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

January 8, 2025Leave a comment

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, 2025Leave a comment

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, 2025Leave a comment

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.

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Jose “Shorty” Torres eyes flyweight glory after big win at RIZIN 49

January 5, 2025January 11, 2025Leave a comment

Former BRAVE CF Bantamweight Champion Jose “Shorty” Torres ended 2024 on a high note with a win at RIZIN 49. Now focused on the Flyweight division, Torres aims to become BRAVE CF’s inaugural Flyweight Champion and is eager for a potential clash with Kyoji Horiguchi.

Jeremy Pacatiw eyes third straight victory at ONE Fight Night 28

January 5, 2025January 11, 2025Leave a comment

Jeremy “The Juggernaut” Pacatiw is set to return to the ONE Championship Circle on February 8 at ONE Fight Night 28 in Bangkok, Thailand. Motivated by his growing family, Pacatiw aims to secure his third consecutive win in the bantamweight division as he faces Ibrahim Dauev in a high-stakes clash.

Nkosi Ndebele’s 2025 Mission: Reclaiming the BRAVE CF Bantamweight Crown

January 3, 2025January 11, 2025Leave a comment

Former BRAVE CF Bantamweight Champion Nkosi Ndebele is gearing up for a thrilling 2025 comeback. With eyes on revenge against Nicholas Hwende and a return to glory, the South African MMA star is training hard in Bali to reclaim his title.

POC eyes first Winter Olympics medal with Harbin Asian Winter Games campaign

January 1, 2025January 11, 2025Leave a comment

The Philippines is sending its largest contingent yet to the Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China, with a 20-athlete team competing in six disciplines. The Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) hopes this participation sets the stage for the country’s first-ever Winter Olympics medal in Milan-Cortina 2026.

Nicholas Hwende celebrates his historic victory at BRAVE CF 91, becoming the first Zimbabwean to capture the Bantamweight title.

Nicholas Hwende: The Rise of BRAVE CF’s Bantamweight Champion

January 1, 2025January 11, 2025Leave a comment

Zimbabwean MMA sensation Nicholas Hwende has captured global attention as the new BRAVE Combat Federation Bantamweight Champion. Hwende’s triumph over Nkosi Ndebele at BRAVE CF 91 solidifies his position as one of Africa’s brightest MMA stars.