Silvano topbills Balamban slugfest tonight
CEBU, Philippines - Virgilio “Maton†Silvano (16-2, 10KOs) of Omega Boxing Gym hopes to snatch the vacant WBO Asia-Pacific light flyweight title as he battles Jetly Purisima (17-12, 5KOs) tonight at the Balamban Sports Complex.
The pride of Dalaguete town south of Cebu is the reigning Philippine Boxing Federation (PBF) 108-pound champ. He is coming off a unanimous decision win against Louie Ardos in his hometown last February.
This time, the 23-year-old Silvano will face a tough task in claiming the WBO belt as he will be tested by a Purisima, a grizzled veteran who is used in fighting abroad.
In the supporting main event of the slambang show presented by International Pharmaceuticals, Inc., former WBO super flyweight champion Marvin ‘Marvelous' Sonsona (16-1, 13KOs) will make his ring comeback against journeyman Jason Egera (21-8, 10KOs) of Siaton, Negros Oriental.
Fans should also watch out for the undefeated flyweight contender Froilan ‘Sniper’ Saludar (16-0, 11KOs), who will take on Julios Alcos (21-12, 3KOs).
The rest of the card features Jahleel Payao vs. Roel Garcia; Jordan Catubay vs. Juny Salogaol; Keenan Villaflor against Jimboy Haya. (FREEMAN)
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