Albert Francisco claimed the Philippine Youth flyweight crown by defeating Dennis Endar in a thrilling match at Manny Pacquiao Presents: Blow-By-Blow Friday held at San Andres Sports Complex in Manila, Philippines. The fight concluded in the eighth round at 1:28, with Francisco’s relentless barrage of punches forcing the referee to stop the contest.
Throughout the bout, Francisco displayed remarkable resilience, absorbing heavy blows from Endar to both the head and body. Despite facing adversity, Francisco, representing the Johnny Elorde Stable, showcased superior conditioning and responded with effective combinations.
In the eighth round, sensing the urgency to secure a victory by knockout, Endar aggressively pressed forward, momentarily putting Francisco on the defensive and eliciting cheers from the lively crowd. However, Endar’s efforts were short-lived as Francisco skillfully countered, ultimately backing Endar into his corner and unleashing a series of precise strikes that prompted the referee to intervene.
With this victory, Francisco maintained an undefeated record of 12-0 with eight knockouts, while Endar’s record fell to 6-2-1, including five wins by knockout.
Marife Barrera, the head of Blow-By-Blow, hinted at the possibility of a rematch between the two fighters. This event, revived by boxing legend Manny Pacquiao in late 2022, promises more captivating action in the months ahead.
