July 4: Albert Bell Steps In to Challenge Abdullah Mason in All-Ohio WBO Lightweight World Title Showdown at Cleveland State University’s Wolstein Center LIVE on TNT and DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 26 Jun 2026
Joe Cordina Was Forced To Withdraw Due to a Visa Issue
Mason-Bell, Bruce Carrington-Rene Palacios, Tiger Johnson-Christopher Guerrero and Scooter Davis-Carlos Ramos will be broadcast LIVE beginning at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. Read Full Story >>>
Zamboanga relinquishes her ONE Women’s title
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 26 Jun 2026
FILIPINA MMA star Denice “The Menace” Zamboanga has officially relinquished her ONE Women’s Atomweight World Championship title after giving birth to her first child with husband, fellow MMA fighter Fritz Biagtan.
Ac Read Full Story >>>
'Boots' Ennis the most phenomenal fighter I've ever seen, says Hearn
By John Evans, The Ring, Fri, 26 Jun 2026
Eddie Hearn is backing Jaron "Boots" Ennis to put on a masterclass and prove his pound-for-pound credentials when he fights Puerto Rico’s unified WBO/WBA junior middleweight champion, Xander Zayas, at The Barclay Centre in Brooklyn, New York on Saturday.
The fight will be streamed live on on DAZN Read Full Story >>>
Another possibility emerges for Manny Pacquiao
By Niall Doran, Boxing News and Views, Fri, 26 Jun 2026
Manny Pacquiao is still in talks apparently for a Floyd Mayweather rematch as he returns to proper boxing training this week.
Pacquiao knows if his next professional boxing match is to be his last one in the sport, he must be mentally and physically right.
At 47-years-old he must be absolutely Read Full Story >>>
Top-ranked Charly Suarez facing Manuel Avila, plus two more fights added to July 18 ProBoxTV event
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 26 Jun 2026
Charly Suarez.
Super welterweight Yan Marcos, takes on Guido Emmanuel Schramm; Oscar Bonifacino faces Raul Escudero
(June 25, 2026) – ProBoxTV has added three more televised fights to their already stacked Saturday, Read Full Story >>>
Yanon fights Kaji in Tokyo on July 4
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 26 Jun 2026
ABUBAKAR “The Bomb” Yanon of General Santos City will fight in Japan against Hayate Kaji on July 4 at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo.
Abubakar [8-2-0, 7KOs] recently lost to Perlito Exclamada Jr. of Negros Occidental by a unanimous Read Full Story >>>
Preparations underway for 2026 IBA men’s divisional continental championships
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 26 Jun 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — The International Boxing Association (IBA) confirms that the highly anticipated 2026 men’s divisional continental championships are scheduled to take place this autumn.
Chris Roberts OBE, IBA Secretary Read Full Story >>>
Options for Manny Pacquiao is Mayweather 2 falls through
By Niall Doran, Boxing News and Views, Fri, 26 Jun 2026
The Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao fight has not been confirmed yet and the Filipino needs to look at options now.
Of course there are plenty as always for Manny Pacquiao.
Still a big name and draw in the sport even after all these years and at his advanced age of 47.
It was only last y Read Full Story >>>
Highland Boxing Promotions Presents "Warrior Showdown" in Bangkok on June 27
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Bangkok will host 14 professional boxing bouts this Saturday, June 27, as Highland Boxing Promotions stages Warrior Showdown at World Siam Stadium.
The exciting event will be broadcast live worldwide on Tri Read Full Story >>>
Usyk reportedly considering retirement but could face Kabayel before the year ends
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Rumors have been circulating about undefeated Ukrainian heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk potentially retiring from professional boxing. But what is certain is that talks are underway for him to face undefeated German ch Read Full Story >>>
Luke Littler and Ben Whittaker join forces as Matchroom Sport takes over New York City
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Two worlds came together over 1,000 feet above the Manhattan skyline as Matchroom Boxing and the Professional Darts Corporation get set to take over New York City this week.
Two of Britain’s best sports stars Read Full Story >>>
IOC Announces $10,000 'Fit for the Future' Grant for All Qualifying Olympians, Including Boxers
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 25 Jun 2026
The IOC changes the rules and allocates $10,000 to every Olympic athlete, regardless of whether they win a medal.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced a new program called the "Fit for the Future Olympian Read Full Story >>>
Boxers did it first: IBA President welcomes IOC’s decision on allocating funds among athletes
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Lausanne, Switzerland — IBA President Umar Kremlev has welcomed the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) decision to establish a $100 million athlete support fund, declaring it a long-overdue sign that the IOC has finally listened and commenced necessary reforms.
The financial commitment, Read Full Story >>>
PH national now ready for Asia-Oceania Sambo
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 25 Jun 2026
PILIPINAS Sambo Federation Inc. president Paolo Tancontian said the wait is over.
“Team Philippines is locked in, leveled up, and officially ready to take on the best in the region at 2026 Asia-Oceania Sambo Championships set on June 25-28 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila,” said Tanconti Read Full Story >>>
UFC TITLE CHALLENGER IAN MACHADO GARRY JOINS MATCHROOM TALENT AGENCY AS EDDIE HEARN LAUDS 'SUPERSTAR' SIGNING
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Matchroom Talent Agency is delighted to announce today UFC title challenger Ian Machado Garry as the latest addition to its elite roster.
The Irishman challenges pound-for-pound No.1 Islam Makhachev for the UFC W Read Full Story >>>
Round 12 with Mauricio Sulaimán: The Fathers in the boxing world
By Mauricio Sulaimán, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 24 Jun 2026
Last Sunday, Father’s Day was celebrated in most countries. It will never be the same kind of celebration as Mother’s Day, but it is a special day nonetheless.
Grandfathers and fathers are honored, social med Read Full Story >>>
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan arrive for Asia & Oceania Sambo Tournament
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 24 Jun 2026
KAZAKHSTAN and Kyrgyzstan arrived today, June 23 for the 2026 Asia & Oceania Sambo Championships set on June 25-28 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.
The others are Mongolia, Turkmenistan, Vietnam, Japan and Uzbekistan.
“From across Asia and Oceania, athletes are landing in the capital, Read Full Story >>>
Mexican Hall of Fame Legend Carlos Zarate undergoes surgery in Mexico
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 24 Jun 2026
Legendary Mexican former world champion and International Boxing Hall of Famer Carlos Zárate underwent surgery at the Ignacio Chavez Institute of Cardiology in Mexico City, according to information shared by his family on Wedne Read Full Story >>>
IM Arca to see action in 28th Asian Youth Chess Championships 2026 in Shenzhen,China
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 24 Jun 2026
International Master Christian Gian Karlo Tade-Arca is set to represent the Philippines in the upcoming 28th Asian Youth Chess Championships 2026 will take place in Shenzhen, China, from July 15 to 25. The prestigious continental tournament, organized by the Chinese Chess Association under the auspi Read Full Story >>>
Lenar Perez to Face Former Two-Time World Title Challenger Thabiso Mchunu, with Fendero-Fondjo as Co-Feature on September 3 in Montreal!
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 24 Jun 2026
MONTREAL, June 23, 2026 — WBA Continental cruiserweight champion Lenar Perez will face the toughest test of his career on September 3 when he takes on two-time world title challenger Thabiso “The Rock” Mchunu in the Read Full Story >>>
Gustavo Trujillo'S Remarkable Journey Continues as Reigning Bkb Heavyweight Champion Climbs the Pro Boxing Ranks
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 24 Jun 2026
"It feels great to be the BKB Heavyweight Champion while also moving up the rankings in professional boxing" - Gustavo Trujillo
MIAMI, FL (June 23, 2026) – Few fighters in combat sports today can claim success in Read Full Story >>>
AMER ABDALLAH APPOINTED ADVISOR TO THE KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN BOXING FEDERATION
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 24 Jun 2026
MANAMA, BAHRAIN (June 23, 2026) – The Bahrain Boxing Federation has officially announced the appointment of internationally respected boxing executive and global sports advisor Amer Abdallah as an Advisor to Read Full Story >>>
Youth Sports Sambo on June 25
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 24 Jun 2026
THE Youth Sport Sambo competition for ages 16 to 18 years old will be on June 25 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.
The male category will be 53kg, 58kg, 64kg, 71kg, 79kg, 88kg, 98kg and +98kg while the women are 47kg, 50kg, 54kg, 59kg, 65kg, 72kg, 80kg and +80kg.
“The preliminary and se Read Full Story >>>
Train for Puma Half Marathon in starts June 24
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 24 Jun 2026
THE training for the Puma Philippine Half Marathon Series 2026 – Davao Leg will start tomorrow, Wednesday June 24 at 7 pm at the Davao Global Township in Matina.
“Join fellow runners, local run clubs, and the PUMA community as we build towards race day through a series of community training r Read Full Story >>>
THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION 22 JUNE 2026
By Eric Armit, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 23 Jun 2026
HIGHLIGHTS:
JUNE 17
-Canadian welter Mazlum Akdeniz goes to 24-0 as he decisions Maurice Lee
JUNE 19
-In European title fights at super middle the fight between Jose Navarro and Oliver Zaren was abandoned after the Read Full Story >>>
Team PH reigns in Senior League Softball Asia-Pacific and Middle East Regional Tournament in Indonesia
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 23 Jun 2026
Team Philippines blanked Guam, 21-0, in their gold medal match to claim the coveted title in the just ended Senior League Softball Asia-Pacific and Middle East Regional Tournament held at JJC Community Center, West Java, Indonesia from June 16-24, 2026.
Team Philippines, represented by the Provin Read Full Story >>>
ZAYAS AND BOOTS KICK-OFF FIGHT WEEK WITH STORMY FIRST FACE-OFF IN BROOKLYN
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 23 Jun 2026
Blockbuster Super-Welterweight clash ready to light up the Big Apple on Saturday night, live worldwide on DAZN PPV
Xander Zayas and Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis were in the eye of the storm in Brooklyn as they kic Read Full Story >>>
Santisima, Apolinar stop foes
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 23 Jun 2026
STABLEMATES Alex Santisima Jr. and Pete Apolinar of ZIP Sanman stopped their foes last June 19 at the Edion Hisaya Plaza in Nagoya.
The 26-year-old Santisima knocked out countryman Richard Pumicpic in the Read Full Story >>>
BOOTS: I FEEL GREAT AT 154
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 23 Jun 2026
Philly star ready to dominate second weight class as he meets unified king Zayas in Brooklyn, live on DAZN PPV
Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis says he’s ready to take over the 154lb division as he closes in on his blockb Read Full Story >>>
Bohat is PBF Silver bantamweight champion
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 23 Jun 2026
UNDEFEATED Jubet “Vampire” Bohol stopped Ricky Cajutol in the second round to claim the Philippine Boxing Federation [PBF] Silver super bantamweight championship title last June 21 at the DRP Sports Complex in Baranga Read Full Story >>>