{"id":176327,"date":"2026-02-17T12:59:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T18:59:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wbcboxing.com\/kenneth-rapista-derrota-a-zhongchao-tao\/"},"modified":"2026-02-17T13:02:26","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T19:02:26","slug":"kenneth-rapista-defeats-zhongchao-tao-to-claim-wbc-far-east-silver-title-in-sultan-kudarat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wbcboxing.com\/en\/kenneth-rapista-defeats-zhongchao-tao-to-claim-wbc-far-east-silver-title-in-sultan-kudarat\/","title":{"rendered":"Kenneth Rapista Defeats Zhongchao Tao"},"content":{"rendered":"

Kenneth Rapista Defeats Zhongchao Tao to Claim WBC Far East Silver Title in Sultan Kudarat<\/strong><\/h2>\n

In a thrilling championship contest in Sultan Kudarat, Philippines, Kenneth Rapista emerged victorious over China\u2019s Zhongchao Tao to capture the prestigious WBC Far East Silver Super-Flyweight title.<\/p>\n

From the opening bell, both fighters displayed exceptional skill and determination in what proved to be a closely contested battle. Zhongchao Tao brought sharp combinations and relentless pressure, while Rapista answered with precision, composure, and strong ring generalship.<\/p>\n

After twelve competitive rounds, the judges scored the bout unanimously in favor of Rapista with identical scorecards of 96-94, 96-94, 96-94.<\/p>\n

The narrow margins reflected just how competitive the contest was, and the fans in attendance were treated to a high-level showdown between two outstanding warriors.<\/p>\n

With this victory, Kenneth Rapista proudly adds the WBC Far East Silver Super-Flyweight championship to his r\u00e9sum\u00e9, marking a major milestone in his career and strengthening his standing in the region.<\/p>\n

Credit to Zhongchao Tao for a tremendous performance in a fight that truly lived up to championship expectations.<\/p>\n

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Kenneth Rapista Defeats Zhongchao Tao to Claim WBC Far East Silver Title in Sultan Kudarat In a thrilling championship contest in Sultan Kudarat, Philippines, Kenneth Rapista [\u2026]<\/span><\/p>\n

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