Veteran Boxer's Winning Streak Halted in General Santos
In a surprising turn of events at the Villa Kristen Resort and Hotel, battle-tested Filipino fighter Rodel Wenceslao saw his remarkable 10-fight winning streak come to an abrupt end on Sunday, November 9, 2025. The veteran warrior fell to Chinese contender Yesihati Yeerken by unanimous decision in their highly anticipated matchup.
Main Event Breakdown
The judges' scorecards told a clear story, with Yeerken dominating the bout with scores of 79-73, 78-74, and 77-75. Wenceslao, who had been on an impressive run of form before this contest, couldn't find answers for Yeerken's strategic approach throughout the fight.
With this significant victory, Yeerken improves his professional record to 10 wins, 7 losses, and 2 draws with five knockouts. Meanwhile, Wenceslao's record shifts to 24-20-2 with 13 knockout victories to his name.
Supporting Bouts Deliver Excitement
The undercard featured several explosive matchups that kept fans on the edge of their seats. In the main supporting bout, Gabriel Tapales (9-1, 6 KOs) passed his toughest test to date by defeating BJ Wild (12-4-1, 6 KOs).
Other notable results from the action-packed event included:
- RV Deniega (12-2, 8 KOs) stopped Anferne Palarca in the first round
- Benjie Jabagat (7-1, 6 KOs) scored a third-round knockout over Kei Mark Akut
- Former world title challenger Jayson Mama (21-3-1, 10 KOs) outclassed Ramel Antaran by unanimous decision
- Undefeated prospect Cholo Alvarez (4-0, 3 KOs) knocked out Gerald Evangelista in the third round
Rising Stars Shine Bright
The event also showcased several promising talents making their mark in the sport. Jerry Francisco (12-3, 4 KOs) ended veteran Clyde Azarcon's night with a second-round stoppage, while Rhomer Palmes (1-0, 1 KO) made quick work of Darel Apura with a first-round technical knockout.
Other winners on the card included Jerson Arigola, Nelson Bernabe, Rainier Antipona, and Jimboy Boc, all securing victories in their respective matches. The event demonstrated the depth of boxing talent in the Philippines and provided thrilling entertainment for fight fans in General Santos City.
