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Fireworks Ahead: Magsayo vs Mata in Prelims of Pacquiao vs Barrios
By Carlos Costa
PhilBoxing.com
Thu, 03 Jul 2025
Filipino former champ Mark "Magnifico" Magsayo is set to face Jorge Mata Cuéllar of Mexico in a non-title 10-round super featherweight bout on the prelims of Pacquiao-Barrios on July 19 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
The 30-year-old Magsayo (27-2, 18 KOs) from Tagbilaran, Bohol, comes from winning his last three fights since moving up to 130 lbs, wanting a new shot at a world title.
Meanwhile, the 24-year-old Jorge Mata Cuellar (21-2-2, 13 KOs) from Guadalajara, México, lands here after securing five straight victories, being eager to defeat the former Filipino champion to boost his world rankings.
Currently, Magsayo is ranked #2 by the WBC and #3 by the WBO, while Mata holds the #9 spot in the WBO rankings.
Obviously, a win is crucial for both fighters, setting the stage for an intense 10-round war.
For Magsayo, a victory is indeed essential to regain momentum for a potential world title challenge in the super featherweight division.
Co-promoted by MP Promotions and PBC, can Magsayo deliver an impressive performance against the Mexican contender?
The author Carlos Costa of Cebu can be reached at carlos512@hotmail.com and WhatsApp +649284538252.
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