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October 23, 2022
Romeo Tenorio Wins by UD
"The Ferocious" Carlo Magali looking absolutely shredded at the BATTLEFIELD weigh in just moments ago.
National champion Magali takes on the unbeaten freak talent King's Warrior Charly Suarez in a bout which will decide both RP and WBA Asia titles.
Both fighters weighed in within the Super Featherweight limit at 129 pounds.
Action takes place tomorrow at the Elorde Sports Centre in Parañaque.
The Philippines’ Charly Suarez will headline a huge card in Manila this Sunday, when he defends his regional WBA belt agsinst national champion Carlo Magali.
Suarez is without peer in Philippines boxing right now, and arguably sits with Naoya Inoue as the most technically gifted fighter in all of Asia,
The Davao native sits unbeaten at 12 and 0, and such has been his dominance against quality local opposition, he has scored 7 knockouts so far in his pro career.
Carlo Magali will be another solid test for Suarez. A winner of 25 fights, Magali has a very awkward and resilient style that has upset more heavily favoured opponents. Blessed with a great chin and thudding power, the man that has earned the ring name “The Ferocious” is regarded as a killer in his homeland, and in the literal sense.
National champion Magali had an historic battle with Australia’s top 130 Davey Browne a few years back, and such was the bludgeoning that Magali delivered, the unbeaten Aussie lost his life as a result of his injuries.
Carlo Magali comes into Sunday’s match in career best condition, as reported by his camp, so it will be interesting to see if he can subdue the freakish Suarez in any way.
Charly Suarez will be looking to put on another electric display in Sunday’s WBA title defense, and is eyeing off bigger bouts in future. News just broken is that he will head to HO Tram Vietnam on December 10 and look to win the IBF belt, against a soon to be named opponent. The unbeaten boxer will be focussed on world top 10 fights in 2023, and with wins over world champs Oscar Valdez and Joe Cordina in the amateurs, he has every reason to have claims to the throne now that Shakur Stevenson has departed.
“I will fight anyone, anywhere !” beamed the ever smiling Suarez.
BATTLEFIELD: SUAREZ V MAGALI
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US East Coast 6am
US West Coast 3am
UK 11am
Vietnam 5pm
Philippines 6pm
Australia and PNG 9pm
Papua New Guinea's boxing star Junior Kauko Raka touched down in Manila late last night, but the Prodigy Team are already in the Elorde Gym early this morning.
Junior Kauko Raka went through a light workout, ably assisted by trainers Nelson John and Ephraim Montoru.
Despite the fact that the harder preparation has already been done, Raka will work in the gym this week to ensure he is on track for Saturdays weigh in.
Raka will compete in the 59kg Super Featherweight class (130lb) against Philippines international star Mark John Yap.
Papua New Guinea's Junior Kauko Raka ready and waiting to embark on his Philippines adventure at Port Moresby Airport. Raka will take on one of the Philippines greatest - Mark John "The Journeyman" Yap in what is guaranteed to be no place for the faint hearted.
Yap is the winner of 30 bouts, and tore some of Japan's best fighters to shreds in accumulating three OPBF championship belts. In contrast, Junior Kauko Raka has 2 pro wins, yet has as many as 7 knockout wins in "unofficial" contests.
This potential match up is already shaping as a red hot bonfire NOBODY IN THE PHILIPPINES WANTED TO FIGHT MARK JOHN YAP!
But Junior Raka jumped at the chance to fight him "GIVE YAP TO ME!" Great stuff! So excited to see these two greats!
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila, Sunday October 23rd
BE THERE, OR WATCH IT LIVE !
The great man Martin Beni put Papua New Guinea's boxing on the map back in the 1970's when he was successful against many of Australia's best fighters. Beni went on to beat an Australian and Commonwealth Lightweight champion, and at his peak, was rated in the top 30 fighters in the world at that weight.
On Sunday October 23rd, Junior Kauko Raka continues the PNG proud tradition of love of sports and boxing, when he takes on a formidable task in the shape of Mark John Yap. The Journeyman is one of the Philippines best, with 30 professional wins and 3 OPBF titles on his resume.
Says Raka on the topic of national hero Martin Beni:
"Martin lived his life around the boxing ring and while it was shocking and sad to see him pass in front of us; he was someone that remained true to the sport all the way to his last day.
When I joined boxing, I would always hear stories of Martin Beni and how he fought some of the best fighters in Australia and I’m so honoured to have met and worked alongside him.
I grew as a boxer with Martin ever since I started as an amateur in 2009.
There was a lot of struggle with boxing when I joined but despite all the politics and issues with who was in charge of the sport, he always remained true to the sport.
Before I turned professional, he would come around for some of my fights and talk to me and give me advice on what I was doing wrong.
One thing that I would always remember him by was his belief in me.
I made him a promise that I would win an internationally recognised title. I came close to fulfilling that promise but it wasn’t to be. I will keep pursuing that promise with the time I have left in my career."
Junior Kauko Raka v Mark John Yap
8 rounds Super Featherweight 130lb
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila
Sunday October 23rd
RoyRoy Sumugat v Ivor Lastrilla
8 rounds Super Featherweight 130lb
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila
Sunday October 23rd
Be there or watch it here live !
Great to see Papua New Guinea embracing boxing and recognising the achievements of athletes like Junior Kauko Raka.
Big thanks to the Pang family and Northern Property Valuers for assisting the PNG PRODIGY Junior Raka on his journey to the Philippines, and his big fight with Pinoy star Mark John Yap.
Manila Lightweight DEADLY Daffy Dempo is back in action next Sunday with a highly anticipated bout with fellow Manila boxer Jonniel Laurente.
This will be the first match for the popular boxer since 2019, when Dempo comprehensively outscored Danny Manosa. Prior to that, DEADLY was involved in a drawn bout with the wild man Jino Rodrigo, who also appears on this card.
Daffy Dempo v Jonniel Laurente
8 rounds Lightweight 132lb
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila
Sunday October 23rd
Palawan boxer Jahzeel Trinidad aims to keep his unbeaten record (6 wins) intact when he tackles JC Francisco (8 wins) next week.
This will be his toughest test so far, but this high energy boxer known as "Lion Hearted" has all the right tools to make it a thriller with the more experienced Francisco.
Jahzeel Trinidad v JC Francisco
8 rounds Flyweight 112lb
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Papua New Guinea's Junior Kauko Raka offers to go toe to toe with Cagayan de Oro's outstanding boxer Mark John Yap.
Junior Kauko Raka v Mark John Yap
8 rounds Super Featherweight 130lb
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Expect things to get crazy !
Ali Cañega v Jerwin Mejes
8 rounds Super Lightweight 140lb
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Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Mr. Heart Throb is BACK, and he is aiming to leave a long trail broken hearts, starting this October 23rd!!
Claudevan Sese v Albert Alcoy
6 rounds Super Bantamweight 122lb
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Mark John Yap v Junior Kauko Raka
8 rounds Super Featherweight 130lb
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Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
COUNTDOWN for Suarez v Magali
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Papua New Guinea's hard man Junior Kauko Raka responded to recent suggestions that Mark John Yap would put an exclamation mark on their clash by going for the knockout. Whilst Yap, and perhaps the whole of the Philippines, know what potential dangers the PNG Prodigy brings to the ring, they are also aware that the safest plan is to get him out of there as soon as possible.
The scheduled 8 round fight will take place in just over two weeks from now, and Raka had this to say:
"Knockout ? Well let's see!
We won't be running like ring girls, and I'm ready to fight toe to toe, so he won't have to go looking for me. We will see who stays standing!"
Spoken in true Warrior spirit!
PNG's Raka has experienced only one loss in 10 bouts, a points decision at the hands of top flight pinoy Roldan Aldea in a WBA title match. The powerful Port Moresby boxer has scored 7 knockouts along a path of destruction, and notably, is yet to be dropped.
This will be a compelling match up, with "The Journeyman" Mark John Yap starting a warm favourite, but likely to experience a torrid time with his PNG foe.
D'HAMMER HAS BLUE SKYS IN HIS SIGHTS
RoyRoy Sumugat v Ivor Lastrilla
8 rounds Lightweight 135lb
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
The Journeyman Mark John Yap is in training in Manila, and has promised to be at his destructive best this month when he contests the main undercard match prior to the giant Charly Suarez v Carlo Magali clash.
Yap is slated to fight Papua New Guinea's premier boxer Junior Kauko Raka, and is philosophical, despite suffering 4 losses on the trot. But the defeats need to be examined more closely and put in perspective !
Three of these losses were at the hands of top class unbeaten foreign opponents, where matching was done at the very last moment to ensure making weight would prove extremely difficult. Nonetheless, Yap produced really good touches in each of these bouts, and actually dropped the unbeaten Cuban Jadier Hererra whilst incurring a points loss.
Mark John Yap prepared in the altitude of Baguio prior to his August stoush with Charly Suarez, and the hard work showed. It was an impressive performance by the Journeyman, and it is really doubtful that any local other than the freakish Suarez could have repelled him that day.
Yap did his early preparation in Cagayan de Oro for his date with Raka, and is now in Manila being mentored by Elorde's Jetro Pabustan. He has a pragmatic view on his impending battle:
“If I’ll have the opportunity to knock him out, then I’ll knock him out,” said Yap.
“If he’s tough, then I’ll try to do my best and dominate him.”
If he's tough ? Well, one thing we know about the PNG Prodigy Junior Raka is that he's carved from granite, and has skills, so this should be a thriller !
And for the Journeyman, you just know that this international star will produce something special this month and even more, the best is yet to come !
Mark John Yap v Junior Raka (PNG)
8 rounds Super Featherweight 59kg
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Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Clarence Breboneria and Mark John Yap finish their working day with more rounds in the bank.
Breboneria had a battle with Dengue fever earlier this year, but is now back to full health, and is aiming to be at his energetic best for his upcoming bout.
The Journeyman Mark John Yap will be appearing at the BATTLEFIELD this month in an absolute belter of a match up with PNG’s Junior Raka.
Yap has ventured from CDO to Manila to have the final touches put on his preparation by coach Jetro Pabustan.
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Charly Suarez knows full well the reputation of Carlo Magali, and is aware that "the Ferocious" will throw everything at him in order to retain the national title - including the kitchen sink!
The King's Warrior is a big fan of Magali but assures, if it turns into a dog fight, he equally knows how to get down and dirty.
" Team Suarez like to box smart, and we know Carlo has the power. But we are also willing to meet FIRE with FIRE !
We are carrying bombs, and we will use them if we have to" warned the "King's Warrior".
Charly Suarez v Carlo Magali
RP National title WBA Asia title
12 rounds Super Featherweight 59kg
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
The relentless punching machine that is Remon Basas returns this month, and matches up with rangy young southpaw Jestine Ace Tesoro.
The bout will signal a move to the heavier weight classes for Basas, but without doubt, Olivetti Gym will have him well prepared for the task. The 24 year old fighter is still very much on the improvement path, but has already racked up 6 wins, and has experienced good opponents like Delmar Pellio, Lorenz Ladrada and Franco Serafica.
The great thing that has characterized all his performances is that he always brings the heat! This kid is relentlessly working in the ring, and has a low looping style that sets up really effective body punches.
Jestine Ace Tesoro is a really promising type. He had good moments against JonJon Estrada, outgunned a very savvy Lorence Rosas, and then was narrowly beaten in Japan. But for Remon Basas, Tesoro is just another guy across the ring, and he will be bringing a bucket load of BAD BAD intentions to the party !
Remon Basas v Jestine Ace Tesoro
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Mark John Yap takes on the might of Papuan hard man Junior Raka later this month in Paranaque Manila .
Yap is one of the Philippines' best internationally credentialed boxers in recent years, having amassed 30 wins and three OPBF titles on the road in Japan.
But he is experienced enough to know that you can never underestimate an opponent, and in Junior Raka, you have a nemesis with skills and a warrior heart to match.
"Raka already has a history with Pinoy boxers. He has had two big wins, and then a narrow loss to Roldan Aldea for the WBA belt, and we have a big opinion of Aldea here in the Philippines.
We know that Junior Raka will bring energy and aggression, and a love for the battle. We respect that, because we love it too! So bring it on, and we welcome you to the Philippines Mr. Raka ! "
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Don't miss this iconic main event at the BATTLEFIELD show this October.
Charly Suarez is the former amateur champ and has looked flawless in his pro career so far. He has a singular intent to work to a world title opportunity.
Carlo Magali has been one of the most under estimated yet effective pinoy warriors in recent years. Known as "The Ferocious", and for good reason, he has a history of dismantling more favored fighters.
Who will get bragging rights ?
Come to the BATTLEFIELD and claim your piece of history !
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Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Palawan sharp shooter Erson "the trigger" Trinidad is set to bring his all action style to Parañaque this October when he joins the BATTLEFIELD !
The promising youngster returned from a near 3 year hiatus in August, accounting for a very good fighter named Arjay Recopelacion. Whilst there were plenty of good touches from both boxers, the Puerto Princessa native gave the impression there is a lot more up his sleeve with his majority decision win.
The victory by Trinidad was his 4th as a professional, and based on the blazing hand speed he showed, expect him to come to the BATTLEFIELD all guns loaded and ready to PULL THE TRIGGER !
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Papuan pugilist Junior Raka is putting in the hard work and looking forward to an October 23 rendezvous with hot pinoy Mark John Yap.
The Cagayan de Oro boxer arrived in Manila last night, and will complete his training with elite sparring in coming weeks.
The match will be PNG Prodigy Raka's first since the pandemic, but he has the mindset to over ride all obstacles and bring a strong performance to the BATTLEFIELD event.
Raka welcomed his opponent: "Good morning to Mark John Yap. I look forward to joining you in Manila. I know we will give all the boxing fans in the Philippines and PNG a great match. Boxing is my life so I thank you and the people of Philippines for the opportunity !"
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Junior Raka v Mark John Yap
Main Undercard
8 rounds Super Featherweight 59kg
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Surely a million dollars worth of talent, all in the same cafe!
Clarence Breboneria, Mark John Yap and Jetro Pabustan discussing politics, climate change, religion, dating apps, and even how to bring down their next opponents.
YES these boys are DIVERSE !
Watch out for the middle guy, a KILLER named Yap. He is CDO through and through, but just arrived in Manila to prepare for an October 23 showdown with Papua New Guinea's strongman Junior Raka.
Mark John Yap looked in great touch in August when he fought the King's Warrior Charly Suarez, and both these fighters return to the ring in October and form the two main events.
Suarez has a formidable task of his own, taking on the very Ferocious Carlo Magali.
If you are in Manila and a diehard boxing fan, you don't want to miss these two epic features. Cracking support bouts also.
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Love watching this guy at work.
Three times OPBF champ, and a technician with 30 wins to his name, Mark John Yap is without doubt the most experienced boxer amongst an outstanding card at the BATTLEFIELD next month.
It is a rare treat to see Yap perform on home soil, as he has fought abroad in places like Japan, USA and Dubai in recent years. He made a quick trip home in 2019, and was rewarded with an impressive Knockout win in front of adoring CDO fans. He was not sighted in the Philippines again till August of this year, when he faced the mercurial Charly Suarez in a WBA title bout. Despite a points loss, it was a near vintage Yap that impressed onlookers and Suarez himself :
" Mark fought a very clever fight. He reads the punches very well, and he shows his experience with lots of variety. He is very tough and experienced. "
Yap never has easy opponents, and in his inimitable style, takes on Papuan Warrior Junior Raka in his upcoming bout.
Raka was a feisty amateur before turning pro, and despite limited opportunities, has shown great signs. He scored two great wins over quality Pinoy Allan Vallespin, and endured a points loss over the top class Roldan Aldea in a WBA title match.
It is also well known that the "PNG PRODIGY " has 7 additional fights not listed in BoxRec, and is unbeaten with 6 knockouts. BOOM! This pride of Papua New Guinea has got guns in both hands!
This will be a colossal contest, and like any fight of Mark John Yap, we would not expect anything less!
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
That's right, another torrid Friday afternoon session, but always time for a smile amongst the hard work !
Promising talent Clarence Breboneria is surrounded by boxing wisdom with Jetro Pabustan and Mark John Yap lending some advice.
Breboneria and Yap have big fights coming up in October, and are sure to be in immaculate shape under the guidance of Pabustan.
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Cagayan de Oro boxer Mark John Yap returns to Manila on Monday to ramp up preparations for his impending clash with Papua New Guinea hard man Junior "the Prodigy" Raka.
Yap had been on the international circuit for many years prior to the pandemic, and local fans have really been deprived of seeing his superb skills on home soil. His appearance at the BATTLEFIELD show next month is a huge coup, because Yap had only performed twice in the Philippines in recent history.
After a highly successful stint in Japan, which culminated in 3 OPBF titles, Yap returned briefly to his native Mindanao in 2019. While he was there, he took on the really promising fighter Ulysses Lagos, a bout that he won by impressive KO in front of a big crowd in CDO.
Yap was not seen again in the Philippines till August this year, where he engaged in a WBA belt clash with the unbeaten Charly Suarez. This was a really superb performance by Yap, and despite losing on points, endorsed that he is still at the top of his game.
It was anticipated that no matter who Mark John Yap matched up with this October, it would be a "stay busy" assignment, possibly a soft win, but then the PNG Prodigy Junior Raka threw his hat in the ring!
Raka is of short stature and powerful, and typically PNG warrior stock, a real tough SOB! And the man has skills too!
Junior Raka has accepted this challenge at really short notice, more so, he asked for it! It is super impressive stuff in a sport where many are constantly hiding out.
VSP Promotions can say emphatically that NO ONE WANTED TO FIGHT MARK JOHN YAP, so that gives you some insight to how highly regarded "the Journeyman" is at home.
But reputations count for nothing once you are in the ring and touch gloves, so DO NOT MISS THIS BOUT! Fireworks !
MARK JOHN YAP v JUNIOR RAKA
8 rounds Super Featherweight 59kg
BATTLEFIELD UKC TIGER 2O22
Elorde Sports Centre Paranaque Manila Sunday October 23rd
Watch out Florida - 14 wins and 14 knockouts
Weljon Mindoro is not coming to just knock on doors !!!
Someone is going to sleep - guaranteed !
Fighters looked in excellent condition, but the taller Potes weighed in heavy.
Weljon Mindoro (Philippines) weighs in at 162.2 lbs.
Dormedes Pontes (Colombia) weighs in at 169.4 lbs, missing the 162 lb weight limit.
Despite missing weight, the fight will proceed, with Pontes paying a penalty fee from his purse.
Fight Preview – Friday, August 15, 2025
ProBox TV Events Center, Plant City, Florida
This Friday night, the ProBox TV Events Center will host a classic crossroads bout in the middleweight division, as unbeaten Filipino knockout artist Weljon “Triggerman” Mindoro (14-0-1, 14 KOs) takes on battle-tested Colombian southpaw Dormedes Potes (14-7-1, 10 KOs).
Mindoro, 25, enters the ring with a perfect stoppage record—every victory coming by knockout.
Standing 5’11” with a 72-inch reach, the Bacoor, Cavite native has quickly built a reputation as one of Asia’s most dangerous punchers.
Ranked #48 in the world and the #1 middleweight in the Philippines, the “Triggerman” combines explosive power with a patient, punishing style that wears opponents down before closing the show.
Across from him will be the seasoned Dormedes Potes, a 12-year professional with 22 fights and 110 career rounds.
The Barranquilla-born southpaw has shared the ring with a mix of domestic and international opposition, and while he’s been inactive in recent months, his experience, toughness, and unorthodox stance could present Mindoro with his stiffest stylistic test to date.
That said, keep the smelling salts handy !!
born in 1999, from Tuyên Quang — and a contestant in Miss Grand Vietnam 2025.
But please don't stereotype this girl of multiple talents - she is a former member of Vietnam’s National Boxing Team, and possesses a medal collection that’s far from ordinary
Bronze – National Championship 2017 (Boxing)
Silver – Youth Championships in Thailand 2017 (Boxing)
Bronze – National Junior Championships 2016 (Boxing)
In her Miss Grand Vietnam 2025 application, she shared:
“At 12 years old, I had the opportunity to train and compete for Vietnam’s National Boxing Team. I’ve fought in tournaments from local to international. After retiring, I pursued my passion for fitness. I started as an athlete — a girl who wore sneakers far more often than high heels.”
“People often teased me for looking too masculine. Honestly, I felt the same about myself. Signing up for Miss Grand Vietnam 2025 isn’t just an opportunity — it’s a big challenge for me: to become more feminine, while keeping the strong sports spirit that defines me as an athlete.”
Which just goes to show :
NEVER UNDERESTIMATE A BOXER !!
Open auditions in Ho Chi Minh City on Saturday night for novice boxers looking to make their professional debuts.
There will be another round of "dress rehearsals" on August 23rd to be held at Trigger Boxing in Thảo Dien.
It is hoped that professional boxing will resume in Vietnam this coming October.
#triggerboxing #vspboxing #vietnamboxingorganization #VBO #hochiminhboxing #HBF #VSPPROMOTIONS
Last year, the brand new, 10,000-seat Capital Arena in Barangay Alibagu roared to life as it hosted its first ever professional boxing event. Built with a ₱750M vision by Mayor Josemarie Diaz, the arena was promised to bring world-class sports & entertainment to Ilagan… and the city delivered in style.
Now, the gloves are back on and Cucuy Elorde's BAKBAKAN SA ILAGAN 2 hits the Capital Arena Saturday, September 6, 2025 – and this time, the action is even bigger, harder, and louder!
Headlining Fights:
Jonniel Laurente (#337) vs Jhon Gemino (#261) – Philippines GAB Title
Wesley Caga (#195) vs Ricky Cajutol (#418) –
Super prospect v Clever southpaw
Dan Dacles (#271) vs Nelson Tinampay (#1103) -
Young Hercules v In Form and Formidable
Arnel Baconaje (#370) vs Erwin Banta (#646) –
Class v Bomber. A war in the making!
Junny Bugas (#81) vs Steven Lagrama (#100) – Top contenders battling for pride and position.
Plus more action featuring Florence Sumpay, Jerico Tanate, Eman Alajid, Robert Ronquillo, and Al Toyogon!
When: Saturday, September 6, 2025
Where: Capital Arena, Ilagan, Isabela
Why You Can’t Miss It: Eight explosive matchups, national-level talent, and an atmosphere only Ilagan can bring.
BAKBAKAN SA ILAGAN 2 – Come and meet the champs in person.
Get your backside ringside!
#elorde #vspboxing ##elordegym #elordetv
#BakbakanSaIlagan #IlaganBoxing #PhilippinesBoxing #CapitalArena #ProBoxing
Elorde boxer Ben Ligas weighed in this morning for his 118lb Bantamweight clash with Keita Nakayama tomorrow in Japan.
The Manila based fighter known as "The Sniper" found a lot of success as a Flyweight boxer, and was RP Champ for an extended time.
But the heavier weight classes were always his destiny, and he will test his mettle against an extremely tall opponent in the former standout amateur Nakayama at Bantamweight.
The Osaka local looked ominous at his pro debut, taking out Korean Ji Yong Kim in the very first round.
Philippines hope Ben Ligas will enter the ring sporting a 17 win 5 loss resume.
Great fight - best of luck to both fighters.
Manila is preparing to host one of the biggest boxing events of the year as the Philippines celebrates the 50th anniversary of the iconic "Thrilla in Manila"—the legendary 1975 clash between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier.
Spearheading the event is Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao, who is curating a blockbuster card featuring three world title fights, in a night that promises to echo the glory of that historic bout
Three Filipino Stars on the World Stage
In a show of national pride and world-class talent, the event will showcase the Philippines’ top boxing champions:
Melvin Jerusalem, reigning WBC strawweight world champion,
Pedro Taduran, IBF minimumweight titleholder, and
Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo, a rising star in the super-featherweight ranks.
Fresh off his impressive July 19th victory over Mexico’s Jorge Mata in Las Vegas, Magsayo is primed for a world title shot. If a championship bout isn’t secured in time, he will still feature in a world title eliminator, keeping his path to the belt in clear view.
Jerusalem, meanwhile, delivered a clinical win against Yudai Shigeoka in Nagoya earlier this year, and Taduran successfully defended his title in May with a super dominant performance over Ginjiro Shigeoka in Osaka.
The official date of the event is still under discussion, with major stakeholders coordinating logistics to ensure a seamless production. However, anticipation is already building as the country prepares to mark the golden jubilee of one of boxing’s greatest nights.
“This is a milestone for Philippine boxing and global sports history,” said Pacquiao, who has assembled a world-class team to deliver a show befitting the occasion. “We’re doing everything to make sure this celebration is truly unforgettable.”
A Week of Boxing History and Global Guests
Beyond the fight card, the event will serve as a week-long celebration of boxing history, with plans to fly in international luminaries such as Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum and legendary Filipino referee Carlos Padilla.
Efforts are also being made to involve the children of Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier, adding a deeply personal and symbolic layer to the festivities.
The World Boxing Council (WBC) has confirmed its major involvement, with current president Mauricio Sulaiman expected to play a prominent role.
Pacquiao has appointed Sean Gibbons to oversee international coordination, while Joe Ramos will lead domestic preparations.
With world titles on the line, legends in attendance, and a legacy to honor, Manila’s 50th anniversary tribute to the Thrilla is shaping up to be a truly once-in-a-generation event.
*story courtesy of Nick Andrew Giongco of the Daily Tribune
Nguyễn Văn Hải — Vietnam’s #1 pound-for-pound fighter and boxing icon was set to make history in a blockbuster IBF title clash with Australian #1 Ibrahim Balla.
But in a frustrating twist, the highly anticipated showdown has been canceled due to visa issues.
Still, don’t count out the Hanoi Hitman.
The 37 years "young" boxer remains laser-focused and in peak condition, optimistic his Hanoi training camp will have not been for nothing.
With a pro record of 7 wins and 3 loss, some may question the credentials. But on closer inspection it's worth noting that the losses were suffered by way of points and in a higher weight class.
They were also incurred in battles against unbeaten world ranked opponents - two of which were title fights.
The good news for Vietnamese fans is that Hải is now in advanced talks for another international championship opportunity — as early as this coming August.
Whether it's in Australia, Japan, or America — I’m ready to represent Vietnam on the world stage." – Nguyễn Văn Hải
Hải isn’t just fighting for titles — he’s fighting to put Vietnam on the global boxing map.
Stay tuned. Big news is coming !!
#HanoiHitman #NguyenVanHai #vspboxing #VSPPromotions #elordegym #VietnamBoxing #IBF #NextChampion
Một khởi đầu tuyệt vời cho sự trở lại của boxing tại Sài Gòn, diễn ra tối qua tại phòng tập Trigger Gym.
Sự kiện được tổ chức bởi đội ngũ Trigger và nhận được sự hỗ trợ từ Liên đoàn Boxing TP.HCM (HBF).
HBF đang nỗ lực hết mình để đưa TP.HCM trở thành trung tâm số 1 của boxing chuyên nghiệp, đồng thời khuyến khích các phòng tập khác trong thành phố cùng tham gia vào làn sóng phát triển mạnh mẽ này.
Tôi sẽ có buổi gặp với HBF vào cuối tháng này để thảo luận về việc phát triển các sự kiện cần thiết này, đồng thời cùng ông Lim Song từ VBO bàn về khả năng tổ chức các sự kiện chuyên nghiệp quy mô, nơi các võ sĩ của chúng ta có thể ghi dấu trong hệ thống dữ liệu quốc tế của BoxRec.
Xin chúc mừng đội ngũ Trigger cùng ông Nguyễn Vinh Nghị và HBF vì những nỗ lực đáng ghi nhận này.
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Việt Nam Đề Xuất Đăng Cai Hội Nghị Liên Đoàn Quyền Anh Quốc Tế (IBF) Năm 2026
Bước Tiến Lớn Cho Quyền Anh Việt Nam Và Phát Triển Thể Thao Quốc Gia
Việt Nam đang từng bước khẳng định vị thế là một quốc gia có ảnh hưởng trong làng quyền anh chuyên nghiệp toàn cầu, với đề xuất đầy tham vọng đăng cai Hội nghị IBF năm 2026. Hồ sơ đăng cai chính thức đã được Tiến sĩ Lim Song, Chủ tịch Vietnam Boxing Organization (VBO), trình bày tại Hội nghị IBF lần thứ 40 diễn ra ngày 3 tháng 6 năm 2025 tại Atlantic City, Hoa Kỳ.
Hội nghị IBF là một trong những sự kiện thường niên danh giá nhất của quyền anh chuyên nghiệp, thu hút từ 300 đến 400 đại biểu từ khắp nơi trên thế giới, bao gồm các quan chức liên đoàn, nhà tổ chức, quản lý, võ sĩ, đài truyền hình và các đại diện truyền thông.
Việc đăng cai một sự kiện có tầm vóc như vậy sẽ là cột mốc lịch sử trong sự phát triển thể thao và kinh tế của Việt Nam.
“Việt Nam đã sẵn sàng đón nhận tương lai của quyền anh,” Tiến sĩ Lim Song chia sẻ.
“Việc đăng cai Hội nghị IBF không chỉ nâng tầm hình ảnh của quyền anh Việt Nam mà còn thúc đẩy hợp tác quốc tế, du lịch và niềm tự hào dân tộc.”
NÂNG TẦM QUYỀN ANH VIỆT NAM
Quyền anh chuyên nghiệp ngày càng nhận được sự quan tâm của công chúng tại Việt Nam, và việc quốc gia này chính thức gia nhập IBF thể hiện cam kết xây dựng một hệ sinh thái quyền anh đẳng cấp và bền vững.
Việc tổ chức hội nghị sẽ mang lại:
Cơ hội giao lưu quốc tế và kết nối cho các võ sĩ, huấn luyện viên và quan chức Việt Nam.
Các buổi hội thảo, chương trình cấp chứng chỉ và đào tạo nâng cao trình độ chuyên môn cho nhân lực ngành quyền anh trong nước.
Định vị Việt Nam là ứng viên sáng giá để đăng cai các trận tranh đai vô địch thế giới và sự kiện lớn trong tương lai.
LỢI ÍCH KINH TẾ VÀ DU LỊCH
Hội nghị IBF hứa hẹn mang lại tác động kinh tế đáng kể thông qua:
Lượng lớn du khách quốc tế, tạo nhu cầu cao cho khách sạn, nhà hàng, giao thông và các điểm tham quan địa phương.
Tạo công ăn việc làm trong các lĩnh vực như dịch vụ lưu trú, tổ chức sự kiện, hậu cần và sản xuất truyền thông.
Quảng bá hình ảnh Việt Nam hiện đại, năng động và thân thiện đến toàn thế giới qua các kênh truyền thông quốc tế.
SỨC MẠNH MỀM VÀ GIAO LƯU VĂN HÓA
Ngoài thể thao, hội nghị còn là nền tảng hiệu quả cho:
Tăng cường quan hệ ngoại giao với các liên đoàn thể thao và quốc gia thành viên.
Quảng bá văn hóa, ẩm thực và bản sắc dân tộc Việt Nam ra thế giới.
Gây dựng niềm tự hào dân tộc và sự đoàn kết thông qua việc tổ chức thành công một sự kiện tầm cỡ quốc tế.
HƯỚNG TỚI TƯƠNG LAI
Đề xuất đăng cai Hội nghị IBF 2026 phản ánh chiến lược tổng thể của Việt Nam trong việc sử dụng thể thao như một công cụ thúc đẩy kinh tế, ngoại giao văn hóa và thu hút giới trẻ. Với sự ủng hộ từ chính phủ, sự quan tâm ngày càng lớn của người dân và các mối quan hệ đối tác quốc tế, Việt Nam đã sẵn sàng tự tin bước lên sân khấu quyền anh chuyên nghiệp thế giới.
Xin chúc mừng Tiến sĩ Lim Song và VBO vì đã mở rộng quan hệ quốc tế thay mặt cho các võ sĩ đầy tiềm năng của Việt Nam.
On June 3rd, VBO President Dr. Lim Song attended 40th IBF Convention in Atlantic city, USA. There, Dr. Song made a formal proposal to host 2026 IBF Convention in Vietnam.
The global convention bring together 300~400 experts in the professional boxing industry across the world.
Hosting a Global Convention for the International Boxing Federation (IBF) in Vietnam would offer a multitude of benefits, not just for the boxing community but for the country as a whole.
1. Elevating Vietnam's Boxing Profile:
Global Recognition: Hosting a major IBF event would significantly raise Vietnam's standing in the international boxing world. It would put the country on the map as a serious contender for future top-tier boxing events and potentially world title fights.
Showcasing Local Talent: It would provide an unparalleled platform for Vietnamese boxers, coaches, and officials to interact with global leaders, learn best practices, and gain exposure. This could accelerate the development of local boxing talent and potentially lead to more Vietnamese champions on the world stage.
Professional Development: The convention would likely include seminars, training courses, and certification programs for referees, judges, and coaches, significantly improving the quality and professionalism of Vietnamese boxing personnel.
2. Development of the "Sports Economy":
Tourism Boost: A global convention attracts a significant number of international delegates, including IBF officials, promoters, managers, boxers, media, and fans. This influx of visitors would lead to increased spending on hotels, restaurants, transportation, shopping, and local attractions, generating substantial revenue for the local economy.
Job Creation: The event would create temporary jobs in hospitality, event management, security, transportation, and other related sectors.
Media Exposure: Global media coverage of the convention and any associated boxing events would provide invaluable promotion for Vietnam as a tourist destination and a vibrant, modern country, enhancing its international image.
Hosting an IBF convention could stimulate the commercialization of boxing in Vietnam, encouraging more sponsorships, broadcasting deals, and the growth of a professional boxing ecosystem.
3. Soft Power and International Relations:
Diplomatic Engagement: Hosting such an event fosters stronger relationships with international sports organizations and participating countries, enhancing Vietnam's "soft power" on the global stage.
Cultural Exchange: It provides an opportunity to showcase Vietnamese culture, hospitality, and unique heritage to a diverse international audience. Delegates would experience local customs, cuisine, and traditions, leaving with positive impressions.
National Pride: Successfully hosting a prestigious global event instills a sense of national pride and unity among the Vietnamese people.
So, what do you think about Vietnam hosting IBF Convention in 2026?
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Hai võ sĩ Việt Nam 🇻🇳 Thái Hoàng Huy và Trần Tấn Quang Đạo vừa đặt chân đến Úc nhưng đã nhanh chóng làm quen với người bản địa.
Huy, Nguyễn Hải Đăng và Adones Cabalquinto sẽ thi đấu tại sự kiện NO WAY OUT vào tối mai tại Q Room ở Melbourne.
Chương trình do Peter Maniatis Events – một trong những đơn vị ủng hộ boxing chuyên nghiệp lớn nhất nước Úc – tổ chức.
Lễ cân sẽ diễn ra vào cuối ngày hôm nay.
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Vietnam 🇻🇳 boxers Thai Hoang Huy and Tran Tan Quang Dao have only just arrived in Australia, and are already meeting the locals.
Huy, Nguyen Hai Dang and Adones Cabalquinto will be competing at the NO WAY OUT event tomorrow night at the Q Room in Melbourne.
The promotion comes courtesy of one of the country's biggest supporters of professional boxing Peter Maniatis Events.
The weigh-in will be held later today.
Các bạn thân mến – có rất nhiều bình luận xoay quanh trận đấu vừa qua của Trần Văn Thảo tại Tokyo. Nhiều ý kiến mang tính động viên, nhưng cũng không ít những lời chỉ trích khá gay gắt.
Ai cũng có quyền tự do bày tỏ quan điểm.
Nhưng để cân bằng lại những quan điểm đó, tôi muốn chia sẻ với các bạn một góc nhìn có thêm bối cảnh và chuyên môn.
Trong bài viết trước, tôi không chỉ nói Nhật Bản giỏi boxing – tôi nói họ LÀ GIỎI NHẤT!
Nghe có vẻ phóng đại? Vậy hãy đọc tiếp.
Nhật Bản hiện đang sở hữu 5 võ sĩ hàng đầu thế giới ở hạng cân của Trần Văn Thảo, và 8 người trong top 10.
Điều này là cực kỳ hiếm thấy!
Không một quốc gia nào khác thống trị một hạng cân danh giá như vậy – kể cả Hoa Kỳ!
Và đừng quên, Nhật Bản còn có "quái vật" Naoya Inoue, người được xem là võ sĩ hay nhất thế giới hiện nay.
Trần Văn Thảo vừa thượng đài với một tay đấm được dự đoán sẽ là ngôi sao tương lai của Nhật Bản ở hạng Bantamweight – và điều đó hoàn toàn hợp lý vì anh ta từng là vô địch thế giới nghiệp dư.
Đây là một đối thủ rất nghiêm túc – không phải “tay mơ” nào cả.
Tôi đã tham gia boxing quốc tế nhiều năm, và không bao giờ dùng từ “huyền thoại” hay “người hùng” một cách tùy tiện.
Nên hãy hiểu rõ ngữ cảnh sau đây.
Trần Văn Thảo đến từ một đất nước chưa có nền boxing chuyên nghiệp phát triển.
Việc thi đấu thường xuyên và tập luyện với đối thủ đẳng cấp cao là điều gần như không thể tại Việt Nam lúc này.
Đây là bất lợi rất lớn cho các võ sĩ tài năng của chúng ta.
Dù vậy, Thảo vẫn đạt được xếp hạng thế giới, và trở thành võ sĩ Việt Nam đầu tiên được mời thi đấu trên sân khấu lớn nhất thế giới, đối đầu với một đối thủ đẳng cấp cao.
Không những thế, anh còn là trận đấu chính trong loạt trận phụ trước trận tranh đai vô địch thế giới.
ĐÂY LÀ CỘT MỐC LỊCH SỬ CỦA BOXING CHUYÊN NGHIỆP VIỆT NAM!!
Đây là dấu ấn đặc biệt – và Trần Văn Thảo xứng đáng được xem là một người hùng.
TRẬN ĐẤU THÌ SAO?
Vâng – tất cả chúng ta đều xem rồi.
Nhưng điều đáng nể hơn là: Chính Thảo đã can đảm bước vào và chiến đấu.
Thua là xác suất 50% của mọi trận đấu, nhưng Thảo đã cho cả thế giới thấy rằng võ sĩ Việt Nam KHÔNG BAO GIỜ GỤC NGÃ!
Không bỏ cuộc – và phẩm chất đó là điều rất hiếm ở con người. Màn thể hiện của Thảo là nguồn cảm hứng lớn.
Đối thủ trước đó của Tomoya Tsuboi có thành tích 14 thắng – 2 thua, nhưng bị hạ KO chỉ trong 2 hiệp.
Những bài học sau thất bại rất giá trị với mọi võ sĩ – và chính điều đó sẽ giúp Thảo phát triển mạnh mẽ hơn rất nhiều, đặc biệt nếu anh có cơ hội trở lại sàn đấu thế giới.
Giờ đây, Thảo hiểu rõ trình độ cần thiết để thi đấu ở đỉnh cao, thậm chí còn rõ hơn bất kỳ ai trong chúng ta ngồi xem ở nhà.
Tôi là người làm nghề tổ chức, và nếu tôi là promoter phía Nhật, tôi chắc chắn sẽ mời Thảo quay lại lần nữa!
Tinh thần chiến đấu và sự bền bỉ của anh ấy đã nâng tầm thương hiệu boxing Việt Nam trên trường quốc tế – và đó là một thành tựu không thể phủ nhận.
Có bài học rút ra không?
Tất nhiên – là rất nhiều!
Hãy chờ đợi sự trở lại của đại sứ boxing chuyên nghiệp Việt Nam – khỏe hơn, nhanh hơn và thông minh hơn bao giờ hết!
VIỆT NAM 🇻🇳 – VỮNG BƯỚC TIẾN LÊN!
Nguyễn Hải Đăng, võ sĩ 19 tuổi đến từ Việt Nam, sẽ có trận chuyên nghiệp đầu tiên vào tối thứ Bảy này tại Melbourne, Úc.
Nhưng có một vấn đề nhỏ...
Em chưa có quần thi đấu chuyên nghiệp để bước lên võ đài chiến thắng 🤔
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Một lời cảm ơn đặc biệt gửi đến Huỳnh Hồng Ngọc đã lo liệu mọi thứ cho em trong thời gian cực kỳ gấp rút!
🔥 Chiến hết mình với võ sĩ Úc nhé Đăng!
CHO NÓ BIẾT "ĐỊA NGỤC" LÀ GÌ 😈
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