Pinoy boxing great Dommy Ursua passes away
He stood only 4-foot-11, but he fought inside the ring with a heart of a giant. So dauntless and courageous that he was even commended by the late hero Niño Aquiño for his gallantry.
That best describes Dommy “Toy Bulldog” Ursua, one of the most spirited boxers the country had ever produced. He passed away due to lingering illness last Sunday afternoon. He was 72.
The sad news was relayed to The Freeman by revered boxing patron Antonio “Bidoy” L. Aldeguer, who is initiating a fund-raising campaign to help defray Ursua’s burial expenses as well as provide financial assistance for his widow.
“Dommy Ursua died yesterday (Sunday) afternoon completely penniless. I am trying to raise funds for his burial expense and to help his surviving wife,” conveyed Aldeguer in a text message.
Ursua fought twice for the world title in a losing cause. He dropped an 11th round TKO decision to Raul Macias in their National Boxing Association World bantamweight title bout on
After a string of defeats, Ursua finally retired from boxing in 1961, compiling a 26-28 win-loss record dotted with 20 victories by knockout in a checkered career that spanned for nine years.
Although he did not win a single title, Ursua is best remembered by ring fans of his era for his tenacity and big fighting heart.
Ursua’s body now lies at the St. Francis Funeral Homes. Interment will be announced later. – EBV
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