Filipino boxer Ian Paul Abne and China's Dianxing Zhu are set to meet at the official weigh-in for the 'Fist of Fury 10' event on May 8. This highly anticipated encounter occurs at the Cebu Coliseum.
The weigh-in starts at 10 a.m., with both fighters required to make the 105-pound limit for their International Boxing Federation (IBF) minimumweight title eliminator.
The event will also include the undercard bouts and a press conference featuring key fighters.
Key Figures Involved
IBF ratings chairman Ben Keilty will oversee the weigh-in along with international referee Danrex Tapdasan. The judging panel will feature three judges from Thailand and Japan.
This fight is crucial for both boxers as they vie for a chance at the IBF title.
Event Organizer
Reigning IBF world minimumweight champion Pedro Taduran is expected to attend, watching closely as he awaits his next challenger.
Fighter Records
Abne enters the match undefeated with a record of 12 wins, 4 by knockout, and 2 draws. Zhu holds a record of 16 wins, including 14 knockouts, and just 1 loss.
Undercard Highlights
The undercard features several notable matchups, including Jimuel Aranas facing Jeric Noynay for the WBF Silver flyweight title, and John Paul Gabunilas competing for the PBF super flyweight crown.
Other promising bouts include fighters from various local stables, showcasing emerging talent.