Cyprus’s Panicos Yusuf decisions China’s Han Zi Hao at ‘ONE: Reign of Kings’ in the Philippines

Featuring 11 bouts, “ONE: Reign of Kings” is the third of the four ONE Championship events scheduled in the Philippines in 2018. On the fight card were eight mixed martial arts bouts and three matches under the Singapore-based martial arts promotion’s striking-only league ONE Super Series. The fifth bout of the evening was a striking … Continue reading Cyprus’s Panicos Yusuf decisions China’s Han Zi Hao at ‘ONE: Reign of Kings’ in the Philippines

Thailand’s Chamuaktong Fightermuaythai decisions Netherlands’ Brown Pinas at ‘ONE: Reign of Kings’ in the Philippines

Featuring 11 bouts, “ONE: Reign of Kings” is the third of the four ONE Championship events scheduled in the Philippines in 2018. On the fight card were eight mixed martial arts bouts and three matches under the promotion’s striking-only league ONE Super Series. The third bout of the evening was a striking bout between Chamuaktong … Continue reading Thailand’s Chamuaktong Fightermuaythai decisions Netherlands’ Brown Pinas at ‘ONE: Reign of Kings’ in the Philippines

Manny Pacquiao’s bout in Manila co-produced by Ringstar Boxing in 2019?

Ringstar Boxing, Asia’s fastest growing sports media property, is celebrating the recent victory of Manny “Pac-Man” Pacquiao, 39. Headed by its founder and CEO Scott Farrell, the international world championship boxing promotions company has just announced its intention to co-produce the Filipino boxing legend’s next bout in Manila, Philippines in early 2019. This can be an event that … Continue reading Manny Pacquiao’s bout in Manila co-produced by Ringstar Boxing in 2019?

Undefeated Filipino boxer Jhack Tepora is Interim WBA World Featherweight Champion

The new Interim World Boxing Association Featherweight Championship is from the Philippines. For the 22nd time, Jhack "El Capitan" Tepora, 25, won a professional boxing bout. Fighting out of Cebu City, Philippines, Tepora was one of the Filipino boxers who competed on the undercard of the "Fight of Champions" boxing event of MP Productions at the Axiata Arena in Kuala … Continue reading Undefeated Filipino boxer Jhack Tepora is Interim WBA World Featherweight Champion

South Africa’s Moruti Mthalane is new IBF Flyweight Champion

https://www.facebook.com/MorutiBabyfaceMthalane/photos/a.1422292838017705.1073741825.1422289168018072/1514382532142068/?type=3&theater The new International Boxing Federation Flyweight Champion hails from KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Moruti “Babyface” Mthalane, 35, captured the previously vacant title at the MP Productions boxing event “Fight of Champions” on July 15, 2018 at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Mthalane faced Muhammad "Falcon" Waseem, 30, of Quetta, Balochistan, Pakistan for the title. After 12 rounds, two judges scored it 114-113 while the … Continue reading South Africa’s Moruti Mthalane is new IBF Flyweight Champion

‘Fight of Champions’ results: Manny Pacquiao vs Lucas Matthysse

https://www.facebook.com/MannyPacquiao/photos/p.1876854985951852/1876854985951852/?type=1&theater Promotion: MP Promotions Title: “Fight of Champions” Venue: Axiata Arena, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Date: July 15, 2018 UNDERCARD 1. Juan Miguel "The Boss" Elorde (Paranaque City, Metro Manila, Philippines) Ratchanon "Lucky Tor Buamas" Sawangsoda (Bangkok, Thailand) DIVISION: Junior Lightweight WINNER: JUAN MIGUEL ELORDE METHOD: Knockout TIME AND ROUND: 2:58 of Round 3 REFEREE: Ver Abainza 2. Theena … Continue reading ‘Fight of Champions’ results: Manny Pacquiao vs Lucas Matthysse

Manny Pacquiao has a big heart: Dyan Castillejo

Dyan Castillejo, 52, has followed the career of Manny "Pac-Man" Pacquiao, 39, since his fighting career took off. When I got the opportunity to interview the veteran sports journalist, I asked her about the common misconception about the Filipino boxing legend, who is also an incumbent senator in the Philippines. Castillejo could not think of … Continue reading Manny Pacquiao has a big heart: Dyan Castillejo

Boxing in ONE Championship? Chatri Sityodtong makes big announcement

When fight fans hear the words ONE Championship, the first thing that comes to their minds is mixed martial arts. Earlier this year, the organization added kickboxing and Muay Thai in its menu through its striking-only league called ONE Super Series. Before the year ends, ONE Championship will add yet another exciting ingredient in its … Continue reading Boxing in ONE Championship? Chatri Sityodtong makes big announcement

Boxing superstar Amir Khan confirms ‘Brave 13: Europe Evolution’ attendance

British professional boxer Amir "King" Khan, 31, has announced that he is attending “Brave 13: Europe Evolution,” the first event of Bahrain-based mixed martial arts promotion Brave Combat Federation to be held in Europe. The fight night will take place at the SSE Arena in Belfast, Northern Ireland on June 9, 2018. In May 2018, … Continue reading Boxing superstar Amir Khan confirms ‘Brave 13: Europe Evolution’ attendance

‘Glory 53’ results: Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong vs Tyjani Beztati in Lille, France

promotion: Glory Kickboxing title: "Glory 53" venue: Zénith de Lille, Lille, France date: May 12, 2018 https://www.facebook.com/GLORYSportsInternationalOfficial/photos/a.267454890002552.64308.267448130003228/1657735380974489/?type=1&theater PRELIMINARY CARD 1. Badr “The Moroccan Night Mare” Houdoe (Morocco) vs Sidy Barry (France) DIVISION: Catchweight (67kg) WINNER: SIDY BARRY METHOD: Split Decision ROUNDS: 3 REFEREE: Bas Kester 2. Jannes Vercaemst (Belgium) vs Paul Guislain (Belgium) DIVISION: Catchweight (67kg) WINNER: N/A … Continue reading ‘Glory 53’ results: Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong vs Tyjani Beztati in Lille, France