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Former Two-Division Unified World Champion Marlon Tapales to Defend WBC Asia Super Bantamweight Title in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
PhilBoxing.com
Sun, 25 Aug 2024
Phnom Penh, Cambodia - Former two-division unified world champion Marlon Tapales(38-4) is set to step into the ring at the Olympic stadium in Phnom Penh, Cambodia on September 7 to defend his WBC Asia Super Bantamweight title against Indian boxer Saurabh Kumar (11-1).
Tapales, ranked as the world number 2 in the WBC, number 3 in the IBF, and number 4 in the WBA, stands as one of the most top contenders in the super bantamweight division. His upcoming fight against Saurabh Kumar will keep him sharp and ready as he anticipates a shot at a world title within the next year.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the upcoming fight, Marlon Tapales stated, "I am happy to be fighting in the great country of Cambodia and excited to give them a good show. Thank you KKIF and Wurkz Energy Drink for making this fight possible. I am grateful to my team, especially Sanman Boxing and Knuckleheads, for their unwavering support and dedication throughout my career."
The event is expected to draw boxing fans from around the world as Marlon Tapales looks to showcase his skills and defend his title against a tough opponent in Saurabh Kumar. Promoted by KKIF and supported by Wurkz Energy Drink in association with Sanman Boxing the fight between Marlon Tapales and Saurabh Kumar is sure to deliver an action-packed evening of world-class boxing in the heart of Cambodia.
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