Mark Magsayo: Journey of a Future Boxing Star and His Fights

Boxing in the Philippines is going through a tough phase and if there is any boxer who is a center of hope for the Philippines people, it is none other than Mark Magsayo. Also known as the “Magnifico,” Magsayo is a professional Filipino boxer hailing from Bohol City. The 28-year-old boxer fights in the featherweight division and becomes the WBC featherweight champion in 2022.

Professional Career of Mark Magsayo:

Mark Magsayo started his professional boxing career in 2013 and he remained undefeated in his career till his recent three fights. The major highlight of his career was when he won the vacant IBF Youth featherweight title in 2015. Later he became the champion in the WBO International featherweight division and retained his title successfully.

In 2022, Magsayo defeated Gary Russell Jr to win the WBC featherweight title but he failed to retain it in the fight against Ray Vergas 6 months later he won the title. Then Magsayo faced Brandon Figueroa for the Interim WBC Featherweight title but could not win. These were the only defeats in his professional career so far.

The Magnifico’s Professional Boxing Record:

Boxing Bouts	27
Wins	25
Losses	2
Knockouts Wins	18
Knockouts Loss	0

Detailed Record highlighting each bout:

Opponent	Record	Result	Type	Round, time	Date	Location
Isaac Avelar	25–2	Win	KO	3 (8), 1:13	Dec 9, 2023	Thunder Studios, Long Beach, California, US
Brandon Figueroa	24–2	Loss	UD	12	Mar 4, 2023	Toyota Arena, Ontario, California, US
Rey Vargas	24–1	Loss	SD	12	Jul 9, 2022	Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas, US
Gary Russell Jr.	24–0	Win	MD	12	Jan 22, 2022	Borgata, Atlantic City, New Jersey, US
Julio Ceja	23–0	Win	KO	10 (12), 2:33	Aug 21, 2021	T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, US
Pablo Cruz	22–0	Win	TKO	4 (8), 0:48	Apr 10, 2021	Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, Connecticut, US
Rigoberto Hermosillo	21–0	Win	SD	10	Oct 3, 2020	Microsoft Theater, Los Angeles, California, US
Panya Uthok	20–0	Win	UD	12	Aug 29, 2019	Tagbilaran City, Philippines
Erick Deztroyer	19–0	Win	KO	4 (8), 2:00	Apr 12, 2019	The Ring Boxing Community, Singapore
Shota Hayashi	18–0	Win	UD	12	Nov 25, 2017	Tagbilaran City, Philippines
Daniel Diaz	17–0	Win	TKO	1 (12), 1:45	Jul 8, 2017	IEC Convention Center, Cebu City, Philippines
Issa Nampepeche	16–0	Win	TKO	1 (10), 2:05	Apr 29, 2017	Waterfront Hotel & Casino, Barangay Lahug, Cebu City, Philippines
Ramiro Robles	15–0	Win	UD	12	Sep 24, 2016	StubHub Center, Carson, California, US
Chris Avalos	14–0	Win	TKO	6 (12)	Apr 23, 2016	Cebu City Sports Complex, Philippines
Eduardo Montoya	13–0	Win	UD	10	Feb 27, 2016	Waterfront Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Philippines
Yardley Suarez	12–0	Win	KO	1 (10), 2:00	Jul 11, 2015	StubHub Center, Carson, California, US
Rafael Reyes	11–0	Win	TKO	5 (10), 2:29	Jul 11, 2015	Waterfront Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Philippines
Sukpraserd Ponpitak	10–0	Win	TKO	5 (10), 2:19	Mar 7, 2015	Barrio Obrero, Davao City, Philippines
Moon Sun Jung	9–0	Win	TKO	2 (6)	Nov 15, 2014	Waterfront Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Philippines
Jessie Tuyor	8–0	Win	TKO	1 (8), 1:37	Aug 9, 2014	Plaridel Covered Court, Plaridel, Philippines
Ernesto Tata Fontanilla	7–0	Win	TKO	6 (6), 2:36	Jul 26, 2014	Island City Mall, Tagbilaran City, Philippines
Hyuk Tak Joo	6–0	Win	UD	4	May 10, 2014	SM Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay, Philippines
Roy Sumugat	5–0	Win	TKO	6 (6), 0:56	Mar 1, 2014	Solaire Resort Hotel and Casino, Parañaque, Philippines
Hagibis Quinones	4–0	Win	KO	1 (4), 2:40	Sep 26, 2013	Waterfront Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Philippines
John Rey Melligen	3–0	Win	UD	12	Sep 24, 2013	Escalante City Coliseum, Escalante, Philippines
Jamjam Ungon	2–0	Win	TKO	1 (4), 1:55	Jul 13, 2013	Solaire Resort Hotel and Casino, Pasay, Philippines
Melton Sandal	1–0	Win	KO	1 (1), 2:09	May 25, 2013	Waterfront Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Philippines

Assessment of Mark Magsayo's Skills & Abilities:

Mark Magsayo is a boxer known for his aggressive and impressive fighting style. He moves quickly on his feet and throws punches rapidly, making it challenging for his opponents to keep up with the fast-paced action.

Even though Mark Magsayo fights aggressively, he doesn't let his emotions take over. He's a smart boxer with excellent natural instincts. Magsayo can read his opponents effectively and adapt his style accordingly.

He knows the right times to attack and defend, and he's not hesitant to use his footwork to create opportunities for his punches. But when it comes to defense, Mark Magsayo is good but lacks a few weaknesses that his opponent often looks to target.

Physical Attributes of Magnifico Magsayo

Age	26
Height	5 Feet 6 Inches (168 cm)
Weight	57.27 (126 lbs)
Stance	Orthodox
Reach	68 Inches (173 Inches)

Last bout of Mark Magsayo:

Mark Magsayo’s last fight was against Isaac Avelar back on 9 December 2023. Magsayo knocked out Avelar in the 3rd round of the fight meant to be an 8-round. The referee didn't have to count as the left hook by Magsayo on the Chin of Avelar in the 3rd round proved too hot to handle and Avelar was knocked out.

The match was scheduled at the Infinite Reality Studios in Long Beach, California. This victory was a big relief for the Magsayo after two consecutive defeats from Ray Vergas, and Brandon Figueroa respectively.

Upcoming Bouts of Magsayo:

Currently, Magsayo has not scheduled any fight till now and there are a few boxers in his weight division like Leo Santa Cruz, Gary Russel Junior, and Isaac Dogboe that might be interested in fighting with Magsayo in 2024 however, no official announcement has been made yet.