CEBU CITY, Philippines---- Bukidnon's pride, Melvin "Gringo" Jerusalem finally ended the world title drought for the Philippines in boxing after dethroning the World Boxing
Melvin Jerusalem wearing the WBO world minimumweight belt around his waist while spreading the Philippine flag after defeating Masataka Taniguchi on Friday evening, January 6, 2023 in Osaka, Japan. | Photo from the WBO Twitter Page
However, Jerusalem came out with guns blazing after landing power punches in the opening round to introduce himself to Taniguchi. Taniguchi tried to stand on his feet but was too dazed with the combo. He was able to stand, but was too wobbly to continue the fight, prompting referee Roberto Ramirez Jr. to end the bout at 1:04 mark of the second round.
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