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Podot optimistic for interim, world title shot for Suganob this 2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — PMI Bohol Boxing Promotions’ top honcho Floriezyl Echavez Podot targets the World Boxing Organization (WBO) interim title or perhaps a world title shot for his prized ward, Regie “Filipino Phenom” Suganob, before the year ends. This was after, Suganob put on a stunning performance on Tuesday, April 30, against the visiting.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

Jayson Vayson defends WBO AsPac title in lopsided win in Japan

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Jayson “Striker” Vayson proved anew that Filipinos can beat Japanese boxers in their own backyard after successfully defending his World Boxing Organization (WBO) Asia Pacific light flyweight title in Osaka, Japan on Sunday, April 21. Vayson,who made his first title defense, defeated Japanese Takeru Inoue via unanimous decision in the fight.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 22nd, 2024

Dumam-ag gears up for WBO regional title fight in Mandaue City 

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Lorenz “Shotgun” Dumam-ag has been grinding himself in training for his Labor Day regional title duel against ARQ Boxing Stable’s Rami “Sharp” Macado at the Mandaue City Sports Complex. Dumam-ag and Macado’s bout puts the vacant World Boxing Organization (WBO) Oriental flyweight title at stake in the main event of the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 18th, 2024

Jerusalem ends PHL’s world title drought in boxing, wins WBC minimumweight belt in Japan

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Finally, the Philippines ended its world title drought in boxing after Melvin “Gringo” Jerusalem dethroned Yudai Shigeoka via split decision to win the World Boxing Council (WBC) world minimumweight title on Sunday, March 31, in Nagoya, Japan. Jerusalem flexed his winning might against the heavily favored Japanese world champion after knocking.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 31st, 2024

Jerusalem, Amparo make weight for Japan world title bouts

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Former world champion Melvin “Gringo” Jerusalem and world-rated Jake “El Bambino” Amparo will attempt to dethrone the vaunted Shigeoka brothers in their separate world title bouts on Sunday, March 31, in Nagoya, Japan.  Jerusalem eyes a repeat of his 2023 shocking world title victory against Masataka Taniguchi by taking on Yudai.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Araneta: Experience and Donaire’s help key to winning world title eliminator bout

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Omega Boxing Gym’s banner boxer, Christian “The Bomb” Araneta, is full of confidence heading into his third world title eliminator fight.  The 28-year-old Cebuano knockout artist will trade leathers with Arvin “Hurricane” Magramo for the International Boxing Federation (IBF) world junior flyweight world title eliminator on January 26 at the Nustar.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Falcons, Shopify start Group Stage 2 with sweeps in DreamLeague

(Photo credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports) Team Falcons and Shopify Rebellion swept their two matches as Group Stage 2 began Friday in DreamLeague Season 22. BetBoom Team and Xtreme Gaming won their matches in three maps. Group Stage 2 features one round robin of the top eight teams to advance, and matches are best-of-three. The playoffs are a four-team, double-elimination bracket. The grand final will be a best-of-f.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  abscbnRelated NewsMar 3rd, 2024

Cepca’s monthly chess tilt unfolds on March 31 

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Another round of top-notch woodpushing action will unfold on Sunday, March 31, as the Cebu Executives and Professionals Chess Association (CEPCA) opens its monthly chess tournament. Over 50 of its finest woodpushers will battle on the boards to earn the monthly title that will be their ticket to the grand finals.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 30th, 2024

Sinner ousts Djokovic, meets Medvedev in final

Jannik Sinner ended Novak Djokovic’s bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title on Friday, snapping the Serb’s astonishing 33-match winning run at Melbourne Park to reach his first major final......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 27th, 2024

Australian Open: Djokovic says ‘fire still burning’

Novak Djokovic said the fire “is still burning” after outclassing Adrian Mannarino to reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open and stay on track for a record 25th Grand Slam title. The Serbian on Sunday ran rings around his French opponent on Rod Laver Arena, winning 6-0, 6-0, 6-3 to underline his status as red-hot.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 21st, 2024

Philippines-Australia joint drills kick off in Isabela

  The Philippines-Australia Army to Army exercises dubbed “Kasangga” 01-2024 started Monday at the 5th Infantry "Star" Division (5ID) headquarters, in Camp Melchor Dela Cruz in Barangay Upi, Gamu town in Isabela......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 15th, 2024

Rice Vanguards roll to 5th win

Nueva Ecija outplayed Manila in the crunch, pulling off a 78-62 win to gain a share of the lead in the MPBL (Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League) Sixth Season elimination round on Saturday at the Nueva Ecija Coliseum in Palayan City......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 13th, 2024

Cong. Duke Frasco Cup kicks off May 18

CEBU CITY, Philippines — One of the biggest sports events in northern Cebu, the Cong. Duke Frasco Cup, will unwrap its third leg on May 18 at the sports complex in Liloan town. This sports event, which features basketball and volleyball tournaments, is organized by sports patrons of the 5th District of Cebu, headed by.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

Fast food restaurant marks 5th year with sisig burger, fries

Fast food restaurant Shake Shack is marking its fifth year in the Philippines with a limited-time menu inspired by Sisig......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 11th, 2024

Koolpals to celebrate 5th anniversary via school fair-like event

Koolpals GB Labrador, James Caraan, Nonong Ballinan, Muman Reyes and Ryan Rems Sarita are set to celebrate their five years in podcasting via The KoolPals Block Party: a Stand-Up Comedy + Music Special in 123 Block on May 11......»»

Category: entertainmentSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 2nd, 2024

MPL PH Season 13: Minana EVOS secures 5th playoffs spot; TNC bows out

Minana EVOS is finally advancing to the playoffs of the Mobile Legends Bang Bang Professional League (MPL) Philippines after securing a much-needed win over ONIC Philippines, 2-0, while TNC is the first team to be eliminated in the regular season of MPL Philippines Season 13......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 1st, 2024

Zamboanga registers 5th win in row

Joseph Gabayni sustained what twins Jaycee and Jayvee Marcelino started as Zamboanga Master Sardines thwarted South Cotabato, 85-83, Monday and wrested the solo lead in the MPBL Sixth Season at the San Andres Sports Complex in Manila......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsApr 30th, 2024

Tudela, 76 more brgys in Central Visayas now drug-cleared

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Tudela town in Cebu province was the most recent locality to be given a drug-cleared status by the Regional Oversight Committee on Barangay Drug Clearing (ROCBDC). The 5th class municipality was the 9th locality in the region to have earned said status, based on the outcome of the deliberations of ROCBDC.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 13th, 2024

Cebu topnotcher shares secret to success: Strong support system of family, friends

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A good support system of family and friends is Elijah Cabase’s secret to his placing 5th in the March 2024 Medical Technologists Licensure Examinations (MTLE). This 23-year-old University of Cebu-Banilad alumnus said that he was not even expecting to pass because he described himself as a confessed procrastinator — or one.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMar 28th, 2024

US Federal Reserve holds steady

The US Federal Reserve decided to hold its interest rates steady for the 5th consecutive meeting......»»

Category: financeSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 22nd, 2024