Dave “Dobermann” Apolinario (born June 20, 1999 in Sarangani, Philippines) is a Filipino southpaw competing at flyweight. Turning pro in 2017, he quickly rose through the ranks with an unbeaten streak, capturing regional titles including the WBA Asia flyweight and IBO flyweight championship in 2022. Known for his speed and precision, Apolinario defended his IBO crown before moving on to higher-profile bouts in Japan and the U.S. As of 2026, his professional record stands at 21 wins (14 by KO) and 2 losses, marking him as one of the Philippines’ promising world contenders in the lighter divisions.
Flyweight
Dave Apolinario
Sarangani, Philippines
22Wins
2Losses
0Draws
10KOs
Career: 2017 – present
Biography
World Titles
- IBO IBO World Flyweight Won Jul 29, 2022 · Lost Jul 29, 2023 (Vacated) · KO 1 Gideon Buthelezi
Regional & Other Belts
- WBC WBC ABCO Youth Flyweight Won Sep 9, 2018 · Lost Sep 9, 2019
Fight Record
| Date | Opponent | Result | Method | Round | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 22, 2025 | Longyi Hu | D | KO | 3/8 | Korakuen Hall, Tokyo |
| Dec 18, 2024 | Jeny Boy Boca | D | UD | 6 | Barangay Bula, General Santos City |
| Aug 9, 2024 | Angel Ayala Lardizabal | D | KO | 6/12 | Restaurante Arroyo, Mexico City |
| Feb 22, 2024 | Tanes Ongjunta | D | KO | 4/8 | Korakuen Hall, Tokyo |
| Aug 30, 2023 | Brian Mosinos | D | UD | 8 | Korakuen Hall, Tokyo |
| Feb 11, 2023 | Frengky Rohi | D | RTD | 2/10 | Oval Plaza Gym, General Santos City |
| Jul 29, 2022 | Gideon Buthelezi | D | KO | 1/12 | International Convention Centre, East London |
| Feb 5, 2022 | Mike Kinaadman | D | RTD | 4/10 | Sanman Gym, General Santos City |
| Nov 21, 2020 | Bonjun Loperez | D | RTD | 4/8 | Sanman Gym, General Santos City |
| Dec 14, 2019 | Richard Rosales | D | RTD | 5/8 | Elorde Sports Complex, Paranaque City |
| Feb 9, 2019 | Romshane Sarguilla | D | UD | 8 | Midas Hotel and Casino, Pasay City |
| Oct 29, 2018 | Joan Imperial | D | KO | 1/6 | Midas Hotel and Casino, Pasay City |
| Sep 9, 2018 | Michael Camelion | D | UD | 8 | Polomolok Gym, Polomolok |
| Jun 27, 2018 | Charles Canedo | D | TKO | 2/8 | Capitol Gym, Barangay Matti, Digos City |
| Mar 10, 2018 | Jenuel Lauza | D | UD | 8 | Mandaluyong City Hall Grounds, Mandaluyong City |
| Jan 21, 2018 | Frankie Batuon | D | KO | 2/6 | Gaisano Mall Atrium of General Santos City, General Santos City |
| Nov 5, 2017 | Rez Padrogane | D | TKO | 5/6 | Robinson’s Mall Atrium, General Santos City |
| Sep 9, 2017 | Rudy Salaton | D | TKO | 1/4 | Polomolok Gym, Polomolok |
| Jul 23, 2017 | Rio Gulipatan | D | UD | 4 | Robinson's Place, General Santos City |
| Jun 10, 2017 | Prince Canonero | D | TKO | 1/4 | Robinson’s Mall Atrium, General Santos City |
