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Antonio, Racasa ready for chess action
MANILA---Two Filipino representatives Grandmaster Rogelio "Joey" Madrigal Antonio Jr. and Woman National Master Antonella Berthe Murillo Racasa will return to chess action when the 2023 Bob Wade Masters and Challengers gets underway…
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West Coast Boxing Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2023 (Series 2 of 4)
The prestigious West Coast Boxing Hall of Fame is proud to announce their Class of 2023 to be feted at The Banquet of Champions— dedicated to upholding the integrity, accuracy, and memory…
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Heno draws with Lobetania
BOXING Worldwide Organization (BWO) bantamweight champion Edward “El Heneral Fighting” Heno of Paranaque City settled to a draw with veteran Brian “Drunken” Lobetania of Bukidnon last December 17 at the CCDC Gyn…
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The Past Week in Action 19 December 2022: Chris Billiam-Smith KOs Armend Xhoxhak; Frank Martin Outpoints Michael Rivera
Smith (R) beats Xhoxhak (L). Highlights: -Chris Billiam-Smith scores dramatic kayo victory over Armend Xhoxhak and there are wins for Dan Azeez over Rocky Fielding and Caroline Dubois -Frank Martin (16-0) impresses…
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74th PAL Interclub in Cebu City
THE much-awaited 74th Philippine Airlines (PAL) Interclub will be held at Alta Vista Golf & Country Club and Club Filipino de Cebu and Cebu Country Club on February 20 to March 5,…
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Manny Pacquiao vs Anthony Mundine Papau New Guinea boxing exhibition bout in the works
Marryanne Millie, the organiser of a boxing in Papua New Guinea, plans to invite 8-division world champion Filipino superstar Manny Pacquiao next year to do an exhibition match with former three-time WBA…
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Hall of Fame Referee Steve Smoger Passes Away
Sad news for the boxing world. American legend Canastota International Hall of Fame referee, Steve Smoger passed away on December 19 after a long illness. It has been known that there will…
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OSCAR DE LA HOYA TOY GIVEAWAY BRINGS HOLIDAY JOY TO DE LA HOYA’S FORMER CHILDHOOD SCHOOL
LOS ANGELES, CA (December 19, 2022): The Oscar De La Hoya Foundation held its 20th Annual Christmas Toy Giveaway on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Oscar De La Hoya’s childhood school, Ford…
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“NO LIMIT” February 9 at Place Bell in Laval JEAN PASCAL VS. MICHAEL EIFERT IBF LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT TITLE ELIMINATOR
The winner becomes the mandatory challenger for World Champion Artur Beterbiev LAVAL, Quebec, Canada (December 19, 2022) — DiBella Entertainment, Groupe Yvon Michel and Jean Pascal Promotions, in association with Blanko Sports…
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In NYC – Lebanon’s Only Pro Fighter Fights Wednesday
ONE of ONE NADIM SALLOUM, LEBANON’S FIRST & ONLY PROFESSIONAL BOXER, FIGHTS ON “HOLIDAY FIGHT NIGHT” CARD, DECEMBER 21 AT SONY HALL, TIMES SQUARE, MANHATTAN The Bronx’s Undefeated Andy Dominguez Headlines Card…
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When Less is More: Warriors deep freeze Raptors, 126-110, without Wiggins, Curry
Jordan Poole rose to the occasion and announced his presence to our neighbors up north, scoring a career-high 43 points (1 board, 6 dishes), and going 5-for-11 from 3-point range in Toronto,…
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35th Ring 8 Holiday Event & Awards Ceremony Honored women of boxing
Hall of Famer Christy Martin received “Boxing Legend Award” NEW YORK (December 19, 2022) – Women of boxing was the theme at the 35th Ring 8 Holiday Event and Awards Ceremony at…
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Rolly Romero Rains on Frank Martin’s Parade: “He Has No Personality”
Leave it to former lightweight world title challenger Rolando “Rolly” Romero to rain on a fellow contender’s parade. The always vociferous 27-year-old power puncher was on hand this Saturday for the Showtime-televised…
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Mayweather vs Pacquiao: How the Mega-Fight got made
World Boxing News looks back at how the welterweight Pay-Per-View blockbuster in Las Vegas, Mayweather vs Pacquiao, eventually made it over the line. Boxing superstars Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao locked horns…
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Mindmovers Team A woodpusher wins Pacquiao chess tilt
MANILA---Mindmovers Team A reigned supreme in the recent Maharlika Pilipinas Chess League's Manny Pacquiao International Open Chess Festival Side Event (Team 3 on 3). Backed up by Mr. Van Lanuza, Mr. Rafael…
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WORLD POOL CHAMPIONSHIP 2023 TO BE HOSTED IN KIELCE, POLAND FEBRUARY 1-5
Matchroom Pool is pleased to announce the World Pool Championship 2023 will take place in Kielce, Poland in partnership with the Polish Billiard Association from February 1-5 as the world’s best descend…
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Purse bid for Pinoy fighter
It’s been over a year since the IBF ordered superbantamweight champion Murodjon Akhmadaliev to defend his crown against mandatory Filipino challenger Marlon Tapales and after a long wait, the title fight will…
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Quilisto Madera Defeats Hector Manuel Zepeda in Toscano Boxing Promotions Main Event
STOCKTON, Calif. (Dec. 7, 2022): Quilisto Madera (14-3, 9 KOs) returned to the ring with an eight-round unanimous decision win over Hector Manuel Zepeda (21-6, 7 KOs) in front of a hometown…
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Nolte seeks another title
MANILA---Filipino chessers led by reigning Maharlika Pilipinas Chess League's Manny Pacquiao International Open Chess Festival Co-Champion International Master Rolando Nolte see action in the 14th Penang Heritage City International Chess Open 2022…
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Fernando ‘Puma’ Martinez-Jade Bornea Title Fight Ordered By IBF
Jade Bornea has spent literally all year waiting for a title shot to come to fruition. That day will finally arrive in early 2023 for the unbeaten junior bantamweight contender. The IBF…
