Filipino Boxing is going through a tough period however, the experts claim that there is still a lot of potential in Filipino boxing and it will bounce back. After the retirement of Manny Pacquiao, Only Marlon Tapales is the current champion in the Super Bantamweight division in world boxing.
Here in this blog, we will delve into the details of top Active Filipino Boxers, who have an excellent boxing record and need to bring for the country once again. (Lucky cola)
List of Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers
Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers: 1. Donnie Nietes
Donnie Nietes, who is also popular as “Ahas,” has had an impressive boxing career, in which he won multiple titles in the Minimumweight and Light Flyweight divisions. Furthermore, he became the longest-reigning Filipino world champion, after the legendary Gabriel “Flash” Elorde.
Donnie Nietes hasn’t announced his retirement yet and is quite active in his boxing career. In his recent fights, the 33-year-old continued his knockout streak by beating Gilberto Parra and then securing a decisive victory against Francisco Rodriguez.
Nietes is regarded as one the greats of Filipino boxing who has won and defended various titles in different weight categories in his career with pure determination, hard work, and passion to grow his legacy.
| Donnie Nietes Basic Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Age | 41 Years |
| Alias | Ahas |
| City | Bacolod City, Negros Occidental, |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Record | 51-43-2-6 (23 KO Wins) |
| Height | 5 Feet 3 Inches or 160 cm |
| Reach | 65 Inches or 165 cm |
| Division | Super Flyweight |
| Championships | WBO Mini Flyweight |
| WBO Light Flyweight | |
| The Ring Light Flyweight | |
| IBF Flyweight | |
Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers: 2. Nonito Donaire
Nonito Donaire, despite a 2013 loss to Rigondeux, remains a top Filipino boxer. Named “Fighter of the Year” in 2012, he rebounded by defeating rival Darchinyan and conquering the featherweight division. His technical decision over Vetyeka, who beat Chris John, showcased his prowess. He is the most decorated Filipino boxer among the active Filipino Boxers.
| Nonito Donaire Basic Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Age | 41 Years |
| Alias | The Filipino Flash |
| City | Talibon, Bohol |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Record | 50-42-8-0 (28 KO Wins) |
| Height | 5 Feet 7 Inches or 170 cm |
| Reach | 68 ½ Inches or 174 cm |
| Division | Bantam |
| Championships | IBF Flyweight |
| WBC Bantamweight | |
| WBO Bantamweight | |
| WBO Super Bantamweight | |
| IBF Super Bantamweight | |
| The Ring Super Bantamweight | |
| WBA (Undisputed) Featherweight | |
| WBO Super Bantamweight | |
| WBA (Super) Bantamweight | |
| WBC Bantamweight | |
Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers: 3. Albert Pagara
24-year-old Pagara is a dynamic force with power in both hands. His stateside debut saw him dominate William Gonzalez at the StubHub Center, where he tasted a decisive victory with two knockdowns. After his return to the Philippines, he faced Nicaraguan Yesner Talavera, winning a 12-round unanimous decision.
| Albert Pagara Basic Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Age | 24 Years |
| Alias | Prince Albert |
| City | Cebu City, Cebu |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Record | 35-34- 1-0 (24 KO Wins) |
| Height | 5 Feet 6 Inches or 168 cm |
| Reach | 68 Inches or 173 cm |
| Division | Lightweight |
| Championships | WBO Inter-Continental super bantamweight Title |
| Won IBF Inter-Continental super bantamweight title | |
Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers: 4. Brian Viloria
Despite being 36, Viloria showcased resilience against pound-for-pound kingpin Roman Gonzalez. In a gallant performance, he went toe-to-toe with “Chocolatito” until the referee intervened at 2:53 in Round 9. He is currently among the Active Filipino Boxers who have the potential to revive Filipino Boxing.
| Brian Viloria Basic Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Age | 36 Years |
| Alias | Hawaiin Punch |
| City | Waipahu, Hawaii |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Record | 46- 38- 6-0 (23 KO Wins) |
| Height | 5 Feet 4 Inches or 163 cm |
| Reach | 66 Inches or 168 cm |
| Division | Flyweight |
Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers: 5. Johnriel Casimero
Casimero, after back-to-back losses abroad, made a triumphant comeback. He won the light flyweight title by beating Lazarte in Round 10 of the bout. Later, he defended his title in Mexico and Panama & secured victories in the Philippines and Mexico.
After a controversial loss to Ruenroeng, Casimero demanded a rematch. Then he avenged his defeat with a Round 4 knockout in China and won his second world title.
| Johnriel Casimero Basic Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Age | 34 Years |
| Alias | Quadro Alas |
| City | Ormoc City, Leyte |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Record | 38-33- 4-1 (22 KO Wins) |
| Height | 5 Feet 4 Inches or 163 cm |
| Reach | 64 Inches or 163 cm |
| Division | Super Bantam |
| Championships | IBF Light Flyweight |
| IBF Flyweight | |
| WBO Bantamweight | |
Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers: 6. Rey Loreto
Loreto emerged unexpectedly in 2014, stunning with a knockout victory over Joyi for the light flyweight title. Following up with another knockout against Amol in the Philippines, he faced Joyi again, delivering a more impressive knockout on Joyi’s home turf, just 45 days after surgery.
| Rey Loreto Basic Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Age | 28 Years |
| Alias | Hitman |
| City | Davao City, Davao del Sur, |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Record | 40-25-15-0 (17 KO Wins) |
| Height | N/A |
| Reach | N/A |
| Division | Minimumweight |
| Championships | WBO Asia Pacific Minimumweight |
| WBA World Minimumweight | |
| IBO World Light Flyweight | |
Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers: 7. Mark Magsayo
Mark Magsayo is often referred to as the next Manny Pacquiao of the Philippines as he has an identical game approach and fighting skills. The Magnifico has bagged 24 victories out of his 26 bouts and his hard work and passion would make him a legend of the Filipino Boxing.
| Mark Magsayo Basic Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Age | 28 Years |
| Alias | Magnifico |
| City | Tagbilaran City, Bohol |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Record | 26-24-2-0 (16 KO Wins) |
| Height | 5 Feet 6 Inches or 168 cm |
| Reach | 68 Inches or 173 cm |
| Division | Featherweight |
| Championships | WBC World Featherweight |
| WBC Asian Featherweight | |
| WBO International Featherweight | |
Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers: 8. Arthur Villanueva
Among the top active Filipino Boxers, Arthur Villanueva faced his first loss in a controversial match against McJoe Arroyo for the IBF world junior bantamweight title. Actually, he received a cut over his eye and it led to a technical decision loss in round 10.
In a comeback fight in the Philippines, Villanueva secured a decisive victory with a 4th-round explosive KO over Juan Jimenez.
| Arthur Villanueva Basic Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Age | 34 Years |
| Alias | El matador King Arthur |
| City | Bacolod City, Negros Occidental |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Record | 40-35-4-1 (20 KO Wins) |
| Height | 5 Feet 5 Inches or 165 cm |
| Reach | 69 ½ Inches or 177 cm |
| Division | Bantamweight |
| Championships | WBC World Bantamweight |
| WBO Interim World Bantamweight | |
| WBO Asian Pacific Bantamweight | |
| WBC International Super Flyweight | |
| IBF World Super Flyweight | |
| WBO International Super Flyweight | |
Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers: 9. Jonathan Taconing
After his last defeat, Taconing came back strongly and secured nine consecutive victories. Eight of these wins took place in the Philippines and it means he is unstoppable and dominant on home turf. Later on, he traveled to Mexico, where he defeated former world title challenger Ramon Garcia Hirales in an impressive 10-round victory.
Taconing is currently holding the OPBF regional title that he won by beating fellow Filipino Jomar Fajardo via technical decision in the 10th round of their 12-round bout in September of the previous year.
| Jonathan Taconing Basic Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Age | 36 Years |
| Alias | Lightning |
| City | Paranaque City, Metro Manila |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Record | 37-29-7-1 (22 KO Wins) |
| Height | 5 Feet 2 Inches or 157 cm |
| Reach | 66 Inches or 168 cm |
| Division | Super Flyweight |
| Championships | WBC World Light Flyweight |
| WBC International Light Flyweight | |
| Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation Light Flyweight | |
Top 10 Active Filipino Boxers: 10. Jesse Espinas
Jesse Espinas carries sheer power in both hands and his last two victories came via knockout with powerful body shots to the opponents. Furthermore, in his recent fights, he knocked out Paipharob Kokietgym of Thailand in the eighth round and beat Indonesian Tommy Seran in the fourth round.
Jesse has a lethal combination of southpaw technique and knockout ability that makes him a solid force to watch in the world of boxing.
| Jesse Espinas Basic Introduction | |
|---|---|
| Age | 30 Years |
| Alias | Little Giant |
| City | Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Record | 28-21-7-1 (12 KO Wins) |
| Height | 5 Feet 2 Inches or 157 cm |
| Reach | N/A |
| Division | Light Flyweight |
| Championships | WBO Inter-continental Light Flyweight |
| PBF Light Flyweight | |
| WBO Oriental Light Flyweight | |
| Asian Boxing Federation Minimum | |