Filipino boxing contender Jay-r Raquinel is set for a crucial international showdown as he travels to Accra, Ghana, to battle local prospect Theophilous Allotey for the World Boxing Organization (WBO) Global super-flyweight championship. The high-stakes bout is scheduled for Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the Legon Sports Stadium.
Raquinel's Quest for Another Regional Belt
The 28-year-old Raquinel enters this fight aiming to cap off a strong year by securing another significant regional title. This victory would solidify his position in the world rankings and keep him on a direct path toward a future world title opportunity. Currently, Raquinel holds impressive rankings across multiple sanctioning bodies: he is rated No. 5 by the International Boxing Federation (IBF), No. 6 by the World Boxing Council (WBC), and No. 12 by the WBO in the competitive super-flyweight division.
His recent form has been formidable. In late 2024, he scored a career-best victory, defeating the previously undefeated Mexican prospect Yahir Frank by unanimous decision to claim the WBC Continental Americas strap. He continued his momentum early this year with a decisive fourth-round knockout victory over Tanzanian fighter Imani Matendo.
The Challenge of an Unbeaten Ghanaian Prospect
Standing in his way is a young but highly credentialed opponent. Theophilous Allotey, a 23-year-old Ghanaian, is undefeated in 12 professional fights, with 10 of those wins coming by knockout. Despite being only in his second year as a pro, Allotey brings a deep amateur background. He represented Ghana's national team and competed in major qualifying tournaments for the 2024 Olympics.
Allotey has been exceptionally active, fighting five times already in 2025. His year was highlighted by a dominant unanimous decision win over fellow prospect Daniel Gorsh, which earned him the WBO African bantamweight title. He is coming off a fourth-round stoppage of Kouassi Klaklevi, demonstrating his power and form.
Fight Night Stakes and Records
The clash presents a classic matchup of experience against youthful ambition. Jay-r Raquinel boasts a professional record of 18 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, with 14 knockouts. His power and experience against top-tier opposition are his key assets. Allotey's perfect 12-0 record, with 10 KOs, speaks to his own knockout prowess and confidence.
For Raquinel, a win on hostile territory in Ghana would be a massive statement, allowing him to return to the Philippines with a new WBO Global belt and enhanced standing. For Allotey, defeating a world-ranked Filipino fighter would announce his arrival on the global stage and accelerate his own world title aspirations.
All eyes will be on the Legon Sports Stadium this December 20th as these two powerful super-flyweights collide, with a major regional title and crucial ranking points on the line.
