IBA presents stacked fight card for May 21 event in Mexico City
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 08 May 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland – A high-quality night of professional boxing is set for May 21 at Arena CDMX, as IBA and Zanfer Boxing unveils a diverse and competitive fight card featuring rising prospects, seasoned contenders Read Full Story >>>
Laurente to promote amateur boxing
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 08 May 2026
FORMER professional boxer Criz Sander Laurente of General Santos City now wants to promote amateur boxing.
The 27-year-old Laurente, older brother of Criztian Pitt “Golden Boy” Laurente [15-0-0, 9KOs], has a 1-0-0, Read Full Story >>>
Heavyweight Gustavo Trujillo Has a New Date Returns May 30 at War Memorial Auditorium in Fort Lauderdale
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 08 May 2026
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (May 7, 2026) — Undefeated WBO #14 ranked heavyweight contender, Gustavo Trujillo (10-0, 9 KOs), has a new date and location for his long-awaited return as he is set to face seasoned veteran Sergio Read Full Story >>>
Toro Promotions & Whitfield Haydon Officially Announce ‘Sizzling Summer Boxing Series’
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 08 May 2026
LOS ANGELES (May 7, 2026) – Toro Promotions, Inc., in association with Whitfield Haydon, has announced its “Sizzling Summer Boxing Series,” consecutive monthly professional boxing events taking place across Arizona, Washington, and California from June through August.
“King of the West” Read Full Story >>>
Jean Henri Lhuillier Drives ASAPHIL’s Winning System Through Long-Term Vision and Coaching Continuity
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 08 May 2026
The continued rise of the Cebuana Lhuillier-backed Amateur Softball Association of the Philippines (ASAPHIL) is, at its core, a reflection of President Jean Henri Lhuillier’s long-term vision for Philippine sports—one that prioritizes systems, discipline, and sustained excellence over short-term Read Full Story >>>
Dy ready to face Malignaggi in BKB on May 16
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 07 May 2026
ROLANDO Gabriel “The Incredible” Dy of Dasmarinas City is now ready to defend his Bare Knuckle Boxing (BKB) - Police Gazette World Super Welterweight crown against former world champion Paulie “Magic Man” Mal Read Full Story >>>
‘A younger lion always comes for that old lions spot. Your time is up, GET OUT OF MY WAY! – Manny Ritti challenges former ONE FC World Champion Nobutsu Suzuki May 29 in Perth – Thunderdome 54
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 07 May 2026
May 29th, Dragon Fire Boxing hits the Metro City Arena for the second time this year for the 54th edition of the iconic Thunderdome series with a stacked card.
One of the feature fights pits two MMA fighters turnin Read Full Story >>>
Mayweather-Pacquiao rematch won't take place at the Sphere
By Andreas Hale, ESPN.com, Thu, 07 May 2026
The ongoing saga of whether a rematch between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao will materialize has hit yet another bump in the road.
The fight, which was announced in February to take place at The Sphere in Las Vegas on Sept. 19 by Netflix, has been in turmoil ever since Floyd Mayweather Read Full Story >>>
Kenia Enriquez Signs Multi-Year Contract with Latin KO Promotions
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 07 May 2026
With the firm goal of elevating her career on Box Televisa screen, Tijuana native Kenia Enríquez—a three-time world champion in two weight divisions—has signed a multi-year agreement with Latin KO Promotions, led by Read Full Story >>>
FM Habla, Madriaga win Armageddon for IIEE-PSME Quezon City in PCAP
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 07 May 2026
FM Jony Habla won over Vladimir Gonzales while Electrical Engr. Jose Oyen Madriaga beat NM Glennen Artuz to get the 2-1 win for the Institute of Integrated Electrical Engineers – Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers Quezon City Sima’s Tribe (IIEE-PSME QC) against Arriba Iriga Oragons for t Read Full Story >>>
Undefeated heavyweight prospect Pryce Taylor Graduates to 10-rounder this Saturday in Atlanta
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 07 May 2026
NEW YORK CITY (May 6, 2026) – Undefeated Brooklyn heavyweight prospect Pryce Taylor (11-0, 7 KOs) has graduated to 10-round matches, starting this Saturday night (May 9) in Atlanta against upset-minded Calvin Barnett ( Read Full Story >>>
Suarez faces Avila in U.S.
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Wed, 06 May 2026
The pursuit of a rematch with Mexican Emanuel Navarrete continues as Charly Suarez returns to the ring in 11 July in California.
The Filipino fighter meets Mexican-American Manuel Avila, who has a 23-2-1 win-loss-draw record with eight knockouts.
The fight is being staged by Suarez’s new pro Read Full Story >>>
Jonas Magpantay bags P300,000 with Congressman Jeffrey Ferrer 10-Ball title win
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 06 May 2026
Jonas Magpantay of Quezon City stamped his class in the local billiards scene once again after capturing the Congressman Jeffrey Ferrer 10-Ball title, defeating Jollan Sabile of Davao City in the finals held at Cycle Hub Sports Bar & Cafe in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.
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Abdullah Mason Returns Home for Lightweight World Title Defense against Joe Cordina July 4 at Cleveland State University’s Wolstein Center
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 06 May 2026
Headlines first “The Fight” event LIVE on TNT and DAZN
Bruce Carrington to Defend WBC Featherweight World Title against Rene Palacios in Co-Feature
Cleveland Native and U.S. Olympian Tiger Johnson Faces Fellow Unbea Read Full Story >>>
Christopher Guerrero to face Delante Johnson on July 4 at the CSU Wolstein Center in Cleveland!
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 06 May 2026
MONTRÉAL, May 5, 2026 — Montreal’s Christopher Guerrero will have the opportunity to shine on the international stage on July 4! In a clash of undefeated rising contenders presented by Top Rank and broadcast glob Read Full Story >>>
Yanong and Horiike make weight in Japan for OPBF 140 lb. title
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 05 May 2026
Reymond “Robocop” Yanong (18-10-1, 12 KOs) of Escalante City will challenge undefeated Hiroki Horiike (7-0, 4 KOs) of Japan tomorrow, May 5 at the Korakuen Hall in Tokyo. Both tipped the scales at 63 kilos (139 lb Read Full Story >>>
How Dana White Aims To Take Over Boxing
By Tim Struby , Maxim, Tue, 05 May 2026
DANA WHITE LOVES BOXING.
Yep. It’s true. The hard-charging UFC boss, who’s spent the last 25 years transforming MMA from a fringe pastime into a multi-billion-dollar global juggernaut, is a boxing fanatic. It’s run through his veins since his teenage days in Boston. He boxed in the amateurs. Read Full Story >>>
Kulog at Kidlat: Boxing, Art, Thunder and Lightning at the 3rd Pacquiao–Elorde Awards
By Emmanuel Rivera, RRT, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 05 May 2026
Lightning comes first. Not because it happens earlier — but because it reaches us first. The sky cracks open with light. The air answers with sound.
Light travels faster. Sound follows.
Boxing has Read Full Story >>>
Camique forced to fight after food poisoning; hospitalized after losing by UD
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 05 May 2026
ALVIN “Pitbull Tyson” Camique of Sultan Kudarat was rushed to the hospital after losing by a unanimous decision in his rematch to Ibrahim Mafia of Tanzania last May 1 at the EACLC, Ubungo in Dar-Es-Salaam, T Read Full Story >>>
Tony Tolj Previews Thunderdome 54
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 05 May 2026
This Friday, Dragon Fire Boxing presents its 54th edition of the iconic Thunderdome and the second of 2026 schedule & is shaping up to be an explosive night of fights.
In the main event, Perth prospect “Big Bad” Mic Read Full Story >>>
Mexican boxing historian Eduardo Lamazón passes away at 70
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 05 May 2026
Journalist, commentator, and boxing historian Eduardo Lamazón, affectionately known as "Don Lama," passed away on May 4, 2026, at the age of 70 in Mexico City.
Lamazón will be remembered as a legendary figure in world box Read Full Story >>>
NM Rolly Parondo rules Thailand FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 05 May 2026
Playing without a single loss, National Master Rolly Parondo Jr. emerged as champion in the Red Knight Chess Club FIDE Rated Rapid Chess Tournament held at the Red Knight Chess Club in Bangkok, Thailand last Sunday, May 3, 2026.
The Oton, Iloilo native Porondo finished the 6-Round Swiss System co Read Full Story >>>
Wardley vs Dubois: 95% KO Power Collides in Manchester — Winner Gets Usyk Next
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 05 May 2026
After a super exciting boxing weekend, how about this one for this Saturday, May 9: Fabio Wardley defending his WBO heavyweight world title against the always dangerous Daniel “Dynamite” Dubois!
It’s indeed Read Full Story >>>
Former Cuban champions Gamboa and Rigondeaux returns on May 30 in Fort Lauderdale
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 05 May 2026
Former Olympic gold medalist and former world champion Yuriolis Gamboa (30-5, 18 KOs), 44, appears ready for his return to professional boxing after reports indicated he would continue fighting bare-knuckle bouts.
Gam Read Full Story >>>
Pido to defend crown in SIGLO 100km Ultramarathon
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 05 May 2026
JONATHAN Pido of Tagum City will be defending his crown in the coming second SIGLO 100km Ultramarathon set on May 30 & 31 in-and- out back course at the Magsaysay Park in Sta. Ana Avenue, Davao City.
“This is my resback,” said the 42-year-old Pido, a Philippine National Police officer.
But Read Full Story >>>
Yanong arrives in Japan
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 04 May 2026
CHALLENGER Reymond “Robocop” Yanong of Escalante City arrived in Japan today to fight undefeated Hiroki Horiike of Japan for the Orient and Pacific Boxing Federation super lightweight title on May 5 at the Read Full Story >>>
High-octane offense: Llover holds key to Angeletti victory
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Mon, 04 May 2026
Kenneth Llover admits that the road to a world title shot is heavily guarded and clearing the road block won’t be easy.
“My next opponent is a very scientific fighter,” Llover, sporting a 17-0-0 win-loss-draw record with 12 knockouts, told DAILY TRIBUNE.
That opponent is American Michael Read Full Story >>>
OLEKSANDR USYK VS RICO VERHOEVEN ‘GLORY IN GIZA’ TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR HISTORIC UNDISPUTED CLASH IN EGYPT – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 04 May 2026
Tickets for the undisputed clash between Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven, titled 'Glory in Giza' are on sale now for what is set to be one of the most historic sporting events ever staged.
Set against the extraord Read Full Story >>>
David Benavidez knocks out Zurdo Ramirez to claim unified titles at 200 pounds, calls out Canelo Alvarez
By Shakiel Mahjouri, CBS Sports, Sun, 03 May 2026
David Benavidez is where he always belonged. Boxing politics delayed his ascension, but on Saturday, he proved it was always inevitable. Benavidez shredded Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez to pieces in a night of several firsts as "The Mexican Monster" claimed the unified cruiserweight titles.
It took 50 Read Full Story >>>
Parade of champs
By Joaquin Henson, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 03 May 2026
Former world boxing champions were honored at the Pacquiao-Elorde Awards Night in the Grand Ballroom, Okada Manila last Thursday and they came with lots of stories to share.
Rolando Navarrete, Read Full Story >>>