BOXING

Nonito Donaire misses date with destiny, falls to Mexican Sensation Alexandro Santiago

Published

1 year ago

August 28, 2023

https://manilastandard.net/sports/sports-headlines/sports-plus/314357238/high-stakes-showdown-donaire-vs-santiago-added-to-spence-vs-crawford-mega-undercard.html

LAS VEGAS – In a thrilling showdown, Mexican fighter Alexandro Santiago secured a unanimous 12-round decision to claim the vacant World Boxing Council bantamweight world title at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The 27-year-old Santiago achieved the first world title of his career by denying 40-year-old Nonito “Filipino Flash” Donaire a chance at becoming the oldest reigning champ in the division, leaving former four-division champion in his wake.

The fight began with a competitive edge, as Donaire rocked Santiago with a powerful left hook in the third round.

However, as the bout progressed, Santiago’s relentless pace proved too much for the Filipino-American veteran. Santiago landed a barrage of convincing blows in the ninth round, effectively halting Donaire’s momentum when he tried to deliver a decisive blow.

The judges’ scorecards unanimously favored Santiago, with one judge scoring the bout 115-113 and the other two at 116-112. With this victory, Santiago’s record improved to an impressive 28-3 with five draws and 14 knockouts.

After the bout, Santiago expressed his honor in facing a legend like Nonito Donaire, and the two shared a touching moment in the ring. Donaire, despite the disappointment, remained positive, stating his love for the sport and his desire to continue.

It was evident that time has caught up with Donaire, as the Mexican fighter outworked the former champion throughout the match.

Although Donaire had his moments, including a powerful left hook that rocked Santiago in the third round, Santiago proved resilient and dominated the fight with his consistent combinations.

The victory solidifies Alexandro Santiago’s status as a rising star in the bantamweight division, while Nonito Donaire’s remarkable career takes a new turn.

As the boxing world continues to buzz with excitement over the welterweight unification bout between Errol Spence and Terence Crawford, Santiago’s triumph adds to the night’s intrigue and showcases the sport’s constant evolution.

In a sport that embraces both legends and new talents, the rise of Alexandro Santiago shines a spotlight on the future of boxing, leaving fans eager for more electrifying matchups and unforgettable moments in the ring.

Post Views: 342

Bombo Radyo

Crawford to retire soon – Eddie Hearns

Published

2 months ago

August 30, 2024

PONCIANO

Canelo Alvarez ex-promoter Eddie Hearns predicts that Terrence Crawford will retire after his victory vs Israil Madrimov last August 3, 2024 in Los Angeles.

Crawford is now the 4-division champ after winning by unanimous decision.

However, Hearns said that three fighters are a must fight against Crawford before hanging his gloves – Vergil Ortiz, Jaron Ennis, and Canelo.

“I don’t think Crawford wants a Boots fight. I don’t think Crawford will fight again unless he fights Canelo Alvarez because he’s got money, he’s getting on [in age],” Hearns revealed.

https://googleads.g.doubleclick.net/pagead/ads?client=ca-pub-9286532506093929&output=html&h=174&slotname=7117060773&adk=605059290&adf=1627460022&pi=t.ma~as.7117060773&w=696&abgtt=6&fwrn=4&lmt=1725042514&rafmt=11&format=696×174&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bomboradyo.com%2Fcrawford-to-retire-soon-eddie-hearns&fwrattr=true&wgl=1&uach=WyJXaW5kb3dzIiwiMTUuMC4wIiwieDg2IiwiIiwiMTI4LjAuMjczOS40MiIsbnVsbCwwLG51bGwsIjY0IixbWyJDaHJvbWl1bSIsIjEyOC4wLjY2MTMuODUiXSxbIk5vdDtBPUJyYW5kIiwiMjQuMC4wLjAiXSxbIk1pY3Jvc29mdCBFZGdlIiwiMTI4LjAuMjczOS40MiJdXSwwXQ..&dt=1725042514845&bpp=2&bdt=230&idt=2&shv=r20240828&mjsv=m202408270101&ptt=9&saldr=aa&abxe=1&cookie=ID%3D5d33c4cd20913e1f-22a1221ec6e300ac%3AT%3D1694351710%3ART%3D1725042379%3AS%3DALNI_MZEDzcBK0E1ZWcfIjkVPAf3AYVU7A&gpic=UID%3D00000c40994559ba%3AT%3D1694351710%3ART%3D1725042379%3AS%3DALNI_MaOEqlum05ZnkpfaN-je8upJBpq1Q&eo_id_str=ID%3D0adbaf769f9b7c64%3AT%3D1723588119%3ART%3D1725042379%3AS%3DAA-AfjbR5fRtIlyBj753P1ETn0YM&prev_fmts=0x0&nras=1&correlator=1142066175168&frm=20&pv=1&rplot=4&u_tz=480&u_his=6&u_h=768&u_w=1366&u_ah=720&u_aw=1366&u_cd=24&u_sd=1&dmc=8&adx=138&ady=1658&biw=1343&bih=644&scr_x=0&scr_y=0&eid=44759876%2C44759927%2C44759837%2C31086545%2C31086551%2C31086639%2C44795922%2C95338227%2C95341662%2C95340844%2C95341515%2C95341518%2C21065725&oid=2&pvsid=2367033001575045&tmod=1670009734&wsm=1&uas=0&nvt=1&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bomboradyo.com%2Fauthor%2Fponciano&fc=1920&brdim=0%2C0%2C0%2C0%2C1366%2C0%2C1366%2C720%2C1358%2C644&vis=1&rsz=%7C%7CoeEbr%7C&abl=CS&pfx=0&fu=128&bc=31&bz=1.01&td=1&tdf=2&psd=W251bGwsbnVsbCxudWxsLDNd&nt=1&ifi=3&uci=a!3&btvi=1&fsb=1&dtd=8

He added that Crawford ducks Ortiz. He also mocked him for getting lucky with the scoring for his fight against Madrimov.

Hearns underscored that 36 year old Crawford is craving for mega-money, mega-fights, and real legacy fights that is why he does not like to fight the undefeated Ennis. He furthered that 27 year old Ennis is like the young Crawford version that is why he is skipping him.

Meanwhile, Crawford still hates Ennis because he is overrated.

Post Views: 451

Bombo Radyo

Jaron “Boots” Ennis the future of boxing

Published

2 months ago

August 30, 2024

PONCIANO

Jaron “Boots” Ennis the future of boxing

Three welterweight champs are on queue against IBF belt holder Jaron “Boots” Ennis (32 – 0) : Brian Norman Jr WBO; Mario Barrios WBC; and Eimantas Stanionis WBA for his undisputed title dream,

Ennis’ promoter Eddie Hearns said that 27-year old Ennis is the future of boxing as he beats everyone. He added that Boots is a special fighter that needs to be tested against the best in the world.

However, boxing experts suggested Ennis to move up to 154 and target Terence Crawford, Sebastian Fundora, Errol Spence, Tim Tszyu, Vergil Ortiz Jr, Israil Madrimov, Serhii Bohachuk, and Erickson Lubin.

Post Views: 407

Bombo Radyo

Usyk wishes Crawford to beat Canelo

Published

3 months ago

August 2, 2024

PONCIANO

Super-welterweight Terrence Crawford is set to fight Israil Madrimov – WBA and WBO interim World Super-Welterweight champ on August 3, 2024 in BMO Stadium – a Soccer-specific stadium in Los Angeles, California.

Crawford will move up to 154 pounds to clash Madrimov for his WBA junior middleweight title. This is halfway to Canelo Alvarez – the super middleweight undisputed champ of the world.

However, undisputed heavyweight Oleksandr Usyk wants to see Crawford beating Canelo. It can be recalled that Usyk smashed Tyson Fury just recently.

Post Views: 383