Mark Magnifico Photo from @Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo facebook account
LAS VEGAS – Filipino boxing talent shone brightly at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday night, July 19, as two Filipino fighters—Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo and Eumir Marcial—claimed notable victories on the undercard of the Manny Pacquiao vs. Mario Barrios showdown.
Magsayo captures regional title
Mark “Magnifico” Magsayo dominated Jorge Mata Cuellar to claim the vacant WBC Continental Americas Super‑Featherweight title. Judges scored the 10-round super-featherweight bout 100–90, 100–90, and 98–92. The win boosted Magsayo’s record to 28–2 with 18 KOs.
Delivers knockout-worthy performance
Eumir Marcial, an Olympic bronze medalist, returned to the pro ranks in impressive fashion—knocking out American Bernard Joseph at the 1:55 mark of Round 3 in an eight-round middleweight bout. The victory raised his record to 6–0 with 4 KOs.
MP Promotions on the rise
Both Magsayo and Marcial are part of MP Promotions, the promotional outfit founded by Manny Pacquiao. Their performances in Las Vegas further solidify the promotion’s reputation for building Filipino boxing talent on the global stage.
A night of momentum for Filipino boxing
The wins by Magsayo and Marcial were more than just personal milestones—they served as powerful reminders of the Philippines’ growing presence in international boxing. On a night when legends and rising stars shared the spotlight, the Filipino flag flew high, carried by fighters determined to make their mark far beyond the undercard.
