Magsayo wins WBC Continental Americas title

Former featherweight champion Mark Magsayo defeated Mexico's Jorge Mata Cuellar via unanimous decision, securing the World Boxing Council (WBC) Continental Americas super featherweight title.

The 30-year-old Filipino boxer's victory improved his record to 28-2 with 18 knockouts, moving him a step closer to becoming a two-division world champion.

His fight was part of the Manny Pacquiao-Mario Barrios undercard at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Magsayo's victory contributed to a clean 2-0 sweep for Filipino fighters in the undercard bouts.

Life in Bohol came to a halt as locals gathered to witness the fights, with many showing strong support for their fellow Boholano, Magsayo.

Meanwhile, Manny Pacquiao's bout against Mario Barrios, the main event, ended in a majority draw after 12 rounds, with two judges scoring it 114-114 and one giving Barrios a 115-113 edge.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. lauded Pacquiao, stating that he gave Filipinos "pride and unity" and reminded the world that the "Filipino spirit never backs down."

Both Pacquiao and Barrios expressed willingness for a rematch after the fight.