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Manny a class act, says Valero
By Joaquin Henson, The Philippine Star, Tue, 23 Dec 2008
Although he?s hoping to eventually fight Manny Pacquiao, former WBA superfeatherweight champion Edwin Valero said yesterday his respect for the Filipino icon will never wane because there isn?t a classier act in boxing today.
Valero and ex-WBC lightweight titlist David Diaz were flown in by Pacqu Read Full Story >>>Pacquiao should get bigger share of purse
By Abac Cordero, The Philippine Star, Tue, 23 Dec 2008
Superstar Manny Pacquiao should get the lion?s share of the purse if his fight with Ricky Hatton pushes through as planned on May 2 in Las Vegas.
Pacquiao, the pound-for-pound king, is the sport?s biggest attraction and previous doubts have been erased by his big win over Oscar dela Hoya last Dec Read Full Story >>> What?s ahead for Pacquiao
The Manila Bulletin, Tue, 23 Dec 2008
Almost everyday, somebody comes out with a bold statement claiming he has what it takes to kick Manny Pacquiao?s behind.
Ever since Pacquiao burst into the scene with his menacing ways on top of the ring, an ex-world champion, a rising and unbeaten contender, a long-reigning titleholder and a ret Read Full Story >>> If Oscar retires, how will he be remembered?
By Jingo Quijano, Sun.Star Cebu, Tue, 23 Dec 2008
Conclusion) The truly great fighters, the ones we revere as mythical figures in this sport, have career-defining moments imprinted in the collective consciousness of fight fans.
Who can forget Sugar Ray Leonard who flurried brilliantly in the 14th round to score a TKO win over Thomas Hearns in a Read Full Story >>> Katsidis to fight on RP ring
By Edri Aznar, Sun.Star Cebu, Tue, 23 Dec 2008
BEING a fan of Filipino fighters, Australian warrior Michael ?The Great? Katsidis will have his dream come true as he will be fighting on Philippine soil against Spanish pugilist Angelo Hugo Ramirez for the vacant World Boxing Organization Asia Pacific lightweight crown on Jan. 31.
SGG Promotions Read Full Story >>> De La Hoya out, but boxing alive, kicking
By Nick Giongco, The Manila Bulletin, Tue, 23 Dec 2008
Despite claims that boxing is down for the count with the impending departure of Oscar De La Hoya, the head of one of the sports? major players revealed yesterday that it isn?t.
"I?m an eternal optimist. I don?t ever count out the sport of boxing. People have been doing it for 100 years," HBO Spo Read Full Story >>> How likely is a Hatton - Mayweather rematch?
By Thomas Rooney, BritishBoxing.net, Tue, 23 Dec 2008
Last week, Floyd Mayweather Jnr hinted that he wanted to come out of retirement to fight Ricky Hatton next year. The British boxer's lawyer, Gareth Williams, then confirmed that the American had approached Hatton's camp with ambitions of a fascinating rematch.
Mayweather was, of course, the man t Read Full Story >>> Pacquiao gets Legion of Honor award
Philippine Daily Inquirer, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
MANILA, Philippines?Boxing icon Manny Pacquiao was accorded on Monday the Philippine Legion of Honor in a ceremony marking the Armed Forces of the Philippines? 73rd founding anniversary.
Pacquiao, an army reservist, was given recognition, along with other 15 soldiers who fought in their respectiv Read Full Story >>> "THE HAWAIIAN PUNCH" ANDY GANIGAN
By Jim Amato, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
Although he was one of the most dangerous lightweights of his era. Andrew Ganigan of Hawaii was not blessed with the best of chins. His live by the sword, die by the sword style of fighting made him a crowd pleasing favorite. In most cases Andy got to his opponent first thus allowing him to fight to Read Full Story >>> ?SEASON?S BEATINGS? USHERS THE HOLIDAYS
By Ed de la Vega, DDS, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
Inglewood, CA:- Kahren Hutyunyan, the CEO of Art of Boxing Promotions promised everyone that his third fight card for the year 2008 will be the best ever.
Of course, he delivered!
Tonight, at the Casino located alon Read Full Story >>> DIAZ, VALERO SET TO LEAVE WITH FOND MEMORIES
By Ronnie Nathanielsz, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
Former World Boxing Council lightweight champion David Diaz and WBA super featherweight champion Edwin Valero were scheduled to leave Manila Sunday night after a whirlwind tour of the country and fond memories of the welco Read Full Story >>> Watch Out Vic Darchinyan, Pretty Boy Maraon Is Coming!
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
The Philippines now has an answer to the challenge of world superflyweight champion Vic Darchinyan to "bring in all the Filipinos."
His name is Jundy Gonzaga Maraon, 23, also known as "Pretty Boy" because of his good look Read Full Story >>> 4 MINDANAO BOXERS FIGHT FOR NABO, WBO TITLES FEB. 21
PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
Davao City - Four of Mindanao's top professional boxers will be given a crack at the North American Boxing Organization (NABO) and World Boxing Organization (WBO) Oriental titles in a big fight card tentatively set Feb. 21 at the Waterfront Hotel in Cebu City.
World Boxing Organization (WBO) Asia Read Full Story >>> Valuev's win is a sham for the WBA
By Chris Mannix, Sports Illustrated, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
"As the most representative organization of Professional Boxing, where the right application of the fundamental principles of ethics, moral, loyalty, honesty and good faith can be found, considered as the main values, which orientates all legitimate activity of the Professional Boxing Worldwide."
- Read Full Story >>> Oras Para sa Pamilya at Sarili
By Manny Pacquiao, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
GENERAL SANTOS CITY?Maraming salamat po sa lahat ng bumati sa akin sa aking birthday nitong nakaraang araw at maraming salamat din sa lahat ng mga dumalo at nakisaya sa aking kaarawan. Siyempre, gusto ko ring pasalamatan ang la Read Full Story >>> MANNY PACQUIAO'S GREATEST HITS
By Rene Bonsubre, Jr., PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
He may have an on and off singing career but Manny Pacquiao still does his best work in the ring. Hard to believe that it?s been ten years since he won his first world title. To commemorate the roller coaster ride that Pacquiao Read Full Story >>> LAPUT VS MARCOS FOR WBO INTERCON TITLE TODAY
By Salven L. Lagumbay, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
DIGOS CITY--Ramie Laput of the ABA Boxing Stable will attempt to add another title to his trophy case when he faces compatriot Donriel Marcos in a 12-round brawl tonight for the more prestigious WBO Intercontinental Read Full Story >>> Gerry to avenge Boom Boom's loss
By Joaquin Henson, The Philippine Star, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
WBO bantamweight champion Gerry Pe?alosa said yesterday he?s itching to fight Heriberto Ruiz ? the rugged Mexican veteran who recently beat Rey (Boom Boom) Bautista ? in a ?revenge? match that will serve as a tune-up for his mandat Read Full Story >>> Can Pacman Nation Destroy the Hatton Cult?
By Robert Epstein, Diamond Boxing, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
With victories over Marquez, Diaz and De La Hoya and the title of current pound for pound champion all accomplished in the twenty ninth stanza of his life. Pacquiao now looks ahead to his thirties and the fi Read Full Story >>> Margarito vs. Mosley - dawning a come back of Miguel Cotto
By Granville Ampong, PhilBoxing.com, Mon, 22 Dec 2008
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - Whether you like it or not, former WBA Welterweight Champion Miguel Cotto is lurking in the twilight ? revitalizing his energies and focus, in fact - as these two great men, Margarito (36-5 Read Full Story >>>
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