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WBC #2 Suico wins by TKO!

By Dennis Principe

14.09 - CURRENT Orient Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF) superfeatherweight champion Randy “Komong Bato” Suico of the Philippines scored a successful US debut when he pulverized late sub Juan Garcia of Mexico for four rounds yesterday at the Orleans Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The 22 year-old Suico took control of the fight from the start until a crushing left hook floored the durable Garcia in the fourth round. Garcia was able to beat the count but referee Kenny Bayless had seen enough punishment to wisely stop the match at 1:47 of the same round.

The 28-year old Garcia, a 10-year veteran, is a late replacement for original foe Justo Sanchez who was scratched for unknown reasons. The TKO win improved Suico’s unblemished record to 18-0, 16 via the short route.

Suico, who easily made the weight limit at 130 lbs., is hoping for an outright world title fight against
current champion Sirimongkol Singmanassuk of Thailand.

This after the prestigious World Boxing Council (WBC), in its latest world ratings, elevated Suico’s ranking to number two behind former world title challenger Jesus Chavez of Mexico.

“I got more inspired when I learned that I was elevated as the #2 contender of the WBC title. I guess I am ready to challenge the Thai champion because I believe he is a much easier opponent compared with the other world champions in our division” Revealed Suico who’s division is dominated by the likes of Philip Ndou, Carlos Hernandez and former world champion Joel Casamayor.

Meanwhile, Suico’s manager Joe Koizumi revealed their plan to pit his boxer in another non-title fight also in Las Vegas this coming October 4.

Suico is also mandated to defend his OPBF title against compatriot and former titleholder Eder Olivetti (a.k.a. Tiger Ari) this December in Cebu City.

Before proceeding to Las Vegas, Suico expressed his willingness to defend his crown against anyone, including Olivetti.

“I am always ready against anyone. If I need to fight the best in my division, so be it for as long as it will enhance my chance to fight for the world crown” Said Suico in a previous interview.


WBC #5 Suico “Coming to America”; Tokuyama-Peñalosa title fight postponed!

By Dennis Principe

05.09 - ORIENTAL Pacific Boxing Federation (OPBF) superfeatherweight king Randy “Golden Boy” Suico of the Philippines is all set for his US debut where he will face American trial horse Justo Sanchez on September 13 at the Orleans Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

In an interview, the 22-year old Suico (17-0, 15 KO’s) maintained his readiness to make an impact on US soil and hopes to use his upcoming campaign as a springboard for future megabuck fights.

“I’ve sparred for 60 rounds and hopefully I can have a successful performance to have a better chance at the WBC title.” Said Suico who is ranked #5 by same organization.

The Telefutura-televised Suico-Sanchez tussle will serve as co-feature card of a superflyweight fight between Martin Castillo and Jose Lopez..

Suico’s last outing was April of this year in Cebu, Philippines where he kayoed Korean Sungho Yu in the 6th round to claim the vacant OPBF title.

On the other hand, the 10-year veteran Sanchez (11-15-1, 0 KO) is coming off a gallant, albeit
losing performance versus compatriot Steven Luevano last June in Las Vegas. Sanchez never backed-off from all the flurries given by Luevano until the referee stopped the fight during the 4th round.

The 28-year old Sanchez has the distinction of facing twice former IBF world featherweight champion Jorge “Maromero” Paez. In their first fight in 2000, Sanchez lost a 10-round decision while their rematch the following year was declared a technical draw due to a bad cut suffered by Paez during the 1st round.

Meanwhile, Gerry Peñalosa’s scheduled rematch against WBC superflyweight title holder Masamori Tokuyama of Japan on November 8 hit a snag after the champion requested for a postponement due to an injury suffered after his last fight.

According to Japanese boxing writer Joe Koizumi, Tokuyama sufferred a hairline fracture on his left
hand after a successful title defense against Erik Lopez of Mexico last August 26. Tokuyama initially
wanted a postponement of the fight until early next year but later said he will be ready for a December 23 defense.

When contacted, Peñalosa’s manager Rudy Salud hesitantly agreed to allow for a postponement but not later than the end of November. Salud said Peñalosa’s preparations will definitely be affected if they give in to Tokuyama’s original request. He added that Tokuyama’s injury usually takes only three to four weeks to heal.

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