BOXING fans from the landlocked province of Bukidnon are still in euphoria after the successful title defense of Melvin Jerusalem, the Filipino world boxing champion from Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon.
Always dreaming to defend his World Boxing Council minimumweight crown before the hometown crowd, the well-prepared Jerusalem delivered an impressive unanimous decision win over Mexican challenger Luis Castillo last Sunday in Mandaluyong City.'Daghan Philippine champions ug mga potential nga boksingero sa Bukidnon ilabi na sa una nga buhi pa ang Hilario Boxing Promotion sa Don Carlos.
Filipino champion Melvin Jerusalem pummels Mexican challenger Luis Castillo during their WBC title fight in Mandaluyong City on Sept. 22, 2024. Basta taga Bukidnon talented gyod na. Dili nato matagna nga ang the next Manny Pacquiao will come from our province kay si Pacman originally taga Bukidnon sab ,' added Manolito Emnas who is from the same town.Jerusalem was all over his Mexican foe during the title fight, overwhelming him with speed and skill to hammer out a 118-109, 120-107, and 120-107 from all three ring judges.
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