All roads lead to the Elorde Sports Center in Sucat Rd. Paranaque tonight when the Elorde brothers risk their WBO crowns in a promotion dubbed “Boxing Kontra Droga “ by Johnny Elorde Management International in cooperation with the Rotary Club of Manila Premier.
Grandsons of the great “Flash” Elorde , Juan Martin “Bai” Elorde will defend his WBO Oriental lightweight title against top contender Aekkawee Kaewmanee of Thailand while younger brother Juan Miguel” The Boss” Elorde will risk his crown against Erick Deztroyer of Jakata, Indonesia.
Both Elorde brothers are rated No. 8 and No. 3 respectively in the WBO world rankings and wins in tonight’s fight will boost their chances for a possible world title shot.
Bai Elorde holds a record of 23 fights with 21 wins (8 by KO), 1 loss and 1 draw against 23 fights of Aekkawee with 16 wins (6 by KO) and 7 losses. Mig Elorde has 23 fights, with 22 wins (11 by KO) and 1 loss while opponent Erick Deztroyer has 13 fights winning 8, 4 losses and 1 draw.
Another encounter for the Philippine featherweight championship will also be held in the supporting mainer between champion Randy Braga and Landy Cris Leon.
Japanese Kenta Ide will face Jerwin Mejes in a scheduled 8 round bout at 135 lbs. First bell starts at exactly 5 p.m.
he complete card :
Arvin Yurong vs Crisanto Contemprato 6 rds;126 lbs
Ruben Langress vs Julius Bala 6 rds; 118 lbs
Wilbert Berondo vs Albert Alcoy 6 rds; 115
Carl Caesar Peñalosa vs March Rey Taday lbs 118 rds; 111 lbs
Abraham Bullagay vs Jerry Mae Villagracia 6 rds; 116 lbs
Arvin Magramo vs Jay-Ar Omac 4rds; 105lbs
Arnel Balikwatro vs Romano Villanueva 4 rds; 145 lbs
Christian Victoriano vs Rico Saunoy 4 rds:105 lbs