WBC okays Donaire-Santiago fight for vacant WBC bantam title

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Fri, 17 Feb 2023 10:18:38 +0000

By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Nonito Donaire Jr. got a shot at redemption after the World Boxing Council (WBC) approved his fight with Mexico’s Alejandro Santiago for the vacant bantamweight belt. This was disclosed during a recent interview with WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman with ESPN Knockout, although vital details such as the date and venue have yet […]

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Donaire fully motivated for his grudge rematch with Inoue

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Mon, 06 Jun 2022 12:14:45 +0000

By CARLO ANOLIN Nonito Donaire is all “fired up” for his rematch against Naoya Inoue as both bantamweight champions made their respective weight ahead of their unification bout Tuesday at the Super Arena in Saitama, Japan.“I feel good, I feel great.  It is going to be an amazing night and you can look forward to […]

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Donaire looking for rematch with ‘Japanese Monster’ this April

Credit to Author: Tempo Desk| Date: Sun, 13 Feb 2022 05:48:52 +0000

By CARLO ANOLIN There is no certainty yet but WBC bantamweight champion Nonito Donaire is looking forward for a possible rematch against Japanese rival Naoya Inoue on spring season.“It’s almost there. I’m excited for it,” said Donaire in an interview wiht Fight Hub TV.Donaire, however, clarified that he has yet to discuss with promoter Richard […]

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