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RE: Professional Boxing in NZ - jamieson2 - 03-22-2025
"WAR IN THE WAIKATO" – The main event features an international showdown for the IBO Asia Pacific Title as Francis Waitai faces battle-tested veteran Tej Pratap Singh. It all goes down on Saturday, May 10th, at the YMCA Stadium, Hamilton, New Zealand.
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RE: Professional Boxing in NZ - diehard - 03-23-2025
Looks like Hemi TKO'd his opponent in the first round. Couldn't find an article about it. Will watch the replay this afternoon.
2025-03-22 237¼ Aekkaphob Auraiwan 238 9 3 1 Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park W-TKO 1/8
2:59 ref: Will Soulos Phil Austin Paul Cupitt Brad Vocale
RE: Professional Boxing in NZ - jamieson2 - 03-31-2025
(03-22-2025, 10:38 AM)jamieson2 Wrote: "FIGHT NIGHT VI" – CTP Boxing & MB Boxing return with the sixth installment of their action-packed series! The pro boxing main event features Nikolas Charalampous, while Prince Chingy makes his highly anticipated pro debut. Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Orewa Arts and Events Centre, Orewa, New Zealand.
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New Zealand boxing veteran Nikolas Charalampous returns to the ring, looking for victory against Ghana’s Agoe Ashong on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Orewa Arts and Events Centre, Orewa, New Zealand.
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RE: Professional Boxing in NZ - jamieson2 - 04-13-2025
(03-15-2025, 10:43 PM)jamieson2 Wrote: Glen Craig returns to the ring following his pro debut win last November, headlining the main event against Luke Siaki on Saturday, May 3rd, at Dunedin Town Hall. Expect an exciting showdown as both fighters look to make their mark.
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New Zealand cruiserweights Caleb Taylor and Damien Fraser are set to make their professional debuts against each other on the Punch With Purpose 4 undercard, Saturday, May 3rd, at Dunedin Town Hall. A fresh chapter begins for both fighters on the domestic stage.
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RE: Professional Boxing in NZ - jamieson2 - 04-17-2025
"The Punisher" Asher Derbyshire returns to the ring after a long hiatus on Saturday, May 31st, headlining the Rumble boxing card against "The Iceman" Reign O'Connell at the Wellington Indian Centre, Wellington, New Zealand. A comeback clash not to be missed.
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RE: Professional Boxing in NZ - jamieson2 - 04-18-2025
(03-31-2025, 11:44 PM)jamieson2 Wrote:(03-22-2025, 10:38 AM)jamieson2 Wrote: "FIGHT NIGHT VI" – CTP Boxing & MB Boxing return with the sixth installment of their action-packed series! The pro boxing main event features Nikolas Charalampous, while Prince Chingy makes his highly anticipated pro debut. Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Orewa Arts and Events Centre, Orewa, New Zealand.
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New Zealand boxing veteran Nikolas Charalampous returns to the ring, looking for victory against Ghana’s Agoe Ashong on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Orewa Arts and Events Centre, Orewa, New Zealand.
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"Fight Night VI" sees Prince Chingy make his professional boxing debut in a 4-round light heavyweight bout against experienced journeyman Sivan Hermez. A true test for the rising talent as he enters the pro ranks.
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RE: Professional Boxing in NZ - diehard - 04-18-2025
Junior Fa hasn't fought in almost 18 months. Wonder if he's retired???
https://boxrec.com/en/box-pro/742693
RE: Professional Boxing in NZ - diehard - 04-18-2025
Here's my answer:
https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/350258627/top-boxer-quits-goes-vegan-i-couldnt-hurt-people-anymore
RE: Professional Boxing in NZ - diehard - 04-21-2025
https://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/360659980/sonny-bill-williams-breaks-silence-ahead-paul-gallen-mega-fight
RE: Professional Boxing in NZ - jamieson2 - 05-22-2025
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Fighter Profile & Fight Preview: Francis Waitai vs. Mikey Helg – June 29, 2025
Francis Waitai: The Champion
Francis Waitai, known as "The Punisher," hails from Paeroa and boasts a professional record of 11 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draw, with 1 win coming by way of knockout. He claimed the Pro Box NZ Super Middleweight title in October 2020 and has successfully defended it three times. In May 2023, Waitai secured the WBC Australasia Silver Super Middleweight title with a TKO victory over Queensland's Tangariki Mauri. Most recently, on May 10, 2025, he captured the vacant IBO Asia Pacific Super Middleweight Title with a dominant 10-round unanimous decision over veteran Tej Pratap Singh.
Waitai is a well-rounded, disciplined fighter known for his ring IQ and relentless pressure. His recent performances demonstrate a growing maturity and a sharp technical style that makes him a difficult puzzle to solve in the ring.
Michael Herangi-Helg: The Challenger
Michael Herangi-Helg, representing Ngāpuhi and Waikato-Tainui, enters the ring with an unblemished record of 7 wins, including 4 by knockout. In June 2024, Helg captured the vacant New Zealand Light Heavyweight title with a fourth-round TKO over veteran Joshua Tai, becoming the first to hold that title in four years. Known for his composure, athleticism, and technical prowess, Helg has shown the ability to control the tempo of a fight and deliver calculated power shots.
Now campaigning at super middleweight, Helg looks to take the biggest step of his career by challenging for regional honours against a proven champion. With a sharp jab, efficient footwork, and an ever-growing confidence, Helg presents a very real threat to Waitai’s reign.
The Matchup: Why This Fight Matters
This is a marquee clash for New Zealand boxing – a meeting between an established champion and an undefeated contender on the rise. A win for Francis Waitai would establish him as the man to beat in the New Zealand super middleweight scene, solidifying his claim as the division’s top operator. For Mikey Helg, victory would mark a breakout moment, potentially opening the door to international opportunities and a climb up the global rankings.
What makes this bout so compelling is not just the records or the title on the line, but the mindset of both fighters. Waitai and Helg are stepping up to face each other in their prime – not waiting for safer options, but instead embracing the challenge. In a sport where calculated risk often overshadows bold decisions, this matchup stands as a testament to both fighters’ competitive spirit and willingness to prove themselves the hard way: in the ring, against the best opposition available.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, June 29, 2025
- Venue: Due Drop Events Centre, Auckland, New Zealand
- Title: IBO Asia Pacific Super Middleweight Title
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