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BLAZEN ROCILI, THE 6’3” FILIPINO GIANT, SCORES DOMINANT 2ND-ROUND TKO OVER ORLANDO SALGADO IN AURORA, COLORADO

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Aurora, CO – The roar of the crowd inside the Stampede Center on Sunday night, October 12, told the story of a star on the rise. Undefeated middleweight prospect Blazen Rocili, widely known as the “Filipino Giant”, delivered yet another emphatic performance, stopping seasoned veteran Orlando Salgado via 2nd-round TKO (corner stoppage).

The fight opened with intensity as Salgado came out aggressive, pressing the action and trying to set the tone with sharp combinations in the opening round. While he had moments of success, Rocili utilized his superior reach and footwork to avoid sustained damage. Midway through the second round, Rocili began to walk down Salgado, unleashing relentless flurries to the body that visibly slowed the veteran. Salgado attempted to circle away, but Rocili, cutting off the ring with perfection, mixed in clean, thudding shots to the head. The sequence left Salgado pinned against the ropes and utterly defenseless, forcing his corner to throw in the towel late in the Second Round, saving their fighter from further punishment.

“He was tough early, but once I found my rhythm, I knew I had him,” Rocili said after the fight. “This is just the beginning. I’m here to make a statement in the middleweight division.”

Blazen Rocili’s win was more than just another notch in his undefeated record — it was a showcase of a young fighter stepping into his prime. At 6’3”, Rocili possesses a rare frame for a middleweight, coupled with explosive power and refined fundamentals. His physical attributes alone make him a mismatch nightmare for many in the division — but it’s his mental discipline and relentless training that have his team so confident in his trajectory.

His manager, Andrew Bocanegra, president of Boxing VIP, has been vocal about Rocili’s potential and global appeal. “Blazen is the next Filipino superstar,” said Bocanegra. “He has the presence, the power, and the work ethic to carry the flag of Philippine boxing into the next generation. We plan to have him back in the ring before year’s end. A title opportunity is coming — and we’ll be ready.”

Trainer Rich Barrientes, a veteran coach with decades in the sport, was equally confident in his fighter’s future. “You’re looking at a future world champion,” Barrientes stated. “Blazen can’t be stopped in this division. He’s tall, strong, and smart — and he listens. That’s a dangerous combination. We’ve only scratched the surface of what he’s capable of.”

Now sitting at 9-0, with 7 knockouts, Rocili continues to climb the middleweight rankings with power, resilience, and growing momentum. With this victory, Rocili is poised for bigger fights and brighter lights in the near future. His team is already in discussions for a potential return to the ring before the end of 2025, with the goal of entering 2026 as a top contender in the division.




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