Melvin Jerusalem vs. Siyakholwa Kuse
The historic Thrilla in Manila II: 50th Anniversary Tribute delivered a night of high‑stakes action, championship drama, and breakout performances at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. Headlined by Melvin Jerusalem vs. Siyakholwa Kuse for the WBC minimumweight world title, the event honored one of boxing’s greatest nights while showcasing the next generation of Filipino and international talent.
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Main Event — WBC Minimumweight World Title
Melvin Jerusalem def. Siyakholwa Kuse — Unanimous Decision (116–112, 116–112, 115–113)
Jerusalem retained his WBC crown with a disciplined, high‑output performance over 12 rounds. Kuse’s southpaw stance and pressure created early challenges, but Jerusalem’s accuracy and championship composure carried the later rounds.
Co‑Main & Undercard Results
WBC International Middleweight Title
Eumir Marcial def. Eddy Colmenares — Majority Decision (95–93, 95–93, 94–94)
Marcial survived knockdowns in Rounds 3 and 10 to rally back and edge out a dramatic win.
Super Bantamweight Bout
Carl Jammes Martin def. Aran Dipaen — Unanimous Decision (98–90, 97–92, 98–91)
Both fighters scored knockdowns, but Martin’s pace and combinations secured a wide decision.
WBC International Light Flyweight Title
Arvin Magramo def. Berland Robles — Split Decision (95–94, 94–95, 96–93)
A point deduction for excessive holding cost Robles the draw, giving Magramo the edge.
WBC International Silver Flyweight Title
Albert Francisco vs. Ramel Macado Jr. — Majority Draw (95–95, 95–95, 96–94 Macado)
A competitive back‑and‑forth contest ends even on the cards.
Super Bantamweight Bout
Marlon Tapales def. Fernando Toro — KO, Round 6 (2:31)
The former unified champion dropped Toro twice before finishing him with a crushing combination.
Heavyweight Bout
Georgiy Yunovidov def. Chris Thompson — Unanimous Decision (77–75, 78–74, 68–74)
Yunovidov outworked Thompson across eight rounds in a rugged, physical contest.
Middleweight Bout
Nico Ali Walsh vs. Kittisak Klinson — Draw (75–77, 76–76, 75–76)
Ali Walsh, grandson of Muhammad Ali, fought to a competitive stalemate.
Super Middleweight Bout
Vadim Tukov def. Sena Agbeko — Unanimous Decision
Tukov remained unbeaten with a clean, disciplined performance over eight rounds.
Final Thoughts
The Thrilla in Manila II card delivered everything it promised: a world title fight worthy of the anniversary it honored, rising Filipino stars shining under the bright lights, international contenders battling for position, and a blend of nostalgia and new blood that captured the spirit of the original 1975 classic.
Melvin Jerusalem’s victory capped off a night that celebrated the past while showcasing the future — a fitting tribute to one of boxing’s most iconic events.
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