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Boom-Boom’s ultimate test
CHICAGO The moment he turned pro on June 12, 2003, there was little doubt that Rey “Boom-Boom” Bautista is a rare boxing gem. With massive shoulders and a sturdy trunk, he is…
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BIG WINS WILL ASSURE FRANCISCO AND FLORES OF WBO TITLE
For WBO Asia Pacific flyweight champion Draian Francisco and Intercontnental light flyweight champion Rexon Flores big wins on Saturday against worthy Thai opponents will assure them of world title shots in the…
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Pacquiao-Barrera October 6 at Mandalay Bay
Superstars MANNY PACQUIAO and MARCO ANTONIO BARRERA collide in a 12-round super featherweight title fight, Saturday, October 6. Promoted by Golden Boy and Top Rank, the Pacquiao-Barrera title rumble will take place…
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Gorres still has a shot
THERE is still hope that Z “The Dream” Gorres will see action in the much-awaited World Cup Boxing featuring Mexico and Philippine fighters on Aug. 11 at the Arco Arena in Sacramento,…
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Morales-Diaz: Can Erik Win His 4th Title in Different Weight Classes?
After coming from a bad 3rd round stoppage loss to the Filipino superstar Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao, in November 2006, Erik "El Terrible" Morales, (48-5, 34 KOs), will once again prove his mettle…
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Pacquiao leaves for US; files P30M suit vs. reporter
MANNY Pacquiao will finally leave for the US to start his training regimen for the Oct. 6 rematch with Marco Antonio Barrera at the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Resort Casino in Las…
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RP TEAM BEGINS REDEMPTION WITH OVERTIME WIN OVER SYRIA
The Philippines began its quest for redemption in their opening game in the battle to top the consolation round of the FIBA Asia Men’s Basketball Championship in Tokushima with a hard-fought overtime…
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Pacquiao files P30-M libel case
MANILA, Philippines -- Filipino ring hero Manny Pacquiao Monday filed a P30-million libel case against sportswriter Nick Giongco of the Manila Bulletin. The case, which stemmed from an article written by Giongco…
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WORLD CHAMP RICKY HATTON IN DEMAND!
MAYWEATHER-HATTON GO IN DECEMBER! San Mateo, CA- The best jr. welterweight (140 lbs.) in the world is Ricky Hatton of the UK. Of late, he has been called out by some of…
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GORRES WILL FIGHT IF CLEARED BY EYE SPECIALIST
Z “The Dream” Gorres will go ahead with his IBF super flyweight eliminator against Gerson Guerrero in the Philippines-Mexico World Cup on August 11 if eye specialist Dr. Steven Steinschriber checks him…
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Muhammad One On One With Rey Bautista
Boxing Confidential's video correspondent Akbar Muhammad recently caught up with Filipino prospect Rey "Boom Boom" Bautista at The Wild Card Gym in Hollywood, California. With top-notch video man Robert W. DeOcampo, Akbar…
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Morales and Barrera: Is This The Last Hurrah For These Fighters?
There is one reason why I am not counting out either Erik Morales (48-5, 34 KOs) against David Diaz (32-1, 17 KOs)this Saturday night st the Allstate Arena, in Chicago, Illinois or…
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Philippine Team All Set for Boxing World Cup vs Mexico
LOS ANGELES - With the Philippine vs. Mexico World Cup of Boxing just two weeks away, the Philippine team steps up their training. The boxing special is set to explode at the…
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The Z Gorres debacle
CHICAGO - The date with the physician was routine, one that a world-class athlete like him was supposed to skate through with fabulous ease. But for Z Gorres, last Thursday morning’s appointment…
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Is Barrera not enough of a challenge for Manny?
A recent article on the Manila Standard Today reported that Manny Pacquiao will be leaving only this Wednesday to train for his rematch with Marco Antonio Barrera after sorting out alleged domestic…
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Eric Morales, David Diaz; Both Have Something to Prove
This Saturday, August 4, Erik Morales will take on David Diaz in the ‘War For Four’ at the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois. The ‘four’ in this title refers to the fact…
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Pacquiao-Barrera: Tickets Go On Sale Today
Superstars MANNY PACQUIAO and MARCO ANTONIO BARRERA collide in a 12-round super featherweight title fight, Saturday, October 6. Promoted by Golden Boy and Top Rank, the Pacquiao-Barrera title rumble will take place…
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THE OLYMPIC DREAM HAS ENDED
The Philippines dream of re-entering the Olympic Games has ended following an 84-76 loss to Jones Cup champions Jordan who along with undefeated Iran advanced to the quarter finals of the FIBA…
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MAKING A FATHER PROUD: KO Win is Bai Elorde’s Fitting Birthday Gift to Papa Johnny
Bai Elorde (L) poses with the author. International promoter Johnny Elorde will be celebrating his birthday on August 1 as a proud father. This was after his son, Bai Elorde, fulfilled a…
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As Promised by Tagbilaran Mayor Dan Neri Lim: AMONSOT GETS JOB AT CITY HALL
Life is indeed kind for Czar Amonsot. After being advised by doctors to rest for six months up to one year to completely heal his head injury, Amonsot immediately find solace in…
