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STORY OF PHILIPPINE BOXING PART II: PANCHO VILLA, THE FIRST ASIAN WORLD CHAMPION
By Maloney L. Samaco
Mon, 30 Mar
Pancho Villa.
The international popularity of Philippine boxing started when Pancho Villa won the universal world flyweight title from Welshman Jimmy Wilde to become the first ever Asian and Filipino world champion in Villa defended his title three times including a fight in the Philippines with another Filipino Clever Sencio where he won by a fifteen-round decision. Nobody expected it would be the last victory of his young illustrious career.
Francisco Guilledo in real name, Villa stood only 5 feet and 1 inch tall and did not weigh more than pounds. At that time racial discrimination was very prevalent, but he rose from anonymity to earn the stature as one of the greatest flyweights in boxing history. He was never been knocked out in his entire boxing career, which tragically ended with his instantaneous death at only age twenty-three from complications of a tooth extraction.
Guilledo was born in Ilog, Negros Occidental, son of a rancher, and grew up in the hacienda of a wealthy plantation owner, assisting his mothe
Pancho Villa
Pancho Villa: The Flyweight Legend
When it comes to boxing, there are few names that resonate with the same level of respect and admiration as Pancho Villa. Born on August 1, , Villa would go on to become one of the most dominant and talented fighters in the history of the sport. Standing at a height of cm with a reach of cm, Villa may have been small in stature, but his determination and skill made him a force to be reckoned with in the flyweight division.
Villa's rise to prominence in the boxing world was nothing short of remarkable. Despite his humble beginnings in the town of Ilog, Negros Occidental, Philippines, he quickly caught the attention of boxing enthusiasts with his lightning-fast footwork and devastating punches. Villa's ability to move in and out of his opponent's range with precision and efficiency earned him the nickname "Pancho Villa" after the famous Mexican revolutionary.
Throughout his career, Villa competed in the flyweight division, where fighters typically weigh no more than pounds. Despite his small frame, Villa possessed remarkable power and agility, allowing him to go toe-to-toe with opponents who often outweighed him. His speed and re
Pancho Villa: Paving the Way for Filipino Boxing Greatness
Introduction
In the history of boxing, certain figures stand as beacons, not just for their prowess in the ring, but for the indelible mark they leave on the sport itself. One such luminary is Pancho Villa, a name synonymous with courage, skill, and the unyielding spirit of the Filipino people. In the tapestry of boxing&#;s rich tapestry, Villa&#;s story emerges as a compelling narrative of triumph against the odds, elevating him to the status of a true legend.
Born Francisco Guilledo on August 1, , in Ilog, Negros Occidental, Philippines, Villa&#;s journey to greatness began amidst the verdant landscapes and bustling communities of his homeland. From humble beginnings, he would embark on an odyssey that would see him rise to become the first Filipino world champion, etching his name into the annals of boxing history with an elegance and flair uniquely his own.
Villa&#;s foray into the world of boxing was not merely a quest for personal glory; it was a reflection of the Filipino spirit—a spirit forged in the crucible of adversity, yet imbued with an unwavering determination to overcome. As he honed his skills in th
Pancho Villa is considered by many to be the greatest Asian fighter in boxing history. Just over five feet tall, Villa was explosive and unrelenting in the ring. He had fought times, sometimes with as little as a week between bouts, by the time of his death at age Born Francisco Guilledo on the island of Panay in the Philippines, Villa often fought with other boys in his village. His reputation with his fists brought him to the attention of promoter Frank Churchill in Manila. Impressed with the thenpound fighter, Churchill began handling Villa and, reportedly, named him after the famous Mexican bandit.
Villa fought exclusively in the Philippines from through April , often facing much larger men. In that time, he lost only three fights and captured two Filipino titles. In , Churchill took Villa to the United States. The young Filipino fought two no-decision bouts in New Jersey, losing-according to the newspapers-to Abe Goldstein and Frankie Genaro. The America press and public were at first slow to take notice of Villa. Churchill had difficulty arranging fights in major venues until, for almost no money, he got Villa and another Filipino, Elino Flores, on a card at Ebbets Field
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