THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION 17 JUNE 2026: Bam Stops Vargas in 6; Wins by Michel Soro, Wilkens Mathieu, Elif Nur Turhan, Nataly Delgado and Abraham Perez
By Eric Armit, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 16 Jun 2026
HIGHLIGHTS:
JUNE 10
-In the Ivory Coast Michel Soro halts Hassan Mwakinyo to win the vacant IBO middleweight title and there are wins for Kevin Lele Sadjo and Milan Prat.
JUNE 11
- In Montreal Wilkens Mathieu stops E Read Full Story >>>
Undefeated world champion Ataev faces experienced Venezuelan puncher Uzcátegui at IBA PRO 19
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 16 Jun 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — One of amateur boxing’s most accomplished stars, Sharabutdin Ataev (8-0, 5 KOs), will take another major step in his professional journey when he faces Venezuela’s Jose "Bolivita" Uzcátegu Read Full Story >>>
Full Fight Card Set for MF Pro’s “Pugilist Revolution” June 19 at Thunder Studios in Long Beach
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 16 Jun 2026
LONG BEACH, CA (June 15, 2026) – MF Pro proudly announces the complete fight card for "Pugilist Revolution," an action-packed night of professional boxing taking place Friday, June 19, 2026, at Thunder Studios Read Full Story >>>
Will Canoy make it to the U.S.?
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Tue, 16 Jun 2026
The world title shot of Filipino Joey Canoy is in danger of being scrapped.
As of early Monday afternoon, Canoy was still waiting for the issuance of his US visa.
Canoy is scheduled to challenge Puerto Rican two-belt titleholder Oscar Collazo this Saturday night (Sunday morning in the Philippi Read Full Story >>>
Campbell son of Ricky Hatton confirms ring return
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 16 Jun 2026
Campbell Hatton, 25, (14-2, 5 KOs), son of the late British boxing legend Ricky Hatton, has announced his return to boxing after his retirement following his father's death.
Campbell made the announcement last Saturday at t Read Full Story >>>
Deaño to fight for ABF super feather title
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 16 Jun 2026
FEATHERWEIGHT Alfred “Destroyer” Deaño of Davao City will fight again in Bangkok against Jirapan “Chilaphan Cawhayong” Nakornluan of Thailand for the Asian Boxing Federation [ABF] super featherweight title on June 27 at Read Full Story >>>
Former champ Andy Ruiz could return against Huggie Fury in 2026
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 16 Jun 2026
It has been learned unofficially that former American world champion Andy Ruiz, 36 (35-2-1, 22 KOs), could return to the ring in 2026 against Briton Hughie Fury, cousin of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.
Ruiz hasn Read Full Story >>>
Bam Breaks the Scale: How Rodriguez Became Boxing’s Undisputed No. 2 by Knocking Out a Bigger Man
By Niall Doran, Boxing News and Views, Tue, 16 Jun 2026
Bam Rodriguez is no a three division champion in professional boxing a rare feat in any time in the sport of boxing.
This past Saturday night he lived up to the hype and came through the bluster and often bravado that can go alongside hyped fighters.
He scored a sixth round technical knockout Read Full Story >>>
Holding all the aces: Casimero current toast of Philippine boxing
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Mon, 15 Jun 2026
As Manny Pacquiao awaits word from Floyd Mayweather in relation to their September showdown on Netflix, the current face of Philippine boxing is that of Johnriel “Quadro Alas” Casimero.
Even though Casimero is not a world champion, the Leyte native is so popular that his latest victory — a Read Full Story >>>
Mexican legend Jackie Nava inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 15 Jun 2026
Mexican boxing star Jackie Nava, "The Aztec Princess," was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame, officially becoming one of the immortal figures of the sport. She is the fourth Mexican female boxer and the twe Read Full Story >>>
Ronnie Alvarez Dominates Filip Stankovic, Scores Seventh-Round TKO at Desert Diamond Arena
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 14 Jun 2026
GLENDALE, AZ (June 14, 2026) – Continuing his rapid rise in the middleweight division, undefeated Ronnie Alvarez (7-0, 6 KOs) scored a dominant seventh-round TKO over Filip Stankovic (9-4, 6 KOs) on Saturday at De Read Full Story >>>
THE CROWNING OF BAM: Rodriguez Overcomes Early Storm to Detonate Vargas in Six, Eyes Inoue Super-Fight
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 14 Jun 2026
On a scorching Saturday night inside the Desert Diamond Arena, Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez did more than merely collect another gilded strap. He ascended. Surviving an early, suffocating tempest, the 26-year-old phenom dropped A Read Full Story >>>
New York Knicks win the NBA Championship with historic comeback
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 14 Jun 2026
After a 53-year wait, New York Knicks fans finally had reason to celebrate after a historic run. The New York franchise defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 on Saturday, June 14, to capture their third NBA title. Read Full Story >>>
Panamanian superstar Nataly Delgado wins 115lb female WBA world championship in Orlando, Florida
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 14 Jun 2026
Panamanian superstar and WBA interim super flyweight world champion Nataly Delgado (21-7-2, 5 KOs) lived up to her status as the favorite and years of dedication to claim the regular world title after defeating regula Read Full Story >>>
IBA Bare Knuckle to make historic United States debut in Miami
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 14 Jun 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — IBA Bare Knuckle is set to make its highly anticipated debut in the United States on 18 July 2026, with a flagship showcase at the James L. Knight Center in Miami, Florida.
Representing a significant milestone in the league’s rapid global expansion, the event will feat Read Full Story >>>
Laurente remains undefeated, TKOs Aguan in Gensan
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 14 Jun 2026
CRIZTIAN Pitt “Golden Boy” Laurente remained unbeaten after stopping Jing “Edo” Aguan of Kidapawan City last Saturday, June 13 at the Villa Kristen Resort & Hotel in General Santos City.
The 26-year-o Read Full Story >>>
Foundation stone laid for the first-ever IBA arena in Dushanbe
PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 14 Jun 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — A landmark moment for international boxing took place in Dushanbe, Tajikistan as the Chairman of Majlisi milli Majlisi Oli, Chairman of Dushanbe city, Honourable Rustam Emomali, t Read Full Story >>>
Jerick Faeldonia Wins One Chess Movement Tournament
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Sun, 14 Jun 2026
Jerick Faeldonia, a certified Online Arena International Master (AIM), was crowned champion in the Under-17 division of the just-concluded One Chess Movement National Capital Region 9 District 2026 Rapid Tournament at Robinsons Galleria, corner EDSA, Quezon City on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
Faeldo Read Full Story >>>
Bam Rodriguez vs Antonio Vargas & Martinez vs Cardenas Preview and Picks
By Chris Carlson, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 13 Jun 2026
This Saturday night at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, Jessie ‘Bam’ Rodriguez faces Antonio Vargas. This will be Rodriguez’s first outing of 2026 as he looks to add another solid name to his resume Read Full Story >>>
Popper vs. Seldon Jr. Official Weights for June 13 in Atlantic City
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 13 Jun 2026
Undefeated South Jersey heavyweights Josh "The Hammer" Popper and Bruce "2.0" Seldon Jr. made weight Friday ahead of Saturday's Boxing Insider Promotions card at the Tropicana Atlantic City Showroom. Popper, of Egg Ha Read Full Story >>>
GLENDALE, AZ FIGHT WEEK: OFFICIAL WEIGH-IN RESULTS FOR BAM VS VARGAS – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 13 Jun 2026
WEIGHTS, IMAGES AND RUNNING ORDER FOR BAM VS. VARGAS IN GLENDALE, AZ
Doors open at 2pm (all times local)
First Bell at 2.20pm
8 x 3 mins Super-Middleweight contest
RONNY ALVAREZ, Ciego de Avila, Cuba (167.6lbs) Read Full Story >>>
Undefeated Middleweight Amir Anderson Meets Jonas Sylvain in Battle of Unbeatens on DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 13 Jun 2026
"June 19 is my chance to prove I belong among the best up-and-coming fighters in the sport" - Amir Anderson
LONG BEACH, CA (June 12, 2026) – MF Pro’s undefeated prospect Amir “Cashman” Anderson (7-0, 7 KOs Read Full Story >>>
Munsayac, Celones get FMA award
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 13 Jun 2026
MARTIAL artists Ferdinand “Papa Goat” Munsayac and Rodrigo “Ninong D'goat” Celones were awarded by the Filipino Martial Artist [FMA] Sultan ng Sining recently in Antipolo City.
Munsayac, owner and president of Ju Read Full Story >>>
Weigh-In Results for Sanman 101: Laurente Eyes Home Victory
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 12 Jun 2026
General Santos City, Philippines – The weigh-ins for Sanman 101 delivered a strong showcase ahead of tomorrow’s event at the Villa Kristen Resort Hotel. Unbeaten IBF Pan Pacific contender Criztian Laurente stepped o Read Full Story >>>
A letter for Johnriel Casimero
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Fri, 12 Jun 2026
Dear Johnriel,
I was at ringside when you saved the day for Philippine boxing last Saturday at the Aichi Sky Expo in Tokoname, Japan.
When you climbed the ring to face Luis Nery, Philippine boxing had already suffered two defeats.
Kenneth Llover came up short against Michael Angeletti and V Read Full Story >>>
Arleah Cassandra Sapuan of Valencia, Negros finishes ninth in Las Vegas chess
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 12 Jun 2026
Arleah Cassandra Sapuan of the Philippines finished in ninth place at the US Women's Open Chess Championships dubbed as Las Vegas International Chess Festival at the Las Vegas Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA held from June 10-11,2026.
Sapuan, one of the top players of the multi-titled Far Read Full Story >>>
EVERY WORD FROM THE FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE AHEAD OF BAM VS. VARGAS IN GLENDALE, ARIZONA
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 12 Jun 2026
Bam aiming to become three-weight World champion against WBA ruler on Saturday night, live worldwide on DAZN
Eddie Hearn
“Welcome everybody to the wonderful Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, which Read Full Story >>>
IBA President warns Olympic movement will fade unless IOC rewards athletes and reforms now
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 12 Jun 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — The International Boxing Association (IBA) President has renewed its call for urgent reform of the Olympic model, warning that the Olympic movement risks long-term decline if the International Olymp Read Full Story >>>
2026 NBA Finals: Knicks Rally from 29 Points Down to Steal Game 4 from Spurs 107-106
By Reylan Loberternos, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 11 Jun 2026
Tagbilaran City, Bohol – The New York Knicks are on the cusp of the Larry O’Brien trophy, as they set an NBA record for the biggest Finals comeback, rallying from 29 points down to beat the San Antonio Spurs 107- Read Full Story >>>
VARGAS: BEATING BAM MAKES ME ‘THE MAN’
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 11 Jun 2026
WBA Bantamweight champion confident of upsetting pound-for-pound star in Phoenix
Antonio Vargas says he’s ready to hand a first pro defeat to Jesse ‘Bam’ Rodriguez and catapult himself into the elite as he defend Read Full Story >>>