Great WBC activity in October 2024

October 31

WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán was present at the WBO convention held in Isla Verde, Puerto Rico, where Gustavo Olivieri was elected as the new president of the organization. Francisco “Paco” Valcárcel, who was president for almost 30 years, withdrew his candidacy and asked for a vote for the organization’s legal advisor.

The four presidents of the governing bodies of boxing worldwide met to discuss issues of great importance for the good of the sport, such as unification fights, ring officials, mandatory fights, rules, among other important points.

October 30

The 50th anniversary of Rumble in the Jungle was celebrated. A great fight between North American warriors, Muhammad Ali knocked out George Foreman in the eighth round in Kinshasa, Zaire. In this fight the WBC heavyweight title was at stake.

October 29

During the traditional “Martes de Cafe” the new USWBC champion, Bryan “Destroyer” Mercado received from the hands of the the WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán and from Engineer Fernando Espino, General Secretary of the Metro Union, the belt he won by defeating the Chilean José Velázquez.

October 26

On September 29, boxer Mylik Birdsong, with a record of 15-1, tragically passed away in Los Angeles. He was scheduled to fight on the Tom Loeffler 360 Promotions card in Commerce, CA. During this evening, his mother and family, Tom Loeffler and all the boxing fans who were present honored him with 10 bell rings and a WBC medal in his memory.

October 25

At the Graakjaer Arena in Holstebrol, Denmark, local fighter and undefeated World Boxing Council bantamweight champion Dina Thorslund defended her world crown by defeating tough Japanese Terumi Nuki.

The José Sulaimán Boxers Fund celebrated 12 years of existence, granting more than $2 million dollars in support to fighters and former fighters from Nicaragua, Argentina, Thailand, China, Colombia, Spain, the United States, the Philippines, Panama, Mexico, among many other countries.

October 24

Ukrainian heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk and English challenger Tyson Fury met in London to promote the fight they will hold on December 21 in Saudi Arabia, a rematch of one of the best fights of the year.

The 6th Amateur Boxing Tournament was held with great success in the Huayamilpas Ecological Park in Mexico City, presented by the Federal Protection Service (SPF), the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC) and the World Boxing Council (WBC). The tournament aimed to promote the physical, mental and social development of members of various security institutions in Mexico, who participated in this important event.

October 23

20 years ago, WBC MuayThai emerged as a result of a promise between great men: His Majesty the King of Thailand Mr. Bhumibol Adulyadej, General Kovid Bhakdibhumi and the President for Life of the WBC, Don Jose Sulaiman.

The multiple North American world champion, Seniesa Estrada, announced her retirement from boxing Estrada was proclaimed the undisputed strawweight champion in her most recent fight last March, defeating Costa Rican Yokasta Valle by decision in a great fight.

October 22

During the traditional “Martes de Cafe” press briefings, Aaron Silva, general manager of Hacienda Nueva Vida addiction clinics, was recognized by the WBC for the great work they do every day supporting people who have suffered from addictions.

October 19

Warrior Ascent Promotions organized a professional boxing tournament at the Alexandra Stadium, South Africa. This first tournament, called Colosseum Of Combat/Alexandra, will feature the participation of current South African middleweight champion John Bopape and many more prospects belonging to the WARRIOR ASCENT program, an initiative based on the extremely successful boxing development program introduced by the WBC in Mexico together with RING TELMEX-TELCEL that has produced more than twenty world champions.

October 18

Gabriela “Bonita” Sánchez successfully defended her WBC silver flyweight title, beating the experienced Japanese Okuda Tomoko by unanimous decision in a fight held at the BUAP Arena in Puebla, Mexico.

October 17

Mauricio and Héctor Sulaimán visited the Holy Father Francis, accompanying Adrián Pallarols, who is the Pope’s goldsmith, and one of the most beloved and closest to him since his childhood. It was an unforgettable meeting where the Holy Father gave a series of blessings to the world of boxing.

During this trip, Mauricio Sulaimán was with important people, holding successful meetings.

October 16

Joselito Velázquez, WBC super flyweight silver champion, visited the governor of Quintana Roo, Mexico, Mara Lezama. Velazquez received praise from the governor, who assured that she is a great example for young people and children of Quintana Roo; In addition to congratulating him for his dedication and discipline, and reaffirming his commitment to promoting sports.

October 14

Japanese Junto Nakatani retained his World Boxing Council bantamweight crown with a sixth-round knockout victory over Thai Petch Sor Chitpattna in a card that Teiken Promotions organized at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan.

October 13

Japanese Kenshiro Teraji won the third world title of his career, by technically knocking out former Nicaraguan world champion Cristofer “El Látigo” Rosales in round 11, this Sunday, at the Ariake Arena, in Koto-Ku, Tokyo, Japan.

Danny García dedicated his card, “Tale of Garcia 3,” to breast cancer awareness

Mauricio Sulaimán held an important and productive meeting with Wladimir Klitschko in Mexico City.

October 12

Artur Beterbiev became the undisputed 175-pound champion, defeating by majority decision the now ex-champion Dmitry Bivol, in the main event of an interesting card that took place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The WBC Featherweight Champion, the Australian Skye Nicolson, successfully defended her crown by defeating by unanimous decision the English challenger Raven Chapman, this Saturday, in one of the preliminary fights of the “Beterbiev vs Bivol” card, which took place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Delegation from the Klitschko Foundation visited Mexico

October 11

At the Salle Louis Dewerdt, Dunkirk, France, the local fighter Priscilla Peterle defeated the Dominican Claribel Mena by unanimous decision, winning the WBC Super Welterweight Silver title.

The School of Medicine and Health Sciences of the Monterrey Institute of Technology and the World Boxing Council announced the creation of the ITESM – WBC Scientific Medical Committee that will carry out a multidisciplinary research program, as well as various educational and outreach activities around topics such as mental health, nutrition, prevention of brain damage, personal finances, among many others aimed at improving the health and well-being of millions of people around the world of boxing.

The Undisputed video game was officially released for all platforms, the innovative boxing game that comes from the development of Steel City and the edition of Deep Silver.

In Verona, Italy, as part of a strategy between the government of Thailand and the WBC Muay Thai, a series of activities were held to promote the art and culture inherent to this sport throughout the world with the firm intention of promoting sports tourism in this region. One of the most important and striking activities were the Muay Thai Masterclass and seminars in addition to an important tournament.

October 10

WBC Cares and IOC recognized women who overcame breast cancer

In Verona, Italy, activities began for a historic event for the WBC family

The WBC joined together to commemorate World Mental Health Day, which is celebrated every October 10, is a global initiative that aims to raise awareness about mental health issues and promote open debates to reduce stigma.

October 8

In the Auditorium of the Federal Protection Service facilities, the General Director of Professionalization, Chief Commissioner Gerardo Reyes Salgado presented the annual edition of the Federal Protection Service Amateur Tournament, where various administrative units of the Federal Protection Service in Mexico will be participating.

The WBC continues with the active campaign in the fight against breast cancer

The collaboration agreement was signed between the Anáhuac University and the WBC, which has as a priority to work together for the youth who are in training.

October 7

Joselito Velázquez became the World Boxing Council silver champion after knocking out Chilean Andrés Campos in Cancún, Mexico.

Joel Campuzano visits Mexico

October 6

Mauricio Sulaimán inaugurated the Gimnasio Nuevo Jordán tournament in Mexico City

October 4

The red carpet was rolled out at the Hollywood Athletic Club in Los Angeles, California, to present the series La Máquina. This television series is based on the story of Esteban, nicknamed “La Máquina” Osuna, played by Gael García Bernal. Diego Luna plays Andy Luján, Esteban’s manager and best friend, who agrees to help him return to the ring.

From October 4 to 12, the IV Latin American Games of Special Olympics were held for the first time in Asunción, Paraguay, marking a milestone in the history of sport in the region. Thanks to the support of Riyadh Season and the WBC, Special Olympics Mexico athletes were able to attend and play a major role.

October 3

Visit of Dan Otter and Todd Fox to Mexico.

October 1

Sampson Lewkowicz was inducted into the Atlantic City Boxing Hall of Fame

Mauricio Sulaimán met with Vic Starita (Vic Cutman as he is known in the boxing world), who together with Dr. Victor Hugo Garcia Camacho, are part of the Technical Committee of the World Boxing Council. Vic Cutman and Dr. Victor Hugo will be leading talks, courses, seminars and certifications in this important area of ​​boxing, both in Mexico, the United States and in other parts of the world, through the WBC UNIVERSITY platform.

Mauricio Sulaimán attended the inauguration of the President of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo