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ONE MAN'S LOSS - IS UKC INFINITY'S GAIN !!

ONE MAN'S LOSS - IS UKC INFINITY'S GAIN !!

April 8, 2025
ONE MAN'S LOSS - IS UKC INFINITY'S GAIN !!

ONE MAN'S LOSS - IS UKC INFINITY'S GAIN !!

Vincent Astrolabio Returns to the Ring This Thursday in Manila

They say one man's loss is another man's gain, and Filipino boxing fans will have the privilege of witnessing the return of former world title challenger Vincent Astrolabio, as his comeback bout—originally scheduled for Cambodia, has been moved to Manila at very late notice. 

The exciting news is that the fight will now take place this Thursday, April 10, as part of the Ultimate Knockout Challenge (UKC) "INFINITY" boxing event.

Astrolabio (19 wins, 5 losses), a standout from Mindanao, will face seasoned Thai opponent Prasitsak Phaprom (41 wins, 4 losses). 
The bout marks Astrolabio’s first appearance since his world title defeat in July 2024 against the unbeaten freak Junto Nakatani . Prior to that loss, he had been on an impressive run, with his only other recent setback being a points decision to Australia's Andrew Moloney in a WBO world title bout.

UKC "INFINITY" features a strong lineup of talent, including former world champions and rising contenders. 

The full fight card is as follows:

Yukinori Oguni vs. JonJon Estrada

Donnie Nietes vs. Miller Alapormina

Reito Takahashi vs. Erwin Banta

Vincent Astrolabio vs. Prasitsak Phaprom

Jhon Rey Tariao vs. Glenn Mark Bejec

Lokmond Ngan vs. Crison Omayao

Jetro Pabustan vs. Mark Jequinto

Jenito Mabanan vs. Rovick Embuscado

The official weigh-in and fighters' face-off will take place tomorrow.
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