Carlos Costa
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Kiko Martínez Set to Defend IBF-126 World Strap Against Warrington March 26 in Leeds, England
Spain’s IBF featherweight world champion Kiko “La Sensación” Martínez can’t wait to make the first defense of his red ‘n golden strap in an intriguing rematch against British former world champion Josh…
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Cute Evelin “La Princesita” Bermudez Retains IBF-108 World Title in Santa Fe, Argentina
As widely expected, 25-year-old Argentinian girl warrior Evelin Nazarena "La Princesita" Bermudez (15-0-1, 5 KO's) knocked out in 3 chapters veteran challenger Yaditza "La Tigrilla" Pérez (14-14-1, 6 KO's) for a successful…
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“Hurricane” Jade Bornea Ready for IBF-115 Eliminator Jan 14 in Mexico; Could Become Jerwin’s Mandatory Challenger
Unbeaten Filipino Super Flyweight Jade "Hurricane" Bornea (16-0, 10 KO's) is set to wage the most important fight of his life - a war he can win - when he collides against…
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Jeo “Santino” Santisima in Action AgaInst Joet Gonzalez Feb 5 in Fresno, CA
In a rumble of two former world-title challengers, skilled Filipino former ALA star Jeo “Santino” Santísima (21-3, 16 KO’s) of Masbate gets back into thrilling international action when he battles experienced Mexican-American…
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Luis “King Kong” Ortiz Stops Martin in 6; Romero Duno Gets Knocked Out in 4
In impressive fashion, 42-year-old Cuban veteran Luis "King Kong" Ortiz rose up from two visits to the floor to score an electrifying 6th round knockout win over game "Prince" Charles Martin tonight…
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Kazuto Ioka Decisions Fukunaga in Tokyo on New Year’s Eve; Ancajas Rumble Could Be Next for the Japanese Star
In an tough all-Japanese battle, 4-division world champion Kazuto Ioka (28-2, 15 KO's) scored a hard-fought unanimous decision win over Ryoji Fukunaga (15-5, 14 KO's) to successfully retain for the 4th time…
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Srisaket Sor Rungvisai vs Carlos Cuadras for vacant WBC Super Fly Belt Feb 5 in the USA
In a rematch between two former world champions, Thailand's heavy-handed warrior Srisaket Sor Rungvisai will collide against slick, taller Mexican Carlos "El Principe" Cuadras of Guamuchil, Sinaloa, for the vacant WBC Super…
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Kazuto Ioka, Ryoji Fukunaga Make Weight for New Year’s Eve WBO Super Fly Rumble in Japan
In an All-Japanese battle, WBO Super Flyweight World Champion Kazuto Ioka weighed-in at 114.86 lbs while challenger Ryoji Fukunaga made 114.64 pounds ahead of their title clash tomorrow, Friday Dec 31, at…
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Filipino “Ruthless” Romero Duno Collides Against “The Ghost” Frank Martin on New Year’s Day in Florida
Filipino "Ruthless" Romero Duno of Cotabato City, Maguindanao, will have the fantastic opportunity of battling undefeated lightweight contender "The Ghost" Frank Martin (14-0, 10 KO's) of Indianapolis in a 10-rounder bout featured…
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Sergio “Maravilla” Martínez Battles Macaulay McGowan Jan 27 in Madrid
Popular Argentinian former Middleweight World Champion Sergio “Maravilla” Martínez (54-3-2, 30 KO’s) is set to battle Briton Macaulay McGowan (14-2-1, 3 KO’s) on Thursday, January 27, at the Wizink Center in Madrid,…
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Kazuto Ioka Defends Against Fukunaga on New Year’s Eve; Ancajas and Nietes Waiting in the Wings
Awesome WBO super flyweight world champion Kazuto Ioka is all set to make his 4th title defense against hard-puncher compatriot Ryoji Fukunaga on New Year’s Eve at the Ota-City General Gym in…
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Jerwin Might Return to Action against Argentinian “Pumita” Martínez in February
Good news about the FIlipino "Pretty Boy" Jerwin. Because numerous boxing news outlets reported that gwapo Davaeño IBF super flyweight world champion Jerwin Ancajas (33-1-2, 22 KO's) might very likely be returning…
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Magsayo’s Big Day Has Arrived: Magnifico Will Challenge Russell for WBC-126 World Title Jan 22 in Atlantic City
His biggest fight is finally here, and his fans are thrilled. Unbeaten Filipino rising-star “Magnífico” Mark Magsayo, hailing from the paradise island Province of Bohol, will climb up to the ring to…
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Erick Rosa Dethrones Vic Saludar, Becomes New WBA-105 World Champion
In a close and thrilling battle, Filipino “Vicious” Vic Saludar (21-5, 11 KO’s) of Polomolok, Cotabato del Sur, was dropped, decisioned and dethroned by young Dominican Republic fighter “Mini Pacman” Erick Rosa…
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Andrew Moloney Dominates Froilan Saludar Tuesday in Sydney
Australian former world champion Andrew “Monster” Moloney outclassed and decisioned game Filipino Froilán “The Sniper” Saludar over 10 rounds of action tonight, Tuesday, at the Events Center in Sydney, Australia. The former…
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Kiram, Yoohanngoh, Kongsang Score KO Wins in Bangkok
Former world title challenger Tewa Kirma wins TKO over Patphong Khowiloed. Even without fans in attendance and with strict protocols in place, boxing continues at a steady pace in the Land of…
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Kazuto Ioka Set to Defend WBO-115 Belt against Ryoji Fukunaga in Japan on New Year’s Eve
Japanese star Kazuto Ioka is set to make the 4th defense of his WBO Super Flyweight world title against hard-hitting compatriot Ryoji Fukunaga on New Year’s Eve at the Ota-City General Gymnasium…
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Naoya Inoue Stops Thai Challenger in 8 Paving the Way for a Donaire Rematch
As widely expected, brilliant, far-superior Japanese superstar “The Monster” Naoya Inoe (22-0, 19 KO’s) overpowered in 8 rounds unheralded Thai challenger Aran Dipaen to retain his unified WBA/IBF bantamweight world title tonight,…
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WBO-105 World Title on the Line tonight in Japan: Méndez vs Taniguchi Ready to Rumble
Puerto Rican WBO-105 World Champion Wilfredo “Bimbito” Méndez (16-1, 6 KO’s), will be risking is coveted belt against Japanese mandatory challenger Masataka Taniguchi 谷口将隆 (14-3, 9 KO’s) tonight Tuesday , Dec 14,…
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Benn Brutalizes Algieri, Knocks him Out in 4
Promising unbeaten Briton Conor Benn successfully defended his WBA Continental 147 lbs strap by pulverizing former Manny Pacquiao opponent, Chris Algieri, in 4 chapters Saturday in Liverpool. During that fourth round, Benn…
