| |
|
Weights from Tokyo: Christian Araneta 107.6, Thanongsak Simsri 107.1 for Vacant IBF Light Flyweight World Title
By Carlos Costa
PhilBoxing.com
Wed, 18 Jun 2025
CEBU, Philippines — The stage is set! Filipino Christian Araneta and Thanongsak Simsri of Thailand has successfully made weight today ahead of their hot clash for the vacant IBF Light Flyweight World Title Thursday, June 19, at the Ota-City Gym in Tokyo Japan.
The well-trained Filipino, trained by popular head coach Julius Erving Junco weighed-in at 107.6 (48.8 kilos), while the tough Thailand warrior came in slightly lighter at 107.1 lbs.
While at the scales, both men looked strong, focused and more than ready for the most important fight of their lives.
The above Philboxing image shows members of the Omega Boxing Gym Team during Tuesday’s Press Conference in 🇯🇵 Tokyo. 👍
In the front row you may see Yokohama boxing promoter 🇯🇵 Mr. 大橋秀行 Hideyuki Ohashi.
While in the sitting in the second row are Cebu’s Omega Gym Manager 🇵🇭 Mr. Pio Paulo Castillo, the Japanese/English translator, and Cebuano hard-hitting fighter 🇵🇭 “The Bomb” Christian Araneta (25-2, 20 KOs). 🥊
👉 For the crucial fight, Christian Araneta will be engaging Thailand’s Thanongsak Simsri (38-1, 34 KOs), for the coveted red and golden IBF World Title Belt.
Who will take it home, bringing pride and joy to his fellow countrymen and fans?
The 12-rounds will be broadcast LIVE in Japan on Lemino TV and globally on ESPN.
👉 Philboxing wishes the Best of Luck to Christian Araneta and his team, May the Best Man Win!!! 🇵🇭🇯🇵👍🥊 #aranetasimsri
The author Carlos Costa of Cebu can be reached at carlos@philboxing.com
Click here to view a list of other articles written by Carlos Costa.
Recent PhilBoxing.com In-House articles:
Fisher and Atencio Crowned Jax Mixed Doubles Open Champions
, Sun, 21 Dec 2025Jake Paul Undergoes Surgery for Broken Jaw Following Knockout Loss to Anthony Joshua
By Dong Secuya, , Sun, 21 Dec 2025Anthony Joshua Drops Jake Paul 4 Times En Route to a 6th Round Stoppage
By Dong Secuya, , Sat, 20 Dec 2025Jean Henri Lhuillier Hails RP Blu Boys’ Golden Triumph at the SEA Games
By Marlon Bernardino, , Sat, 20 Dec 2025ACCRA WEIGH-IN RESULTS: RICHARDS AND AZEEZ PREPARE FOR HISTORIC CLASH
, Sat, 20 Dec 2025Two USA Boxing Junior National Champions Invited to Attend Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua Bout Friday in Miami
, Sat, 20 Dec 2025Ramon Cardenas Scores One Punch Knockout Over Erik Robles in Main Event of ProBoxTV’s The Contender Series
, Fri, 19 Dec 2025Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua: The Jig Is Up
By Chris Carlson, , Fri, 19 Dec 2025January 31: Rohan Polanco-Christian Gomez Confirmed as Co-Feature to Xander Zayas-Abass Baraou Title Unification Showdown at Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan
, Fri, 19 Dec 2025Jake Paul, Anthony Joshua Tip the Scales Ahead of Netflix Heavyweight Spectacle in Miami
By Dong Secuya, , Fri, 19 Dec 2025Suelo rules Thailand chess tourney
By Marlon Bernardino, , Fri, 19 Dec 2025RICHARDS AND AZEEZ SET FOR HISTORIC SHOWDOWN AS SOUTH LONDON LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHTS FACE-OFF AT PRESS CONFERENCE IN GHANA
, Fri, 19 Dec 2025Brooklyn’s undefeated Pryce Taylor Called one of top heavyweight prospects in U.S.
, Fri, 19 Dec 2025INDIGO FIGHT NIGHT RESULTS AS GIORGIO VISOLI OVERCOMES TOUGH JOE HOWARTH – AND TIAH-MAI AYTON WINS AGAIN
, Thu, 18 Dec 2025Weights From ProBoxTV’s ‘Merry Fistmas’ at War Memorial Auditorium in Fort Lauderdale, Tomorrow Night at 7 pm ET
, Thu, 18 Dec 2025Undefeated Jose Tito Sanchez Returns to Face Jesus Ramirez Rubio in Super Bantamweight Main Event on Friday
, Thu, 18 Dec 2025Three boxers aim for finals
By Joaquin Henson, , Wed, 17 Dec 2025BOOM! Terence Crawford Stuns the World with Retirement at 42-0
By Dong Secuya, , Wed, 17 Dec 2025Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua: The Biggest “Crossroads” Fight Ever!
By Ralph Rimpell, , Wed, 17 Dec 2025Donaire ready for Tsutsumi
By Joaquin Henson, , Tue, 16 Dec 2025INDIGO FIGHT NIGHT: WEIGH-IN RESULTS AND RUNNING ORDER CONFIRMED AS CONNOR MITCHELL GETS READY FOR HIS PRO DEBUT
, Tue, 16 Dec 2025THE PAST WEEK IN ACTION DECEMBER 15 DECEMBER 2025: Gassiev KO Pulev in 6; Mikaeljan Beats Jack for WBC Cruiser Title; Pacheco Outpoints Sadjo
By Eric Armit, , Tue, 16 Dec 2025Sumalinog, Castanol rule Senior, PWD fun run
By Lito delos Reyes, , Tue, 16 Dec 2025Vargas urges boxers to defy odds
By Joaquin Henson, , Tue, 16 Dec 2025GIORGIO VISIOLI SETS OUT MISSION TO LAND MAJOR TITLES AFTER TENSE FIRST FACE-OFF WITH ENGLISH TITLE RIVAL JOE HOWARTH
, Tue, 16 Dec 2025 |
|
|
|
|
|
