The Riddler is the most accomplished of three aspiring Vietnam boxers in the exhibition bouts.

That said, he faces the most daunting opponent – 3 times OPBF champion Mark John Yap,

Quan was a youth champion in HCMC, and has continued his boxing training with the hope of becoming a professional competitor later on. He has won at Inter Club level, and he definitely possesses the look of a boxer that can make it to the pros. He is also a good size for a super featherweight, and he still retains some nice amateur touches in his arsenal.

Phan Minh Quan has a real reputation of asking the hard questions of his opponents, and some, well they just seem near impossible to answer.

Hence – The Riddler !

MARK JOHN YAP  31 wins

33 yrs old / Orthodox / The Journey Man / 168cm / 59kg Super Featherweight

Cagayan de Oro, Philippines / VSP Elorde Manila

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.

Of course, he has to get past Phan Minh Quan first!

THOSE THAT DARE TO DO THE IMPOSSIBLE
November 21, 2022

THOSE THAT DARE TO DO THE IMPOSSIBLE

With Fortunes of War only weeks away we thought we'd check in with these Vietnam Tigers and see how they are looking in their preparations.

The answer: AMAZING  !

These three young prospects are daring to dream big, and will be fighting professional stars from the Philippines on December 10.

They are all on steep learning paths, and it will be a significant task just to survive their battles in Ho Tram.

(Thee princes from left)

Le Hoang Hiep fights Jetro Pabustan.

Phan Minh Quân fights Mark John Yap.

Thai Hoang Huy fights JonJon Estrada.

The boys are in super shape already and are almost at their assigned fighting weights.

Good luck to our Vietnam  warriors!

FORTUNES OF WAR

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino Vietnam

Saturday December 10

THE GRAND HO TRAM CHASING GREATNESS
November 19, 2022

THE GRAND HO TRAM CHASING GREATNESS

Vietnam is a hotbed of boxing talent, and there are many picturesque locations in that special country  to show case the best action matches to fight fans.

The Grand Ho Tram situated  in the southern beach area of Vung Tau is simply iconic, and as the name suggests, they have some very GRAND plans.

This beautiful coastal resort plans to be "THE PLACE" for boxing in Asia  - think of Vegas by the beach !

And yes again, they actually have an incredible Casino  (and a Greg Norman designed golf course too !)

The Grand Ho Tram have already staged two events this year, and on December 10, are going all out with the biggest sports event in Vietnam this year.

The Fortunes of War event brings together many of Asia's best fighters for the very first time, and will host three title matches sanctioned by the IBF and WBO.

The event will also embrace the fun side of boxing, and will avail three novice Vietnam prospects the opportunity to share the ring with top foreign professionals. These exhibition bouts will be fast and furious and held over 4 rounds - if they go that long!

Congratulations

to our friends at The Grand Ho Tram for being such great supporters of boxing, and for hosting the most iconic sports event in Vietnam this year.

A perfect way to end 2022 !

FORTUNES OF WAR

The Grand Ho Tram Resort Vietnam

Saturday December 10

FORTUNES OF WAR COMING TO VIETNAM
November 17, 2022

FORTUNES OF WAR COMING TO VIETNAM

Mark your calendars, this is rhe biggest sports event in Vietnam this year, and the perfect end to the year if you are a fight fan !

The Grand Ho Tram aims to become the boxing mecca, and have secured many of Asia's best boxers for the "Fortunes of War" event.

This iconic event, which is spearheaded by three titles fights, will be broadcast by Webthethao in Vietnam, and Elorde TV and Solar Sports in the Philippines.

THE GRAND HO TRAM RESORT VIETNAM

Saturday December 10

THE GRAND HO TRAM JUST GOT HOTTER !!!
November 14, 2022

THE GRAND HO TRAM JUST GOT HOTTER !!!

THE GRAND HO TRAM JUST GOT HOTTER !!!

Saturday December 10   Fortunes of War !

Latest news

Michael Pengue wins WBC Australasian title
December 19, 2021

Michael Pengue wins WBC Australasian title

MICHAEL PENGUE NOW A WBC CHAMP !

Big congratulation to one of the most popular boxers to compete in Vietnam at VSP events. Mickey Pengue was twice a World Team member at the big Victory8 shows, and Vietnam fighters commented that the style of Pengue was their favourite amongst the visiting team.Michael Pengue was part of a crack international squad that fought in Vietnam in late 2019, and included pinoys Charly Suarez, Jenel Lausa and Virgel Vitor.

Nguyen Thi Tam is a Beautiful Monster!
November 17, 2021

Nguyen Thi Tam is a Beautiful Monster!

Perhaps Vietnam’s best known female fighter, tam is a tall southpaw fighter with fast hands and feet. She is good in both attack and in counterpunching, and very skilled at drawing opponents in and landing her shots. Nguyen Thi Tam is an outstanding young prospect that still has lots of improvement, especially as a potential professional. There is no doubt that she can become a world class pro in the future.

ACHIEVEMENTS:
2021 Tokyo Olympics qualified
2019 South East Asian Games Gold Medal
2018 Champion Boxing Club Gold Medal
2017 Asian Women Boxing Championship Gold Medal
2016 National Championship Silver Medal
2013 National Championship Bronze Medal
2012 Champion Boxing Club Bronze Medal
2012 National Young Boxing Championship Gold Medal
2012 Open Military Cup Silver Medal
2011 National Championship Bronze Medal
2011 National Young Boxing Championship Gold Medal
2010 National Young Boxing Championship Bronze Medal

Raw power proves the equalizer
December 3, 2021

Raw power proves the equalizer

John Lawrence Ordonio achieved a stoppage win over outstanding young talent Jules Victoriano at QUEST FOR GLORY. It was his first match back since 2020 for the man known as The Equalizer, and what he lacked in timing, he made up for with ring guile and power. It was a match that both fighters will derive plenty of improvement from, and word is strong that a rematch is looking a possibility. This was a great tussle between Ordonio and Victoriano - definitely worth seeing a "take two"!

Ultimate Knockout Challenge
December 2, 2021

Ultimate Knockout Challenge

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