Nissi Icasiano
52 articles · PhilBoxing.com
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Why Pacquiao, the boxer, deserves a storybook ending?and that time is now
It has been a few days since Manny Pacquiao stunned the boxing world once again, defying physical limitations at age 40, putting up a brilliant performance to defeat previously-unbeaten American boxer Keith…
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Srisaket Sor Rungvisai, Thailand?s Real-Life Rocky Balboa, Guarantees KO Victory
Thai boxing superstar Srisaket Sor Rungvisai is ready to make history in ONE Championship on Saturday, 6 October as he will become one of the first two men to ever compete in…
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Thrilla in Manila: A boxing event that set aside political differences during Martial Law era
Every time that an issue of critical relevance sparks and is discussed, it is often said that there are always two sides to the story. This is very much applicable to the…
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Pinoy Pride 38: Nietes wins flyweight debut; Magsayo cruises to decision win
MANILA, Philippines (UPDATED) ? Donnie Nietes schooled ex-world champion Edgar Sosa to win his flyweight debut in the main event of Pinoy Pride 38 on Saturday, September 24 (Sunday, September 25 in…
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Arum prepares opponent shortlist for Pacquiao comeback
MANILA, Philippines ? With Manny Pacquiao plotting to come out of his brief retirement, Top Rank Promotions chief Bob Arum has drawn up a shortlist of 3 opponents to face the renowned…
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Donaire sees Pacquiao return after retirement
MANILA, Philippines ? With a few days left before Manny Pacquiao?s farewell fight, many are still skeptical about the Filipino boxing icon?s promise to hang up his gloves for good regardless of…
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Pacquiao must maintain focus to win over Bradley, says Donaire
MANILA, Philippines ? WBO super bantamweight champion Nonito Donaire Jr. is undoubtedly picking his compatriot Manny Pacquiao to walk out of the 16,800-seater MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada with…
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Pacquiao changes mouthpiece design for third Bradley fight
MANILA, Philippines ? Ever since Nike severed its ties with Manny Pacquiao due to his controversial remarks on same-sex marriage, the Filipino boxing icon has likewise distanced himself from the sports apparel…
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Pacquiao’s mouthpiece will be unrelated to elections, says dentist
MANILA, Philippines ? Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao will wear a standard mouthpiece to avoid election issues in his upcoming fight against Timothy Bradley Jr. on April 9 (April 10 in PH).…
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Manny Pacquiao graces The Ring Magazine?s cover for 30th time
BULACAN, Philippines ? With plans to call it a day in his 21-year professional career, Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao has been chosen to be featured on the cover of The Ring…
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Arum still doubts Pacquiao?s retirement, prepares Crawford as potential foe
MANILA, Philippines ? Top Rank Promotions chief Bob Arum remains doubtful that Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao will hang up the gloves for good after his third meeting against Timothy Bradley Jr.…
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Ex-contender Flores sees another easy win for Pacquiao vs Bradley
MANILA, Philippines ? BJ Flores, a former cruiserweight title challenger, believes that the third in-ring encounter between Manny Pacquiao and Timothy Bradley Jr. on April 10 (April 9 in US) will be…
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‘This is not a storybook…Pacquiao wants a knockout,’ says Roach
MANILA, Philippines ? As his illustrious 21-year prizefighting run comes to a close, Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao seeks a statement-making exit from the sport as he faces WBO welterweight champion Timothy…
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Pinoy fighter Warlito Parrenas gets world title shot against Inoue
MANILA, Philippines ? Filipino fighter Warlito Parrenas will have the opportunity to vie for a world title as he challenges WBO junior bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue in his home-country of Tokyo, Japan…
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Nietes to defend WBO belt against Alejo in US debut
MANILA, Philippines ? Filipino boxer Donnie Nietes will stake his WBO and Ring magazine junior flyweight championships for the eighth time against Mexican fighter Juan Alejo in the headliner of ALA Promotion?s…
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Renren Tesorio?s handler eyes match vs Richard Claveras
MANILA, Philippines ? After successfully defending the Philippine light flyweight title against Bonjun Loperez on Friday, July 31, Renren Tesorio?s camp has set their sights on an in-ring meeting with Richard Claveras.…
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Bernabe Concepcion KOs Tanzanian foe to win WBO regional title
MANILA, Philippines ? Filipino fighter Bernabe Concepcion made quick work of Tanzanian boxer Juma Fundi to capture the vacant WBO Oriental super bantamweight title on Friday, July 31 at the 12,000-seater Cuneta…
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Bernabe Concepcion seeks to revitalize career
MANILA, Philippines ? Although Bernabe Concepcion?s professional career has been on a downward trend in recent years, the heavy right-handed puncher remains optimistic that he can turn things, starting with his fight…
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Bernabe Concepcion?s Tanzanian foe looks to score upset
MANILA, Philippines ? Juma Fundi?s first Philippine visit 7 years ago was not exactly pleasant, but he now plans to make it a memorable one when he faces Filipino fighter Bernabe Concepcion…
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Pinoy boxer Tubieron KOed by British foe in first round
MANILA, Philippines ? Filipino fighter Dennis Tubieron suffered an excruciating knockout loss to British boxer Mitchell Smith on Saturday, July 25 (July 24 in UK) at the Wembley Arena in London, United…