PH vs Japan WBO title duel officially set in Tagbilaran on Tuesday

By Dale Rosal Apr 30, 2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Boholano boxer Regie “Filipino Suganob” will attempt to prove himself once again in front of his hometown crowd as he defends his World Boxing Organization (WBO) Global light…

George Groves explains why Canelo Alvarez is a fighter on the decline

By Matt Astbury Apr 30, 2024

Saul "Canelo" Alvarez is already a pound-for-pound great. Saul "Canelo" Alvarez may be the favourite going into Saturday's fight with fellow Mexican Jaime Munguia on DAZN PPV, but there is still a…

Arca sweeps Dujali Rapid chess fest

By Lito delos Reyes Apr 29, 2024

FM Christian Gian Arca ruled in his own turf by capturing the individual category of the 3rd Cong. Alan Dujali Rapid Team Chess Tournament last April 27 at the Maria Clara Resort…

Jaime Munguia reveals key to Canelo fight and Cinco de Mayo upset, praises trainer Freddie Roach

By Tom Gray Apr 29, 2024

There’s plenty of mutual respect between undisputed super middleweight champ Canelo Alvarez and unbeaten challenger Jaime Munguia. However, the respective fighting styles for this all-Mexican shootout almost guarantee serious fireworks when the…

Lugay, Catubig win in 21K BLD Run

By Lito delos Reyes Apr 29, 2024

JIMBOY Lugay and Lyka Catubig ruled the 21-kilometer race in the BLD Run held Sunday at the People’s Park. Lugay of Kidapawan City clocked 1:13:46 to win the men’s division. Second was…

Megan Paragua wins back-to-back world titles in Albania

By Marlon Bernardino Apr 29, 2024

(Rapid, 15 minutes plus 5 seconds increment, 11 Round Swiss System) Gold/ Champion: WFM Megan Althea Obrero Paragua, 9.5 points on account of 8 wins and 3 draws Silver/ 2nd place: Nika…

Asuela wins Gomez Jr. Birthday Chess Cup

By Lito delos Reyes Apr 29, 2024

FM Ellan Asuela of Bacolod City ruled the Atty. Nicolas Gomez Jr. Birthday Chess Cup 2024 Open held April 28 at the Robinson’s Plaza in Valencia City. Asuela defeated Valencia’s Ronnie Pujas…

Could ‘Father Time’ Catch Canelo Alvarez Against Live Dog Jaime Munguia?

By Lance Pugmire Apr 29, 2024

There’s a working theory that Saul “Canelo” Alvarez is sloping down the back side of his career, with the premise being that he will turn 34 this summer, has a loss and…

Alvarez responded to whether talk of him avoiding Benavides annoyed him or not

By Dmitriy Kel Apr 29, 2024

Absolute world middleweight champion Saul Alvarez has assured that he is in no way hurt by talk of him avoiding a fight against David Benavides. "I'm not annoyed by the criticism because…

Canelo Alvarez and Oscar De La Hoya continue beef ahead of Jaime Munguia title fight: “I don’t want him in my life”

By Fernando Quiles Apr 29, 2024

Alvarez, the reigning undisputed super middleweight champion, was once in a partnership with De La Hoya, an International Boxing Hall of Famer. Things quickly deteriorated between the two sides, leading to a…

Lady Knights, Orlando-A win Panabo United Football Club

By Lito delos Reyes Apr 28, 2024

LADY Knights and Orlando FC team A shared top honors last Saturday at the PCNHSLympics 2024 7-A Side Summer Football Festival at the Panabo Multi-Purpose Cultural Tourism and Sports Center in JP…

Apolinario awaits IBF purse bid

By Nick Giongco Apr 28, 2024

World-rated flyweight Dave “Doberman” Apolinario is being enticed to come to Mexico where he will face Angel Ayala for the vacant International Boxing Federation (IBF) crown. Mike Pelayo, the registered manager of…

JOSE RAMIREZ ROCKED EARLY BUT POUNDS OUT UNANIMOUS DECISION OVER RANCES BARTHELEMY

By Francisco Salazar Apr 28, 2024

FRESNO – Junior welterweight contender Jose Ramirez was able to weather and early rounds storm to come out victorious against fellow former world titleholder Rances Barthelemy. The Ring’s No. 4-rated junior welterweight…