Vazquez vs. Sonsona Boxing Match

Marvin Sonsona will Take a break for a while

2010-03-19T07:51:00.000-07:00

Marvin "Marvelous" Sonsona will rest for a while after his bad faith in his bout with undefeated Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. He experience his first lost this time. Will he back again in the ring ans be marvelous again? There's a lot of question right now after his not good draw fight with Alejandro Payasito and loss to Vazquez.

Sonsona, the named as the next Pacquiao will take a break for a while in the boxing ring and regain his prowess in boxing. He will undergo through analysis on what is really the problem on his fights.

Sonsona's manager Dr. Rajan Yraola allowed Sonsona to take some rest for three to six months. Good Luck Marvin Sonsona. It's not bad to taste a lost but it's a mere great challenge to mature your self. Punch them again when you back again inside the ring.

Watch Vazquez vs Sonsona Match Replay

2010-03-19T07:45:00.001-07:00

Watch Vazquez vs Sonsona Match Replay. The fight that brought history to the undefeated Wilfredo Vazquez of Puerto Rico after he defeated Marvin Sonsona for the WBO Junior Featherweight title last February 27, 2010. Let's get ready to rumble!

The Double Assault PPV Boxing Results

2010-03-01T23:57:00.000-08:00

Wilfredo Vazquez Jr defeated Marvin Sonsona for the WBO super bantamweight title. Sonsona was dropped by a body shot in the fourth round and was unable to beat the count. The KO improved Vazquez Jr’s record to 18-0-1 (15 KOs) and gave the 25 year-old his first world title.

Controversy surrounded the co-main event as the bout between Rodel Mayol and Omar Nino for the WBC light flyweight title was ruled a technical draw. Nino hit Mayol with a low blow in the third round. Before referee Vic Drakulich could intervene, Nino followed with a left hook that turned Mayol’s lights off. Mayol was out cold and the fight was ruled a technical draw.

Re-posted here from http://insidefights.com/2010/02/28/the-double-assault-results/

Wilfredo Vazquez Knocks Out Marvin Sonsona

2010-02-28T20:31:00.000-08:00

Wilfredo Vazquez made a history after knocking out Marvin "Marvelous" Sonsona in the 4th round of their clash on February 27, 2010 to hold the WBO super bantamweight title. He aimed to be part of father and son champion and he got it.

Vazquez showed the thousand of viewers in his home town how he managed Sonsona attacks. He jabbed and avoided most of Sonsona’s single shots in the first and both fighters landed their respective straights but neither scored with any significant punches. Vazquez landed a counter right hand off the ropes in the second that appeared to cut Sonona under his left eye and ended the round landing several jabs and powerful right hands. Sonsona seemed distraught by the end of the round. In the third, Sonsona landed a straight left that gave him some confidence as he let his hands go a little more. Still, the Puerto Rican managed to work the body and land rights of his own on the now swelling eye of Sonsona.

Vázquez went after his man in the fourth and pinned him several times against the ropes using his jab and straight right hand until one of those right hands broke through Sonsona’s defense and hurt him. A follow up left hook to the body put Sonsona down for the full count.

Wilfredo Vazquez won the WBO bantamweight belt!

Rodel Mayol vs Omar 'Nino' Romero WBC Light Flyweight Championship

2010-02-27T06:10:00.000-08:00

The Double Assault pay per view boxing event also features the WBC Light Flyweight championship of Rodel Mayol vs Omar 'Nino' Romero in Guadalajara, Mexico.

The Mandaue City-based fighter won his first world title on his fifth attempt, stopping Mexico’s Edgar Sosa in two rounds last November.

Rodel "Batang Mandaue" Mayol is 26-4 with 20 KOs and all his losses came in world title bouts. The 33-year-old Omar "Nino" Romero is 28-3-1 with 11 KOs.

Can Mayol defend his belt for the first time and give glory to the country? The back to back fight on February 27, 2010 in two different location. Sonsona vs Vazquez and Mayol vs Romero!

Let's get ready to rumble!

Watch Sonsona vs Vazquez live in Solar Sports

2010-02-27T05:46:00.000-08:00

Marvin Sonsona vs Wilfreodo Vazquez Jr., the clash of undefeated fighters and another Puerto Rico vs Philippines boxing fight anticipated match on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010 (Sunday in Philippines) at the Ruben Rodriquez Coliseum in Bayamon, Puerto Rico.

Marvin Sonsona has a record of 14 wins, 12 via KO and 1 draw. He has the speed, reach and the height at the very young age of 19 years old.

On the other hand, Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. has the bloodline of a real boxing champion being the son of a world champ. He has experience of having 17 wins, 14 via KO and 1 draw as well.

The showdown of two young fighters for the vacant WBO Junior Featherweight title. Who will make history? Watch the fight live on February 28 at 1PM on SOLARtv, with replays on March 3 at 9am, March 4 @ 10pm and March 6 @ 2pm on Solar Sports!

Will Sonsona be "Marvelous" again?

2010-02-22T16:55:00.000-08:00

“His destiny will be known here and only God knows what will happen come Feb. 27, the BIG DAY.” - Promoter Sammy Gello-ani ended his e-mail update regarding Marvin Sonsona's arrival in Puerto Rico with this statement.

Marvin Sonsona, 19 year old from General Santos showed the world his destiny as a fighter when he dethroned Puerto Rican, Jose "Carita" Lopez on a 12-round unanimous decision where he won the WB0 Super-flyweight world title and named as the 2nd young world title champion. But, challenges comes to every boxer when he vacated his belt on scale on his 1st title defense against challenger Alenjadro Hernandez. Sport writers, fans and even ordinary person asked if he will be also like a wasted boxer later on?

Sonsona faced another chance on a championship, shifting from 115lbs. to 122lbs for the vacant WBO Junior Featherweight title against Wilfredo Vazquez Jr of Peuerto Rico. Sonsona (14W-0L-1D, 12 KO’s) and Vasquez,Jr. (17 W (KO 14) – L 0- D 1) will rumble in the Ruben Rodriguez Stadium in Bayamon on February 27 in a clash dubbed as “Making History”.

Vazquez Jr. is a tough opponent with power and good combination of punches. Although, Gello-ani, Sonsona promoter expressed that Vazquez is undefeated but he never faced a fighter like Sonsona.

Two fighters in one goal of becoming the WBO junior featherweight champion. Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. vs. Marvin Sonsona? No one knows the answer yet until the Feb. 27, 2010 boxing.

Will Sonsona be "Marvelous" again?

(Photo of Sonsona training in P.R. courtesy of Sammy Gello-ani).

Interview with Marvin Sonsona for Feb. 27 Showdown

2010-02-22T01:45:00.000-08:00

The videos coming from PRBOXEA.com account on youtube where Marvin Sonsona where ask of some basic questions regarding his upcoming fight with Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. on February 27, 2010. Sonsona jumps from 115 to 122 where he wants to regain his name as a boxer and the 2nd young world title holder.

The interview to Marvin after the Press Conference presentation at Puerto Rico. Sonsona with his promoter answers questions being asked by the reporter.

While resting a while during his boxing workout, Sonsona answered some question regarding his training for the upcoming fight to Wilfredo Vazquez Jr.

Who will raise the WBO Junior featherweight belt?

Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. Interview during Media Session

2010-02-22T01:19:00.000-08:00

Posted on miamiherald.com the side of Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. as he publicly promoted the upcoming fight on February 27, 2010 during a media session Friday (Feb. 19) at the Miami Fight Gym.

Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. is under the guidance and supervision of his father Vazquez Sr. He will challenge the rising star as well of Philippines for the vacant WBO junior featherweight title.

Here's the excerpt of the interview to Vazquez Jr.:

``The anxiety I felt when we first heard about the fight is gone,'' Vazquez said. ``I am now more relaxed.

``The sacrifice paid off. One of the treasured rewards for a fighter is to become a world champion. Without discrediting my opponent, my hard work will pay off on Saturday.''

Vazquez (17-0-1, 14 KOs) did not feel pressured into boxing to follow his father. Instead, the elder Vazquez recommended other career options but supported his son once boxing became a priority.

``Like any kid, I was proud of my father,'' Vazquez Jr. said. ``If he would have been a lawyer, I would have been just as proud of him.

``In fact, I am more proud because I saw the physical reminders of his career. A lawyer does not have to go home and face his kids all bruised or cut.

``My father has been the foundation of it all. He did not want me to become a boxer. He wanted his children to have an education without the need to wake up early in the morning to train and work long hours in a gym.''

Vazquez Sr. believes his son is ready for the magnitude of a world championship setting. The younger Vazquez built up his record primarily in Kissimmee, where he has won 12 bouts and become a fan favorite, drawing capacity crowds at the city's Civic Center Arena. If Vazquez Jr. wins Saturday, the Vazquezes will join a select group of former champion fathers training their sons to a world title.

``He is young and very hungry,'' Vazquez Sr. said. ``I know this is a tremendous move up in importance, but he has worked very hard for this opportunity and will be ready.''

A victory Saturday also could allow Vazquez a balance between boxing and college.

``My friends thought I was crazy when I left school,'' Vazquez said. ``I just wanted to pursue my dream in boxing.

``If God-willing I win this fight, I might even consider resuming my studies right away. At that point your fight cycle changes and you are no longer required to fight every month or every other month. Time between fights is longer.

``I know how to balance myself.''

The clash of undefeated boxers on February 27, 2010 will mark another boxing history as two young fighters will compete with their desire. Who will win? A question to be answered on Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. vs. Marvin Sonsona!

Marvin Sonsona & Jonathan Oquendo Make Weight Photos

2010-02-19T19:35:00.000-08:00

Marvin Sonsona and Jonathan Oquendo made their pre-fight weights. The commission in Puerto Rico made the fighters weigh-in one week prior to their bouts on February 27. Sonsona weighed 126 from a peak of 128.1-pounds, which is 5% above the required limit of 122 for the fight. Oquendo weighed in at 127-pounds. Sonsona faces Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. for the vacant WBO super bantamweight title. Oquendo versus Alex Becerra. Vazquez Jr., who is doing promotional activities in Miami, weighed 127.25-pounds.

Photos by PR BEST BOXING PROMOTIONS/JOSÉ PÉREZ.

Sonsona is ready for Vázquez Jr. in an Interview

2010-02-19T18:55:00.000-08:00

Marvin Sonsona of the Philippines (14-0-1, 12 KOs), the former young WBO super flyweight champion with his trainer Nonito Donaire Sr. work the mitts during a recent training session in Puerto Rico. Sonsona and his team arrived in Puerto Rico this past Monday is closing in on fight week for his match with Puerto Rican hero Wilfredo Vázquez Jr. (17-0-1, 14 KOs). The two will face off on February 27th at the Coliseo Rubén Rodríguez in Bayamón, Puerto Rico for the vacant WBO junior featherweight Belt. The event titled ‘Making History’ is being presented by PR Best Boxing in association with All Star Boxing, Sampson Boxing LLC, and SGG Promotions.

The interview came from the Fightnews.com where Sonsona and his trainer Nonito Donaire Sr. talks about his preparation for his upcoming bout.

How have you adapted to the time change in Puerto Rico?

I’m actually still adjusting but my arriving nearly two weeks prior to the fight will be very beneficial to me. I will be fully adjusted prior to fight night.

Moving up from 115 to 122, do you feel more natural at super bantamweight?

Absolutely. Its such a relief to not have to struggle to make weight anymore. I feel at home in the super bantamweight division.

Having been a world champion at age 19 and unbeaten, surely the comparisons to Manny Pacquiao have come out, no?

I truly respect Manny Pacquiao and there will only be one Manny Pacquiao. I’m trying to establish my own name.

Nonito when did you start training Marvin?

My first fight with Marvin was the night he won the world title this past September.

Marvin is only 19 years old. How advanced do you see him at the this stage of his career?

Marvin is very advanced at this stage of his career as evidenced by him already winning a world title. He is very disciplined and works really hard in the gym. His future in boxing is extremely bright.

Marvin what are your thoughts on Vázquez Jr. having seen him fight?

He is a very talented fighter and I’m training extremely hard so that I can be victorious. I will be more than ready come February 27th.

Also featured on the televised card will be unbeaten 6′6 cruiserweight giant Carlos Negron of Puerto Rico (7-0, 5 KOs) vs. Roy Ashworth, Jonathan Oquendo (17-2, 11 KOs) of Puerto Rico vs Mexican Álex Becerra for the WBO Latino junior featherweight title and the debut of twins McJoe and McWilliams Arroyo.

Boxing Tickets are priced at $20, $40, $75, $125, $150 and $300. "The Double Assault" pay-per-view event as exchanging punches and jobs coming from the fighters.

Mijares injury changes “The Double Assault” PPV line-up

2010-02-18T02:07:00.000-08:00

Latest news buzzing from news stands, televisions and through the internet in relation to the upcoming bout of Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. vs. Marvin Sonsona had some changes. The original Christian Mijares fight was canceled due to a broken eardrum from his last fight on December 12.

“After looking forward to coming back and restoring his rightful place among the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world,” KO Entertainment president Ignacio “Nacho” Huizar explained, “Cristian Mijares was crushed with disappointment to learn a broken eardrum he suffered December 12 hasn’t healed properly and doctors wouldn’t clear him to fight Feb. 27.”

"The Double Assault" pay-per-view showdown has immediately finds an alternative through a world-class show in Guadalajara, Mexico. The new line-up features two world championship fights, first the WBC Light Flyweight Championship of Rodel Mayol vs. Omar Romero and second the 10-round WBC Youth lightweight championship boxing between Daniel Estrada vs. Angel Alirio Rivero.

The battle of champions is on! The judgment is nearing on "The Double Assault" boxing pay-per-view on February 27, 2010.

Wilfredo Vazquez. Jr. Public Media Workout

2010-02-17T04:03:00.000-08:00

Wilfredo "WV2' Vazquez Jr. the reigning WBO Latino Super Bantamweight Champion will be publicly viewable on his workout training on Friday, February 19, 2010 – 12 Noon at the Miami Fight Gym 8850 NW 13 Terrace, Unit 107 Miami, FL.

Vazquez Jr. rated by the WBO as the No. 2 contender will promote the “The Double Assault” pay-per-view event, Feb. 27, starting at 9 PM/ET live from Reben Rodriquez Coliseum in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. He will fight against WBO ranked no. 3 and Philippines young world boxing champion Marvin "Marvelous" Sonsona.

PR Best Boxing Promotions, in association with All Star Boxing and Sampson Boxing LLC., is presenting the Puerto Rican segment of “The Double Assault” pay-per-view.

"Asalto Doble" - The Double Assault - Boxing PPV

2010-02-17T03:46:00.000-08:00

"Asalto Doble" (The Double Assault) PPV on February 27th boxing showdown from Puerto Rico and Cancun.

Wilfredo Vasquez Jr. vs. Marvin Sonsona for the WBO Junior Featherweight belt headlines from Puerto Rico and WBC Light Flyweight Championship bout between Rodel Mayol vs. Omar "Nino" Romero live from from Guadalajara, Mexico.

The unique, double-barrelled broadcast is being distributed in the United States and Canada by Integrated Sports for live viewing at 9 PM/ET – 6 PM/PT on both cable and satellite pay-per-view via iN Demand, DIRECTV, TVN, DISH Network, Viewer’s Choice and Shaw PPV for a suggested retail price of only $34.95.

The broadcast is available on Pay Per View in Puerto Rico beginning at 9:00 pm local time.

Tickets can be purchased by calling (787) 792-5000 or online at www.tcpr.com . Tickets are priced at $20, $40, $75, $125, $150 and $300.

Marvin "Marvelous" Sonsona Boxing Record

2010-02-17T03:33:00.000-08:00

Real Name: Marvin Sonsona
Nickname: Marvelous
Height: 5ft 7 in
Nationality: Filipino
Birth Date: July 25, 1990 (age 19)
Birthplace: General Santos City, Philippines
Stance: Southpaw

Boxing Record
Total Fights: 15
Wins: 14
Wins by KO: 12
Losses: 0
Draws: 1

Marvin "Marvelous" Sonsona known in the Philippines as the next Manny Pacquiao and the second youngest boxer in the world who gain a world title. He defeated Jose Lopez of Puerto Rico for the WBO Super Flyweight title last September 5, 2009. Although, the boxing belt was vacated on November 20, 2009 prior to his draw result against challenger Alejandro Hernandez.

Sonsona at the age of 19 was scheduled to fight with the Puerto Rican unbeaten boxer as well. He will face on ring Wilfredo “WV2” Vasquez, Jr., the son of two time world boxer champion - Wilfredo Vazquez. The boxing event dubbed "The Double Assault" on February 27, 2010 Reben Rodriquez Coliseum in Bayamon, Puerto Rico.

Wilfredo Vazquez, Jr. Boxing Record

2010-02-17T03:11:00.000-08:00

Real Name: Wilfredo Vázquez, Jr.
Alias: WV2
Height: 5′ 6″ /168cm
Nationality: Puerto Rican
Birth Date: June 18, 1984 (age 25)
Birthplace: Bayamón, Puerto Rico
Stance: Orthodox

Boxing Record
Total Fights: 17
Wins: 16, Wins by KO: 13, Losses: 0, Draws: 1

Wilfredo Vazquez, Jr. is a professional boxer from Puerto Rico. He's the son of two-time world champion Wilfredo Vazquez. His debuted his boxing career in 2006 against Octavius Davis of whom he beat in a way of knockout. He's undefeated and rank by the World Boxing Organization as the number 2 contender in the Junior Featherweight division.

Vazquez last fight against Genaro Garcia was a successful defense of his regional title where he dominated the fight. He won by the way of knockout.

Puerto Rican Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. will face the rising star of Philippines Marvin Sonsona in clash of undefeated boxers on February 27, 2010 in his own home place.

Marvin Sonsona Puerto Rico Arrival Photos for "The Double Assault"

2010-02-15T16:16:00.000-08:00

A boxing rumble of undefeated fighters on February 27. Marvin Sonsona (14-0-1, 12KOs) arrived in Puerto Rico for his fight against Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. (17-01, 14KOs) for the vacant WBO Super Bantamweight title that was previously held by Juan Manuel Lopez who went up to featherweight. The fight is the headline bout at the Ruben Rodriguez Coliseum in Bayamon dubbed "The Double Assault" boxing pay-per-view.
Photos by Joel Colon/PR Best Boxing via http://www.boxingscene.com

Vazquez will try to revenge for Jose Lopez of Puerto Rico whom Sonsona defeated to gain his first world title on September 5, 2009. On the other hand, Sonsona will pursue this fight to regain his image as a boxer and a future boxing icon. Who will win in this battle against two unbeaten fighters?

Boxing Press Conference of Wilfredo Vázquez Jr. vs Marvin Sonsona

2010-02-13T05:08:00.000-08:00

Wilfredo Vázquez Jr. vs Marvin Sonsona upcoming boxing match on February 27, 2010 entitled "Making History/Haciendo Historia" in Reben Rodriquez Coliseum in Bayamon, Puerto Rico.

The press conference video owned by the PRBOXEA showed both fighters and their eagerness to fight each other inside the ring. They showed their fists and answered some of the questions raised by the reporters. Who will win in the Vazquez vs. Sonsona bout?

"Making History" Boxing Event

2010-02-13T04:36:00.000-08:00

The fight card titled “Making History” also known as "Haciendo Historia" is the nearing face-off of two young and unbeaten boxers of today. Unbeaten Wilfredo “WV2” Vasquez, Jr., son of two-time world champion Wilfredo Vasquez against the 19-year-old Marvin “Marvelous” Sonsona, for the vacant WBO junior featherweight title, headlining one of two sensational shows airing on pay-per-view in North America.

The bout was scheduled on February 27, 2010 in Reben Rodriquez Coliseum in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. Making History/Haciendo Historia boxing match is a pay-per-view fight being presented by PR Best Boxing Promotions of Puerto Rico.

Get ready to rumble with the upcoming Wilfredo Vasquez Jr. vs. Marvin Sonsona bout.