Ganoza vs Zulueta Set to Rumble for ABF 105 Lbs Title Saturday in Bacolod
By Carlos Costa
PhilBoxing.com
Thu, 28 Jun 2018
BACOLOD CITY, Negros Occidental -- An intense action clash is expected when Cris Ganoza (15-1, 8 KO's), a boxer of Cebu's Big Yellow Boxing Stable exchanges high caliber fire against local Bacolod fighter John Michael Zulueta (7-0-2, 3 KO's) for the vacant Asia Boxing Federation (AFB) 105 lbs., belt this coming Saturday (June 30) at Gaisano City Mall here in the City of Smiles, Bacolod.
The hot 12-rounder battle is a good chance for Ganoza and Zulueta to elevate their game as both boxers come from victories in February. Cris Ganoza decisioned Donny Mabao on February 25 in Iligan City, while Zuleta stopped Bonjun Loperez last February 17 here in his hometown of Bacolod.
The visitor fighter Cris Ganoza is already on the way from Cebu to Bacolod, accompanied by his trainer Christopher "Pingping" Tepora, the elder brother of July 15 world title challenger Jhack Tepora and also head-coach of Cebu's Big Yellow Boxing Stable.
So the question in the minds of boxing fans is: will the more-experienced, heavier-puncher Cris Ganoza land his damaging blows on the local Bacolod fighter Zulueta, the boxer with the adoring Bacolod crowd on his side?
Or will the hometown hero John Michael Zulueta delight his fans again with another thrilling knockout win? Fight fans will find out at Gaisano City Mall in Bacolod.
MORE FIGHTS IN BACOLOD
In the chief supporting bout, Super Lightweight Joepher Montano, 22, of Davao City will lock horns against 24 year-old Warai Warrior Jayson Nicart of Samar. The two southpaws will trade artillery in a scheduled 8-rounder that might not last the distance.
Joepher Montano.
Marlou Sandoval.
Also, Jr. Flyweight Ernesto Alera, 23, will rumble Marlou Sandoval of Siaton, Negros Oriental. Both warriors badly need a victory, and are ready to give it all to get it.
The Ganoza vs Zulueta 12-rounder for the ABF Minimumweight strap this Saturday (June 30) is a co-production of Highland Boxing and Guanzon Boxing in coordination with Bacolod City Mayor Hon. Evelio "Bing" Leonardia.
The weigh-in ceremony will be tomorrow Friday (June 29) at Gaisano City Mall Bacolod at 11 am.
Fights Saturday (June 30) at Gaisano City Mall Bacolod begin at 4 PM.
The author Carlos Costa can be reached by email: Carlos512@hotmail.com or by Viber/Whatsapp: +639184538152
Click here to view a list of other articles written by Carlos Costa.
Recent PhilBoxing.com In-House articles:
Taduran defense in limbo
By Joaquin Henson, Tue, 26 Nov 2024Nisa Rodriguez to return to ring Dec. 17th on “Holiday Fight Night 3” at Sony Hall in Times Square
Tue, 26 Nov 2024Lopez-Ataev main event leads international spectacular at IBA Champions’ Night Dubai
Tue, 26 Nov 2024WORLD NINEBALL TOUR ANNOUNCES THREE RANKING EVENTS TO CONCLUDE 2024
Tue, 26 Nov 2024HIGHLY COVETED TEAM GB OLYMPIAN PAT BROWN SIGNS WITH MATCHROOM BOXING
Mon, 25 Nov 2024NM Inigo rules Philippine Batang Pinoy Blitz chess championship
By Marlon Bernardino, Mon, 25 Nov 2024SPORTS SHORTS 285: AMIR KHAN ACCEPTS OFFER FOR AN EXHIBITION MATCH WITH MANNY PACQUIAO
By Maloney L. Samaco, Mon, 25 Nov 2024FOGOUM, TOSHIHIKO, KIM, RATTAWUT, RUF, CHUTINAN IN ACTION IN HIGHLAND’S EXCITING “SHOWDOWN” NOV 28 AT SPACEPLUS IN BANGKOK, THAILAND
By Carlos Costa, Mon, 25 Nov 2024Gil Robiego Co Elected New APPBRO President for 2025-2027
By Carlos Costa, Mon, 25 Nov 2024Garma wins, climbs to 8th place
By Marlon Bernardino, Mon, 25 Nov 2024Davao futsal scores 1st win
By Lito delos Reyes, Mon, 25 Nov 2024Filipino FIDE Master Mario Mangubat is the new FIDE World Senior 65 over category Rapid Champion
Sun, 24 Nov 2024Thunderdome 48 - Jude Grant vs Fano Kori
Sun, 24 Nov 2024World Boxing backs plan to create a new Confederation in Asia
Sun, 24 Nov 2024The message is clear – Asian Boxing Confederation remains united with the IBA
Sun, 24 Nov 2024