Reymart Gaballo put on a remarkable display of skill and determination as he defended his WBO Oriental bantamweight Title against Michael Bravo at the Elorde Ballroom in Manila on Saturday evening.
The fierce ten-round battle ended with Gaballo emerging victorious by way of a split decision, further solidifying his impressive record of 26 wins, 21 of which were knockouts. The judges' scorecards reflected the intensity of the fight, with one judge scoring the bout 95-94 in favor of Bravo, while the other two judges scored it 96-93 in favor of Gaballo. Bravo's record now stands at 14 wins and 3 knockouts.
This triumph marked Gaballo's second consecutive win since his devastating knockout loss to Nonito Donaire in December 2021. The clash with Bravo proved to be a true test of Gaballo's resilience, as he suffered cuts above both his left and right eyes as early as the second round. Nevertheless, Gaballo's unwavering determination and refusal to back down allowed him to emerge victorious.
The spectators in attendance were treated to a thrilling spectacle as both fighters showcased their boxing prowess. The match was filled with electrifying exchanges and had the crowd on the edge of their seats. However, Gaballo's superior skills and experience ultimately set him apart from Bravo, who struggled to match his relentless pace.
Following the fight, Gaballo expressed his heartfelt gratitude to his fans and supporters, acknowledging their role in his success. He humbly remarked, "I want to thank everyone who came out to support me tonight. It was a tough fight because of my cuts, but I knew I had to dig deep and give it my all. I'm proud to have retained my title, and I'll continue to work hard to defend it in the future."
Reymart Gaballo's victory not only solidifies his position as a formidable bantamweight champion but also demonstrates his ability to overcome adversity in the ring. His unwavering determination and skill continue to captivate fans and establish him as a rising star in the world of boxing. As he looks to the future, Gaballo remains focused on further honing his abilities and taking on new challenges in pursuit of greatness.
Beatrice Adamu is a writer for AceTVBoxing.com. She can be reached on Twitter @oh_stillbella or via email: adamubeatrice13@gmail.com.
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