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Merlito Sabillo

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Merlito Sabillo
Sabillo in 2020
Born
Merlito Labrador Sabillo Jr.

(1984-01-19) January 19, 1984 (age 40)
NationalityFilipino
Other namesTiger
Statistics
Weight(s)Minimumweight Light flyweight
Height5 ft 3 in (1.60 m)
StanceSouthpaw
Boxing record
Total fights36
Wins27
Wins by KO13
Losses8
Draws1

Merlito Sabillo (born January 19, 1984) is a Filipino professional boxer. He is a former WBO Minimumweight World Champion.

Professional career

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Early years as professional boxer

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In 2008, at the age of 24, Sabillo started his career as professional boxer. On, August 1, 2010, he won the Philippines Games and Amusement Board (GAB) strawweight title against Jetly Purisima via twelve round unanimous decision.

On October 8, 2011, Sabillo won the vacant OPBF Minimumweight Title against his landsman Rodel Tejares via twelve round unanimous decision.[1]

Minimumweight division

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On March 9, 2013, Sabillo defeated Colombia's Luis de la Rosa via 8-round technical knockout to win the interim WBO Minimumweight world title. He was later promoted to full champion after original champion Moises Fuentes vacated the title to move up to Light Flyweight. He successfully made his first title defence against Jorle Estrada on July 13, 2013. He retained his title for a second time against Nicaraguan Carlos Buitrago in a bout ending in a disputed split decision.[2] In his next fight, Sabillo lost the title to Francisco Rodriguez, Jr. via tenth round TKO.[3] On November 15, 2014 Merlito Sabillo lost to the hard-hitting Indonesian Journeyman Ellias Nggenggo. The fight turned into street brawl as the two fighters, throwing some wild punches and hard exchanges. In the end Merlito Sabillo come up short as the Indonesian visitor Ellias Nggenggo wins the bout.[4]

On June 12, 2015, Sabillo defeated his fellow Filipino Countrymen Powell Balaba into a 6 round fighting contest that was held at the L' Fisher Hotel, La Proa Ballroom, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines.[5] On November 29, 2015, he defeated the Indonesian Fighter Jack Amisa into a 6 round contest.[6] On May 8, 2016, he face the Japanese Prospect Riku Kano at Bunka Center, Sanda, Hyōgo Prefecture for the interim OPBF Minimumweight title. In the earlier rounds, Merlito used his experience as he utilized his Left Straight Hand and Right Hook. Kano began to warm up with rounds 3 and 4 being much more competitive. Going at the last 4 rounds both men started to show the signs of fatigue at the ring. Kano was trying to pickup the fight and began to land shots while Sabillo lost his footwork and could not connect any of his punches to his opponent. Both men displayed their courage in the ring and they gave the audience a better fight. In the end Sabillo fell short and the much younger Japanese Prospect Riku Kano wins the bout and the OPBF Minimumweight title.[7]

On November 11, 2016, the Former World Champion Merlito Sabillo was back to Japan for the second time as he faced the hard-hitting Japanese Professional Boxer Ryuya Yamanaka for the vacant OPBF Minimumweight title. Sabillo started well in the earlier rounds as he landed clean shots establishing his ground on the earlier bout. As the bout progressed Yamanaka built his confidence as he connected a body shot on Sabillo and landed some serious shots on him making Sabillo lost his ground and his defense as the fight proceeds. In the end Sabillo fell short and Yamanaka claim the OPBF Minimumweight title, making Sabillo, make his second lost in Japan.[8]

Light flyweight division

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On May 27, 2017 he defeated the Indonesian Fighter, Jack Amisa for a vacant Asian Boxing Federation Light Flyweight title.[9] He successfully defend his Asian Boxing Federation Light Flyweight Title to his Filipino Countrymen Crison Omayao.[10] On February 17, 2018 Merlito Sabillo lost to the undefeated Filipino Prospect Edward Heno to a 12-round fight for the unification of Oriental and Pacific Boxing Federation and Asian Boxing Federation Light Flyweight titles.[11][12] On September 15, 2018 he fought the Chinese Fighter Jing Xiang for a vacant World Boxing Council Silver Light Flyweight title where he lost by unanimous decision.[13]

Professional boxing record

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36 fights 27 wins 8 losses
By knockout 13 4
By decision 14 4
Draws 1
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
36 Loss 27-8-1 Japan Sho Kimura TKO 2 (10), 2:16 Feb 15, 2020 Philippines Manila Arena, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
35 Loss 27-7-1 Mexico Daniel Valladares TKO 7 (8), 2:08 Apr 13, 2019 Mexico Arena Monterrey, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
34 Loss 27-6-1 China Jing Xiang UD 12 Sep 15, 2018 China Qinzhou Sports Center Gymnasium, Qinzhou, China For vacant WBC Silver light-flyweight title
33 Loss 27-5-1 Philippines Edward Heno SD 12 Feb 17, 2018 Philippines Gaisano City Mall, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines Lost Asian Boxing Federation light-flyweight title;
For OPBF light-flyweight title
32 Win 27-4-1 Philippines Crison Omayao UD 12 Oct 20, 2017 Philippines SM City Bacolod Parking Area, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines Retained Asian Boxing Federation light-flyweight title
31 Win 26-4-1 Indonesia Jack Amisa KO 3 (12) 2:58 May 27, 2017 Philippines 888 Chinatown Square Mall, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines Won vacant Asian Boxing Federation light-flyweight title
30 Loss 25-4-1 Japan Ryuya Yamanaka UD 12 Nov 11, 2016 Japan Central Gym, Kobe, Hyogo, Japan For vacant OPBF mini-flyweight title
29 Loss 25-3-1 Japan Riku Kano SD 12 May 8, 2016 Japan Bunka Center, Sanda, Hyogo, Japan For OPBF interim mini-flyweight title
28 Win 25-2-1 Indonesia Jack Amisa UD 6 Nov 29, 2015 Philippines La Trinidad Municipal Gymnasium, La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines
27 Win 24-2-1 Philippines Powell Balaba UD 6 Jun 12, 2015 Philippines L' Fisher Hotel, La Proa Ballroom, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
26 Loss 23-2-1 Indonesia Ellias Nggenggo TKO 4 (10), 1:50 Nov 15, 2014 Philippines Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines
25 Loss 23-1-1 Mexico Francisco Rodríguez Jr. TKO 10 (12), 1:50 Mar 22, 2014 Mexico Monterrey Arena, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico Lost WBO mini-flyweight title
24 Draw 23-0-1 Nicaragua Carlos Buitrago SD 12 Nov 29, 2013 Philippines Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines Retained WBO mini-flyweight title
23 Win 23-0 Colombia Jorle Estrada TKO 9 (12), 1:09 Jul 13, 2013 Philippines Solaire Resort & Casino, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines Retained WBO mini-flyweight title
22 Win 22-0 Colombia Luis De la Rosa TKO 8 (12), 2:52 Mar 9, 2013 Colombia Coliseo Mario de León, Cereté, Colombia Won WBO interim mini-flyweight title
21 Win 21-0 Philippines Rollen Del Castillo RTD 1 (10), 3:00 Dec 15, 2012 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
20 Win 20-0 Philippines Jovel Romasasa KO 1 (8), 2:50 Sep 22, 2012 Philippines Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines
19 Win 19-0 Philippines Jonathan Refugio TKO 7 (12), 2:36 May 4, 2012 Philippines L' Fisher Hotel, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines Retained OPBF mini-flyweight title
18 Win 18-0 Indonesia Sofyan Effendi UD 8 Jan 28, 2012 Philippines Waterfront Cebu City Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines
17 Win 17-0 Philippines Rodel Tejares UD 12 Oct 8, 2011 Philippines University of St. La Salle, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines Won vacant OPBF mini-flyweight title
16 Win 16-0 Philippines Roger Echavez TKO 7 (12), 2:45 Apr 30, 2011 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines Retained Philippines Games & Amusement Board mini-flyweight title
15 Win 15-0 Philippines Jade Yagahon KO 3 (10), 1:20 Feb 26, 2011 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
14 Win 14-0 Philippines Donny Mabao MD 12 Nov 20, 2010 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines Retained Philippines Games & Amusement Board mini-flyweight title
13 Win 13-0 Philippines Jetly Purisima UD 12 Aug 1, 2010 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines Won vacant Philippines Games & Amusement Board mini-flyweight title
12 Win 12-0 Philippines Amero Ricablanca RTD 4 (8), 3:00 May 29, 2010 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
11 Win 11-0 Philippines Roel Honor UD 10 Feb 21, 2010 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
10 Win 10-0 Philippines Jetly Purisima UD 10 Dec 12, 2009 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
9 Win 9-0 Philippines Jetly Purisima SD 10 Aug 29, 2009 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
8 Win 8-0 Philippines Fabio Marfa UD 10 May 30, 2009 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
7 Win 7-0 Philippines Arnel Tadena RTD 4 (8), 3:00 Feb 21, 2009 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
6 Win 6-0 Philippines Ruther del Castillo UD 8 Nov 29, 2008 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
5 Win 5-0 Philippines Steve Demaisip KO 5 (6), 2:59 Sep 20, 2008 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
4 Win 4-0 Philippines Edcel Tunacao TKO 3 (6), 0:58 Jul 12, 2008 Philippines West Negros University, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
3 Win 3-0 Philippines Leo Torres TKO 2 (4), 1:15 May 12, 2008 Philippines Loay Public Market, Loay, Bohol, Philippines
2 Win 2-0 Philippines Junel Busano UD 4 Mar 15, 2008 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
1 Win 1-0 Philippines Powell Balaba UD 4 Jan 26, 2008 Philippines PAGCOR Hotel and Casino, Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines

Titles in boxing

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Major World Titles:

Regional Titles:

  • OPBF Minimumweight title. (105 lbs)
  • ABF light flyweight Title (108 lbs)
  • Philippines Games & Amusement Board Minimumweight title. (105 lbs)

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Bonsubre, Rene Jr. (October 8, 2011). "Early Results from Pinoy Pride 9; Sabillo Wins OPBF Title". PhilBoxing.com. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  2. ^ Ramos, Gerry (December 1, 2013). "After Controversial draw, Sabillo Rematch with Nicaraguan will have to Wait". Spin.ph. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  3. ^ Songalia, Ryan (March 23, 2014). "Francisco Rodriguez stops Merlito Sabillo in 10, wins strawweight belt". RingTV. Retrieved March 2, 2015.
  4. ^ "Merlito Sabillo shocked by Nenggo!". ASIAN BOXING. Retrieved 2018-10-31.
  5. ^ "Sabillo beats Balaba in Bacolod showdown". cebudailynews.inquirer.net. 14 June 2015. Retrieved 2018-10-31.
  6. ^ "Sabillo Wins by UD vs Indonesian". Negros Daily Bulletin. 2015-12-02. Retrieved 2018-10-31.
  7. ^ "Riku Kano claims OPBF "interim" Minimumweight title with split decision win!". ASIAN BOXING. Retrieved 2018-10-31.
  8. ^ "Yamanaka claims OPBF title, dominates Sabillo". ASIAN BOXING. Retrieved 2018-10-31.
  9. ^ "You are being redirected..." www.sunstar.com.ph. 27 May 2017. Retrieved 2018-09-25.
  10. ^ "Bacolod's Masskara Festival Got More Fun with "Fist of Glory" Double Header: Raquinel-Rosales, Sabillo-Omayao Oct 20 at SM Bacolod". philboxing.com. Retrieved 2018-09-25.
  11. ^ "Edward Heno outpoints Merlito Sabillo in Philippine crossroads fight - The Ring". The Ring. 2018-02-17. Retrieved 2018-10-04.
  12. ^ "Heno defies home crowd, dethrones Sabillo at home". philboxing.com. Retrieved 2018-10-04.
  13. ^ "Jing Xiang Beats Merlito Sabillo, Wins WBC Silver Strap in China". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 2018-10-04.
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Achievements
Vacant
Title last held by
Raúl García
WBO minimumweight champion
Interim title

March 9, 2013 – April 19, 2013
Promoted
Vacant
Title next held by
Tatsuya Fukuhara
Preceded by WBO minimumweight champion
April 19, 2013 – March 22, 2014
Succeeded by