Event Co-Promoted by Matchroom Boxing and Boxlab Promotions at Caribe Royale Resort ORLANDO, FL (October 8, 2025) – Yoelvis “La Joya” Gomez (9-1, 7 KOs), from Havana, Cuba, now fighting out of Las Vegas, NV, ret  

Dante Kirkman Set to Make Southern California Debut Against Power Puncher Wesley Vanderlinden on October 23 at Fight Club OC
PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 10 Oct 2025

COSTA MESA, CA (October 9, 2025) – Undefeated middleweight prospect, Dante “The Inferno” Kirkman (5-0, 2 KOs), will step into the ring for his Southern California debut on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at The Hangar in Cost  Read Full Story >>>

8th AQ Prime FIDE Standard Open chessfest slated
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025
Everything is set for the staging of the 8th AQ Prime FIDE Standard Open chess tournament slated on October 11 and 12 at the Robinsons Metro East in Pasig City. Cash prizes will be given to the winners of the six round Swiss system competition backed up by AQ Prime Proprietor and President Atty.   Read Full Story >>>

A Filipino and an American Homecoming
By Emmanuel Rivera, RRT, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025

Every celebration begins with the lives that gave it weight and meaning. Family, friends, strangers, acquaintances, colleagues, revered mentors, and the rare editors we meet along the way all help make our narrative complet  Read Full Story >>>

Tragedy Strikes Again: Arturo Gatti Jr., Son of Boxing Legend, Found Dead at 17 in Mexico
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025

Arturo Gatti Jr. The boxing world is in mourning following the shocking death of amateur boxer Arturo Gatti Jr., the 17-year-old son of late Hall of Famer Arturo "Thunder" Gatti. The young fighter was reportedly found   Read Full Story >>>

Golden State Making a Bid for NBA Title
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso, PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025

The Golden State Warriors are the last team to complete their preseason acquisitions, barely beating the deadline, but they made it count by getting the personnel they desired, hopefully to aid their bid for another ru  Read Full Story >>>

JOHANN CHUA LAUNCHES TITLE DEFENCE WITH DOMINANT START IN HANOI | 2025 HANOI OPEN POOL CHAMPIONSHIP
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025

Johann Chua. Defending champion Johann Chua began his title defence in emphatic fashion, securing two commanding victories to advance to the Winners’ Qualification stage of the 2025 Hanoi Open Pool Championship.   Read Full Story >>>

RED-HOT CUBAN MIDDLEWEIGHT YOENLI HERNANDEZ: “I’M READY WILLING AND ABSOLUTELY ABLE TO FACE THE BIG NAMES IN MY DIVISION.”
PhilBoxing.com, Thu, 09 Oct 2025

HOLLYWOOD, FL. – October 8, 2025 – Rising Cuban middleweight star Yoenli Hernandez says he is ready for battle this Sunday, October 12, at Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood in Hollywood,   Read Full Story >>>

BOOTS ENNIS GOES HEAD-TO-HEAD WITH LIMA AHEAD OF 154LB DEBUT – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025

Jaron Ennis went face-to-face with Uisma Lima in Philadelphia as he draws in on his Super Welterweight debut. The Philly local sized up the dangerous Angolan (14-1, 10 KOs) with both fighters ready to headline   Read Full Story >>>

ALLEN AND MAKHMUDOV MEET FOR FIRST FACE-OFF IN SHEFFIELD AHEAD OF HUGE HEAVYWEIGHT SHOWDOWN – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025

Dave Allen tonight sized up the mammoth task that awaits him this weekend as he stood toe-to-toe with rival Arslanbek Makhmudov for the first time. The pair faced-off in Sheffield City Centre on Tuesday night to k  Read Full Story >>>

Amateur Boxer Tyrone Welch Dies After Match in Saginaw
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
Amateur boxer Tyrone Welch, 22, died early Sunday morning, October 5, after a boxing match on Saturday at the Gideon Boxing Club on Hancock Street in Saginaw, Michigan. Welch left the fight in the second round after not feeling well and required immediate medical attention, which led to him being  Read Full Story >>>

AJ Lim Captures Fourth PCA Men’s Singles Title, Extends Dominance in Philippine Tennis
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
Alberto “AJ” Lim Jr. once again displayed his mastery on the court after overpowering top rival Jed Olivarez, 6-2, 6-1, 6-4, to capture his third consecutive and fourth overall PCA Men’s Singles Open crown during the prestigious PCA Tennis Championships held in Paco, Manila on Sunday, October   Read Full Story >>>

THRILLA IN MANILA GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY 18: JOE FRAZIER VS. GEORGE FOREMAN FIRST ENCOUNTER - THE SUNSHINE SHOWDOWN
By Maloney L. Samaco, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025

After defeating Muhammad Ali by unanimous decision, Joe Frazier was awarded The Ring heavyweight title and became the lineal heavyweight champion of the world. After his knockout victory over Ron Stander, Ali tried to arr  Read Full Story >>>

5th Zhengxing Cup Philippine Xiangqi Rapid Open tournament on October 12
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025
The 5th Zhengxing Cup Philippine Xiangqi Rapid Open tournament gets underway on October 12 and 19, 2025 at the Eastern Athletic Association, Mezzanine, Cathay Mansions Building, Room M-103, 1407 Mayhaligue Street, Sta. Cruz, Manila. Jointly organized by the Philippine Xiangqi Federation and the E  Read Full Story >>>

Joey Canoy back in training; preparing to face IBF champ Beaven Sibanda in February
By Lito delos Reyes, PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025

THE ‘Baby Face’ Joey Canoy is now training back at the Sanman Boxing Gym in General Santos City. After more than a month of rest due to the death of his child last September 8, Canoy is back hitting the bags. In hi  Read Full Story >>>

RED OWL BOXING ANNOUNCES BROADCAST TEAM AND FULL FIGHT CARD FOR THIS FRIDAY NIGHT’S “BOXFEST XVI”
PhilBoxing.com, Wed, 08 Oct 2025

LIVE ON DAZN | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 | COMMERCE CASINO, LOS ANGELES LOS ANGELES (October 7, 2025) — Red Owl Boxing has announced the broadcast team for Boxfest XVI, the latest installment of its acclaimed fight series, ta  Read Full Story >>>

Tyson Fury back in 2026?
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025

Tyson Fury plans to return to boxing in 2026, according to his promoter. Legendary British promoter Frank Warren says there is a strong possibility that former world champion Tyson Fury will return to the ring in 2026. He  Read Full Story >>>

Code red
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Melvin Jerusalem isn’t taking any chances in his third defense of the World Boxing Council (WBC) strawweight crown against South African Siyakholwa Kuse on 29 October at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. “I am looking at him as a serious threat,” Jerusalem told DAILY TRIBUNE in Pilipino during a   Read Full Story >>>

THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION 6 OCTOBER 2025: Cecilia Braekhaus Retires After Defeating Ema Kozin
By Eric Armit, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025

Cecilia Braekhaus celebrates after defeating Ema Kozin. HIGHLIGHTS: -The great Cecilia Braekhus end her career in style as she outpoints Ema Kozin to win the WBC and WBO super welterweight titles and announces   Read Full Story >>>

SAVE THE DATE: MATCHROOM BOXING ANNOUNCES MONTE-CARLO SHOWDOWN VI FOR SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6 – LIVE ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
One of the most prestigious dates on the calendar has officially been confirmed as Matchroom Boxing look forward to returning to the Principality of Monaco for the Monte-Carlo Showdown VI on Saturday, December 6 - in partnership with Société des Bains de Mer and Casino de Monte-Carlo. Streamed   Read Full Story >>>

Team Cebuana Lhuillier Finishes Strong in PCA Men’s Team Tennis Championship Finals
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Team Cebuana Lhuillier capped another impressive season with a finals finish at the 42nd PCA Men’s Team Tennis Championship, held on October 5, 2025, at the Philippine Columbian Association (PCA). The defending champions, who have long been recognized as one of the most consistent and dominant squ  Read Full Story >>>

Three Heavyweight Champs Were Ringside for the Thrilla Event
By Teodoro Medina Reynoso, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025

Larry Holmes (L) sparring with Muhammad Ali (R). From day one, public focus on the epic boxing match which went down in history as Thrilla in Manila had exclusively been on then reigning and defending world   Read Full Story >>>

Cutman Excellence Shines in Dubai: Denis Kolesnir and Jose Mohan Lead Groundbreaking Cutman Seminar
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025

In a landmark event that underscored the critical role of cutmen in modern boxing, Middle East Boxing delivered a highly successful 2-day professional cutman certification seminar at the prestigious Donatello Hotel   Read Full Story >>>

BEN WHITTAKER JOINS MATCHROOM BOXING: LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT SENSATION SIGNS LONG-TERM DEAL AND WILL FIGHT ON DAZN
PhilBoxing.com, Tue, 07 Oct 2025

Eddie Hearn is delighted to announce today the huge statement signing of one of the sport’s biggest stars as Ben Whittaker joins Matchroom Boxing on a long-term deal. The Team GB 2020 Tokyo Games hero ha  Read Full Story >>>

What’s Gervonta “Tank” Davis' Next Move After Jake Paul Fight?
By Ralph Rimpell, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025

Last March 1, 2025, Gervonta “Tank” Davis (30-0-1, 28 KOs) defended his WBA lightweight (135 lbs) championship against Lamont Roach (25-1-2, 10 KOs), the WBA junior lightweight (130 lbs) champion, at Barclays Cente  Read Full Story >>>

Jino Rodrigo recovering from hospital after TKO loss to Cain Sandoval
By Carlos Costa, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025

Jino Rodrigo, our prayers are with you. Keep on getting better! For me, the brutal knockout suffered by Filipino boxer Jino Rodrigo at the hands of Mexican-American slugger Cain "Sugar" Sandoval was heartbre  Read Full Story >>>

Global Stars Set to Shine as 2025 Hanoi Open Pool Championship Breaks Off in Vietnam
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025

The 2025 Hanoi Open Pool Championship is ready to cue off tomorrow at the Vietnam National Sports Complex, bringing together the world’s best cue artists for six days of elite competition, electric atmosphere, and record-b  Read Full Story >>>

Riyadh Season and Matchroom announced partnership
By Gabriel F. Cordero, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025

Matchroom Sport and Riyadh Season have formally announced a partnership to organize a series of major boxing events to be held in Saudi Arabia under a new hosting agreement with the country's General Entertainment Authority   Read Full Story >>>

IM Datu rules first leg of Daily Fantasy Chess Grand Prix
By Marlon Bernardino, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025
International Master Idel Datu topped the first leg of the inaugural Daily Fantasy Chess Grand Prix Sunday night on lichess.org. Datu opened the 7-round Swiss System event with six straight wins, highlighted by his methodical sixth round victory over Grand Master Darwin Laylo using the black piec  Read Full Story >>>

Pacman Jr. makes pro debut in U.S.
By Nick Giongco, Daily Tribune, Mon, 06 Oct 2025
Jimuel Pacquiao, the son of eight-division legend Manny Pacquiao, will make his professional debut on 29 November at the Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, California. The opponent of the 24-year-old Pacquiao will be known soon, according to Sean Gibbons, who heads the Pacquiao-owned Manny Pacqu  Read Full Story >>>

Crawford Camp Demands $100 Million for Next Fight
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025

Weeks after his groundbreaking victory over Canelo Álvarez, Terence “Bud” Crawford’s camp has ignited fresh headlines—not with fight news, but with an eye-popping financial demand. According to his coach Bern  Read Full Story >>>

MATCHROOM SPORT ENTERS INTO PARTNERSHIP WITH RIYADH SEASON ACROSS MAJOR BOXING, DARTS AND SNOOKER EVENTS
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 06 Oct 2025

Matchroom Sport and Riyadh Season today announced a new groundbreaking collaboration that will cover a host of huge events across Matchroom Boxing, Professional Darts Corporation, and World Snooker. The landmark  Read Full Story >>>