Yes, I want the rematch and Ill do everything to achieve my goal. ADVERTISEMENT Martinez was successful punching in between Ancajas combinations the first time around, and I think he adopts the same sort of strategy that Im unsure Ancajas can nullify. Improving to 3-0, Marcial bucked an early cut above his right eye that hampered his vision throughout the match. The Filipino initially came in .8 pounds over the 126-pound limit. Ancajas taking this fight means hes either done and knows it, getting whatever he can in his most immediately marketable fight option, or he believes his body wont let him down again. 1 month ago. div, .schedule .inner-black li, .node-type-video .video-image-overlay .play-icon-responsive img, .node-type-video #views-exposed-form-haymon-search-video-page, .node-type-video #views-exposed-form-haymon-search-video-page input, .node-type-event .video-description-title, .node-type-event .fight-night-header .hdr, .node-type-event .fight-night-header .col-xs-offset-1.col-xs-22.col-sm-offset-0.col-sm-7.col-md-6, .section-video .more-info-header a, .node-type-video .video-wrapper { window._taboola = window._taboola || []; Ancajas tipped the scales at 114.6 lbs during the official weigh in early Saturday morning (Manila time), while Martinez came in a little bit heavier at 114.8. target_type: 'mix' Ancajas claimed afterwards that a bad weight cut compromised him after a few rounds, and if hes telling the truth, I like his chances here. But the fact that the Philippines has no world champions among the four governing bodies right now, its also extra motivation for me to break back into that elite circle. FIRST &major FOUR are a brand at this point. It can be recalled that Ancajas, who was then one of the few remaining Filipino world champions, was dethroned by Martinez last Feb. 26, 2022, in Las Vegas, Nevada via unanimous decision. Filed Under: The challenger landed back-to-back left hooks a little less than 40 seconds into their fight. Odds: Figueroa 2-1 favorite (average of multiple outlets) His last fight was 6 months and 4 days ago against Jose Martinez Mercado, which ended in a draw. Predictions: Figueroa vs Magsayo and undercard. Ancajas (32-1-2, 22 KOs) defends against Jonathan Rodriguez (22-1, 16 KOs) on the Ennis-Lipinets undercard Saturday night on Showtime. You scared for life you *stuck. : ) *i am beginning to think Biden may of really-really cheated on the Election. Once someone wins any duel-tri for rest of their career must use CAUTION next to their name. With that being said, Martinez will take the confidence of having already beaten Ancajas before into this second meeting, and I think that will be plenty sufficient to do the job once more. Mark Magsayo on Friday afternoon made the 126-pound limit on his second try for his fight with Brandon Figueroa on Saturday in Ontario, California (Showtime). .node-type-event #home-marquee { I trained very hard for this fight. SHOWTIME Boxing (@ShowtimeBoxing) February 27, 2022 Martinez, who was hellbent on using his aggression against the champion, landed just six jabs in the match but bombarded Ancajas with 421 power shots. These two certainly ARE NOT in any-sort- of mega category as-yet. Jerwin Ancajas tiene la misma edad que Fernando Daniel Martnez, 30 aos. Again dont recognize designates. He hired the Philippine Sports Commission and hes had no issues at all. I want to thank SHOWTIME for their support. So hopefully the winner of this unification will face Estrada (WBC) or Martinez (fresh from beating Jerwin Ancajas in their rematch) either in Japan or in the US for the undisputed belts. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. By Charles Brun: Tommy Fury wants Jake Paul to pay him double his purse after losing their handshake bet on the outside of last Sunday's eight-rounder in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It was played on 09/10/2022 at 01:45, and the implied winner probabilities were: 71.43 % (Fernando Martinez), 4.55 % (X), 25.97 % (Jerwin Ancajas). A straight right by Martinez backed up Ancajas 50 seconds into the second round. #videoWrapper .video-player, #videoWrapper .video-player .video-image-overlay { .mb-0 { Hopefully, Martinez won't hide his IBF belt in Argentina. Martinezs left hook up top made Ancajas reset his feet barely 40 seconds into the fifth round. A left-right-left combination by Martinez made Ancajas stop punching with approximately 45 seconds to go in the ninth round. Following the loss, Team Ancajas contemplated if it was time for the prizefighter to move up in weight but ultimately decided to tap their rematch clause against Martinez. .news-coming-banner { .bio-block iframe { left: 0; margin-bottom: 0 !important; height: 0; He took up journalism at the University of Santo Tomas and joined Rappler as soon as he graduated in 2017. Ancajas connected on 192 of 816 punches. .addthis_sharing_toolbox.inline-post-share { https://boxingjunkie.usatoday.com/2022/10/fernando-martinez-defeats-jerwin-ancajas-by-wide-decision-again, Supersized: The 10 heaviest heavyweight champions in history, Mark Magsayo makes weight on second try for bout with Brandon Figueroa, Mark Magsayo has something to prove against Brandon Figueroa, Tiny but mighty: Shortest heavyweight champions ever, Mike Tyson: 10 victories that helped define heavyweight legend, Brandon Figueroa vs. Mark Magsayo: date, time, how to watch, background, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Fernando Martinez faces Jerwin Ancajas in the best matchup of the week, plus more. Consult with me directly and thru the UWBCAFO-I. Jerwin Ancajas absorbs another resounding loss to Fernando Martinez in their rematch. According to Showtimes punch stats, Martinez landed 427 of an eye-catching 1,046 punches. Manny Pacquiao is rumored to be interested in a comeback fight with Conor Benn, who is open to the idea. .mb-0 { Time: 9 p.m. It was close heading into the sixth, but the Argentinian Martinez closed the round strong connecting Ancajas with big punches. padding-bottom: 30px; position: sticky; Certainly relinquished well prior to Wilder 1. I want to thank Jerwin for giving me this opportunity. MANILA, PhilippinesFilipino champion Jerwin Ancajas and Argentine challenger Fernando Martinez officially made weight Saturday (Manila time) ahead of their IBF super flyweight world title fight. Fight Night: top: -10px; Staying close and on top, Martinez pressed in the fourth as Ancajas boxed and countered, later in the round a vicious exchange from the two in closing the round. San Miguel Beer head coach Jorge Gallent saw a silver lining in the teams 96-68 loss to Ryukyu at the Nikkan Arena Kim says North Korea must meet grain production goals 'without fail'. ]]>*/, Fight Night: Martinez appeared to have a cut on his left eye from a clash of heads, going into the fifth round as he continued to press the bouncy southpaw Ancajas. Manny Pacquiao is rumored to be interested in a comeback fight with Conor Benn, who is open to the idea. Please abide by Rappler's commenting guidelines. Boxing Junkie also scored it 118-110, 10 rounds to two. } Either hes sure hes got the cut down this time, hes willing to risk it to avoid having to climb the ranks at 118, or he really thinks hes got Martinezs number. img.article-list-image { We get a 12-round IBF junior bantamweight title bout Saturday when Jerwin Ancajas and Jonathan Javier Rodriguez meet at Mohegan Sun Casino and Resort in Uncasville, Conn. /*-->