Donaire vs Darchinyan Rematch Result: Donaire Wins Via Round 9 TKO

The rematch between Nonito Donaire and Armenian Vic Darchinyan happened November 9 (November 10 in Manila) at the American Bank Center in Corpus Christi, Texas. "The Filipino Flash" Donaire won via a round 9 TKO.

Nonito Donaire (32-2, 21 KO) had a passive start going into the rematch with "The Raging Bull" Darchinyan (39-6-1, 28 KO). "He was sluggish, didn't look in top shape, and looked to have some mental doubts about himself throughout the fight," wrote Bad Left Hook in a published review.

Darchinyan was in control in the middle rounds of the fight, and scored a good blow on Donaire's cheek which rattled the latter in the 7th round.

After eight rounds of boxing, Donaire exploded and brought out several combinations before landing the dreaded left hook which sent Darchinyan to his knees. The referee came to a stoppage after Donaire landed several punches afterwards, declaring him as the winner of the 10-round featherweight showdown.

According to reports, Donaire was leading in the scorecards of the two judges, 78-74, 78-74, and 76-76.

Six years ago, Donaire scored an upset after knocking Darchinyan in a flyweight fight. The said win elevated Donaire into a name to watch out in boxing. Watch the highlights of the rematch of Donaire and Darchinyan below.

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Donaire vs Rigondeaux Results: Donaire Loses to Rigondeaux Via Unanimous Decision

The highly-anticipated super bantamweight title unification showdown of Nonito "The Filipino Flash" Donaire and Guillermo "El Chacal" Rigondeaux was held on April 13 (April 14 in Manila) at the Radio City Music Hall in New York.

Rigondeaux beat the Filipino Flash after 12 rounds of boxing. All three score cards (114-113; 115-112; 116-111) went against Donaire, losing the WBO junior featherweight belt to the WBA champion from Cuba. Donaire's new record is now 31-2, 20 KOs while that of Rigondeaux improved to 12-0, 8 KOs.

Rigondeaux was the more engaging boxer during the first two rounds but Donaire never let his guards own and landed jabs on the Cuban. The 3rd and 4th rounds were dominated by Donaire as he did great works in the body and landed his straight punches.

Rounds 5 and 6 saw Rigondeaux playing a bit dirty by grabbing Donaire's head. "El Chacal" scored a huge left in the head during the sixth round. Rigondeaux kept on running away from Donaire on the 7th and 8th rounds and the crowd started to become frustrated. Donaire was still the aggressor on the next round against the counter puncher rival.

In the 10th round, Donaire landed a left hook which made the Cuban slipped into the canvas. He then knocked Rigondeaux down with a straight right, arousing the crowd once more.

An exchange of big punches and jabs followed in the last two rounds. Rigondeaux poked Donaire in the eye  resulted into a cut during the beginning of the 12th round. Even with Donaire's swelling eyes, Rigondeaux did not impressed more in the last round. However, Rigondeaux came on to be the best at 122 pounds.

Dubbed as "Domination," the Donaire-Rigondeaux battle saw 5 out of 8 knockouts in the undercard bouts. The result of the main event was regarded as controversial since scores were wide despite Donaire scoring a knock down in the 10th round.

Last year, Nonito Donaire did an impressive undefeated (4-0) run beating the likes of Toshiaki Nishioka and Jorge Arce since moving up to 122 pounds. The battle with Rigondeaux was his fourth title defense in an attempt to unify the WBO and WBA super bantamweight world titles. 

Rigondeaux may seem less experienced than Donaire based on pro record but the Cuban amatuer legend is similarly dangerous. In fact, Rigondeaux has had one of the most impressive amateur records in history scoring more than 400 victories. This two-time Olympic gold medalist (2000 and 2004) was the star of the powerhouse Cuban national team for years.

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Watch Donaire vs Rigondeaux Fight Via Satellite this April 14 on ABS-CBN

ABS-CBN will air this Sunday (April 14) the highly-anticipated match between Nonito Donaire Jr. and Guillermo Rigondeaux.

Update: Donaire vs Rigondeaux - Donaire Loses to Rigondeaux Via Unanimous Decision

Watch World Boxing Organization (WBO) Junior Featherweight champion and 2012 Fighter of the Year Nonito “Filipino Flash” Donaire goes face-to-face with World Boxing Association (WBA) Super Bantamweight champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist Guillermo “El Chacol” Rigondeaux in the highly-anticipated super bantamweight title unification showdown in “Domination” airing via satellite from Radio City Music Hall in New York this Sunday (April 14), 10:15 AM on ABS-CBN. 

Donaire (31-1, 20 KOs), who is the 3rd Asian to hold four division world titles, makes his fourth title defense against Cuban boxer Rigondeaux (11-0, 8 KOs) in an attempt to unify the WBO and WBA super bantamweight world titles. 

It’s definitely a make or break match for the two as both boxers are on a winning streak in their respective professional boxing careers. Donaire has not lost a single fight for more than 11 years while Rigondeaux remains undefeated ever since he went pro back in 2009. 

Who will dominate the ring? Will Donaire unite the WBO and WBA world titled and end Rigondeaux undefeated record? 

Don’t miss the action this Sunday (Apr 14) as ABS-CBN Sports brings you the via satellite airing of the Donaire-Rigondeaux card in “Domination,” 10:15 AM, on ABS-CBN with same day replay at 4 PM on Studio 23.

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Rachel Donaire Pregnant, Nonito to Become a Father

Filipino boxing champion Nonito Donaire Jr. is soon to become a father as his wife, Rachel Donaire is already 3 months pregnant. The Filipino Flash and his wife first confirmed the good news on ABS-CBN morning show Umagang Kay Ganda, January 14.

Nonito said that above all the awards and glories he had received in 2012—including Fighter of the Year recognition from several sports institutions—the news of Rachel's pregnancy is the best.

"Pero meron pa pong pinakamalaki pang [balita] kesa sa lahat ng nakuha ko sa 2012… For me, I've achieved what most fighters na nakuha, parang nabalewala iyon akin nang sinabi sa akin ng wife ko na I'm going to be a father," he said in a Skype interview from his residence in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Speculations that Nonito's wife is pregnant surfaced after the boxing champ went back to the Philippines alone after his victory from Jorge Arce. 

"Tinanong sa akin last time kung meron ng baby, I was trying to not say it because we wanted to make sure. Kaya nga right now I'm telling you guys because I wanna let you guys know first," clarified Donaire.

Both Rachel and Nonito wanted a baby boy as their first baby but the latter added that regardless of the gender, the health of the kid is more important.

As an expectant father, Nonito wanted to be with Rachel's side in every tests concerning the pregnancy. There might also be a chance that he will cancel a fight to attend to the needs of his pregnant wife. Nonetheless, Donaire said that there are three possible fights already lined up for him this year, with the first taking place sometime between March and April.

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Daniel Padilla, Rufa Mae Quinto and Nonito Donaire on Sarah G Live! (January 6)

Popstar Sarah Geronimo is going to open year 2013 with big new surprises this Sunday (January 6) as Pinoy boxing champ and ESPN’s Boxer of the Year Nonito ‘The Filipino Flash’ Donaire grace the centerstage of ABS-CBN’s hit musical variety show “Sarah G. Live!” for the first time. 

Aside from Donaire, also watch out for Daniel Padilla’s first duet with mother Karla Estrada; and Rufa Mae Quinto’s special visit to the Popstar. 

Get ready for back-to-back show-stopping performances as OPM band vocalists Ney Dimaculangan ang Yael Yuzon treat TV viewers with a rocking concert production number; to be followed by the fun-filled singing extravaganza of Pooh and K Brosas and the breathtaking smash-up dance number of Jopay Paguia of Sexbomb, Marco McKinley of Universal Motion Dancers, Joshua Zamora of The Manoeuvres, and Teacher Georcelle of G-Force. 

Meanwhile, Kapamilya heartthrobs Daniel and Robi Domingo will also add more fun in “SGL’s” New Year special as Sarah’s guest co-hosts. Still with the Popstar in the upcoming episode are Gab Valenciano, Gollayan Sisters and Luis Manzano. 

Don’t miss New Year special of ABS-CBN’s trending and top Sunday primetime show, “Sarah G. Live!” 8:15pm, after “Rated K.” For more updates, log on to www.abs-cbn.comor follow @SGLiveOFFICIAL on Twitter and like SarahGLiveOFFICIAL on Facebook.

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Paulo Avelino Reveals All in Showbiz Inside Report this January 5

After his breakthrough performance as Nathan in the 2012’s phenomenal drama series “Walang Hanggan,” Kapamilya heartthrob Paulo Avelino will be one of the male leads in the upcoming romantic-comedy series of ABS-CBN “Kahit Konting Pagtingin” where he is co-starred with Angeline Quinto and Sam Milby.

As a New Year treat to his loyal supporters, Paulo will take the spotlight this Saturday (January 5) as he grants ABS-CBN’s trending showbiz talk show “Showbiz Inside Report” with an exclusive tell-all interview that opened up his heart and made him share everything that he has in mind. 

What were Paulo’s dreams when he was growing up? When did he realize that he is already a famous primetime TV star? How did his transfer to ABS-CBN change his life and career?

Meanwhile, aside from Paulo, “SIR” will also feature the empowering life story of ESPN Boxer of the Year and Ring Magazine’s 2012 Fighter of the Year Nonito ‘The Filipino Flash’ Donaire. It will also throw a special birthday bash for comedian and resident host Ogie Diaz.

Don’t miss the country’s trending showbiz-oriented talk show, “Showbiz Inside Report,” this Saturday, 2:30pm, after “It’s Showtime,” on ABS-CBN. 

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Nonito Donaire is Ring Magazine's 2012 'Fighter of the Year'

Four-division world champion Nonito Donaire Jr. is voted as The RING Magazine’s 2012 Fighter of the  Year. The Filipino Flash's impressive wins this year sealed for him one of boxing's most-coveted titles.

The award is another feather to Nonito Donaire's cap as he was also hailed ESPN's "Boxer of the Year" a few days ago.

Nonito Donaire (31-1, 20 knockouts) garnered 55.2% of the votes in RingTV.com's year-end poll to capture a landslide win over closest competitor to the title, Juan Manuel Marquez, who received only 27.3% of the votes.

Ring Magazine editor Doug Fischer said that Marquez may have scored the Knockout of the Year in the Fight of the Year by icing his arch rival Manny Pacquiao in the sixth round, but fight fans recognized Donaire accomplishing more than the Mexican legend inside and outside the ring.

Among those elite fighters – those precious few who fans and boxing media view as the pound-for-pound best, seldom fight more than twice a year – Donaire was the busiest this year.

"The 30-year-old veteran fought four times in 2012 and in the process of doing so the former flyweight and bantamweight titleholder established himself as the best 122-pound fighter on the planet, as well as the Fighter of the Year in the eyes of the fans who took part in RingTV.com’s year-end awards poll," Fischer reported.

Just like ESPN's Dan Rafael, Fischer also commended Donaire for being the only high-profile professional boxer who is willing to commit to comprehensive year-round drug testing conducted by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA).

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Nonito Donaire Hailed ESPN "Boxer of the Year"

The Filipino Flash Nonito Donaire Jr. was hailed as the 2012 "Boxer of the Year" by ESPN.com. The "Boxer of the Year" title was previously held by Andre Ward and has been won three times by People's Champ Manny Pacquiao (2006, 2008 and 2009).

"It might sound strange, but no, Manny Pacquiao was not the best fighter from the Philippines in 2012,” wrote ESPN’s Dan Rafael. "That honor goes to 'The Filipino Flash,' junior featherweight titlist Nonito Donaire, who had a year for the ages."

Rafael said that Donaire has been an easy pick as ESPN's 2012 "Boxer of the Year," having won with great fashion four of his fights this year.

In February, "The Filipino Flash" moved up to the 122-pound division and captured the vacant WBO super bantamweight title by beating Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. by split decision at the Alamodome in San Antonio.

In July, Donaire knocked off the IBF belt holder, Jeffrey Mathebula at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California, the same venue when he stopped Japanese Toshiaki Nishioka via a round 9 TKO in October, successfully defending his IBF and WBO super bantamweight belts.

Nonito Donaire put an exclamation point to his credentials this year after knocking out Jorge Arce in third round in their December 15 fight at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas.

Nonito Donaire was also commended for being the first and only boxer in the world to undergo random drug testing with the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association on a year-round basis.

Donaire edged out Mexican boxer Juan Manuel Marquez (who floored Pacquiao a week before Donaire knocked out Arce) as "Boxer of the Year." Nonito also beat other contenders for the award which include fellow Pinoy Brian Villoria, Danny Garcia, Robert Guerrero, Leo Santa Cruz, Andre Ward and Carl Froch.

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ASAP 2012 Gives Back, Throws a Grand Homecoming for Janine Tugonon and Nonito Donaire (Dec 23)

ASAP 2012 is all set to spread love, smiles, and merriment this Sunday (December 23) as Kapamilya stars share their blessings with the various families in Compostela Valley, Panay, Bulacan, and Laguna.

Aside from the special gifts of the ASAP Kapamilya, non-stop surprises will surely bring more joy to TV viewers this Sunday including the special visit of the lead stars of the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) entries such as Vice Ganda, AiAi delas Alas, Kris Aquino, Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, and Xyriel Manabat of “Sisterakas;” Angel Locsin and Zanjoe Marudo of “One More Try;” and Julia Montes, Enrique Gil, and Enchong Dee of “The Strangers.” Love and happiness will also fill the small screens with the Christmas ‘kilig’ treats from primetime love teams Kathryn and Daniel, and Kim Chiu and Xian Lim.

Join in the fun with the grand homecoming of Ms. Universe 1st runner up Janine Tugonon and boxing champ Nonito ‘The Filipino Flash’ Donaire; followed by the birthday bash of crooner Richard Poon with his girlfriend Maricar Reyes.

Meanwhile, Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano gives another world-class performance as he shares the inspiring story of a Kapamilya in Mindanao in his segment ‘With Love Gary V.’

Continue to celebrate the Christmas season with the jaw-dropping Yuletide cheers from ZsaZsa Padilla, Karylle, and Zia Quizon; the special Jose Mari Chan tribute prepared Christian Bautista, Jed Madela, Erik Santos, Angeline Quinto and the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra; and the hair-raising concert extravaganza of the ASAP Sessionistas and ASAP Pinoy Champs.

Also, watch out for the breathtaking Holiday dance showcase of KC Concepcion, Erich Gonzales, Shaina Magdayao, Nikki Gil, Empress, Gab Valenciano, and Rayver Cruz; and the ultimate ‘Supahdance Gives Back’ showdown treat of Iya Villania, and Bugoy Cariño together with the Pinoy dance scholars Nocturnal Dance Company, STI Balaraw Dancers, and New Dance System.

Celebrate the merriest Christmas on TV in the 2012 PMPC Best Musical Variety Show “ASAP 2012” this Sunday, 12:15 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, simply visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com/, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, or ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial.

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Jorge Arce Announces Retirement After Loss to Donaire

Mexican champion Jorge "El Travieso" Arce announced his retirement from boxing to take care of his family and children. Arce suffered a 3rd round knockout from "The Filipino Flash" Nonito Donaire Jr. during their fight held at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, December 15.

Read: Nonito Donaire Knocks Out Jorge Arce in Round 3

The 33-year-old Jorge Arce said in a post fight interview that he promised his children that he will retire as soon as he lost a fight. His loss to Nonito Donaire led to that decision, but the Mexican can walk away with his head held high.

Jorge Arce says he will retire to take care of his family and children, promised he'd give up if he lost. Thanks for the great fights Arce
— Ryan Songalia (@ryansongalia) December 16, 2012

Jorge Arce, who hails from Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Mexico had championed 61 professional fights in his boxing career, earning world titles in four weight divisions. He became pro at the age of 16.

Arce's last fight prior to his loss to Donaire was with Mauricio Gonzales of Panama held in his hometown in Mexico. Arce leaves the ring with 61 wins (46 KOs), 7 losses and 2 draws.

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Donaire vs Arce Results: Donaire Wins Via a 3rd Round Knockout

Dubbed as D-Day (Demolition Day), the Nonito Donaire Jr vs Jorge Arce battle was held on December 15 (December 16 in Manila) at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. Nonito Donaire won via a 3rd round knockout, beating the Mexican.

Nonito Donaire clearly dominated the fight scoring a knock down over Arce from a quick short right hand in round 2. Donaire ducks a punch in round 3 and floored Arce again. The shaky Arce stood up but he was welcomed with a monster left hook from Donaire, landing right on his jaw and he's down--end of the fight.

Read: Jorge Arce Announces Retirement After Loss to Donaire

Jorge "El Travieso" Arce is Donaire's fourth world class opponent this year. In February, "The Filipino Flash" moved up to the 122-pound division and captured the vacant WBO super bantamweight title by beating Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. by split decision at the Alamodome in San Antonio. 

In July, Donaire knocked off the IBF belt holder, Jeffrey Mathebula at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California, the same venue when he stopped Japanese Toshiaki Nishioka via a round 9 TKO in October, successfully defending his IBF and WBO super bantamweight belts.

Nonito Donaire's record improved to 31-1-0, 20 KOs while Jorge Arce's record now goes 61-7-2, 46 KOs. With Donaire's spectacular win, he might be a candidate for "Fighter of the Year," putting an exclamation point to his credentials this year.

An even bigger 2013 awaits Donaire, who is now up in the pound-for-pound ranking. According to bleacher report, "superfights are still waiting for him at 122 in Abner Mares and Guillermo Rigondeaux. If he chooses to move up to 126, he's got great potential fights in opponents like Orlando Salido, Daniel Ponce de Leon and Billy Dib."

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Kantar Media (October 13-15) TV Ratings: Erich and Nonito Knock-Out Competition

Maalaala Mo Kaya starring Erich Gonzales and Diana Zubiri was the most-watched program nationwide last Saturday (October 13). The said MMK episode garnered 35.7% TV rating. On Sunday, the World Junior Featherweight Championship battle between Nonito Donaire and Toshiaki Nishioka to which the Filipino Flash emerged victorious topped the ratings game (watch video replay here).

Meanwhile, Daniel and Katerina's grand wedding in Walang Hanggan captured the whole nation, topping all primetime programs with a whooping 38.3% TV rating.

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs October 13 to 15, 2012 among Total Philippines (Urban & Rural) households according to Kantar Media/TNS:

October 13, 2012 (Saturday)

Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 15.4%
2. Be Careful With My Heart Sabado Rewind (ABS-CBN) – 14.9%
3. TV Patrol 25 Weekend (ABS-CBN) – 14.7%
4. It’s Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 13.2%
5. Maynila (GMA-7) – 10.2%
6. Thundercats (GMA-7) – 9.9%
7. Young Justice (GMA-7) – 9.8%
8. The Looney Tunes Show (GMA-7) – 9.7%
9. Bakugan Gundalian Invaders (GMA-7) – 9.5%
10. The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron (ABS-CBN) – 9%

Primetime:

1. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) – 35.7%
2. Wansapanataym (ABS-CBN) – 34.6%
3. Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) – 25.6%
4. Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho (GMA-7) – 16.9%
5. X-Tended Mga Extrang Eksena (ABS-CBN) – 16.6%
6. Kapuso Movie Night: New Police Story (GMA-7) – 15.6%
7. Wish Ko Lang! Primetime (GMA-7) – 15.2%
8. 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 12.4%
9. Toda Max (ABS-CBN) – 9.5%
10. Wil Time Bigtime (TV5) – 8.7%

October 14, 2012 (Sunday)

Daytime:

1. World Junior Featherweight Championship: Donaire vs Nishioka (ABS-CBN) – 28.8%
2. ASAP 2012 (ABS-CBN) – 13%
3. Kapuso Movie Festival: Scooby-Doo 2 (GMA-7) – 12%
4. Young Justice (GMA-7) – 11.1%
5. Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) – 10.9%
6. Luv U (ABS-CBN) – 10.4%
7. The Buzz (ABS-CBN) – 10%
8. AHA! (GMA-7) – 9.5%
9. Scan2Go (GMA-7) – 9%
10. Dragon Ball (GMA-7) – 8.8%

Primetime:

1. Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) – 26%
2. Rated K (ABS-CBN) – 23.7%
3. TV Patrol 25 Weekend (ABS-CBN) – 23.4%
4. Pepito Manaloto Ang Tunay Na Kuwento (GMA-7) – 21.2%
5. Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) – 18.1%
6. Imbestigador (GMA-7) – 17.2%
7. Sarah G Live (ABS-CBN) – 15.4%
8. 24 Oras Weekend (GMA-7) – 14.5%
9. X-Tended Mga Extrang Eksena (ABS-CBN) – 12.9%
10. Gandang Gabi Vice (ABS-CBN) – 11.1%

October 15, 2012 (Monday)

Daytime:

1. Be Careful With My Heart (ABS-CBN) – 21.7%
2. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 15.3%
3. Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga (GMA-7) – 14.6%
4. Hindi Ka Na Mag-iisa (GMA-7) – 13.9%
5. Two Wives (ABS-CBN) – 13.7%
6. Pintada (ABS-CBN) – 13.4%
7. It’s Showtime (ABS-CBN) – 12%
8. Kung Ako’y Iiwan Mo (ABS-CBN) – 11.4%
9. Dragon Ball Z Kai (GMA-7) – 10.6%
10. Hunter X Hunter (GMA-7) – 10.5%

Primetime:

1. Walang Hanggan (ABS-CBN) – 38.3%
2. Princess And I (ABS-CBN) – 35.2%
3. TV Patrol (ABS-CBN) – 30.9%
4. Ina Kapatid Anak (ABS-CBN) – 25.5%
5. Aryana (ABS-CBN) – 25%
6. 24 Oras (GMA-7) – 16.6%
7. Moon Embracing The Moon (GMA-7) – 15.4%
8. Aso Ni San Roque (GMA-7) – 15.3%
9. Kahit Puso’y Masugatan (ABS-CBN) – 13%
10. Luna Blanca (GMA-7) – 12.9%

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Donaire vs Nishioka Results: Nonito Donaire Wins via Round 9 TKO

The Filipino Flash Nonito Donaire Jr. stopped Japanese Toshiaki Nishioka in the ninth round via technical knockout (TKO) to claim his 30th win at the Home Depot Center in Carson, California on October 13. Donaire retained his IBF and WBO super bantamweight belts.

Photo courtesy of sports.inquirer.net

Nonito was totally in control from the start to finish of the fight while Nishioka did not engage much nor establish anything big.

The 29-year-old Donaire floored Nishioka in the 6th round with a left uppercut and his right straight to Nishioka’s jaw totally recked the Japanese's dream of winning his 17th straight win in 8 years.

The fight was deemed lackluster and didn't provide a lot of excitement which can be blamed to Nishioka's reluctance to fight head to head. Donaire is a counter-puncher and his ring partner did not gave what he wanted to elevate the fight to a more defining level.

Nonito Donaire's record improved to 30-1-0, 19 KOs while Nishioka faced his 1st loss after 16 consecutive wins to bring his record to 39-5-3, 24 KOs.

Check out the video replay of Donaire vs Nishioka below (embed only from Daily Motion):

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"Wansapanataym" and Donaire-Chavez Fight Rule Weekend TV Ratings

For the first time this year, Wansapanataym topped Saturday viewing nationwide, overtaking perennial no. 1, MMK, which onnly placed 5th. The said episode featured Wonder Boy, Zaijian Jaranilla. Meanwhile, the first episode of Showbiz Inside Report won over rival, Startalk TX. On Sunday, the fight of Nonito Donaire Jr. and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was the most-watched program nationwide. 

Photo courtesy of Starmometer

Here are the Top 20 programsnationwide from February 3 to 5, 2012 according to Kantar Media:

February 3, 2012 (Friday):

February 4, 2012 (Saturday)

February 5, 2012 (Sunday)

Source: Kantar Media via Starmometer

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Nonito Donaire Emerged Victorious over Wilfredo Vazquez Jr., Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Successfully Defended his Title

The Filipino Flash, Nonito Donaire Jr. won against Puerto Rican boxer Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. following a 12-round split decision (117-110, 117-110 for Donaire and 115-112 for Vazquez) on their February 4 fight (February 5 in the Philippines) in Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas.

'Welcome to the Future' (Donaire VS Vazquez) This Feb 5 on ABS-CBN

Pound-for-pound fighter Nonito “The Filipino Flash” Donaire will contend for the WBO junior featherweight title against the Puerto Rican former titlist Wilfredo Vazquez Jr. during a doubleheader titled “Welcome to the Future” at Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, to be aired on ABS-CBN on Sunday (Feb 5), 10:15 a.m.