Barriga dedicates 1st world title FIGHT to ailing parentshome/Sports/Top Sports/Barriga dedicates 1st world title FIGHT to ailing parentsMark Barriga said that he is dedicating his very first world title fight to his ailing parents. “I want them to undergo surgery after my fight,” Barriga, 25, told The Manila Times in a phone interview before leaving for the US. Barriga, who started boxing when he was five, is undefeated in nine fights one of which by way of knockout. “I’m dedicating this fight to my family since they are the reason why I pursued this sport.”Licona, 23, under the tutelage of lightweight champion Mikey Garcia, boasts of an unbeaten 13-0 record. Barriga’s last win was against Colombian Gabriel Mendoza in May via unanimous decision at the SM Skydome in SM North Edsa.

Source: Manila Times November 22, 2018 16:07 UTC