MALTA 2012

Scott Dixon signed his contract today to fight Baker Barakat (champion) for his WBU super-middleweight title on th 18th August in Pembroke, Malta.

Second WBU title for Hiller

Christian Hiller, the mainfighter of the big WBU Fightnight in Herne - Germany on 08.04.2012 made is second dream come true to win his second professional WBU title. Christian Hiller won the WBU Light Heavyweight World Title over Turgay Uzun by TKO in round three.

Yavuz Ertürk WBU Welterweight World Champion

Yavuz Ertürk defended his WBU Welterweight World Title versus unbeaten Denis Harnasi by a tko in round two with a left bodyshot in Herne - Germany - 8.04.2012

Engin Gül WBU Lightweight Youth World Champion

Engin Gül from Turkey won his first professional boxing title. He tko´s Mohamed Kazan in the third round for the WBU Lightweight Youth World Title in Herne - Germany - 08.04.2012

German based youth power

Domenic von Chrzanowski made his first WBU Super Middleweight Titledefense with a great TKO over Domink Ameri in Altoetting on 31.03.2012. He is now ranked #8 by the WBU

Florian is back

Florian Wildenhof won the WBU european title after a tko over Mustafa Dogan from Turkey on 31.03.2012 in Germany - Altoetting

Ertuerk back in Action

WBU Welterweight World Champion Yavuz Ertuerk on his way to his first titledefense vs unbeaten Denis Harnasi on 08.04.2012 in Germany / Herne.

Hamid Rahimi gets the biggest honor

WBU Interim Middleweight World Champion Hamid Rahimi with his President Hamid Karsai of Afghanistan

The Champ is Back !!!

WBU interim middleweight world champion Hamid Rahimi visits his hometown Kabul in front of 20.000 people.
SPORT UNITS

It's that time again!

On April 8, with the doors of the Ruhrstadt Arena in Herne opening at 5pm, Gelsenkirchen's professional boxer Christian Hiller will get back in the ring for the next installment of 'Knockout Fight Night'.

The reigning WBU Intercontinental Cruiserweight champion changes division in an attempt to become a two-weight champion when he challenges for the vacant WBU Light-heavyweight title against Turgay Uzun.

Afghan boxer wins interim world title

Afghan boxer Hamid Rahimi won the World Boxing Union (WBU) Championship by defeating his Belarusian rival in Hamburg, local Pajhwok Afghan News reported on Sunday.
Rahimi outpunched Ruslan Rodivich in the 8th round late Friday night in the German city, said Mujibullah Rahmani, the spokesman of Afghan Olympic Committee.
The Hamburg-based professional boxer won the WBU title due to a high degree of motivation, encouragement and support that he received from Afghanistan, the Afghan Athletes Union in Europe said.
Watched by WBU officials, Rahimi faced his Belarusian opponent in the 12-round bout that took place at the Event Centre "Le Royal" in Hamburg-Barmbek, said a statement from the union.
It was seen as an important step toward the realization of Rahimi's dream to host the first-ever professional boxing event in Afghan capital Kabul under the banner of "Fight For Peace."
The Afghan boxer was awarded the WBU gold belt for winning the title.

A SLAM-BANG FIGHT TO THE FINISH!

It was a rainy day, last February 12, 2012, but still the high intensity heat of the boxing enthusiasts filled up the Big Dome of the progressive town of Kabasalan, Zamboanga Sibugay Province. The big event was held in addition to the activities lined up for the municipality’s dual affair, the fiesta and foundation day.

Two respected personalities, who are both politicians & sportsmen, the HON. MAYOR GEORGE CAINGLET, of Kabasalan, Zamboanga Sibugay Province and HON. VICE MAYOR ARNULFO LIM, of the Municipality of Buug, Zamboanga Sibugay Province spearheaded the WORLD BOXING UNION (WBU) INTERNATIONAL SUPERBANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP event, which was also the Champion’s first defense.

The first rang of the bell signaled the start of the first round. ALVIN MAQUILING, the Champion, quickly unleashed his one-two combinations, followed by an upper cut to the body that shocked CERILLO ESPINO, the Challenger.
In the second (2nd) round up to the finish, the slam-bang toe to toe fight of the two protagonists elevated the temperature of the site rapidly, much to the delight of the crowd which in turn paid back with a standing ovation.

It was in the ninth (9th) round when the Challenger was slowly pulling ahead of points. In the twelfth (12th) & final round, the Champion refused to give up, still tried to rally on points and this time clearly dominated the Challenger. But, unfortunately, it was a late move as the Board of Judges composed of MR. RAFAEL DIOKNO saw it 115-113, MR. ROEL DENSING had it 116-114 and likewise the third judge MR. ANDRES MANATAD JR. scored it 116-114, all in favor to the Challenger, the winner by Unanimous Decision and the new WBU INTERNATIONAL SUPERBANTAMWEIGHT CHAMPION, CERILLO ESPINO of Lipa City, Batangas, Philippines.

The glee and jubilation of the Manager & Owner of the Kambal Kamao Boxing Stable, MR. CAYETANO GANDEZA JR. was discernible when he gave his ward a warm hug of congratulations, along with his licensed trainer MR. REY PACIONES, the former Philippine Super flyweight Champion and WBC #1 Super Flyweight Contender in his prime.
Sportsmanship was apparent on the top of the ring, as the former Champion ALVIN MAQUILING and Manager DR. GLORIO SAJULGA exchanged a tight handclasp with Mr. Gandeza & the newly crowned King of WBU International, Cerillo Espino.

Reported by:

MR. VICENTE G. CABALOG                MR. RAFAEL DIOKNO
Officer in Charge                        Games & Amusements Board
Games & Amusements Board            Makati City
Zamboanga City                        WBU SUPERVISOR Designate
WBU SUPERVISOR Designate

Noted by:

DR. NASSER V. CRUZ
Chief, Boxing Division & other Contact Sports
Games & Amusements Board
Makati City
WBU SUPERVISOR Designate

Hamid Rahimi, "I will bring boxing to my home city of Kabul once I'm World Champion"

The Hamburg-based professional boxer Hamid Rahimi (19-1-0 (8)) is undeterred in finding a way to realising his dreams.

Next Friday, 24 February, he will face a German middleweight with Afghan roots in the battle for the interim WBU World title when he meets Ruslan Rodivich (10-5-0 (10)) at 'Le Royal' in his adopted hometown of Hamburg.

The 12 round fight takes place at the Event Center "Le Royal" in Hamburg-Barmbek and for his Hamid Rahimi it is an important step towards the realization of his dreams.

Motivated by the planning and practical preparations, Rahimi aims to host the first ever professional boxing event in the Afghan capital, Kabul, under the banner "Fight For Peace" and this has focused the Hamburger's attention during his intense training schedule ahead of the WBU title fight.

Hamid Rahimi: "In recent weeks and months I have received so much motivation, encouragement and support from Afghanistan and from sport of boxing sport here in Germany for my dream to bring boxing to Afghanistan but now I must focus on this challenge for the WBU belt. I want to show a great performance on Friday. My supporters, fans and friends all inspire me to continue the story my way to make these dreams come true!"

A further six professional fights take place on the bill in Hamburg, with the boxers Ismail Ozen, Mustafa Hassan Ghazi, Samir Said, Hassan Nitschke and the featherweight campaigner Marietta Kowalczyk providing an exciting and action packed program at this sporting dinner at "Le Royal".

Professional boxing event on Friday, 02.24.2012. Doors open from 19.00 clock / clock start at 20.00. Location: Event Hall "Le Royal". Hermann-Buck-Weg 9th 22309 Hamburg

Tickets are still available at: telephone hotline 0049-176-88261844 before and at the box office.

WBU World Champion Alesia Graf back in action

On Friday 24 February 2012, two-world class female boxers touch gloves, making history in Australian boxing sport.
In the ring will be Alesia Graf who is now the Super Bantamweight double world champion after her breath-taking performance in her new hometown, Wollongong, in December 2011 and Susie Q Ramadan, who was Australia’s first female world champion.
Alesia’s match in December 2011, when she fought and won against Thailand’s Jubjang Lookmakarmwan, was a demonstration of steely determination and skill. Alesia set out to prove her prowess in the boxing ring and succeeded. It was important for her to bring this title to her adopted country. She is proud that the Wollongong public now embrace her as its own.
‘My match in Wollongong was a major step forward for my goal to be number one in Australia,’ said Alesia. ‘I am even fitter now and ready to take on this next challenge.’
Alesia’s business partner from Graf Promotions, Anja Gantner, has watched Alesia’s progress over the past three years. ‘I believe this is a chance to show the Australian public that they have a real champion in their midst. Alesia will be fighting in a different weight class for this match and she intends to box in a variety of classes over the next few years. She hopes to make Australia proud’.
Anja says if Alesia wins this fight, her next goal will be to be number one in the world and represent Australian female boxing internationally.
This fight in Melbourne is the biggest deal in Australian boxing history as Susie Q Ramadan holds a special place in the world records. In February 2011 she became the IBF Bantamweight World Champion. Whoever wins this match will be number one in Australia and will fight against the current WBC World Champion.
The match will be held at the Flemington Pavilion in Melbourne on 24 February 2012, and tickets are available by phoning 0413 654 999 and will be broadcast live by Fox Sports.

Graf stops Lookmakarmwan

Australian based German super flyweight Alesia “The Tigress” Graf (25-2, 10 KOs) stopped Jubjang Lookmakarmwan (3-4) in round five at the Fraternity Bowling Club in Fairy Meadow, NSW, Australia on Thursday. Graf was in control of the bout in all of the rounds and referee Mick Heafey saved the Thai boxer from further punishment at 0:53 of round five. The WBU super bantamweight titles were up for grabs. This is Graf’s second contest in Australia.

Marie Riederer new WBU World Champion

She is now among the top ten in light welterweight category worldwide. Marie
Riederer competed and won against Jana Kluge. It was the only women
bout at the fight night at Altes Funkwerk, Koepenick/Berlin (Germany),
on December 3rd 2011. The title bout was scheduled for ten rounds two
minutes each.
The fighters seemed to be evenly matched for the beginning of the
first round. However, Riederer soon battered her opponent hard enough
to knock her down. The referee started to count. Even though Kluge
faced off against her younger opponent before the count of ten,
Riederer was pushing ahead with her superior vigor and explosiveness
from then on. Referee Brien finally deemed Kluge unfit to continue in
the third round. Marie Riederer won the fight and earned the white
treasure of the WBU. Now she adds another belt to her collection.
With a little break over the christmas and New Year holidays, she is
already focusing on her next fights in 2012. Stay tuned for Marie in
February and on 24th March 2012.

Alesia Graf ( Germany ) vs Jubjang Lookmakarmwan ( Thailand )

WBU World Title Fight Press Conference / Australia
Female Super Bantamweight
21st December 2011

Alesia Graf is Back

December 21st in Fairy Meadow Australia will see women headline the boxing card for the WBU Super Bantamweight World Title.

Germany's two time former world champion Alesia Graf will return to the ring after a one year absence to tackle the formidable former Muay Thai champion Jubjang Lookmakarmwan from Thailand.

The two female fighters will headline the pro / am card in what is sure to be a great night of fistic entertainment. Female fighters will also feature in two of the five undercard bouts.

WBU Fight Night 03.11.2011 Berlin / Germany

Female Welterweight World Title Marie Riederer vs Jana Kluge

Official weigh in and rulesmeeting

A new Star is born

Arleta Krausova from Czech Republic wins WBU Female Bantamweight World Title vs Pia Mazelanik with a split decision

Hiller on Top

Christian Hiller wins his first Title Defense for his WBU Cruiserweight Intercontinental Title

Welcome our New European Coordinator Mr. Matteo Fratini from Italy

Domenic von Chrzanowski wins WBU Youth World Title

Domenic von Chrzanowski emphatically defeated Mustafa Dogan last Saturday, November 5, in Gelsenkirchen to claim the WBU super-middleweight Junior title.

After a magnificent display by 'Blue Blood Nic' over 10 tough rounds, the judges scored the encounter 99:91, 99:91 and 97:93 in favour of the unbeaten 20-year-old Berliner.

Dogan had taken the fight on short notice after the original opponent, Norbert Nagy, pulled out in the lead to the fight. Von Chrzanowski outclassed Dogan and maintains his unbeaten record as well as picking up the WBU junior title to add to his GBA Germany middleweight strap.

Trainer Steven Küchler stated, "Domenic has won the junior title at first major hurdle. He is a good foundation and becoming more confident. Now he will have a little break and then next year it's back to business."

Manager, and mother, Jacqueline Chrzanowski was satisfied with the performance of her fighter, "Although Mustafa had modest record he was not a walkover in spite of this, this evident from the first round.

"He had came for the win, and despite the hardest punches Domenic he did not even take a knee. After Domenic attacked his opponent at the start of the fight with hard knocks he put Mustafa into reverse, but after that he began to fight back strongly. Domenic countered this rebellion by letting the attacking boxer work and using his own slick skillful evasive movements."

WBU Fight Night 05.11.2011 Gelsenkirchen / Germany

WBU Cruiserweight Intercontinental Title Defense Christian Hiller vs Remo Arns
WBU Youth Super Middleweight Title Domenic von Chrzanowski vs tba
WBU Female Bantamweight Title Pia Mazelanik vs tba

Girl power takes hold in Team Hiller

Seven bout were already set to take place on the second 'Fight Night' at the Event-Halle Ulrichstrasse, Gelsenkirchen on Saturday, 5 November, but room has been made for one more!

Gelsenkirchen-native Pia Mazelanik, who recently joined the knockout Boxteam with Christian Hiller, will fight for the World Boxing Union (WBU) version of the World bantamweight crown (53.52 kg) on the packed bill.

The now living in Marl the 24-year-old Mazelanik began her martial arts career six years ago with a great deal of success. She was central part of the national Kickboxing team and in 2005 was European champion and followed that a year later by becoming the world champion.

In 2006, the dental worker moved to Professionals at only 19 and has remained there to this day.

She claimed the German International Association and the WIBF European titles in 2008, defending the European title twice, before added the WIBF Intercontinental title this year.

Christian Hiller will now guide her to the climax of her career as Mazelanik challenges for the World Championship in Gelsenkirchen. "We next year we want to attack the world leaders in all the major organizations," said Christian Hiller after the first few training sessions.

Cruiserweight, Christian Hiller, will also have his own fight on November 5 when he steps into the ring for the first time since June for the first defense of his WBU Intercontinental title versus Remo Arns.

"I'm sure many viewers will want to witness this fight," said the 36-year-old champion.

The public and press training workout will take place on 2 November at 6pm in the "El Sombrero", 72 Weber Street. Doors open from 5pm and admission is free.

Marco Schulze is World Champion

The Velten-based fighter and his brother, promoted a night of World championship boxing at the town hall of their hometown - with Marco starring in the lead role.

The event was completely sold out with 1,300 spectators, and among the special guests at ringside were WBO world champion Robert Stieglitz and legendary coach Ulli Wegner.

At stake in the main bout was the vacant WBU light-middleweight strap. Alongside Schulze, the co-challenger for the WBU crown was Omar Siala, 17-14-2 (KO 4), who took the fight at short notice.

The local hero, who was cheered on by his frenetic fans, continuously pressured Siala throughout and landed a number of vicious blows to the head of the 22-year-old challenger. At the beginning of the seventh round Siala's corner signaled an end to the fight give Schulze another victory.

Schulze bolstered his balance sheet to 32-6-1 (KO 20) and has vowed to defend his World title defense in early 2012.

WBU Welterweight World Champion Yavuz Ertürk from Turkey

WBU Heavyweight European Champion Jonathan Pasi from Congo

WBU Super Middleweight World Champion Baker Barakat from Syria

W.B.U. International Super Bantamweight Championship

September 24, 2011 @ MSU – IIT Gym, Iligan City

It was an upset win to the underdog last September 24, 2011 in the place considered to be the ‘Spring Capital of the Philippines’ because of its abundance in spring waters. Another event shine and was considered by many people as the beginning of an era of Professional Boxing.

The MSU – IIT Gym of Iligan City was jam packed with boxing enthusiasts, despite of the numerous events that were held that same day, in celebration of their upcoming fiesta.

The Local Government Unit of Iligan City, thru the active participation of Hon. Mayor Lawrence Ll. Cruz, Hon. Vice-Mayor Henry Dy, Sports Director Mr. Bernard Palafox and all the members of Sangguniang Panlalawigan made this professional boxing championship possible and a total success.

From the curtain raisers up to the 10-rounders, the crowd was definitely entertained and made a standing ovation as they applauded the protagonists. The temperature rose even higher until the moment they reach the most awaited fight of the century, the W.B.U. International Super Bantamweight Championship schedule for 12 rounds.

At the very first rang of the bell, ALVIN MAQUILING quickly released his 1-2-3 combinations. JR EDUROT just threw counter punches, occasional jabs and upper cuts to the head. As the fight progressed, in every round laps, one had clearly saw the victory of Edurot. Even though Maquiling had released a barrage of punches, still Edurot clearly dominated the fight, thru his counter punching and effective boxing techniques.

At the half way of the 5^th round, Edurot released a left hook that hit the jaw of the aggressive Maquiling and made him down to the canvass. The international referee Mr. Delbert Pelegrino gave a mandatory count. Maquiling quickly stood up and signaled his fist to continue the fight.

The fight proceeded as Maquiling made a 2^nd wind and engage Edurot again in a toe-to-toe fight. Moreover, from the first round up to the fifth, Edurot clearly dominated the fight and had convinced the judges to score in his favor.

In the sixth and seventh rounds, however, turned out to be the greatest moments for Maquiling as he filled up points by points to the face and body of Edurot, which evidently made the latter ran out of gas and weakened his resistance. This turning point resulted much to the delight of the underdog fans, as the dominant boxer Edurot struggled hard in going back to his corner. The three judges that composed the board, namely Mr. Marvin Artes, Mr. Andres Manatad and Mr. Roel Densing, scored it 10-9 in favor of Alvin Maquiling.

In the beginning of the 8^th round, Maquiling eagerly showed his burning determination to finish his opponent by giving barrage of punches to the face of Edurot. It was at this moment that the crowd and the referee undeniably saw an exhausted Edurot. Two solid blows that hit Edurot’s face were proved to be fatal as he was knocked down with bended knees. The referee immediately stopped the bout as he sensed JR Edurot was no longer safe to continue the fight, and eventually save him from further punishment of the even more aggressive Maquiling.

ALVIN MAQUILING was declared winner by TKO in the 22 seconds of the 8^th round, and was the new W.B.U. International Super Bantamweight Champion.

It was a well attended boxing promotion with the two Commissioners of Games & Amusements Board. Com. Atty. Aquil Tamano & Com. Mathew Gaston attended and supervised the said event, together with Dr. Nasser V. Cruz, Chief of Boxing Division and Mr. Vicente G. Cabalog, Officer in charge of GAB – Zamboanga City. The new promoter licensed as such by the GAB was Mr. Arnold Y. Palafox of Iligan City.

The camp of JR EDUROT, managed to transact the manager of ALVIN MAQUILING, in the person of Dr. Glorio Sajulga, to have a rematch this coming December 15, 2011 in Oroquita City.

Reported by:

MR. VICENTE G. CABALOG

Officer-in-charge

GAB – Zamboanga City Noted by:

WBU – Supervisor Designate

DR. NASSER V. CRUZ

Chief, Boxing & Other Contact Sports Division

WBU – Supervisor Designate

International Super Bantamweight Title 23.09.2011 Philippines

Desert Storm: WBU Title Fight Night in Australia

A Storm is about to hit the Goldfields Oasis Recreation Centre in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia August 5th, an aptly named promotion "Desert Storm" promoted by Nezzy Club Promotions will feature two WBU Title fights for the first time on Australian soil.

The main event will match US Heavyweight Clarence Tillman currently based in Auckland, New Zealand against former MMA fighter and currently undeafeted in professional boxing Lucas "Big Daddy" Browne in a WBU Intercontinental Heavyweight bout. The two big men Tillman 6'5 and 125kg and Lucas Brownce 6'4 and 120kgs will leave it all in the ring come August 5th as both men look to earn the right to call themselves the WBU Intercontinental Heavyweight Champion and push on for a chance at current WBU World Champion Gene Pukall. In a bout that should produce fireworks picking a clear winner is tough, some parts of the boxing community would point at Browne's hometown advantage and undeafeted record making him the favourite. However Tillman has fought everyone put in front of him and his experience will come into play. Expect a great fight!

The co-main bout features tough and rugged Cruiserweight Oscar Siale from Auckland, New Zealand against Australia's Danny Price. This bout is for the WBU World Cruiserweight Title. Siale has fought the top Cruiserweights throughout the Asia-Pacific region having paid his dues and proven to be a warrior in the ring he gets this opportunity against Price to claim the WBU World Title. Siale brings a ton of experience against quality opposition to the table while Price is the younger with a height and reach advantage. The two have fought once before with Siale taking a Majority Decision over 4 rounds, this should be another close hard fought affair.

Philipp Schuster successfully defends the WBU Light Welterweight title

Germany, Halle/Saale -Philipp Schuster makes a succesful defence of his WBU world title against Tom Reiche. In the first round the champion and challenger shared the spoils with both men coming out strong with a fast pace however the Reiche realised that it was going to be a hard nights work if he was to dethrone the champion. In round 2 the champion gained the early advantage by landing a blistering body shot to the body of Reiche ,this stunned the challenger who did well to recover so quickly from such a big punch. As the fight continues we see Reiche take full advantage of the challengers lack of experience and start to dominate the event with a knock-down of Reiche in round 4. Reiche composes himself and meets the ten count however its becoming more evident that Schuster has a lot more punishment to give r. As the fight continues we see Schuster dominate and pick the punches well which culminates in Reiche going to canvas again in the 6th ,but he does beat the refs count to continue. After coming out for 7th ,visually Reiche is showing the sings of being dominated which leads to the corner to throw the towel in. While Schuster makes a successful defence of his belt, both fighters have to take credit for what was an exciting fight.

Phillip Schuster is ready for his first title defence

WBU light welterweight worldchampion faced today top challenger Tom Reiche in Halle/Saale. Both boxers are well prepaired for his showdown on saturday.

Jonathan Pasi is the new light heavyweight world champion

Jonathan Pasi won the bout sensational over favorite Stefan Raaf on points.

Omar Siala wins the light middleweight WBU youth title

Omar won this fight with impressive bodyshots in second round

Christian Hiller is the new cruiserweight intercontinental champion

Christian Hiller won the bout in the 5th round over Oleg Eirich. Oleg Eirich decided to retired after the fourth round after a lot of pressure by our new intercontinental champion.

Altunkaya stops Mogylewski for WBU youth title

Altunkaya stops Mogylewski for WBU youth title

23-year-old cruiserweight champion Hizni Altunkaya (17-0, 9 KOs) from Turkey defeated 25-year-old Alex Mogylewski (12-6, 8 KOs) from Ukraine by sixth round TKO on Saturday night in Neuwied, Germany. Altunkaya was much sharper than Mogylewski. Altunkaya scored a technical knockdown in round six.He was much more agressive and landed many hard punches. Hizni Altunkaya won in a hard boxing match the WBU Cruiserweight youth title.

Unbeaten Hizni Altunkaya ready for the WBU Youth world title

Unbeaten boxing prospect Hizni Altunkaya (16-0, 9 KOs) makes final preparations for this Saturday’s May 7th bout for the WBU cruiserweight youth world title. The cruiserweight fight will be for the vacant WBU youth world title. Atunkaya is coming off an easy TKO win over Dirk... Mandelarts from germany in front of 17000 people at the Klitschko show in Hamburg. The 23 year-old Altunkaya has an impressive undefeated record of 16-0 with 9 KOs in his young career. Altunkaya is promoted by Punch UP and has been voted as a rising prospect by the german boxing fans.