Jayson Vayson and Oscar Collazo Face Off at Press Conference (PHOTOS)
By Carlos Costa
PhilBoxing.com
Fri, 19 Sep 2025
INDIO, California -- Skilled Filipino challenger Jayson Vayson and unbeaten Puerto Rican champion Oscar "Pupilo" Collazo went face-to-face at the entertaining Golden Boy Promotions press conference today at the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio, California.
The two talented boxers are all set to clash for the Unified WBO/WBA/Ring Magazine Minimumweight World Title this Saturday, live on DAZN (Sunday at 8 am in the Philippines)
During the press conference, Vayson (14-1-1, 8 KOs) of Agusan del Sur and Collazo (12-0, 9 KOs) of Villalba, Puerto Rico, exuded confidence and strength, shaking hands and displaying a friendly demeanor that added interest to the 12-round battle.
Vayson, 27, is accompanied in his quest for a world title by his loyal coach Alan Alegria, and supporters Brico Santig, Darwin Miller Angelo Dep-ay, Ulysses Sato, Jay-R Raquinel, and Carlos Costa.
The crucial weigh-in ceremony is scheduled for tomorrow, September 19, and will be broadcast live on DAZN, with both fighters expected to weigh-in at 105 pounds or less.
The Filipino Team is confident that Jayson Vayson will make weight without difficulty, given his discipline and focus.
Will the bearded Collazo retain his title, or will the friendly and religious Vayson pull off a fantastic win?
Photos by Philboxing.
The author is veteran boxing reporter Carlos Costa of Cebu. carlos@philboxing.com.
Click here to view a list of other articles written by Carlos Costa.
Recent PhilBoxing.com In-House articles:
Facularin to fight Torres on December 13 in Japan
By Lito delos Reyes, Fri, 12 Dec 2025Baricuatro wins, Veloso falters in SEAG boxing
By Lito delos Reyes, Fri, 12 Dec 2025BASH BOXING AND UP NEXT FIGHTING RETURN WITH SPECIAL EDITION UNF 29 TOMORROW NIGHT AT ACE · MISSION STUDIOS IN LOS ANGELES
Fri, 12 Dec 2025MERCADO AIMING TO SEND MESSAGE TO 140LB RIVALS
Fri, 12 Dec 2025Sullivan Management signs Influencer/pro boxer Brooklyn Barwick
Fri, 12 Dec 2025Round 12: Successful WBC Annual Convention in Bangkok (Photos)
By Mauricio Sulaimán, Fri, 12 Dec 2025Halfway Point Surpassed at the 2025 USA Boxing National Championships
Fri, 12 Dec 2025NBA Daily: Wembanyama-less Spurs Dominate Lakers 132-119 in NBA Cup Quarterfinals
By Reylan Loberternos, Thu, 11 Dec 2025The 18th edition of the Kamatyas FIDE Rated Open Chess Tournament on December 13
By Marlon Bernardino, Thu, 11 Dec 2025TRAINING CAMP NOTES: Undefeated Contender Kevin “Alfa” Brown Ready to Challenge Cletus Seldin for WBA Interim World Title on December 13
Thu, 11 Dec 2025ProBox CEO Garry Jonas Says Team Lamont Roach Looking for Tank Rematch Next or Pitbull Rematch in DC
Thu, 11 Dec 2025Jean Henri Lhuillier Celebrates Cebuana Lhuillier Sports Ambassadors Competing in SEA Games 2025
By Marlon Bernardino, Thu, 11 Dec 2025TEOFIMO LOPEZ VS. SHAKUR STEVENSON ON JANUARY 31
By Maloney L. Samaco, Wed, 10 Dec 2025QUOTES FROM TODAY’S CHM 2: REMATCH SEASON OPEN WORKOUT PRESENTED BY CHAMPIONING MENTAL HEALTH
Wed, 10 Dec 2025Villarosa to fight Antaran on Dec. 18 in Bucana
By Lito delos Reyes, Wed, 10 Dec 2025