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Filipino fighters Carlo Bumina-ang and Jeremy Miado gear up for ONE Fight Night 28 in Bangkok

January 10, 2025January 11, 2025Comments Off

Filipino fighters Carlo Bumina-ang and Jeremy Miado join a stacked lineup for ONE Fight Night 28 on February 8 at Lumpinee Stadium. Bumina-ang eyes redemption, while Miado tests the waters in a new weight class.

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Bowency CEO Robins Tchale Watchou named among 100 Most Influential Africans

January 10, 2025Comments Off

Robins Tchale Watchou, CEO of Bowency, has been honored as one of the 100 Most Influential Africans by New African Magazine. His leadership in sports, culture, and entertainment is transforming Africa’s global presence and fostering sustainable social change.

Islay Erika Bomogao set for return at ONE Friday Fights 93

January 8, 2025January 11, 2025Comments Off

Filipino Muay Thai sensation Islay Erika Bomogao makes her 2025 debut at ONE Friday Fights 93 against Ran Longshu. Will she continue her rise in the ONE Championship spotlight?

Eliezer Kubanza vs. Marcin Bandel: A Rivalry brewing in BRAVE CF’s Super Welterweight division

January 8, 2025January 11, 2025Comments Off

Undefeated Eliezer Kubanza has called out former BRAVE CF champion Marcin Bandel for a 2025 clash. Will this be the next big showdown in the Super Welterweight division?

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POC President Bambol Tolentino seeks justice for slain OCR champion Mervin Guarte

January 8, 2025Comments Off

POC President Bambol Tolentino calls for a swift investigation into the tragic death of OCR champion Mervin Guarte, a Southeast Asian Games gold medalist and Air Force serviceman.

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Sam Vincent appointed as 2025 Basketball Africa League Combine Camp Director

January 8, 2025Comments Off

1986 NBA champion Sam Vincent to lead the 2025 BAL Combine, featuring over 30 aspiring players from Africa, Europe, the U.S., and beyond.

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Gary Al-Smith joins Sporty Group as Regional Content Lead in Ghana

January 8, 2025Comments Off

Award-winning journalist Gary Al-Smith joins Sporty Group to lead an innovative sports content project in Ghana, enhancing the company’s footprint in African markets.

PHILIPPINE Olympic Committee president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino with Executive Board members (standing, from left) Atty. Wharton Chan, Dr. Jose Raul Canlas, Alvin Aguilar, Donaldo Caringal, Alexander Sulit, Ferdinand Agustin and Jessie Lacuna; and (seating, from left) Leah Gonzales, Al Panlilio, Mikee Cojuangco-Jaworski and Leonora Escollante.

Philippine Sports Gear Up for a Packed 2025, Says POC Chief Bambol Tolentino

January 7, 2025Comments Off

From Harbin to Thailand, 2025 is set to be a monumental year for Filipino athletes, with major international events lined up. POC president Bambol Tolentino shares the country’s ambitions for global success.

Lito Adiwang aims for fourth straight win against Keito Yamakita at ONE Fight Night 28

January 6, 2025January 11, 2025Comments Off

Filipino MMA star Lito “Thunder Kid” Adiwang is set to face #5-ranked strawweight contender Keito Yamakita at ONE Fight Night 28 on February 8 in Bangkok. With a chance to reenter the rankings, Adiwang is training hard to secure his fourth straight win since his comeback.