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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

Fajardo now rated No. 5 in IBF Jr. flyweight world rankings

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Knockout artist Miel “Silent Assassin” Fajardo sees a world title on the horizon after securing the fifth spot in the latest International Boxing Federation (IBF) light flyweight division rankings. The 24-year-old Fajardo, hailing from San Francisco, Agusan Del Sur, shocked the local boxing scene with his ultra-fast first-round knockout victory against Cebuano.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 17th, 2024

Araneta’s win crucial to Cebu’s boxing scene

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Omega Sports Promotions’ top honcho, Pio Paulo Castillo, sees Christian ‘The Bomb’ Araneta’s world title eliminator win as crucial to the future of Cebu’s boxing scene. During an interview during Aranet’s final sparring session at the Omega Boxing Gym in Mandaue City, Castillo said that Araneta’s victory could potentially pave the way.....»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsJan 16th, 2024

Eyes on De Guzman in Philippine Badminton Open

Mika de Guzman began her title defense in the women’s singles at the Philippine Badminton Open 2024 with a commanding 21-8, 21-7 victory over De La Salle University’s Mia Manguilimotan last Friday at the First Pacific Leadership Academy here......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJun 7th, 2024

AVC Cup at RMC unwraps

Vietnam opens its title defense as it clashes with Hong Kong in the featured match of a heavy four-game bill ushering in the Asian Women’s Volleyball Challenge Cup today at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 21st, 2024

Canino, Lady Spikers motivated by UAAP failed title defense

The lost season of La Salle will serve as a motivation for the Lady Spikers next year, star Angel Canino said......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 5th, 2024

Creamline banks on championship experience, trust amid threat to PVL title defense

The Creamline Cool Smashers are fighting an uphill battle as they attempt to keep their PVL All-Filipino championship on their side amid intense competition in the 2024 PVL All-Filipino Conference semifinals......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 3rd, 2024

Jayson Vayson to defend WBO regional belt in Japan on Sunday

CEBU CITY, Philippines — World-rated Filipino ring warrior Jayson “Striker” Vayson is all set for his World Boxing Organization (WBO) Asia Pacific light flyweight title defense against Japanese prospect Takeru Inoue at the Sumiyoshi Ward Centre in Osaka, Japan on Sunday, April 21. Both Vayson and Inoue passed the mandatory weigh-in on Saturday, April 20......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsApr 20th, 2024

Beermen spill Painters for strong conference debut

The San Miguel Beermen started off its PBA Philippine Cup title defense on a high note, blowing away the freefalling Rain or Shine Elasto Painters, 109-97, Friday evening at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 15th, 2024

Blu Boys rule Pangaea Cup

The Philippines came through with a sweet sweep in a successful title defense in the men’s super division of the Pangaea Cup International Slo Pitch tournament recently at the Villages in Clark Field, Pampanga......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMar 13th, 2024

Yulo reaches floor exercise final in Baku World Cup, but parallel bars title defense in jeopardy

Carlos Yulo advances to the final of his pet event floor exercise, although he is in danger of yielding the parallel bars crown he won last year in the Baku leg of the Artistic Gymnastics World Cup Series.....»»

Category: newsSource:  rapplerRelated NewsMar 7th, 2024

MVPs, more standouts boost PLDT High Speed Hitters for ‘strongest’ PVL lineup yet

Offense, defense and strategy all covered as the likes of Kim Kianna Dy, Majoy Baron, Kim Fajardo, Savannah Davison, and newly hailed skipper Kath Arado aim to win first PVL title......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 16th, 2024

UAAP volley begins with fiery weekend bill

The reigning queens from La Salle and long-time kings from National U begin their title defense against separate counterparts in an explosive opening weekend of the UAAP Season 86 volleyball tournament at the Mall of Asia Arena......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsFeb 14th, 2024

Van der Valk eyes 3-peat as TCC Invitational tees off

Bracing himself for a grind, Guido van der Valk has dedicated significant effort honing his skills in preparation for his title defense in The Country Club Invitational, which gets going January 23 at the TCC in Canlubang......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsJan 20th, 2024

Israel Presents Defense in ICJ Genocide Case – The Daily Guardian

Title: Israel Defends Actions in Gaza at ICJ as South Africa Accuses of Genocide Date: [Insert Date] The Daily Guardian – Israel appeared before the.....»»

Category: newsSource:  thedailyguardianRelated NewsJan 13th, 2024

Paalam faces tough road ahead

Featherweight contender Carlo Paalam has three more wins to go before clinching a ticket to Paris but it won’t be an easy pathway as the fights are scheduled one day after another starting today against Armenia’s Artur Bazeyan at the second World Olympic Boxing Qualifying Tournament in Bangkok.....»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 29th, 2024

Embracing pain: The story of a lady cop and single mother

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Police Master Sergeant Eddiely Malatab Augusto, 43, is known for being tough as she possesses a strong personality and has a passion for sports and other physical activities. Moreover, Augusto is a champion shooter and a member of the Philippine National Police (PNP) assigned at the Cebu City Police Office (CCPO)......»»

Category: newsSource:  inquirerRelated NewsMay 12th, 2024

Filipina golfers slip as Fall hangs tough

Clariss Guce’s momentum from her stirring 65 Friday fizzled out as she struggled to maintain her form, ending up with a 73 and slipping further behind Dana Fall in the third round of the Carlisle Arizona Women’s Golf Classic in Scottsdale, Arizona Saturday (Sunday Manila time)......»»

Category: sportsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 12th, 2024

Conversion, condemnation and rejectionist religion

This week has been a tough one for me in the “faith” department for a couple of reasons......»»

Category: newsSource:  philstarRelated NewsMay 10th, 2024