Andy Cruz vs Raymond Muratalla: Who Will Execute?
By Chris Carlson, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Jan 2026
This Saturday night, Andy Cruz and Raymond Muratalla go head-to-head in a battle of skills. Cruz has an elite amateur pedigree and has adapted well in a short period of time at the paid ranks. Muratalla is a high- Read Full Story >>>
Libranza to fight undefeated Tso for IBF Pan Pacific bantam
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Jan 2026
GENISIS “Cobra” Libranza of Bayugan, Agusan del Sur will fight against comebacking Rex “The Wonder Kid” Tso of Hong Kong on February 28 at the Elorde Sports Complex in Paranaque City.
The 32-year-old Libran Read Full Story >>>
Filipino Cue Artist RJ Bautista Ready to Shine at the Las Vegas Open 2026
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Jan 2026
Rising Filipino billiards sensation Rodlin John "RJ" Bautista is set to make waves at the prestigious Las Vegas Open 2026 schedule on February 18 to 23, 2026 at the West Gate Las Vegas Resort and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.
Supported by sportsman Jimmy Astorga, Bautista, the pride Quezon City Read Full Story >>>
MURATALLA VS. CRUZ WEIGHTS AND RUNNING ORDER
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Jan 2026
Doors open 3pm PT - First Bell 3.50pm PT - Non-televised/stream prelim bouts
6 x 3 mins Super-Middleweight contest
RONNY ALVAREZ (168.2lbs) vs. BRAULIO MATIAS (168lbs)
Ciego de Avila, Cuba Col Read Full Story >>>
Xander Zayas vs. Abass Baraou Fight Week Events to Stream LIVE on Top Rank’s Social Media Channels
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Jan 2026
Zayas vs. Baraou junior middleweight title unification clash headlines historic San Juan fight night on Saturday, Jan. 31
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (Jan. 23, 2026) — It's nearly fight week for the homecoming of Pue Read Full Story >>>
Ballesteros not yet ready against Ocum
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Jan 2026
UNDEFEATED Ronerick “Jackhammer” Ballesteros of Malasigui is not yet ready to fight Roger “Assassin” Ocum of Kidapawan City for 10-rounds on January 26 for the WBC Asian lightweight at the Arenas Civic Cen Read Full Story >>>
Chocolatito Gonzalez to undergo shoulder surgery
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Jan 2026
Four-time world champion Roman "Chocolatito" Gonzalez, 38, will undergo surgery on January 30th for an old injury to his left shoulder. The procedure will be performed by a team of Nicaraguan doctors residing in the Read Full Story >>>
NM Nika finishes Sixth in Czech Republic Blitz chess tourney
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Jan 2026
National Master Nika Juris Nicolas bagged the sixth place honor at the conclusion of the Marienbad Open 2026 Blitz Tournament 24th International Chess Festival was held at the Continental Hotel, Marianske Lazne in Czech Republic Thursday.
The 13-year-old NM Nika earned 7.0 points on account of se Read Full Story >>>
The Ninth Annual Box Fan Expo RETURNS! Saturday May 2, 2026 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Jan 2026
Box Fan Expo – the Largest Boxing Fan Event held in the U.S – the Ultimate Boxing Fan Experience
Tickets On-Sale Now at EventBrite
Las Vegas (January 23, 2026) – WE ARE BACK!!! The Box Fan Expo has announced its return to Las Vegas and its Ninth Annual Box Fan Expo for fans and the boxing Read Full Story >>>
Donaire back in Cebu
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 23 Jan 2026
Former four-division world champion and WBA No. 1 bantamweight Nonito Donaire, Jr. is back in Cebu training at Omega Boxing Gym’s Camp Kumbati while awaiting confirmation of his next fight. There’s nothing definite on the Read Full Story >>>
MURATALLA VS. CRUZ IN LAS VEGAS FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE QUOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 23 Jan 2026
Eddie Hearn
“Welcome to the beautiful Fontainebleau here in Las Vegas ahead of a huge night of World championship boxing this Saturday night, live and exclusive on DAZN.
“Andy Cruz is looking to add to Read Full Story >>>
Taduran’s camp eyes other options
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Fri, 23 Jan 2026
Now that it’s becoming clearer that his chance at Puerto Rican two-belt titleholder Oscar Collazo is not happening anytime soon, Pedro Taduran and his camp have started looking elsewhere.
Nothing concrete is on the horizon just yet but a possible backup plan is for Taduran to defend his Interna Read Full Story >>>
Four Pinoys in line for title shots
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 23 Jan 2026
Four No. 1 contenders are in line for mandatory title cracks as the year 2025 ended with 25 Filipinos ranked among the top 15 fighters by WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO. The four are WBC superfeatherweight Mark Magsayo, Read Full Story >>>
After the meeting in Mexico City, the WBC is ready for 2026
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 23 Jan 2026
With the firm objective of strengthening the foundations of world boxing and continuing to innovate in matters of safety and social responsibility, the World Boxing Council (WBC) began a productive two-day working meeting th Read Full Story >>>
Former world title challenger Jerry Belmontes Returns to ring at home after nearly a decade in Retirement on January 31 in Texas
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 23 Jan 2026
LOS ANGELES (January 22, 2026) – Hometown favorite Jerry “The Corpus Christi Kid” Belmontes (21-10, 6 KOs), a former world lightweight title challenger, will make a one-and-done comeback after 9-plus years in retirement Read Full Story >>>
SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT RONNY ALVAREZ TRAINING CAMP NOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
"I’m hungry, and I want to show people that I’m not just undefeated, I’m dangerous" Ronny Alvarez
LAS VEGAS, NV (January 21, 2026) — Undefeated super middleweight, Ronny Alvarez (5-0, 4 KOs), is entering 2026 wit Read Full Story >>>
STRICKLAND STUNS REYES AS SOUQUET SEALS REDEMPTION | WNT LEGENDS
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
Earl Strickland produced a vintage performance to overcome Efren Reyes on Day Two of WNT Legends, renewing their iconic Colour of Money rivalry, while Ralf Souquet completed a dramatic comeback victory over Francisco Bustama Read Full Story >>>
WBC hails Pacquiao’s near-win vs Barrios
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
Despite coming up short of winning a world title at age 46, Manny Pacquiao emerged as the top choice for Comeback of the Year in a poll conducted by the World Boxing Council (WBC).
“The Filipino legend proved that he is still world-class. Pacquiao returned to the ring, showing flashes of the sp Read Full Story >>>
Knicks defeats Nets 120-66 to post largest margin of victory in franchise history
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
The ever-reliable New York Knicks defeated the Brooklyn Nets 120-66 on Wednesday, the largest margin of victory in franchise history, surpassing the previous record of 48 points.
Jalen Brunson scored 20 points, and Landry Sha Read Full Story >>>
Mauricio Sulaiman: "We simply urge Zuffa Boxing to respect and protect boxing and the boxer"
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
Zuffa Boxing is ready to present its first boxing event, and Dana White has confirmed that he will not accept or be interested in the participation of boxing's governing bodies. The path toward a new world also includes the Read Full Story >>>
January 31: Xander Zayas-Abass Baraou Junior Middleweight Title Unification Showdown to Stream LIVE on Top Rank Classics FAST Channel in the United States
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
Fight action from Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan begins at 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (Jan. 21, 2026) — The junior middleweight title unification tilt between WBO king Xander Zayas and WBA ru Read Full Story >>>
Mike Tyson to Launch “Mike Tyson Invitational,” a Three-Day Amateur Boxing Showcase Aimed at Elevating the Future of American Boxing
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
Elite Amateur Fighters and Olympic Hopefuls to Take Center Stage March 12–14 in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (Jan. 21) — Boxing legend Mike Tyson will return to the grassroots of the sport this spring with the launch of the Mi Read Full Story >>>
KAIPO GALLEGOS TRAINING CAMP NOTES
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 22 Jan 2026
Kaipo Gallegos Set to Launch 2026 Campaign in Las Vegas Homecoming Fight on Jan. 24
LAS VEGAS, NV (January 21, 2026) – Undefeated lightweight Kaipo Gallegos (10-0-1, 8 KOs) is locked in and ready to kick off 2026 as Read Full Story >>>
Jerusalem awaits ‘Golden’ contract
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Wed, 21 Jan 2026
Melvin Jerusalem appears to be the handpicked foe of Puerto Rican two-belt titleholder Oscar Collazo and not Pedro Taduran.
Based on the statements of Jerusalem, the reigning World Boxing Council titlist, has a strong chance of landing a mega fight with the World Boxing Association and World Boxi Read Full Story >>>
REYES AND BUSTAMANTE DELIVER HOME-SOIL MASTERCLASS | WNT LEGENDS
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 21 Jan 2026
Efren Reyes and Francisco Bustamante rolled back the years on a memorable opening day of WNT Legends, defeating Ralf Souquet and Earl Strickland respectively to underline Filipino dominance on home soil.
Staged in partner Read Full Story >>>
Reigning World 10-ball Champion Filipino cue master Jonas Magpantay to see action in Indonesia pool tourney
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 21 Jan 2026
Reigning World 10-ball Champion Filipino pool master Jonas Magpantay is set to represent the Philippines in the upcoming three International pool tournaments in Indonesia.
The 32-year-old standout from Barangay Kaunlaran, Cubao, Quezon City expressed his confidence that he can perform well in th Read Full Story >>>
OLYMPIC BOXING 7: 1936 OLYMPICS AT BERLIN, GERMANY
By Maloney L. Samaco, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 21 Jan 2026
The 1936 Summer Olympics were an international multi-sport event held from August 1 to 16, 1936 in Berlin, then capital of Nazi Germany. Adolf Hitler used the 1936 Games to promote his government and ideals of racial supremacy Read Full Story >>>
Usyk and Zuffa Boxing Negotiations Update
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 21 Jan 2026
It has been learned that there is contact, interest and conversations between Zuffa Boxing and the team of the Ukrainian world heavyweight champion Oleksander Usyk, although there is no public information with official de Read Full Story >>>
Round 12 with Mauricio Sulaimán: Twelve Years Later, Don José is Still With Us
By Mauricio Sulaimán, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 20 Jan 2026
Twelve years have passed since Don José left us. This past Friday, we celebrated a deeply moving Mass at the Old Basilica of Guadalupe, where the Sulaimán family received outpourings of affection that are Read Full Story >>>
Get know “BIG BAD BAZLEY”as he retuns March 13 in Perth – Thunderdome 53
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 20 Jan 2026
Friday the 13th of March, Dragon Fire Boxing hits the Metro City Arena for the first time this year for Thunderdome 53 with a stacked card.
One of the prospects coming through is heavyweight, “Big Bad” Michael Bazley.
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