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Pacquiao-Morales II simply a huge bout
The Manila Bulletin, Sun, 25 Dec 2005
JUST how big is the Erik Morales vs Manny Pacquiao rematch? Two hotels tapped to billet the participants — the newly-opened Wynn Resort and Treasure Island — are offering daily room rates that almost cost an arm and a leg for the media which will be sent to cover the fight.
Morales Read Full Story >>>Good tidings! Bautista triumphs anew
By Salven L. Lagumbay, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Sun, 25 Dec 2005
BOHOLANO Rey “Boom Boom” Bautista proved he not only can whack and crack yesterday as he survived a second-round scare to outpoint Mexican Gerardo Espinoza in their eight-round bout at the Sycuan Resort and Casino in El Cajon, California.
After a very close opening round, the dynamite Read Full Story >>> Screams from the Balcony: The Corner’s “Just Say No” List
By Jason Probst, MaxBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
2005 was a tale of two half-years. The first six months were as good an interval the sport has seen in recent memory, packed with memorable fights and meaningful showdowns. Yet as 2005 passed the halfway point, that momentum seemingly petered out, with pay-per-view dreck that wasn’t as good as Read Full Story >>> JANIOLA VS ALCOS TOPBILLS TAGUM EVENT
By Salven L. Lagumbay, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
World-class boxing takes place in Tagum City on December 28 when the "World Caliber Encounter" boxing event unwraps with eight bouts on tap at the University of Mindanao Gym.
Reports coming out of Davao City indicate that the event is being promoted by Attorney Cris Dan Bangoy with the support of Read Full Story >>> BAUTISTA SURVIVES 2ND ROUND KD TO WIN BY UNANIMOUS DECISION AGAINST ESPINOZA
By Dong Secuya, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
Filipino Rey "Boom Boom" Bautista showed heart and skill when he survived a 2nd round knockdown to outpoint his more experienced Mexican opponent Gerardo Espinoza over eight rounds Friday night at the Sycuan Casino in San Diego, CA.
After a hard fought first round, the hard-hitting Espinoza hur Read Full Story >>> Filipinos and Mexicans Can't Wait for the Filipino vs Mexican Boxing World Cup
By Ron Galarpe, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
News or rumors spread out that a boxing world cup pitting Filipinos against Mexicans is on the works and negotiations are underway. However, call it as coincidence if you may, but there is actually a 7-fight bout pitting Filipino boxers versus Mexican boxers. Five out of these seven matches are in t Read Full Story >>> 'BOOM BOOM' BAUTISTA FACES MEXICAN TODAY
By Salven L. Lagumbay, PhilBoxing.com, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
With his stock in international boxing put at stake, undefeated knockout star Rey "Boom Boom" Bautista of the Philippines risks his reputation today against rugged Mexican Gerardo Espinoza at the Sycuan Resort and Casino in El Cajon,California, USA.
The bout pits the 18-year-old Bautista (18-0, Read Full Story >>> Bautista hopes to end year 2005 with a bang
By Emmanuel B. Villaruel, The Freeman, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
Still in cloud nine for his successful debut in the US mainland a spectacular defense of his title, ALA ring phenomenon Rey "Boom Boom" Bautista hopes to cap what has been a fruitful campaign for him this year with a big exclamation point when he takes on Mexican Gerardo "Locomotora" Espinoza today Read Full Story >>> Rey ‘must avoid’ opponent’s jab
By Homer D. Sayson, Sun.Star Cebu, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
SAN DIEGO – “This is his toughest test so far. We’ll soon find out whether he has it or not.”
Those words by ALA stable owner Antonio L. Aldeguer pretty much sums up the magnitude of today’s fight between rising sensation Rey “Boom-Boom” Bautista and Mex Read Full Story >>> What Rey must learn
By Homer D. Sayson, Sun.Star Cebu, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
SAN DIEGO – Wearing nothing but a pair of jet-black underwear, he stepped gingerly on the scale for his fight’s official weigh-in at around 5:15 in the afternoon yesterday.
Beads of sweat gathered around the slightly wrinkled corners of his forehead, and he squinted just a little, hi Read Full Story >>> Bautista’s hearty meal
By Homer D. Sayson, Sun.Star Cebu, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
SAN DIEGO – Since coming over here in the United States early this December to prepare for today’s fight, God knows how many times Rey “Boom-Boom” Bautista wanted to feast on a meal after a long day’s training.
But he just can’t. Not when his trainers are keep Read Full Story >>> Boom Boom vs Mexican today
The Manila Bulletin, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
BOHOLANO sensation Rey “Boom Boom” Bautista aims to continue his winning run in the Unites States today as he faces Mexican toughie Gerardo Espinoza at the Sycuan Resort and Casino in El Cajon, California.
The 18-year-old Bautista is on his third fight in the United States and will Read Full Story >>> Expert picks Manny by close decision
By Joaquin Henson, The Philippine Star, Sat, 24 Dec 2005
Boxing scholar and soothsayer Graham Houston has picked Manny Pacquiao to beat Erik Morales by a close decision in their epic 12-round showdown, called "The Battle," at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas on Jan. 21.
Houston, writing in his "Previews" column in the Dec. 10 issue of Professio Read Full Story >>> Bautista on cusp of big fights!
By Dennis Principe, FightNews.com, Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Teener Rey "Boom Boom" Bautista of the Philippines aims to continue his winning run in the Unites States today as he faces Mexican toughie Gerardo Espinoza at the Sycuan Resort and Casino in El Cajon, California.
The 18-year-old Bautista is on his third fight in the United States and will be faci Read Full Story >>> 2005's Final Pound for Pound List
By David A. Avila, MaxBoxing.com, Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Who has made the cut in the final pound for pound list of 2005? Is it Pretty Boy Floyd Mayweather or Winky Wright at number one? And where do middleweight standouts Jermain Taylor and Bernard Hopkins fit into the mix? It’s been an interesting year in the fight game, but the cream always rises Read Full Story >>> ABS-CBN, DZMM to air Pacquiao-Morales rematch
ABS-CBN News, Fri, 23 Dec 2005
The much awaited rematch between Filipino ring idol Manny Pacquiao and Mexican Erik Morales at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas will be aired live by ABS-CBN Channel 2 and radio DZMM on January 21 (22 in Manila).
ABS-CBN management acquired rights to air the match from Solar Sports.
Pac Read Full Story >>> WBO sets gift-giving in Thailand, says Panoncillo
By Salven L. Lagumbay, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 23 Dec 2005
One of the most renowned and prestigious boxing organizations, the World Boxing Organization, and its President Francisco "Paco" Valcarcel have coordinated with Fil-Am WBO Asia Pacific Chairman Mr. Leon P. Panoncillo, Jr. concerning an effort to help give back much of its success in Asia by donating Read Full Story >>> Bautista, Espinoza weigh-in results!
By Salven L. Lagumbay, PhilBoxing.com, Fri, 23 Dec 2005
Undefeated Filipino fighter Rey 'Boom Boom' Bautista checked in at 118 3/4 lbs while opponent Gerardo Espinoza of Mexico came in at 120 lbs hours ago at the official weigh-in ahead of their bout tomorrow at the Sycuan Resort and Casino in El Cajon, California.
The 19-year-old Bautista, fighting i Read Full Story >>> Q&A Rey Bautista!
By Lee Bates, FightNews.com, Fri, 23 Dec 2005
WBO #1 ranked bantamweight Rey "Boom Boom" Bautista (18-0, 14 KOs) is just 19 years of age. Yet, he is already a mega star in his homeland of the Philippines. In Bautista?s last fight, 25,000 packed the outdoor venue of los P. Garcia Sports Complex, Tagbilaran City, Bohol, Philippines. This number i Read Full Story >>> For Pacman, Morales it’s a lonely Christmas
By Nick Giongco, The Manila Bulletin, Fri, 23 Dec 2005
IF YOU think Manny Pacquiao is the only one making a supreme sacrifice, think again.
With exactly a month remaining before they square off in a rematch, Erik Morales told the Mexican media yesterday that it is difficult for him to stay away from his loved ones during the Christmas and New Year Read Full Story >>>
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