Two Historic Fight Cards Set for October 26 و اکتبر 29 in Manila to Celebrate the
50th Anniversary of Muhammad Ali vs. جو فریزر
مانیل, فیلیپین— In celebration of one of boxing’s most iconic fights of all time, Manny Pacquiao Promotions (MPP) proudly announces a monumental double-header: Countdown to Thrilla in Manila بریکشنبه, اکتبر. 26, درSan Andres Coliseum, followed by the landmarkThrilla در مانیل 50 رویداد درچهار شنبه, اکتبر. 29, درSmart Araneta Coliseum.
A historical extravaganza across two action-packed nights of boxing, legendary boxer-turned-promoter مانی Pacquiao, with the help of MPP President Sean Gibbons, Chief Financial Officer and Vice President Tony Cohen, and Lead Matchmaker Brendan Gibbons, have architected a monumental spectacle for the passionate Filipino fans. Countdown to Thrilla in Manila و Thrilla در مانیل 50 serve as the last two tentpole events before MPP’s highly anticipated U.S. اولین در روز شنبه, نوامبر 29 در Pechanga Resort Casino in Temecula, کالیفرنیا.
Both shows will honor the 50th anniversary of Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier’s epic 1975 مرحله نهایی مسابقات سنگین وزن, one of the most legendary bouts in sports history, while showcasing the Philippines’ finest
fighters and rising international talent.
رویداد 1 — COUNTDOWN TO THRILLA IN MANILA
اکتبر 26 | San Andres Coliseum, Malate, Manila
TheCountdown to Thrilla in Manila card kicks off the week’s festivities with three IBF titles up for grabs, headlined by reigning IBF Minimumweight World ChampionPedro Taduran (18-4-1, 13 کوس) defending against mandatory challengerChristian Balunan (12-0, 7 کوس).
در رویداد شرکت اصلی, top-ten IBF contendersEsneth Domingo (22-3, 14 کوس) وMiel Fajardo (12-3-2, 11 کوس) collide for the vacantIBF Pan Pacific Flyweight Championship. Undefeated Hong Kong starRex Tso (23-0, 14 کوس) faces India’sSagar Chouhan(7-0-2, 3 کوس), the reigning UBO Champion, for the vacant IBF Pan Pacific Bantamweight Title.
Several additional fights will be on display for fans in attendance, highlighted by a pair of unbeaten Filipino featherweights asLienard “The Matrix” Sarcon (13-0, 5 کوس) تا در برابر می رودJunibert Bantay (9-0, 1 ضربه فنی) in a ten-round battle.
Gretel De Paz(7-7-3, 2 کوس) will go eight rounds or less withCharimae Salvador (5-9, 2 کوس) for the vacant Philippine Women’s Bantamweight Title.
شکست نخوردگانClaire Villarosa (4-0-1, 2 کوس) آن را دوباره باJohn Rey Labajo (4-3-2, 4 کوس) for the vacant Philippine Youth Super Flyweight Title in an eight-round affair after their first bout this past August ended in a majority draw.
Promising Filipino prospectsArvin Jhon Paciones (11-0, 6 کوس), Noli James Maquilan (11-3, 8 کوس), وZyvyr Medecilo (6-0, 3 کوس) round out the undercard.
“Manny Pacquiao Promotions is bringing thisCountdown to Thrilla in Manila card to the Philippines to give local fans a world-class event at home while celebrating the legacy of the original Thrilla, which made boxing fans out of so many people around the world,” said MPP PresidentSean Gibbons. “We’re thrilled to be highlighting these incredible athletes, رایگان, in what is the perfect prelude to an unforgettable anniversary night at Araneta.”
رویداد 2 — THRILLA IN MANILA 50
اکتبر 29 | Smart Araneta Coliseum, Manila
Capping the celebration, Thrilla در مانیل 50 will feature a stacked international lineup, replete with three WBC title fights, headlined by WBC Minimumweight World ChampionMelvin Jerusalem (24-3, 12 کوس), who defends his title against South Africa’sSiyakholwa Kuse (9-2-1, 4 کوس) in a 12-round affair.
“This is more than an event, it is a bridge between generations,گفت: "مانی Pacquiao of MPP. “Fifty years after Ali and Frazier made history, we return to Manila to honor their greatness and to show the world that the spirit of boxing in the Philippines is stronger than ever.”
2020 المپیک مدال برنزEumir Felix Marcial (6-0, 4 کوس) takes on Venezuelan knockout artistEddy Colmenares (11-2-1, 11 کوس) in a 10-round co-main event for the vacant WBC International Middleweight Title.
A third title fight features WBC International Light Flyweight ChampionArvin “Hurricane” Magramo (19-2-1, 11 کوس) going toe-to-toe with fellow Filipino Berland Robles (12-0-1, 5 کوس) in a 10-round tilt.
Also appearing on the card:
Nico Ali Walsh (11-2, 5 کوس), grandson of Muhammad Ali, is returning to the Philippines to honor his grandfather’s legacy againstKittisak Klinson (10-2, 6 کوس) در یک مسابقه هشت دوره میان وزن. In his third outing of 2025, Ali Walsh is poised for a career-defining performance that promises to become a landmark moment in his burgeoning career.
A pair of Filipino Super Bantamweights will look to put on a show for their countrymen as 26-year-old FilipinoCarl “Wonder Boy” Martin(26-0, 20 کوس) takes on Thailand’sAran Dipaen (21-4, 18 کوس), while 33-year-old Filipino fan-favoriteمارلون تاپالز (40-4, 21 کوس) takes on VenezuelanFernando Toro (11-2, 9 کوس). Both Super Bantamweight contests are scheduled for ten rounds.
“Spearheading this event has been a tremendous honor,” said Lead MatchmakerBrendan Gibbons. “The Philippines stand as one of the boxing capitals of the world. هر دوCountdown to Thrilla in ManilaوThrilla in Manila 50will see electric matchups featuring budding Filipino stars asMPP proudly recognizes the 50th anniversary of the Thrilla in Manila.”
ABOUT MANNY PACQUIAO PROMOTIONS
Manny Pacquiao Promotions (MPP) is the global boxing promotion company founded by international icon and Hall of Famer Manny “Pac-Man” Pacquiao, the only boxer in history to win world titles in eight weight divisions. تاسیس در سال 2025, MPP is dedicated to building the next generation of champions by delivering world-class events, competitive matchups, and an elite platform for rising stars and established fighters alike. With a leadership team led by President Sean Gibbons, Chief Financial Officer Tony Cohen, and Lead Matchmaker Brendan Gibbons, MPP is redefining the standard of fight promotion in the United States and worldwide. برای اطلاعات بیشتر, بازدیدwww.PacquiaoPromotions.com and follow @PacquiaoPromotions on social media.