Nguyễn Văn Hải

Nguyễn Văn Hải

The Hitman

Lightweight, 135 lbs (61 kg)

Age :

35


Height :

169

cm


Stance :

Orthodox


Region :

Hà Tây


Country :

Vietnam


Record : PRO DEBUT


Record :

6

Wins

(

3

KO)

/

3

Loss

/

0

Draws

Nguyễn Văn Hải is very likely the most experienced mixed fight form exponent in Vietnam.

Hai was a highly decorated amateur in younger days, having won multiple national titles and achieving medals at the SEA Games. In spite of those successes, the revered Hanoi legend has had precious few chances to box in recent years.

Hai was intent on embarking on a pro career back in 2019, and signed with VSP to pursue that ambition. The pandemic put the brakes on those plans, and unfortunately, Hai did not see any ring time until August of this year.

Nguyễn Văn Hải ventured to Manila to take on the rangy southpaw prospect Jerald Into, and despite incurring a points loss, it was a decent display for a boxer with lots of ring rust. The Vietnam fighter certainly showed many of the trademark moves of his amateur days, but his distance, timing and punch volume were below the required level.

This legend dubbed “ the Hanoi Hitman” will look to reverse that loss, and he will be determined to teach his whiz kid Indonesian rival some veteran tricks of the trade !

  • 2019 South East Asian Games Silver Medal
  • 7 Times Vietnam National Champion
  • 2015 South East Asian Games Silver Medal
  • 2013 South East Asian Games Bronze Medal

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Nguyễn Văn Hải

In the news

WHO WILL SHINE FOR VIETNAM IN 2025 ?
January 6, 2025

WHO WILL SHINE FOR VIETNAM IN 2025 ?

Lots to look forward to for our future stars in the year ahead !!

HCMC WANTS PRO BOXING !!!
The Ho Chi Minh Boxing Federation (HBF) are not just looking for more opportunities for their athletes to compete, they also see the benefits that action-packed sports entertainment like pro boxing potentially bring to this vibrant city.

The HBF have already taken the visionary steps to inform their friends and industry in many social media posts. 
HBF boss Mr. Nguyễn Vinh Nghi is only relatively new to his role - but has already made a huge impact for Vietnam 🇻🇳 professional boxing. 
He has been pivotal in getting Vietnam boxers opportunities to fight overseas, and provided stewardship for the most recent local event in Ho Chi Minh City. 

Expect to see many more exciting events in Saigon this coming year - starting February. 

Vietnam 🇻🇳 boxers were also were becoming an exciting brand as last year progressed, and were in increasing demand. 
VSP sent boxers to Australia,Tanzania, Russia, Dubai, South Korea, Taiwan and China.

2025 will see that PRO BOXERS become 🇻🇳 Vietnam's proudest export.

BRING IT ON !!!
HAI TO MAKE A SPLASH ON JEJU ISLAND !
December 3, 2024

HAI TO MAKE A SPLASH ON JEJU ISLAND !

The "Hanoi Hitman" looks to close out 2024 in Korea next month - and he promises to do so in devastating fashion !
Hai is booked to fight former national champ Min Guk Ju - a southpaw boxer with 9 wins to his credit. 
The bout will take place on Jeju Island South Korea on December 15th. 

The Seoul based boxer is certainly an interesting opponent, and there are many question marks surrounding his chances in a fight with the Vietnam star.
Min Guk Ju has not fought since October of last year, yet his decision to take on a tough opponent like Nguyễn Văn Hải suggests that he is very confident of recapturing his very best form. 
It also speaks loudly of a boxer that is looking to fast track his world rankings.

Min Guk Ju was controversially beaten for the WBC Asia Continental title in China - a bout he lost narrowly on points despite knocking his opponent down in the contest. 
He was then stopped in Japan by the unbeaten Chihiro Iwashita - a real "hell fight" where at any moment, either boxer could get have dropped, and both were tasting moments of success.
Suffice to say - the Korean boxer is high calibre, and with vengeance on his mind, will be looking to make a statement with a victory over the classy Nguyễn Văn Hải. 

But the Hanoi Hitman has plans of his own !

"Boxing has been very good to me. I get to make new friends, and I am always excited to visit new parts of the world. I am very lucky !

This will be my first chance to visit Jeju Island in Korea - I heard it is a very beautiful place.
I have full respect to my opponent - he has been a champion, and he is looking to make his mark again in the game of boxing.

But this year will end badly for him. 
Hai plans to knock him out and deliver a beautiful gift to the people of Jeju Island. 
I'm looking for bigger fights in 2025, so I will be devastating with Min Guk Ju. 
No mercy !"

#vsppromotions #vspboxing #vsppro #boxingvietnam ##vietnamboxingorganization #vbo
NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI ON A KOREAN "KO" MISSION
November 24, 2024

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI ON A KOREAN "KO" MISSION

The "Hanoi Hitman" looks to close out 2024 in Korea next month - and he promises to do so in devastating fashion !
Hai is booked to fight former national champ Min Guk Ju - a southpaw boxer with 9 wins to his credit. The bout will take place on Jeju Island South Korea on December 15th. 

The Seoul based boxer is certainly an interesting opponent, and there are many question marks surrounding his chances in a fight with the Vietnam star.
Min Guk Ju has not fought since October of last year, yet his decision to take on a tough opponent like Nguyễn Văn Hải suggests that he is very confident of recapturing his very best form. 
It also speaks loudly of a boxer that is looking to fast track his world rankings.

Min Guk Ju was controversially beaten for the WBC Asia Continental title in China - a bout he lost narrowly on points despite knocking his opponent down in the contest. 
He was then stopped in Japan by the unbeaten Chihiro Iwashita - a real "hell fight" where at any moment, either boxer could get have dropped, and both were tasting moments of success.
Suffice to say - the Korean boxer is high calibre, and with vengeance on his mind, will be looking to make a statement with a victory over the classy Nguyễn Văn Hải. 

But the Hanoi Hitman has plans of his own !

"Boxing has been very good to me. I get to make new friends, and I am always excited to visit new parts of the world. I am very lucky !

This will be my first chance to visit Jeju Island in Korea - I heard it is a very beautiful place.
I have full respect to my opponent - he has been a champion, and he is looking to make his mark again in the game of boxing.

But this year will end badly for him. 
Hai plans to knock him out and deliver a beautiful gift to the people of Jeju Island. 
I'm looking for bigger fights in 2025, so I will be devastating with Min Guk Ju. 
No mercy !"

#vsppromotions #vspboxing #vsppro #boxingvietnam ##vietnamboxingorganization #vbo
TWO YEARS AGO ALREADY !!
November 17, 2024

TWO YEARS AGO ALREADY !!

Bit of nostalgia here, but this FORTUNES OF WAR was an extremely fun event (despite the many dramas) and well worth revisiting. And you will see that there are lot's of familiar names on this historic fight card.

The Vietnam 🇻🇳 team was spearheaded by Dinh Hong Quân, a guy that had been on a winning run and was defending an IBF Title, but he was having lots of trouble with his weight in the lead up. He even collapsed at one stage and had to be resuscitated at one point !
We had top young prospects Lê Hoàng Hiep and Phan Minh Quân, who fought out of their skins against international pro boxers with more than 70 wins between them ! 
Nguyễn Văn Hải is obviously a legend on the local scene but had been inactive, so he was a bit of a "query" inclusion - yet he produced a memorable performance that culminated in two dramatic knockdowns.
But even more amazing was the debut of another Vietnam kid Thai Hoang Huy - this guy had never even boxed (he was a muay thai student that loved the idea of being a boxer !) And he went in with an opponent that had 14 knockouts in 15 wins - BIG BALLS !!
Suffice to say, the Vietnam 🇻🇳 team had a great experience and a lot of fun at this show - it was held at the beautiful Grand Ho Tram Resort in the coastal area of Vung Tau.

The visiting international team?
Well - some crazy talent on that side of the fence !

Philippines 🇵🇭 - Charly Suarez, Mark John Yap, Arnel Baconaje, Jetro Pabustan and Jon Jon Estrada. 
These guys share plaudits as multiple national and regional title holders, with the unbeaten Suarez currently on the precipice of a world title.

Indonesia 🇮🇩 - Paisal Panjaitan - a really top unbeaten prospect who is now #2 in his country.
Defry Palulu - an Indonesia #2 and WBC belt holder.

South Korea 🇰🇷 - Chan Ho Song - an unbeaten 12-0 guy with blazing hands and a World Youth champ.

Thailand 🇹🇭 - Anuson Thonglueang - a top youth prospect with only one loss in 14 bouts, and who currently sits at #2 rated Welterweight in Thailand. 

Thanks for making this FORTUNES OF WAR a very memorable event boys, you put on a thrilling and entertaining show for everyone that was lucky enough to be there to see it.
VSP wish you continued luck and enjoyment in your boxing adventures ahead.

PS. the main event between Dinh Hong Quân 🇭🇰 and Arnel Baconaje 🇵🇭 was watched by more than 2 million people online ! 

https://youtu.be/wtvhUrz5EVg?si=wFMeYF-L41LBBD7p
VAN HAI SET TO BE A BIG "HIT" IN SOUTH KOREA
October 26, 2024

VAN HAI SET TO BE A BIG "HIT" IN SOUTH KOREA

Nguyễn Văn Hải, one of Vietnam's best known boxers, returns to the ring on December 15 in an 8-round showdown in South Korea. 
And despite two losses in 2024, Hải has shown menacing form, foreshadowing a major victory at the Jeju Island event.

Following consecutive WBO and WBC title bid setbacks against undefeated, world-rated opponents, the man dubbed the "Hanoi Hitman" is poised for a big bounce back win. 
His upcoming challenge comes against a yet-to-be-named South Korean opponent, a former national titleholder that is looking for a big scalp to re establish his rankings.

Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated matchup set for Jeju Island South Korea on December 15th.
Details coming soon!
RUSSIA LOOK OUT - HẢI IS COMING FOR YOU !!!
July 18, 2024

RUSSIA LOOK OUT - HẢI IS COMING FOR YOU !!!

6 days out - and Nguyễn Văn Hải  🇻🇳 is taking the battle to the beautiful coastal city of Saint Petersburg in Russia. 
VIETNAM 🇻🇳 BOXING IS GOING GLOBAL 👊 👊 
Nguyễn Văn Hải 6-2 Khurshidbek Rasuljonov 7-0
More news on this blockbuster coming soon.

Vietnam Boxing Organization always strives to create fantastic opportunities for Vietnam's athletes here and overseas !

#vietnamboxingorganization #vspboxing #VSPPromotions #vsppro #vbo
THE HANOI HITMAN - NEXT STOP RUSSIA
July 10, 2024

THE HANOI HITMAN - NEXT STOP RUSSIA

🇻🇳 Vietnam legend Nguyễn Văn Hải is officially headed to Russia after receiving his air tickets and visa today. The Hanoi Hitman will be accompanied by Coach Alejandro Belonguel to Saint Petersburg, where Hai will take on unbeaten Uzbekistan champion Khurshidbek Rasuljonov. 
Big thanks to the Vietnam Boxing Organization for creating a pathway for Vietnamese boxers to compete in prestigious international events such as this.

#vietnamboxingorganization #boxingvietnam #VSPPromotions #webthethao #Quickom #vbo #vspboxing
TO RUSSIA WITH LOVE
June 13, 2024

TO RUSSIA WITH LOVE

Vietnam going global.
Nguyễn Văn Hải heads to Saint Petersburg Russia next month to take on Uzbekistan national champ and unbeaten monster Khurshidbek Rasuljonov. 

Hai's morning greetings to his opponent :
"Enjoy your cornflakes. 
We will meet soon my friend ! "
NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI JULY 23 SAINT PETERSBURG
June 1, 2024

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI JULY 23 SAINT PETERSBURG

The Hanoi Hitman is looking to make up for lost time, and will be back in the ring in Russia this coming July.
The beautiful Baltic city of Saint Petersburg will provide the backdrop to a compelling match up with outstanding Uzbekistan boxer Khurshidbek Rasuljonov (7-0 3KO)
23 year old Rasuljonov is a 3x national champ, a 2x Asian champ, and maintains a flawless professional record.
The bout will be a contested over 8 rounds, and represents another great opportunity for Nguyễn Văn Hải to make his mark abroad. 
The Hanoi boxer has no opportunity to shine in his home country of Vietnam unfortunately, where professional boxing appears to be in freefall right now.
WBO ORIENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP THIS WEEK
May 13, 2024

WBO ORIENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP THIS WEEK

Let's find out who is Asia's best Lightweight fighter this Saturday night.

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải (6wins 1 loss) 🇻🇳 takes on the best fighter in China right now 🇨🇳 - Yongquiang Yang (15 wins 0 loss)
The China boy can bang too - he has 12 knockouts on his resume.

Nguyễn Văn Hải v Yongquiang Yang 10 rounds
WBO Oriental Lightweight championship 61kg
Jiagen Sport Centre Xiamen China 
Saturday May 18th
PREPARING FOR THE WBO TITLE MATCH
May 10, 2024

PREPARING FOR THE WBO TITLE MATCH

Nguyễn Văn Hải getting ready for the biggest stage of his career - the WBO Oriental Lightweight championship to be held in Xiamen China next week. 
Vietnam 🇻🇳 legend Nguyễn Văn Hải 6-1 3KO will challenge China 🇨🇳 top rated fighter Yongquiang Yang 15-0 12KO for the prestigious belt. 
The championship match will take place at the Jiagen Sport Center in Xiamen on Saturday May 18th. 

#vietnamboxingorganization #vspboxing #Webthethao #VSPPromotions
9 DAYS OUT !!
May 7, 2024

9 DAYS OUT !!

Nguyễn Văn Hải v Yongquiang Yang 
WBO Global Lightweight Title
Xiamen China Saturday May 18th
Vietnam 🇻🇳 champ v China 🇨🇳 champ !!!!
True romance !!!

#VSPPromotions #vietnamboxingorganization #Webthethao #vspboxing
WBO ORIENTAL LIGHTWEIGHT TITLE
April 21, 2024

WBO ORIENTAL LIGHTWEIGHT TITLE

Xiamen China Saturday 18th May
The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải ready to rock China's best Yongquiang Yang over 10 rounds at Jiagen Sports Arena in Xiamen.
WHAT'S COMING IN 2024 ????
December 29, 2023

WHAT'S COMING IN 2024 ????

While everyone is sleeping off the effects of too much food and beer - some of us are still working !!
Mr. Sang Bum Kim of Cocky Buffalo has been a great supporter to the fight industry and Vietnam boxers this year, and the big news is, he will be doing an iconic International show at Paradise City Korea on January 13th 2024.

This event will highlight three of Vietnam's best professionals - Nguyễn Văn Hải, Tran Van Thao and Dinh Hong Quân. 
These boxers are all booked in for huge bouts with foreign opponents, most notably Nguyễn Văn Hải. The "Hanoi Hitman" will take on Philippines 🇵🇭 star Genesis Servania, a winner of 33 of 36 fights.
Also appearing on the card is a very popular recent visitor to both Vietnam and VSP Gym - 🇧🇼 Botswana’s Moabi Ngaka.  
"The Eagle" will fight in Korea as a prelude to a big event planned for Maun Botswana on March 30th. Vietnam boxers will be represented at this show also.
More exciting developments coming soon.

#CockyBuffalo #vspgym #vietnamboxingorganization #vspboxing #vsppro #boxingvietnam #VSPPromotions #Webthethao #quickom
WBO IN KOREA
December 17, 2023

WBO IN KOREA

Nhà vô địch IBA thế giới Trần Văn Thảo và lão tướng Nguyễn Văn Hải du đấu tại Hàn Quốc

Ba võ sĩ Trần Văn Thảo, Nguyễn Văn Hải và Đinh Hồng Quân sẽ cùng nhau tranh tài trước các đối thủ nước ngoài tại sự kiện quyền anh chuyên nghiệp diễn ra ở Incheon, Hàn Quốc.
Cụ thể, sự kiện mà ba võ sĩ Việt Nam sẽ tham gia tranh tài là sự kiện do Cocky Buffalo tổ chức với tâm điểm là ba trận đấu tranh đai và bảo vệ đai vô địch.
Cuộc đối đầu chính của sự kiện là trận bảo vệ đai vô địch WBO Global hạng cân Minimumweight của nhà vô địch người Trung Quốc Dianxing Zhu (11-1, 10 KOs) trước đại diện đến từ Philippines Richard Garde (8-1, 7 KOs). Trước đó, tại sự kiện quyền Anh WBO Global Title Match diễn ra ở Bà Rịa Vũng Tàu tháng 11 vừa qua, nhà vô địch người Trung Quốc đã bảo vệ thành chiếc đai vô địch của mình khi đánh bại võ sĩ thách đấu từ Thái Lan Sanchai Yotboon.
Hai trận đấu tâm điểm khác của sự kiện là các cuộc so tài cho chiếc đai vô địch WBO Oriental giữa Olimjon Nazarov (28-5, 15 KOs) vs. Wulan Tuoleazi (15-5-2, 7 KOs) ở hạng cân Flyweight và Takahiro Tai (4-1, 4 KOs) vs. Lap Cheong Cheong (10-0, 4 KOs) ở hạng cân Super Flyweight.
Đặc biệt, sự kiện quyền anh chuyên nghiệp diễn ra tại Incheon, Hàn Quốc lần này thu hút được sự quan tâm lớn của người hâm mộ đến từ Việt Nam bởi sự tham gia của các võ sĩ Nguyễn Văn Hải, Trần Văn Thảo và Đinh Hồng Quân.

Lão tướng Nguyễn Văn Hải đang có một năm hoạt động tích cực khi liên tiếp tham gia các sự kiện quyền anh lớn nhỏ cả trong nước lẫn quốc tế. Lần gần nhất thượng đài tại sự kiện boxing quốc tế WBO Global Prelude, lão tướng của Việt Nam chỉ mất chưa tới 12 giây để hạ gục võ sĩ người Bangladesh Abdul Motalib.
Mặt khác, nhà vô địch IBA thế giới Trần Văn Thảo cũng không hề kém cạnh người đàn anh khi đã có một năm 2023 thành công. Trần Văn Thảo đã đánh bại võ sĩ người Mexico giàu kinh nghiệm Kenbun Torres trong lần tái xuất ở sự kiện quyền Anh WBO Global Title Match để nâng thành tích chuyên nghiệp của mình lên con số 16-1 ấn tượng. 

#cockybuffalo #vietnamboxingorganization #vsppromotions #webthethao #vspboxing #quickom #boxingvietnam
HANOI "HITMAN" IN KOREA "MEGA FIGHT"
December 9, 2023

HANOI "HITMAN" IN KOREA "MEGA FIGHT"

Vietnam's #1 boxer Nguyễn Văn Hải has shot up the rankings since going pro, so fast in fact, that he has been offered a fight in Korea next month against a world class opponent. 
A multiple national champion in the amateurs, Nguyễn Văn Hải has won 5 of 6 since going pro - and has been extremely impressive since doing so.
The lone blemish for the VSP boxer was a loss to star Philippines lightweight Jerald Into, an unbeaten 9-0 southpaw who Hải faced after more than two years out of the ring. 
Nguyễn Văn Hải caused a media sensation at his most recent performance, knocking out an unbeaten foreign boxer with his very first punch. Bangladesh boxer Abdul Mottalib was the victim of an overhand right, and suffered his first loss in 9 fights at the hands of the ruthless Vietnam champion. 
The "Hanoi Hitman" will star for Vietnam 🇻🇳 at a huge international event to be held at the Paradise City Casino on January 13th, with news on his opponent and fight card coming soon. 
Nguyễn Văn Hải will be in Ho Chi Minh City on December 23rd, where he will perform a 6 round exhibition at VSP PRO in preparation for the big match in Korea.
More updates coming soon.

#vspgym #vietnamboxingorganization #vspboxing #quickom #VSPPromotions #vbo #Webthethao #vsppro
NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI WARM UP BOUT DECEMBER 23
December 5, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI WARM UP BOUT DECEMBER 23

The "Hanoi Hitman" will return to VSP PRO this month, in advance of a major fight scheduled for Korea on January 13th. 
Nguyễn Văn Hải is currently ranked pound for pound #1 in Vietnam, and it is expected that he will take on a world ranked opponent at the Paradise City Hotel and Casino in Incheon next month.
It is always a treat to see this Vietnam legend fight live, and it's a major coup for VSP PRO 11 to host an exhibition bout for the Hitman Hải on Saturday December 23rd. 
And for those who have not been lucky enough to have experienced it before - a word of advice.
Do not miss your chance to see this Vietnam champion in the flesh !

#vietnamboxingorganization #vspboxing #Webthethao #vsppro #quickom #boxingvietnam #VSPPromotions #vbo
VSP PRO 11
December 4, 2023

VSP PRO 11

Don't miss the final show of the year !
Special appearance by Nguyễn Văn Hải in an exhibition bout.
BOTSWANA BOXER TO RETURN TO HCMC
December 3, 2023

BOTSWANA BOXER TO RETURN TO HCMC

VSP PRO 11 is set to be the biggest and best of the year !
There are soooo many talented boxers that were itching to fight, so expect to see a huge card on December 23 (at this stage, we have at least 12 fights !)
And of special interest to boxing fans will be the return to Vietnam of Moabi Ngaka (pictured) - a recent winner at the Ho Tram RUMBLE in Vung Tau. 
Moabi is a former youth champ in his native Botswana, and it's likely that he will perform a 6 round spar with Vietnam legend Nguyễn Văn Hải (who is a heavier weight class boxer)
Both fighters will use the VSP PRO show as a much needed "hit out" before heading to Korea for big fights at Paradise City on January 13th.

More news on the VSP PRO 11 fight card coming soon. 

#vietnamboxingorganization #vspboxing #Webthethao #vsppro #quickom #boxingvietnam #VSPPromotions #vbo
NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI IS TOP OF THE CHARTS !
December 1, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI IS TOP OF THE CHARTS !

It's no secret that Vietnam has plenty of boxing talent, and the industry's record keeper BoxRec has a unique algorithm that ranks boxers overall and in their respective weight classes.
BoxRec also compute a pound for pound list, and whilst these always open for intetesting debate, here is their latest compilation for Vietnam. 
And there are some great names in that list - most especially Nguyễn Văn Hải, the King Truong Dinh Hoang and Vietnam's best known pro "Trigger" Tran Van Thao.
Congratulations to all of the Vietnam boxers that have worked so hard to make it onto the professional stage, and to BoxRec for publishing their achievements. 
Vietnam 🇻🇳 now has more than 100 accredited professional boxers - AND GROWING !!!!!
Nguyễn Văn Hải  against Vũ Thành Đạt & Đàm Ngọc Đức
October 28, 2023

Nguyễn Văn Hải against Vũ Thành Đạt & Đàm Ngọc Đức

VSP PRO #9: Nguyễn Văn Hải đã có 6 hiệp đấu giao hữu vô cùng quan trọng với hai tay đấm thuộc đội tuyển Boxing Quốc gia, Vũ Thành Đạt và Đàm Ngọc Đức, trải nghiệm này sẽ giúp Văn Hải chuẩn bị cho trận tranh đai vào tháng 12 tới, dự kiến sẽ kéo dài trong 8 tới 10 hiệp đấu.

#webthethao #vsp #boxing #vsppro #vsppro9

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI EYES KOREAN FIGHT
August 10, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI EYES KOREAN FIGHT

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải has looked unstoppable in 2023, and he isn't finished just yet !

His most recent performance at the Grand Ho Tram was simply devastating, scoring a first punch knockout of the unbeaten 6-0 Abdul Mottalib.

His run of good form has attracted the attention of South Korean promoters, who want to test the Vietnam boxer against their own this coming October.

Nguyễn Văn Hải previously visited South Korea in 2018, when he impressively won an exhibition event in Seoul.

"The Korean boxers are always in great condition and are very brave. They have a big heart. It is an honour to fight them".

More news coming soon.

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI READY TO MAKE WEIGHT
July 15, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI READY TO MAKE WEIGHT

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải is now  in Ho Tram and looks in great shape for today's weigh in.

Hai is pictured with Papua New Guinea fighter Junior Kauko Raka, who will also fight at the big international event tomorrow night in Vung Tau.

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI 12 SECONDS KNOCKOUT
July 17, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI 12 SECONDS KNOCKOUT

*story courtesy VN Express

It took former national boxing champion Nguyen Van Hai just 12 seconds to take down the on-form Abdul Motalib of Bangladesh at the international boxing event WBO Global Prelude.

Before the lightweight (61 kg) fight on Saturday night, Mottalib was in great form with five consecutive wins, including two victories by knockout. Hai, who has won the national championship for 14 consecutive times, also had five wins in six professional fights.

At the official weigh-in before the fight in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province that borders HCMC, Mottalib tried to provoke Hai by standing in front of him and blocking his view during the press conference. But Hai kept his composure.

There was not much to say about the fight as 12 seconds in, Hai threw a powerful and staggering right hook that immediately floored Motalib. The referee stopped the fight and gave a knockout win to Hai. This is his third knockout win after seven professional fights.

OFTEN WHEN IT RAINS, IT POURS  !!
July 15, 2023

OFTEN WHEN IT RAINS, IT POURS  !!

The rain was hitting the roof hard at The Grand Ho Tram in Vietnam last night.

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải drops an ATOMIC BOMB !!!

FIGHT IS ON!
July 14, 2023

FIGHT IS ON!

Unbeaten Bangladesh boxer Abdul Mottalib (5-0) casts a confident stare down to Vietnam champion Nguyễn Văn Hải (5-1) at yesterday's weigh in at Vũng Tàu Vietnam.

These are the co-main event boxers in a big international card to be held at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino tonight.

The iconic show in Vietnam is sold out, and will have added historical significance.

The heads of regulatory commissions from Japan, the Philippines, China and South Korea will be in attendance, after signing co-operation agreements with the Vietnam Boxing Organization to further this great sport in the region.

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POSTCARDS FROM THE GRAND HO TRAM
June 29, 2023

POSTCARDS FROM THE GRAND HO TRAM

Some snapshots from the December event in Vietnam. Some great fights that night.

Big event coming this July 15th.

Mark John Yap will be back, also Nguyễn Văn Hải and a special appearance from Papua New Guinea  hard man Junior Kauko Raka.

VIETNAM MEETS BANGLADESH !!
June 28, 2023

VIETNAM MEETS BANGLADESH !!

Nguyễn Văn Hải đối đầu võ sĩ bí ẩn tại sự kiện Boxing nhà nghề WBO Global Prelude

Liên tiếp thượng đài để hướng tới mục tiêu tranh đai, Nguyễn Văn Hải sẽ chạm trán một đối thủ đặc biệt ít thông tin ở trận đấu tại WBO Global Prelude sắp tới.

Theo lịch trình đã được công bố, tay đấm Nguyễn Văn Hải sẽ có trận đấu chuyên nghiệp thứ ba trong năm 2023 ở sự kiện WBO Global Prelude vào ngày 16 tháng 7. Tại đây, anh sẽ chạm trán võ sĩ người Bangladesh - Abdul Mottalib, trận đấu diễn ra trong vòng 8 hiệp ở hạng cân 61kg.

Về cơ bản, Abdul Mottalib không được đánh giá quá cao so với Nguyễn Văn Hải khi võ sĩ này chỉ xếp hạng 1022 thế giới, kém xa so với cấp độ 2 sao cùng vị trí 152 thế giới của Nguyễn Văn Hải. Thành tích 5 trận toàn thắng của Mottalib cũng đều diễn ra tại quê nhà Bangladesh khi anh chưa đối đầu tay đấm nào thực sự đáng chú ý. Trái lại, những thông tin ít ỏi cũng tạo ra phần nào khó khăn trong việc tìm hiểu về đối thủ của Văn Hải.

Dù vậy, đối với Nguyễn Văn Hải, đây vẫn là một trận đấu quan trọng nếu anh muốn đạt đủ điều kiện tham gia một trận tranh đai khu vực, đó chính là có được chuỗi thắng liên tiếp trong thời gian sớm nhất.

Sau hai chiến thắng khá dễ dàng trước Paisal Panjaitan tại Fortunes of War (12/2022) và Hà Minh Tuấn tại VSP Pro 3 (3/2023), Nguyễn Văn Hải đã đánh bại đối thủ người Trung Quốc - Tô Tiểu Đào trong sự kiện hồi tháng 4 tại Hồ Tràm, Vũng Tàu. Chiến thắng trước tay đấm từng giành dan hiệu IBO-WBO Phương Đông đã giúp Nguyễn Văn Hải nhảy vọt trên bảng xếp hạng thế giới, mở đường cho cơ hội tranh đai.

Trong trận đấu kéo dài 8 hiệp tại WBO Global Prelude, Nguyễn Văn Hải sẽ phải tìm ra lối đánh của Abdul Mottalib, đưa ra đấu pháp thích hợp và đặc biệt là đảm bảo an toàn tối đa cho bản thân, để có thể chuẩn bị phong độ tốt nhất cho những mục tiêu cuối năm.

Bên cạnh trận đấu giữa Nguyễn Văn Hải và Abdul Mottalib, tại WBO Global Prelude, võ sĩ Sẳm Minh Phát của Việt Nam sẽ xuất hiện trong trận đấu chính của sự kiện ngày 16 tháng 7 tới đây, khi anh đối đầu với võ sĩ người Trung Quốc DianXing Zhu. Dựa trên kế hoạch được công bố, Minh Phát và DianXing Zhu sẽ đối đầu ở hạng cân light-flyweight (49kg) để giành suất tranh danh hiệu WBO Global.

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI LOOKING FOR KO IN HO TRAM
June 21, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI LOOKING FOR KO IN HO TRAM

The "Hanoi Hitman" Nguyễn Văn Hải will join the Philippines Mark John Yap in a quality international event in Vietnam on July 15th.

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino will host the show, and will be showcase boxers from Korea, Philippines, Indonesia, China, Russia, Bangladesh, Mongolia and of course, Vietnam.

This will be the third appearance for the Vietnam legend, and after two previous wins against strong fighters, he is optimistic about his chances.

"Hải thinks three is a lucky number !

My opponent is unbeaten, and I look forward to the challenge. But I believe in my power, and it is my plan to go for the kill !"

Mark John Yap will also be of big interest on this card, as will former Philippines visitor Junior Kauko Raka, who ironically faced Yap at very short notice in late 2022.

Some great fights are planned for this event in Ho Tram Vietnam on Saturday July 15th.

Fight card announcements coming soon.

MARK JOHN YAP  - BIG NEWS COMING SOON
June 8, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP  - BIG NEWS COMING SOON

Vietnam  - here we come !

The Yap Attack and Head Coach Jetro Pabustan are headed to Ho Tram Vietnam this July, as they look to reinforce the stocks of Mark John Yap on the world scene.

It is expected that the Philippines star will appear on an all international event, and will fight a young top rated fighter from the Middle East.

Familiar faces to VSP followers, Nguyễn Văn Hải and Junior Kauko Raka, will also compete on the Cocky Buffalo show.

Mark John Yap will return to Manila from CDO for sparring in 10 days time, on the back of an impressive exhibition performance in Ho Chi Minh City late last month.

More news breaking soon.

VIETNAM IRON MAN HEADED FOR HO TRAM
June 5, 2023

VIETNAM IRON MAN HEADED FOR HO TRAM

The "Hanoi Hitman" Nguyễn Văn Hải has been short listed for a big international card that is expected to light up The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino next month.

Hải improved his record to 5-1 with a boisterous win over the high ranked Chinese Xiao Tao Su, and in doing so, became Vietnam's #1 Lightweight performer.

The event at Ho Tram will include boxers from various countries, and is confirmed to include the Philippines Mark John Yap and Papua New Guinea's Junior Kauko Raka.The promoter Cocky Buffalo is also in talks with Vietnam's best performed professional "Trigger" Tran Van Thao about competing on this card.

The Grand Ho Tram international boxing event has been set down for July 15th.

Updates soon.

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI - A JOURNEY FROM VSPPRO TO WBO STAR
May 3, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI - A JOURNEY FROM VSPPRO TO WBO STAR

Đăng ký tham gia VSPPRO ngay hôm nay để biến giấc mơ boxing chuyên nghiêp của bạn thành sự thật. No pain no gain, không có gì là không thể, chỉ cần thực sự cố gắng và kiên trì, bạn sẽ có cơ hội được tranh tài với những boxer hàng đầu VietNam, cũng như dành được cơ hội thi đấu chuyên nghiệp cùng với những boxer hàng khủng của đấu trường boxing chuyên nghiệp quốc tế. Hãy cùng #VSPboxing tạo nên di sãn cho bản thân cũng như nâng tầm boxing chuyên nghiệp VietNam sánh vai cùng các cường quốc boxing trên thế giới.

Come join with us and prove yourself to the WORLD !

#VSPPRO #VSPboxing

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Nguyễn Văn Hải thắng cao thủ Trung Quốc
April 23, 2023

Nguyễn Văn Hải thắng cao thủ Trung Quốc

BÀ RỊA - VŨNG TÀU

Võ sĩ Nguyễn Văn Hải bất ngờ thắng cao thủ Trung Quốc Su Xiao Tao bằng điểm trọng tài tại sự kiện quyền Anh quốc tế WBO Chapter 3.

Màn so găng giữa Văn Hải với Su ở hạng Light Weight được quan tâm nhất trong loạt sáu trận của sự kiện quyền Anh quốc tế tại The Grand Ho Tram Strip tối 22/4.

Văn Hải từng sáu lần vô địch quốc gia, nhưng vẫn bị đánh giá thấp hơn Su - tay đấm nổi tiếng của Trung Quốc từng giữ hai đai vô địch IBO Châu Á Thái Bình Dương và đai WBO Châu Á hạng cân Super Featherweight. Võ sĩ Trung Quốc cũng dày dạn kinh nghiệm hơn khi thắng 11 trong 13 trận chuyên nghiệp, trong đó có 6 trận thắng bằng knock-out. Văn Hải mới có bốn chiến thắng, trong đó có một bằng knock-out, qua 5 trận chuyên nghiệp.

Hai võ sĩ đều nhập cuộc thận trọng và chỉ tung ra các pha tấn công thăm dò. Văn Hải chủ động hơn trong di chuyển cũng như tung ra những đòn đấm thẳng. Phải đến cuối hiệp một, hai võ sĩ mới có một số pha ra đòn đáng chú ý.

Sang hiệp hai, Văn Hải tung ra những đòn móc sở trường rất nặng. Đáp trả lại, Su thể hiện đẳng cấp bằng một combo đòn nhuần nhuyễn và hiệu quả vào người đối thủ. Võ sĩ người Trung Quốc chủ động di chuyển áp sát, nhưng sớm phải nhận liên tiếp những pha trả đòn rất nặng vào đầu từ Văn Hải.

Với kinh nghiệm từng giúp bản thân giành hai đai vô địch châu Á, Su liên tục dồn ép Văn Hải vào dây đài. Sang hiệp ba, võ sĩ Trung Quốc ra một đòn đấm nặng trúng đầu, khiến Văn Hải choáng váng. Thế trận sau đó trở nên khá cân bằng và nặng tính chiến thuật.

Bước vào hiệp bốn, Su liên tiếp ra đòn tốc độ, nhưng Văn Hải di chuyển tốt, tránh được hầu hết các đòn thế từ đối phương. Dù vậy, võ sĩ của Trung Quốc vẫn tỏ ra nhỉnh hơn trong hiệp đấu này nhờ lối đánh khôn ngoan và kinh nghiệm.

Ở các hiệp đấu tiếp theo, Su vẫn giữ thế chủ động để gây sức ép. Nhưng dưới sự cổ vũ cuồng nhiệt của khán giả nhà, Văn Hải lên tinh thần, phản đồn mạnh mẽ với một loạt cú đấm chất lượng trong hiệp bảy. Võ sĩ Việt Nam giữ đà này để chơi tốt ở hiệp cuối, và được xử thắng bằng điểm trọng tài hai trong ba trọng tài chấm Văn Hải.

Bên cạnh chiến thắng của Văn Hải, võ sĩ 26 tuổi Phạm Hữu Thương cũng có màn trình diễn ấn tượng trước đối thủ Trung Quốc Zeng Yujie ở hạng Super Flyweight. Trước trận đấu này, Hữu Thương bị đánh giá thấp hơn khi Zeng có gần 30 trận chuyên nghiệp, trong đó có 11 chiến thắng và ba trong số đó là thắng knock-out.

Võ sĩ Việt Nam nhập cuộc tự tin, tận dụng ưu thế về sải tay và chiều cao để tung ra những đòn đấm thẳng rất tốt. Ngược lại, Zengh phòng thủ rất chặt chẽ và có được một số đòn móc trái phản công khá lợi hại. Hai võ sĩ liên tục phô diễn kỹ thuật bằng những đòn tấn công đa dạng suốt trận so tài. Chung cuộc, trọng tài chấm điểm hòa cho cả hai võ sĩ.

Ở trận đấu khác, Song Chan Ho (Hàn Quốc) thắng knock-out Min Saeng Bak (Thái Lan) sau năm hiệp ở hạng Super Lightweight. Võ sĩ 17 tuổi mang hai dòng máu Việt Nam và Hàn Quốc Lee Ju Yeong (mẹ là người Việt) thua knock-out trước Bayarkhuu Ganbaatar (Mông Cổ) trong hiệp đầu.

Kim Gun (Hàn Quốc) thắng điểm Tenorio Romeo (Philippines) sau sáu hiệp. Một đại diện khác đến từ lò Cocky Buffalo, Mikhail Lesnikov (Nga) thắng điểm trước đối thủ người Trung Quốc Zhang Xian Hai.

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI WINS MAJORITY DECISION
April 22, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI WINS MAJORITY DECISION

76-76  77-75  77-75

Nguyễn Văn Hải beats Xiao Tao Su of China who was previously WBO Asia Champion!

Video: https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotions/videos/791534922351276/

PRE FIGHT NERVES?  NAH  WE COOL !!!!
April 22, 2023

PRE FIGHT NERVES? NAH WE COOL !!!!

Nguyễn Văn Hải and Team Manny coach Thinh in the room just moments before the big fight with Chinese champ Xiao Tao Su.

Credit also to coach Alejandro Belonguel from VSP Boxing Gym, who was a great cornerman, but somehow missed the photo opportunity  !

LOOK WHO JUST WENT NUMBER ONE !!
April 27, 2023

LOOK WHO JUST WENT NUMBER ONE !!

Congrats

to VSP boy Nguyễn Văn Hải for a polished performance in Ho Tram against the Chinese power puncher Xiao Tao Su on Saturday.

The win propelled the Hanoi Hitman to Vietnam #1, and jumped him over almost 500 other boxers in world rankings.

The Vietnam fighter has always been one of the best known in the amateur scene, and is now finally getting to make up for lost time in the professional ranks.

SUAREZ v NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI   FULL FIGHT
April 24, 2023

SUAREZ v NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI FULL FIGHT

Take a trip down memory lane !

Hanoi Vietnam October 2019, and last night's big winner Nguyễn Văn Hải fights an exhibition bout with world title mandatory Charly Suarez.

Cracking bout showcasing two of Asia's best !!!

https://youtu.be/_rcPFuJbQts

Van Hai Wins! - Vietnam Star on the Rise
April 23, 2023

Van Hai Wins! - Vietnam Star on the Rise

Van Hai, stepped into the ring this Saturday at the grand Ho Tram, to show the world again why he is called the Hanoi Hitman.

Representing Vietnam against China's Xiao Tao Su in the international line up, Van Hai won by majority decision: 76-76  77-75  77-75

Full Fight Stream - WBO Youth Title - Grand Ho Tram - 22 April
April 22, 2023

Full Fight Stream - WBO Youth Title - Grand Ho Tram - 22 April

The WBO youth Youth Title match was a night full of excitement.

Watch the full event stream here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EQcQu9xAMo

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI MAKES WEIGHT AT HO TRAM
April 21, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI MAKES WEIGHT AT HO TRAM

VSP champ Nguyễn Văn Hải had no troubles making today's "catchweight" for tomorrow's big event in Vung Tau.

Nguyễn Văn Hải 60.2kg was just slightly in advance of opponent Xiao Tao Su 60.1kg for at the weigh-in for their 10 round clash tomorrow.

Former national champion Hải (4-1) will have his hands full with his more credentialed Chinese rival (11-2) and a two times regional belt winner.

VSP BOY TAKES ON THE MIGHT OF CHINA
April 16, 2023

VSP BOY TAKES ON THE MIGHT OF CHINA

VSP strong man Nguyễn Văn Hải "the Hanoi Hitman" takes on China's rising star Xiao Tao "the Sadist" Su next Saturday at Ho Tram Vietnam.

Despite the greater experience of his Chinese rival (11-2), Nguyễn Văn Hải was upbeat :

"Every opportunity to fight is a blessing for me. I like to show my skills, and now that I am learning the differences of professional boxing, I also like to show my power.

I have had many fights in different sports, also in amateur boxing. I know to respect all opponents, because they have trained hard to win also. But I also know how to be ruthless, and the China fighter will find out next Saturday what it feels like to face a Vietnam fighter. I wish him good luck! "

HITMAN VOWS TO PUNISH CHINESE RIVAL
April 14, 2023

HITMAN VOWS TO PUNISH CHINESE RIVAL

Nguyễn Văn Hải is revered as perhaps the most experienced multi discipline fighter in Vietnam  - but he also lays claims to being pound for pound the strongest !

A man with a passion for physical fitness, Nguyễn Văn Hải went for close to three years without a boxing match, all the time training young pupils in Hanoi in various fight techniques. But a return to the ring last year in Manila against Jerald Into rekindled his love for the sport, and he has since scored two impressive pro wins.

VSP Boxing star Hải will be fighting the main undercard bout  in Ho Tram Vietnam next weekend,  and will be joined by young Philippines prospect Romeo "Yong" Tenorio, who gets his first taste of competition on foreign soil.

Nguyễn Văn Hải (4-1) takes on resuming top Chinese prospect Xiao Tao Su (11-2) over 8 rounds in what should be a thriller.

Asked his feelings on the bout, Hải was very enthusiastic:

" I am very excited to be able to do what I love once more. Each match for me is a gift.

I respect all opponents, but I plan to give him a welcome to Vietnam that the fans will love !

I know I will hurt him and plan to finish him "

Nguyễn Văn Hải v Xiao Tao Su (China)

8 rounds  Lightweight 61kg

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino Vietnam

Saturday April 22nd

VIETNAM BOXING SATURDAY APRIL 22ND
April 11, 2023

VIETNAM BOXING SATURDAY APRIL 22ND

The Philippines Romeo Tenorio Jr takes on the South Korean master blaster Gun Kim.

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải meets outstanding Chinese boxer Xiao Tao Su in what will definitely be no place for the faint hearted !

Lots of great international fight action in Vung Tau Vietnam this month  !!

WBO Youth Title Match, 22nd April and the Grand Ho Tram
April 6, 2023

WBO Youth Title Match, 22nd April and the Grand Ho Tram

The fight card has been released!

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino

Saturday April 22nd

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI AND JERALD INTO GET IT ON
April 7, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI AND JERALD INTO GET IT ON

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải is back April 22nd at Vung Tau !!

Philippines Romeo Tenorio will also appear on this card at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino.

This is a clip from last year in Manila, where Hai took on hot unbeaten Lightweight prospect Jerald Into.

It was  the Vietnam boxer's first time to see a boxing ring in more than 2 years, but it turned out to be a quality bout.

Hai has won both follow up engagements since this match, and is now 4-1 in the pro ranks.

WAR OF THE WORLDS IN VIETNAM THIS MONTH
April 4, 2023

WAR OF THE WORLDS IN VIETNAM THIS MONTH

Vietnam's Nguyễn Văn Hải and the Philippines Romeo Tenorio take on international opponents at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino on April 22nd.

HO TRAM VIETNAM BOUTS THIS APRIL 22
April 2, 2023

HO TRAM VIETNAM BOUTS THIS APRIL 22

Philippines boxer Romeo Tenorio is rumoured to fight in Vietnam this month, with a bout against South Korean Gun Kim in the offing. The match will be in the 115 lb class, and will be Tenorio's first since October last year, when he beat Julias Bala by unanimous decision. Gun Kim is a fighter of promise, with a 2 win 1 loss career record.

Vietnam's most experienced fighter Nguyễn Văn Hải is set to take on China's Yongcai Liu in the Lightweight 61kg category.

The VSP Boxing star from Hanoi has won 4 bouts since turning professional, and is hoping a win against his Chinese opponent will fast track him in the rankings.

Yongcai Liu is a winner of 6 fights, but has not been active since the pandemic,  so it will be interesting to see what level he is at. The Chinese boxer showed a lot of ability earlier in his career, where Top Rank sponsored him to go to America and learn with their boxers and training staff.

The match will be over 8 rounds and will be the main undercard at The Grand Ho Tram on Saturday April 22nd.

Here is Nguyễn Văn Hải's last fight at Ho Tram in December 2022, where he knocked out unbeaten Indonesian Paisal Panjaitan.

Nguyễn Văn Hải thắng điểm
March 25, 2023

Nguyễn Văn Hải thắng điểm

63,5kg: Nguyễn Văn Hải thắng bằng tính điểm đồng thuận trước Hà Minh TuấnTrận so găng thú vị giữa những tay đấm ở hai thế hệ. Nguyễn Văn Hải là tay đấm cựu trào từng vô địch quốc gia nhiều năm và giành huy chương quốc tế. Còn Hà Minh Tuấn đến từ Hanoi Boxing Academy từng giành HCB giải các CLB, HCV giải trẻ và thắng 1 trận ở sự kiện VSP Pro.Trận đấu này rất được chờ đợi nhưng thực tế trên ring Văn Hải đã nhanh chóng tỏ rõ bản lĩnh kinh nghiệm dày dạn và sức nặng cú đấm vượt trội đàn em. Một đòn đấm vòng tay phải uy lực của Văn Hải và serie đòn ngay sau đó tưởng như đã kết liễu trận đấu ngay trong hiệp 1.Cũng phải dành cho Minh Tuấn lời khen khi tay đấm trẻ từ Hà Nội đã trụ vững thêm 2 hiệp đấu dù bị đàn anh dồn ép và liên tục hứng đòn từ những cú móc, jab và body-shot như búa bổ của Văn Hải. Bước sang hiệp cuối cùng, Minh Tuấn có thêm 2 tình huống jab và đấm vòng ấn tượng, nhưng sự chênh lệch vẫn nghiêng hẳn về Văn Hải.Chiến thắng bằng tính điểm đồng thuận cho tay đấm 35 tuổi Văn Hải. Theo tiết lộ ở cuộc phỏng vấn sau trận, Văn Hải sẽ nỗ lực tập luyện để chuẩn bị cho 1 trận tranh đai vô địch vào cuối năm nay.

Nguyễn Văn Hải: A Real "Hit" at VSP PRO
March 21, 2023

Nguyễn Văn Hải: A Real "Hit" at VSP PRO

Vietnam has recently seen the emergence of some great fighters, and Nguyen Van Hai is undoubtedly one of the greatest among them. The "Hanoi Hitman" is set to grace the ring once again, this time at VSP PRO #3 in HCMC. Fans are eagerly waiting for his showdown with promising young northern boxer Ha Minh Tuan, who has already made a mark with an impressive debut win in February at VSP PRO #2.

Nguyen Van Hai is a force to be reckoned with, and his appearance at Fortunes of War in Ho Tram last December was a testament to that fact. In a dominating performance, stopping unbeaten Indonesian prospect Paisal Panjaitan.

It's not just his impressive win record that makes him stand out, but his boxing skills and style that sets him apart from the rest. He has a deadly combination of speed, agility, and power that make him a dangerous opponent for anyone who dares to face him in the ring.

His upcoming bout at VSP PRO is a testament to his dedication and hard work. Fans are eagerly waiting to see him in action once again, and with his impressive track record, it's hard not to feel excited.

Nguyen Van Hai is a true icon in the world of Vietnamese boxing, and his legacy will undoubtedly continue for many years to come.

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MARK JOHN YAP -  FULL FIGHT (VIETNAM)
July 25, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP -  FULL FIGHT (VIETNAM)

**Courtesy of Cocky Buffalo Promotions

Cagayan de Oro son Mark John Yap dominates before a third round stoppage over Bangladesh boxer Hasan Sikdar.

Elorde boxer Yap was originally scheduled to fight a high level opponent here at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino, but injuries and other fight card changes meant that featherweight Sikdar stepped up at short notice.

Great job by the Bangladesh boxer to survive early, but Yap's relaxed ring control had his rival constantly on the back foot and under a lot of pressure.

Watch for the change of gears in round three when Trainer Jetro Pabustan tells Yap to put the foot down on the accelerator and put an end to it.

ENJOY  !

https://youtu.be/cJvFDRfgDeQ

#cockybuffalopromotions #vbo #proboxing #vietnamboxing

WE'VE GOT A FIGHT IN YOKOHAMA JAPAN
July 24, 2023

WE'VE GOT A FIGHT IN YOKOHAMA JAPAN

Philippines Ronnie Baldonado just made weight for his Inoue Fulton undercard bout in Japan.

Ronnie Baldonado 53.3kg    16-4

Yoshiki Takei 53.9kg               6-0

Best of luck to both fighters.

BALDONADO IN JAPAN ON INOUE UNDERCARD
July 23, 2023

BALDONADO IN JAPAN ON INOUE UNDERCARD

Ronnie Baldonado and trainer Jetro Pabustan have touched down in Tokyo in advance of Tuesday night's mega clash between Naoya Inoue and Stephen Fulton.

Baldonado, who many remember for giving Wonder Boy Carl Jammes Martin a torrid battle, takes on unbeaten Yoshiki Takei (6-0)

Takei is a bona fide killer - all 6 wins have come by knockout, but Baldonado is a mad dog with plenty of firepower of his own.

The match will take place at Ariake Arena in "the Monster" Inoue's hometown of Yokohama.

"VSP PRO" VIETNAM COMING THIS SATURDAY
July 23, 2023

"VSP PRO" VIETNAM COMING THIS SATURDAY

Watch it here live !

Venue: VSP Gym 147 Đ. Nguyễn Du, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

Saturday July 29th    Start : 6pm

BOXING IS A BEAUTIFUL ART FORM
July 22, 2023

BOXING IS A BEAUTIFUL ART FORM

Congratulations

to VSP PRO boxing girl Ngo Ngọc Linh Chi who just picked up Gold in the National Youth tournament.

Linh Chi won the 48kg category for 17-18 years, and despite it being a talent laden weight class, she showed some really good skills that complemented her signature high workrate style of boxing.

The Hanoi based fighter showed huge potential with her successful debut at VSP PRO in February,  and it appears the sky is the limit for Ngo Ngọc Linh Chi.

Pretty to watch !

#vsppromotions #vsppro #boxingvietnam #vspboxing

"VSP PRO"  HO CHI MINH CITY VIETNAM
July 22, 2023

"VSP PRO"  HO CHI MINH CITY VIETNAM

Bout 1 - Super Lightweight 63.5kg

Trần Tấn Quang Đạo v Nguyễn Khắc Dũng

Saturday July 29th   Starts 6pm

VSP BOXING GYM

147 Đ. Nguyễn Du, Phường Bến Thành, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh

LAMPTEY SHOULD BEWARE "THE BEAST"
July 21, 2023

LAMPTEY SHOULD BEWARE "THE BEAST"

Philippines veteran champion Richard Pumicpic was tagged with the moniker "The Beast" from earliest days :

"a kind of savage supernatural figure, but mostly he symbolizes the violence that potentially exists in the heart of every human."

And that is during the war. Afterwards, Pumicpic is all smiles.

The well traveled Richard Pumicpic will meet the outstanding and unbeaten Alfred Lamptey from Ghana this Saturday night in Dubai.

With 12 wins with 8 knockouts, Lamptey is regarded as a real prodigy in African boxing at only 21 years of age.

But does he have the necessary experience and ring guile to dominate a boxer like Pumicpic?

I seriously doubt it, and this hot prospect from Ghana will need to be on full bore once they let the Beast out of his cage this Saturday night.

ARGIE TOQUERO FACES OFF
July 21, 2023

ARGIE TOQUERO FACES OFF

India's Faizan Anwar (15-0) weighed in over at 151lb just now.

The Philippines Argie Toquero (13 wins) jumps a weight class tomorrow and registered 148lb on the scales.

Anwar has a very impressive record, but is yet to fight someone the calibre of an "in form" Toquero, so there is the potential for an upset tomorrow night in Dubai.

The match wiill be held at Dubai Studio City.

PINOYS TURNED DESERT RAIDERS
July 20, 2023

PINOYS TURNED DESERT RAIDERS

If this isn't a quality team of killers, then I don't know what is !!

Hitting the hot sands of Dubai this Saturday are three of the Philippines most experienced and dangerous campaigners - Argie Toquero, Donnie Nietes and Richard Pumicpic  (flanked by team manager Raoul Navarrete)

Toquero and Pumicpic have been on the sidelines of late, but look in outstanding shape, and each take on unbeaten foreign fighters.

Donnie Nietes appears as the main undercard, and will battle Muhammad Waseem (12-2).

The big fights this Saturday night will take place at Dubai Studio City.

Big thanks go to our friend Mujtaba Kamal for setting this up - a big fan of pinoy boxing.

Best of luck champs !

IT'S OFFICIAL !!
July 19, 2023

IT'S OFFICIAL !!

BOXREC AND VBO ARE NOW A TEAM !!

The boxing world's iconic BOXREC is now the official record keeper for all Vietnam Boxing Organization's (VBO) events.

This is a fantastic news for the growth of the professional sport in Vietnam, and it also creates wider opportunities for boxers from around the world.

Events that have VBO regulatory approval will now be fully documented on BoxRec.

Vietnam's promoters and boxers - you can now start your engines  !!

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI READY TO MAKE WEIGHT
July 15, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI READY TO MAKE WEIGHT

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải is now  in Ho Tram and looks in great shape for today's weigh in.

Hai is pictured with Papua New Guinea fighter Junior Kauko Raka, who will also fight at the big international event tomorrow night in Vung Tau.

ELORDE BOYS HEADING TO DUBAI
July 19, 2023

ELORDE BOYS HEADING TO DUBAI

Two of the Philippines best performed boxers prior to the pandemic were Argie Toquero and Richard Pumicpic.

But both of these former world ranked boxers have been devoid of opportunities in recent times, and finally,  THE BOYS ARE BACK !

Toquero and Pumicpic are on the way to Dubai, fighting on a huge international card that also features pinoy champ Donnie Nietes.

Richard Pumicpic appears as the main undercard,  taking on unbeaten African fighter Alfred Lamptey (12-0)

Argie Toquero jumps a weight class, and is pitched against unbeaten Indian Faizan Anwar (15-0)

VSP Promotions can report that despite the enormity of their tasks, Toquero and Pumicpic are in great shape, and are very good chance to cause big upsets in Dubai.

IT'S TIME FOR "REDEMPTION !!!"
July 17, 2023

IT'S TIME FOR "REDEMPTION !!!"

Sunday July 30th  Killer card of fights.

Live from the Flash Grand Ballroom Parañaque.

#vspboxing #boxingvietnam #VSPPromotions #elorde #boxingphilippines

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI 12 SECONDS KNOCKOUT
July 17, 2023

NGUYỄN VĂN HẢI 12 SECONDS KNOCKOUT

*story courtesy VN Express

It took former national boxing champion Nguyen Van Hai just 12 seconds to take down the on-form Abdul Motalib of Bangladesh at the international boxing event WBO Global Prelude.

Before the lightweight (61 kg) fight on Saturday night, Mottalib was in great form with five consecutive wins, including two victories by knockout. Hai, who has won the national championship for 14 consecutive times, also had five wins in six professional fights.

At the official weigh-in before the fight in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province that borders HCMC, Mottalib tried to provoke Hai by standing in front of him and blocking his view during the press conference. But Hai kept his composure.

There was not much to say about the fight as 12 seconds in, Hai threw a powerful and staggering right hook that immediately floored Motalib. The referee stopped the fight and gave a knockout win to Hai. This is his third knockout win after seven professional fights.

AFTER THE ECHOES OF BATTLE ARE SILENT
July 16, 2023

AFTER THE ECHOES OF BATTLE ARE SILENT

Boxers work very hard, but so too do the gentleman that preside over the regulatory frame that keeps our sport vibrant and our fighters as safe as possible.

A big shout out to these four - Vietnam's Lim Song, the Philippines' Richard Clarin, Japan's Tsuyoshi Yasukochi and South Korea's Aaron Jang  - strident men who all share a unified vision of creating more opportunities for athletes in their respective countries.

A notable omission is China's Samson Lu,  who flew back early, but has been an invaluable and encouraging mentor to Vietnam boxing.

Congratulations

to this group. Yes, put your feet up and have a cold beer. It's well deserved  !!

Vietnam will miss you, and look forward to seeing you again and again. !!

#cockybuffalopromotions #TheGrandHoTramStrip #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam #cockybuffalo #vspboxing

OFTEN WHEN IT RAINS, IT POURS  !!
July 15, 2023

OFTEN WHEN IT RAINS, IT POURS  !!

The rain was hitting the roof hard at The Grand Ho Tram in Vietnam last night.

The Hanoi Hitman Nguyễn Văn Hải drops an ATOMIC BOMB !!!

MARK JOHN YAP STUNS IN VIETNAM
July 15, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP STUNS IN VIETNAM

The Philippines Mark John Yap wins with a third round stoppage.

FIGHT IS ON!
July 14, 2023

FIGHT IS ON!

Unbeaten Bangladesh boxer Abdul Mottalib (5-0) casts a confident stare down to Vietnam champion Nguyễn Văn Hải (5-1) at yesterday's weigh in at Vũng Tàu Vietnam.

These are the co-main event boxers in a big international card to be held at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino tonight.

The iconic show in Vietnam is sold out, and will have added historical significance.

The heads of regulatory commissions from Japan, the Philippines, China and South Korea will be in attendance, after signing co-operation agreements with the Vietnam Boxing Organization to further this great sport in the region.

#cockybuffalopromotions #vspboxing #boxingvietnam #cockybuffalo #TheGrandHoTramStrip #VSPPromotions

RAKA TO MAKE VIOLENCE A THING OF BEAUTY
July 15, 2023

RAKA TO MAKE VIOLENCE A THING OF BEAUTY

It's Fight Day in Vietnam.

PRODIGY Junior Kauko Raka is promising to impose the Papua New Guinea fight brand in Vietnam tonight. Raka takes on an imposing task - China's WBO Oriental champion Xiao Tao Su.

Said Raka :

"Just watch tonight. It will be VIOLENT.  

But I promise to all the people, I will make it  a thing of beauty "

MARK JOHN YAP MAKES WEIGHT
July 14, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP MAKES WEIGHT

Philippines Mark "the Journey Man" Yap weighed just inside the 61kg Lightweight limit at today's Vietnam weigh in.

Yap will fight at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino tomorrow night against Hasan Sikder of Bangladesh. He appears on a big international card featuring nine countries, with the two main events showcasing Vietnam champions Nguyễn Văn Hải and Sam Minh Phát.

https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotions/videos/2286202895100626

BREAKING!  PHILIPPINES AND VIETNAM  !
July 14, 2023

BREAKING!  PHILIPPINES AND VIETNAM  !

GAB boss Mr. Richard Clarin and VBO Mr. Lim Song sign an historic cooperation agreement to further professional boxing in Vietnam.

The signing aligns the common goals of both countries to make the sport even greater in the region.

Vietnam are in awe of the rich history of boxing in the Philippines, and their vast experience in administration.

The Vietnam fans love the exciting fight style of pinoys, and see them as an essential component of their international events.

#cockybuffalopromotions #TheGrandHoTramStrip #vspboxing #VSPPromotions #cockybuffalo #boxingvietnam

PAPUA NEW GUINEA MEETS VIETNAM
July 13, 2023

PAPUA NEW GUINEA MEETS VIETNAM

One of the great things about boxing is the people you meet and the friends that you make.

The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino is a huge venue, but you never know who you will bump into !!

Earlier today Papua New Guinea's Junior Kauko Raka met Vietnam's champion Nguyễn Văn Hải while walking the halls. Both boxers have big fights tomorrow night - Raka takes on China's Xiao Tao Su, and Hai meets unbeaten Abdul Mottalib.

Flanking the boxers are Team Raka trainers Nelson John and Ephraim Montoru.

#cockybuffalopromotions #cockybuffalo #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam #TheGrandHoTramStrip #vspboxing

MAGIC MIKE AUDITIONS ?
July 14, 2023

MAGIC MIKE AUDITIONS ?

Looks like it, but no !

It's the trio of Elorde boys Allie Cañega, Erson Trinidad, and Dann Dacles  - ready to rip and tear at the Blow by Blow show tomorrow in Manila.

If looks could kill, these boys will be in jail after tomorrow's event  !

Good luck to all the boxers competing tomorrow.

GAB HEADING TO THE GRAND HO TRAM
July 13, 2023

GAB HEADING TO THE GRAND HO TRAM

There is a big international event in Vietnam this Saturday night, and the Philippines will be proudly represented by a killer by the name of Mark John Yap.

The Vietnam show will also be iconic in the regard of top boxing countries meeting there to discuss the sport and forge cooperation agreements.

GAB Chairman Richard Clarin is flying out this morning, flanked by entourage Jacky and Rex.

The photographer is well known Philippines film star and model Jetro Pabustan.

VSP wishes you all a safe flight and highly successful trip.

PAPUA NEW GUINEA BOYS HIT SAIGON
July 13, 2023

PAPUA NEW GUINEA BOYS HIT SAIGON

Team Raka have arrived in Vietnam, and first stop was VSP Gym in HCMC where they discussed all things boxing.

The team of (from left) Junior Raka, Ephraim Montoru, Martin Liri and Nelson John met with local boss Mr. Lim Song.

Raka will fight on Saturday night against China's Xiao Tao Su  - a former #1 and WBO Oriental champion.

WE'RE HEADED TO THE GRAND HO TRAM
July 12, 2023

WE'RE HEADED TO THE GRAND HO TRAM

Former opponents Mark John Yap and Junior Raka   are now united with a common goal  - to seek and destroy foreign opponents this Saturday night in Vietnam.

The Philippines and Papua New Guinea guns will appear at a big international event to be held at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino in Vũng Tàu.

Their matches will be watched by bosses of Asia's top boxing commissions, including Richard Clarin and some team members from the Games and Amusement Board in the Philippines.

#vspboxing #TheGrandHoTramStrip #cockybuffalo #cockybuffalopromotions #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam

IT'S WHERE ALL THE BEST FIGHTERS GO
July 11, 2023

IT'S WHERE ALL THE BEST FIGHTERS GO

Junior Kauko Raka en route to Vietnam, couldn't resist the temptation to drop into one of the many famous fight gyms in the Philippines.

Pictured here with trainer Nelson John, Raka reportedly looked great on pads and is already on weight.

HE'S READY TO RUMBLE !

Raka takes on China's WBO Oriental champion Xiao Tao Su this Saturday night at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino.

RAKA HITS THE STREETS OF MANILA
July 10, 2023

RAKA HITS THE STREETS OF MANILA

Papua New Guinea iron man Junior Kauko Raka pictured just moments ago.

Raka is in Manila getting some miles in the legs before flying out to Vietnam on Wednesday.

The "PNG Prodigy" will meet former China #1 and WBO Oriental title holder Xiao Tao Su on Saturday night at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino in Vũng Tàu.

#vspboxing #cockybuffalo #boxingvietnam #VSPPromotions #cockybuffalopromotions #vbo #TheGrandHoTramStrip

THE RAKA HIT SQUAD IS ON THE WAY
July 7, 2023

THE RAKA HIT SQUAD IS ON THE WAY

Papua New Guinea's granite fisted Junior Raka and his team are officially Vietnam bound !

The squad are en route via Manila, where they will stay till Wednesday before leaving for Ho Chi Minh City.

The PNG Prodigy Raka has the task of dismantling China's WBO Oriental champion Xiao Tao Su at a big international show at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino next Saturday night.

JONJON ESTRADA FIGHTS GIANT IN TOKYO
July 8, 2023

JONJON ESTRADA FIGHTS GIANT IN TOKYO

The Wolverine heads to the Esforta Arena Hachioji in Tokyo today, pitted against hot young local prospect Kai Watanabe (9-1).

The Japanese bout will see Estrada jump up a weight class to Super Featherweight, so Watanabe will prove a "Tall" order.

JonJon Estrada is one of the toughest and hardest hitters in Philippines boxing, so he should have his share of fun in there despite the ominous task.

VIETNAM GET READY FOR THE YAP ATTACK !
July 8, 2023

VIETNAM GET READY FOR THE YAP ATTACK !

VIETNAM GET READY FOR THE YAP ATTACK !

WBO GLOBAL AT THE GRAND HO TRAM

Sat 6:00 PM | July 15, 2023

BOUT 5 : SUPER FEATHERWEIGHT - 59 KG-8R

MARK JOHN YAP

VS

HASAN SIKDAR

#CockyBuffaloPromotions #CockyBuffalo #TheGrandHoTramStrip #Proboxing #VBO #VTVcab #vspboxing #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam

THE RAKA TEAM SAY HELLO TO MANILA
July 8, 2023

THE RAKA TEAM SAY HELLO TO MANILA

Papua New Guinea's "PRODIGY" Junior Kauko Raka just touched down in Manila.

There are no direct flights from PNG to Vietnam, so it's an opportunity to say hello to old friends and visit Manila's famous Elorde gyms.

Raka and team will fly out to Ho Chi Minh City this Wednesday.

WBO GLOBAL AT THE GRAND HO TRAM

Sat 6:00 PM | July 15, 2023

BOUT 3: SUPER FEATHERWEIGHT - 59 KG-6R

XIAO TAO SU

 VS

JR KAUKO RAKA

#CockyBuffaloPromotions #CockyBuffalo #TheGrandHoTramStrip #Proboxing #VBO #VTVcab #vspboxing #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam

PAPUA NEW GUINEA BOXER COMES TO HCMC
July 8, 2023

PAPUA NEW GUINEA BOXER COMES TO HCMC

PAPUA NEW GUINEA BOXER COMES TO HCMC

Ladies and gentlemen  - Mr. Junior Kauko Raka

11 fights - 9 wins - 7 Knockouts

WBO GLOBAL AT THE GRAND HO TRAM

Sat 6:00 PM | July 15, 2023

BOUT 3: SUPER FEATHERWEIGHT - 59 KG-6R

XIAO TAO SU

 VS

JR KAUKO RAKA

#CockyBuffaloPromotions #CockyBuffalo #TheGrandHoTramStrip #Proboxing #VBO #VTVcab #vspboxing #VSPPromotions #boxingvietnam

THE "YAP ATTACK" BACK IN VIETNAM
July 6, 2023

THE "YAP ATTACK" BACK IN VIETNAM

THE "YAP ATTACK" BACK IN VIETNAM

Philippines fighter Mark John Yap was a recent visitor to VSP,  headlining our May event against a future star named Nguyễn Ha Minh.

That was Yap's first hit out since scoring a knockout win in Manila in January, and despite signs of ring rust, all the telltale signs of a very dangerous man were on show.

The Mindanao menace returns to Vietnam next week, and he has mayhem on his mind.

Do not miss seeing this great fighter in Vũng Tàu next week - there will be blood !

WBO GLOBAL AT THE GRAND HO TRAM

Sat 6:00 PM | July 15, 2023

BOUT 5 : SUPER FEATHERWEIGHT - 59 KG-8R

MARK JOHN YAP

VS

HASAN SIKDAR

#CockyBuffaloPromotions #CockyBuffalo #TheGrandHoTramStrip #Proboxing #VBO #VTVcab #vspboxing #boxingvietnam #VSPPromotions

SỰ TRỞ LẠI MẠNH MẼ
July 3, 2023

SỰ TRỞ LẠI MẠNH MẼ

SỰ TRỞ LẠI MẠNH MẼ

Sau chiến thắng trước đối thủ đến từ Indonesia Heri Purnomo ngày 30/7/2022, đến nay đã gần tròn một năm Sẳm Minh Phát không thượng đài boxing chuyên nghiệp.

Ngày 15/7/2023, Sẳm Minh Phát trở lại sàn đấu gặp đối thủ đến từ Trung Quốc Dian Xing Zhu tại sự kiện boxing chuyên nghiệp WBO Global Prelude. Người chiến thắng ở trận đấu này sẽ có xuất tranh đai WBO toàn cầu.

#ithethaovn #vothuatithethao #boxing #wbo #SamMinhPhat #boxstudio #boxingvietnam #cockybuffalo #vsppromotions #vbo #vspboxing #boxingvietnam

YAP CONTINUES THE "JOURNEY" IN VIETNAM
July 2, 2023

YAP CONTINUES THE "JOURNEY" IN VIETNAM

Mark John Yap has proved to be one of the best performed pinoys on the international circuit in recent years, and plans to add to his imposing record on the road in Vietnam this month.

The boxer affectionately dubbed "The Journey Man", and more recently as "Fat Yap", appears on a big show at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino, amongst a strong lineup of fighters from many different countries.

Yap was impressive in winning in Manila in January, then followed up with a three month break to welcome the birth of his first child Yuri. He has slowly worked back into fight shape, and performed in an exhibition bout in Ho Chi Minh City last month.

And it was trademark Yap !

Despite getting off to a slow start, Mark John Yap proved too physical for national youth boxer Nguyễn Hà Minh, dropping him twice in the final round.

Yap will be looking for an emphatic showing on July 15th, before eyeing off bigger matches later this year.

PAPUA NEW GUINEA ARE DOING IT RIGHT !!
July 1, 2023

PAPUA NEW GUINEA ARE DOING IT RIGHT !!

They breed them with big hearts in PNG  !

Getting opportunities to fight in international events is never easy, and if you're based in PNG, even more so !

Friends and supporters of Junior Kauko Raka, and believers in the great sport of boxing, assembled last night to celebrate his impending task in Vietnam.

They also all contributed their valuable time, energy and money to make Raka the first professional boxer ever to step foot into the south east asian destination.

Big thanks go to promoter Mr. Sang Bum Kim and friends at Cocky Buffalo for showing the foresight and faith in the PNG Prodigy  !

Also, massive thanks to the friends in PNG who really stepped up last night :

The Minister of Internal Security, and Governor of Bougainville HON Peter Tsiamalili Jnr. who took the lead to put in support by paying for the venue, and to kindly host the dinner fundraising.

And the support from these generous companies:

1- JOMIK Group Company

2- PANG Family

3- NCDC Sport Desk

4- NCDC Governor

5- PNG Sport Foundation

6- NCD Provincial Health Authority

Also, Junior Kauko Raka has a special shout out to his manager Betrand Vagelo and his admin Ezra Bonny, for making last night's celebration happen, for both him and the whole Raka team.

I'm optimistic that the combined efforts of all will pave the way for international opportunities for young PNG stars of the future.

Big congratulations to the people of Papua New Guinea for supporting great role models. Bravo !!

PNG WARRIORS HEADED FOR VIETNAM
July 1, 2023

PNG WARRIORS HEADED FOR VIETNAM

Have you ever met a GENUINE mountain bred Papua New Guinean warrior ?

No ?

Well that's because Junior Kauko Raka and his team will be the first ever to set foot on Vietnam soil !!

Please make the Raka team welcome at VSP when  they arrive in the week of 10th July, before heading  to Vũng Tàu on the 13th.

The Papua New Guinea hard man has the task of dismantling former Chinese #1 and WBO Oriental champion Xiao Tao Su.

The match will take place at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino on Saturday July 15th.

Sẳm Minh Phát sắp so găng võ sĩ số một Trung Quốc
June 29, 2023

Sẳm Minh Phát sắp so găng võ sĩ số một Trung Quốc

BÀ RỊA - VŨNG TÀUVõ sĩ của lò Cocky Buffalo Sẳm Minh Phát thượng đài với tay đấm số một Trung Quốc Dian Xing Zhu tại sự kiện boxing chuyên nghiệp WBO Global Prelude ngày 15/7.

Đây là sự kiện do Cocky Buffalo phối hợp cùng Tổ chức quyền Anh thế giới (WBO) tổ chức tại The Grand Ho Tram Strip. Màn so tài giữa "ốc tiêu" Minh Phát và Zhu thuộc hạng minimumweight (48kg) là một trong những trận thư hùng tâm điểm của sự kiện. Người thắng trận này sẽ lấy suất tranh đai WBO toàn cầu.

Minh Phát trong trận thắng Lý Diệu Phước ở giải WBO IBF 4 Titles Match tại The Grand Hồ Tràm ngày 23/4. Ảnh: Cocky Buffalo

Trận đấu hứa hẹn hấp dẫn khi cả hai võ sĩ đều sở hữu chuỗi thành tích ấn tượng. Minh Phát hiện có chín trận thắng, trong đó có bảy bằng knock-out, qua 13 lần thượng đài. Anh được trang BoxRec xếp hạng 1 sao cùng vị trí thứ 73 thế giới ở hạng minimumweight.

Zhu được đánh giá cao hơn nhờ tỷ lệ knock-out ấn tượng. Võ sĩ Trung Quốc thắng tám, trong đó có bảy bằng knock-out, qua chín trận chuyên nghiệp. Anh hiện là võ sĩ số một Trung Quốc ở hạng cân minimumweight.

Trên bảng xếp hạng thế giới, Zhu xếp trên Minh Phát 24 bậc và được trang BoxRec đánh giá ở cấp độ 2 sao. Zhu từng giành đai vô địch WBC châu Á vào năm 2019. Với bảng thành tích ấn tượng, Zhu chắc chắn sẽ là thử thách khó khăn cho tay đấm chủ nhà.

Zhu (phải) trong nghi thức chạm mặt đối thủ Indonesia Forlando Calderon trước trận đấu thuộc giải WBC Asia Youth 2019 tại Trung Quốc. Ảnh: WBC Asia

Võ sĩ nổi tiếng khác của Việt Nam là Nguyễn Văn Hải cũng góp mặt tại sự kiện WBO Global Prelude sắp tới ở hạng cân Super Featherweight 58,97 kg. Tay đấm sinh năm 1988, từng bảy lần vô địch quốc gia sẽ so găng Abdul Motalib - đối thủ Bangladesh có biệt danh "Sát thủ Thầm lặng" với chuỗi 5 trận toàn thắng.

WBO Global Prelude còn có một số trận khác hứa hẹn hấp dẫn. Võ sĩ 17 tuổi mang hai dòng máu Việt - Hàn Lee Juyeong sẽ so tài đối thủ Indonesia Dedy Imprax. Võ sĩ Philippines từng đánh gần 50 trận nhà nghề Mark John Yap thượng đài với Mohon Ali (Bangladesh). Và võ sĩ kỳ cựu người Papua New Guinea - Junior Kauko Raka so găng cùng Xiao Tao Su, tay đấm Trung Quốc 26 tuổi đang có 11 chiến thắng, trong đó có sáu bằng knock-out, sau 14 lần thượng đài.

POSTCARDS FROM THE GRAND HO TRAM
June 29, 2023

POSTCARDS FROM THE GRAND HO TRAM

Some snapshots from the December event in Vietnam. Some great fights that night.

Big event coming this July 15th.

Mark John Yap will be back, also Nguyễn Văn Hải and a special appearance from Papua New Guinea  hard man Junior Kauko Raka.

RAKA THE FIRST PNG FIGHTER IN VIETNAM
June 29, 2023

RAKA THE FIRST PNG FIGHTER IN VIETNAM

This PNG powerhouse boxer is built like a tank and he is one tough warrior that represents the unrelenting spirit of his countryman. Junior Raka makes history as the first PNG boxer to ever fight in Vietnam.

https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotions/videos/1081798786128620


MARK JOHN YAP IN MANILA WORKOUT
June 28, 2023

MARK JOHN YAP IN MANILA WORKOUT

MIndanao's boxing legend Mark John Yap is showing no signs of slowing, and will be back in the ring again at a big international event in Vietnam next month.

Yap considered retirement after returning from Japan, which was shortly followed by the pandemic - but was coaxed to lace up one more time in a WBA Title match with Charly Suarez.

His performance was outstanding,  and he followed it up with two quality wins shortly after.

The Journey Man was on a short break since January, after welcoming the birth of baby daughter Yuri, and he put on some kilos in that time.

Yap has been on a six week training camp, and competed in an exhibition bout last month with Vietnam youth team member Nguyễn Hà Minh. Despite looking "rusty" early in the match, he dropped his opponent twice in the final round to etch an impressive victory.

Having just recently arriving in Manila, Yap has been under the tutelage of Jetro Pabustan, who put him through a pads session today.

Mark John Yap will fight at The Grand Ho Tram Resort and Casino in Vietnam on Saturday July 15th. You can watch the match here live.

https://www.facebook.com/VSPPromotions/videos/3542723195972770

SAY WELCOME TO THE NEW KIDS IN TOWN
June 28, 2023

SAY WELCOME TO THE NEW KIDS IN TOWN

SAY WELCOME TO THE NEW KIDS IN TOWN

The hard hitting Ronnie Baldonado ushers in some young blood fresh onto the Manila boxing scene !

Junny Bugas- 105lbs (wearing red), Michael Orano-122lbs (abs+tatts), and Noel Emata-135lbs

are all new to the Jetro Pabustan stable - and are ones to keep an eye out for in the future.

As for Ronnie, well he has plans of his own. This mad dog will be fighting in Japan this coming July against the unbeaten Yoshiki Takei.

CHỌN MẶT GỬI VÀNG
June 27, 2023

CHỌN MẶT GỬI VÀNG

Chia sẻ với ithethao.vn, HLV trưởng ĐT Boxing Nam Việt Nam cho biết: "Bùi Phước Tùng và Nguyễn Văn Đương là hai võ sĩ được BHL và chuyên gia đặt kỳ vọng sẽ giành huy chương ở ASIAD 19 tới."

Ở SEA Games 32 vừa qua, Bùi Phước Tùng có chiến thắng K.O cực kỳ chóng vánh trước Atichai Phoemsak - võ sĩ rất mạnh đến từ Thái Lan để giành tấm HCV hạng cân 71kg. Đáng chú ý, Phước Tùng giành được HCV ngay trong lần đầu thi đấu tại một kỳ Đại hội thể thao Đông Nam Á.

Nguyễn Văn Đương là cái tên quen thuộc của làng boxing Việt Nam. Tay đấm sinh năm 1996 là võ sĩ Việt Nam đầu tiên vào đến vòng 16 tay đấm ở olympic. Với kinh nghiệm thi đấu quốc tế dày dặn, Văn Đương được xem là niềm hy vọng lớn nhất của Boxing nam Việt Nam tại ASIAD 19.

#ithethaovn #vothuatithethao #boxing #boxingvietnam #ASIAD19

VIETNAM MEETS BANGLADESH !!
June 28, 2023

VIETNAM MEETS BANGLADESH !!

Nguyễn Văn Hải đối đầu võ sĩ bí ẩn tại sự kiện Boxing nhà nghề WBO Global Prelude

Liên tiếp thượng đài để hướng tới mục tiêu tranh đai, Nguyễn Văn Hải sẽ chạm trán một đối thủ đặc biệt ít thông tin ở trận đấu tại WBO Global Prelude sắp tới.

Theo lịch trình đã được công bố, tay đấm Nguyễn Văn Hải sẽ có trận đấu chuyên nghiệp thứ ba trong năm 2023 ở sự kiện WBO Global Prelude vào ngày 16 tháng 7. Tại đây, anh sẽ chạm trán võ sĩ người Bangladesh - Abdul Mottalib, trận đấu diễn ra trong vòng 8 hiệp ở hạng cân 61kg.

Về cơ bản, Abdul Mottalib không được đánh giá quá cao so với Nguyễn Văn Hải khi võ sĩ này chỉ xếp hạng 1022 thế giới, kém xa so với cấp độ 2 sao cùng vị trí 152 thế giới của Nguyễn Văn Hải. Thành tích 5 trận toàn thắng của Mottalib cũng đều diễn ra tại quê nhà Bangladesh khi anh chưa đối đầu tay đấm nào thực sự đáng chú ý. Trái lại, những thông tin ít ỏi cũng tạo ra phần nào khó khăn trong việc tìm hiểu về đối thủ của Văn Hải.

Dù vậy, đối với Nguyễn Văn Hải, đây vẫn là một trận đấu quan trọng nếu anh muốn đạt đủ điều kiện tham gia một trận tranh đai khu vực, đó chính là có được chuỗi thắng liên tiếp trong thời gian sớm nhất.

Sau hai chiến thắng khá dễ dàng trước Paisal Panjaitan tại Fortunes of War (12/2022) và Hà Minh Tuấn tại VSP Pro 3 (3/2023), Nguyễn Văn Hải đã đánh bại đối thủ người Trung Quốc - Tô Tiểu Đào trong sự kiện hồi tháng 4 tại Hồ Tràm, Vũng Tàu. Chiến thắng trước tay đấm từng giành dan hiệu IBO-WBO Phương Đông đã giúp Nguyễn Văn Hải nhảy vọt trên bảng xếp hạng thế giới, mở đường cho cơ hội tranh đai.

Trong trận đấu kéo dài 8 hiệp tại WBO Global Prelude, Nguyễn Văn Hải sẽ phải tìm ra lối đánh của Abdul Mottalib, đưa ra đấu pháp thích hợp và đặc biệt là đảm bảo an toàn tối đa cho bản thân, để có thể chuẩn bị phong độ tốt nhất cho những mục tiêu cuối năm.

Bên cạnh trận đấu giữa Nguyễn Văn Hải và Abdul Mottalib, tại WBO Global Prelude, võ sĩ Sẳm Minh Phát của Việt Nam sẽ xuất hiện trong trận đấu chính của sự kiện ngày 16 tháng 7 tới đây, khi anh đối đầu với võ sĩ người Trung Quốc DianXing Zhu. Dựa trên kế hoạch được công bố, Minh Phát và DianXing Zhu sẽ đối đầu ở hạng cân light-flyweight (49kg) để giành suất tranh danh hiệu WBO Global.