Duno wins WBO-NABO titleBy The Manila TimesFILIPINO boxer Romero Duno survived a gruelling bout en route to a win via technical split decision over Mexican Juan Antonio Rodriguez for the vacant World Boxing Organization (WBO) Northern American Boxing Organization (NABO) lightweight championship on Friday at the Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in California. The match was halted by referee Raul Caiz Sr. in round nine because of an accidental headbutt. The 23-year-old Duno was leading the two scorecards at 86-84 and 85-84 while the 31-year-old Rodriguez was ahead in the other, 85-84. “I think the fight was really close, although it is clear that Duno really won. Duno and his team are expected to arrive in the country on Sunday.

Source: Manila Times May 17, 2019 13:18 UTC