Althea Shine Pores Aims for World Title Glory in French Showdown
After a prolonged break from the ring, undefeated Filipino boxing prospect Althea Shine Pores is set to make her international debut with a high-stakes challenge. She will face the unbeaten International Boxing Organization (IBO) Women's light-flyweight champion Romane Moulai on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the Villa M in Marseille, France. This bout marks a pivotal moment in Pores' career as she pursues her first world title on foreign soil.
Coach Villamor Emphasizes the Need for Dominance
Decorated Cebuano boxing coach Edito Villamor, who will be in Pores' corner, highlighted the significance of this opportunity. "Althea is the challenger and the fight will be at her opponent's territory, so she has to dominate this fight," Villamor told SunStar Cebu. "This is a huge opportunity for her to be able to fight for a world title because that is the ambition of almost all boxers. She has to be at her best and fight to win to change her life. The opponent is world champion and is very talented. But Althea can beat her if she focuses on this fight."
Pores' Recent Record and Layoff
Pores has been inactive for over a year, with her last fight occurring on December 21, 2024, when she scored a first-round knockout against Thai boxer Pimchanok Thepjanda in Bohol. Earlier in 2024, she had a split draw with Philippine kickboxing national team member Renz Dacquel and secured a victory over Maria Theresa Pinili to claim the Philippine Games and Amusements Board Women's light-flyweight strap. Her current professional record stands at an impressive 6-0-1 with two knockouts.
Champion Romane Moulai's Formidable Background
Romane Moulai presents a formidable challenge as the reigning IBO champion. A decorated amateur for the French national boxing team, she transitioned to the professional ranks in 2024 and fought five times that year. In 2025, Moulai earned a shot at the vacant IBO Women's light-flyweight title, a world title from a minor boxing organization, and outclassed Mexican veteran Silvia Torres by unanimous decision in France. She returned to the ring later that year, demolishing Venezuelan boxer Roxana Colmenarez in just two rounds. Moulai boasts an unbeaten record of 7-0 with three knockouts.
Stakes and Expectations for the Bout
This fight is not just a title challenge but a career-defining moment for Pores, who must overcome the champion's home advantage and proven talent. The clash between two undefeated fighters promises to be an intense and strategic battle, with Pores looking to make a statement on the international stage. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if the Filipino prospect can seize this opportunity and elevate her status in the world of women's boxing.
