Albert Francisco is one of the few Real Philippine Champ!  July 28, a day after witnessing another exciting performance at the nation's premier Boxing promotions Blow by Blow boxing by Manny Pacquiao,   Albert Francisco showcased why he is a main event kind of boxer showcasing grit, toughness and power after knocking out his formerly undefeated opponent Angilou Dalogdog in a banger kind of fight in round no. 10 solidifying the Chavacano Warriors name as one of Philippines bright young boxing prospect. I have personally witness Albert Francisco(14-1-0) fight multiple times and he has impressed me even in defeat, July 27 at the Barangay Namayan Covered Court, while  the rain was unpredictable as it was on and off, the fight wasn't it brought heat and consistent entertainment to Filipino boxing fans at the venue. Angilou Dalogog came in with an undefeated record and a will to defend it, together with a number of supporters from boholano supporters, the Boholano was ready to showcase "Kumong Bol-anon".  Dalogog stared well with well time left hand that landed straight multiple times on the head on Francisco , the exchanges was relentless with both fighters showing some success landing  especially in the first 4 rounds. In the midround, Francisco tagged Dalogog with thw right hand body shot that visibly shook Dalogog as he favors covering that side of his body, And while it was still pretty much a back and forth fight, it was evident that Francisco was  gaining momentum and was seemingly landing the harder and better shot specially with his body shots.  Rd. 10 Dalogog still dangerous still landing his left hand but Francisco doesnt seem bother as he continues to attack in variety until the moment Dalogog was exhausted  with his hands hanging low, he was caught with a one-two that landed straight to the face and knock him down to the Canvas into the rope looking spent.   While he was able to stand, and his will still there his body is no longer responding.  Francisco took advantage and unloaded shots after another that promted the referee Jerold Tomeldan to stop the fight. At the moment of the announcement, the rain stopped as the announcer shouts the name of the new  Philippine GAB Flyweight champion,  Albert Francisco!Congrats! Written by: Pow Salud, Powcast Sports  

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