Berland Robles (second from left) and Chenghao Luo (second from proper) pose for a photograph throughout the weigh-in for his or her WBA regional title battle. | By Glendale Rosal
CEBU CITY, Philippines — ARQ Boxing Secure’s unbeaten warriors, Berlan Robles and Ian Abne, vow to defend their dwelling turf in opposition to Chinese language opponents in “Engkwentro 14” boxing spectacle of ARQ Sports activities.
The double-World Boxing Affiliation (WBA) championship fights happen tomorrow, Saturday, December 14, on the Bulacao Sports activities Advanced in Talisay Metropolis.
Each Robles and Abne made weight on Friday, showcasing their self-discipline and readiness for his or her respective WBA South title bouts.
Headlining Engkwentro 14, Robles steps into the ring for the WBA South flyweight championship. He tipped the scales at 110.8 kilos, nicely throughout the division restrict.
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Nevertheless, his opponent, Chenghao Luo, got here in vastly obese at 118.2 kilos, instantly disqualifying him from claiming the title whatever the battle’s final result.
Robles, a proud Talisay Metropolis native, is raring to silence Luo, who boldly claimed he would rating a knockout inside eight rounds.
“Makita rani ibabaw sa ring. Ako gyud buhaton tanan nga madaog ni nako nga regional title kay kapila na ni na delayed ang battle tungod kay wala ka pirma ug kontrata akong kontra,” declared Robles.
With an unblemished file of 10-0-1 (4 KOs), Robles sees this battle as a pivotal second in his profession. Luo, who holds a good 7-1-1 (4 KOs), faces an uphill battle after taking the battle on simply two weeks’ discover. Worse, he and fellow Chinese language Jin Ping Yang arrived in Cebu at 3 AM on Friday.
Nonetheless, Luo expressed confidence regardless of the brief preparation for Engkwentro 14.
“He noticed his opponent’s battle movies earlier than. He mentioned that his opponent is sweet and has energy. So, he’ll use his abilities to win,” mentioned Luo’s coach, Ye Tian, by means of a translator.
Ian Abne (left) and Jin Ping Yang (proper) engaged in a fierce staredown, whereas ARQ Sports activities conditioning coach Roger Potot holds the WBA south minimumweight belt. | By Glendale Rosal
Within the co-main occasion, Ian Abne (11-0-1, 4 KOs) battles Jin Ping Yang (5-4-1, 1 KO) for the WBA South minimumweight title.
Private battle for unbeaten Abne
Like Luo, Yang confronted weight challenges, initially tipping the scales at 106.4 kilos for the 105-pound bout. Nevertheless, Yang managed to shed the surplus weight, protecting his title hopes alive.
For Abne, this battle is private. Together with his household touring from Mindanao to assist him at ringside, the unbeaten boxer vowed to ship an unforgettable efficiency in Engkwentro 14.
“Naa gyud matumba ani kay gipangandaman gyud ni nako ug maayo,” Abne promised.
Abne credited his six months of rigorous coaching, which included sparring and conditioning, as the inspiration of his confidence. He even welcomed Yang’s aggressive fashion, calling it an ideal match for his technique.
“Ako gyud ipakita niya nga kaya nako siya i-knockout, nga dili lalim iyaha ko i-knockout sa six rounds lang,” he added.
Yang mentioned he likes Abne’s southpaw fashion which mimics his personal. He mentioned by means of Tian that he’ll cease Abne inside six rounds.
Undercard bouts
However, the Engkwentro 14 undercard options different ARQ Boxing Secure fighters wanting to seize their likelihood to shine.
Welterweight Rodel Wenceslao takes on Ryan Sermona in an eight-round conflict, whereas April Jay Abne, Ian’s older brother, faces Anferne Palarca in one other eight-rounder. Angelus Pilapil squares off with Mohaleden Kalibo in a six-round bout.
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