[Boxing]: Ancajas vs Martinez - Feb 26, 2022

[Scripture]

This is not something directly to the fight but I'm just happy that local news here our now creating an article related to the fight. Before, only popular boxers are covered but now, all PH rising stars are now also included. Talking about GMA news here although I don't know if other networks also covering the same news.

I just learned thru their news channel that the fight will be postponed due to the Omicron Variant that is now opposing the new threat of infection in the world.
https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/sports/boxing/813296/ancajas-vs-ioka-unification-bout-postponed-due-to-omicron-travel-restrictions/story/

Japan is known to be too strict in its fight against Covid. No wonder they postponed right away any public events in their country for a brief period of time.

Its good that they postponed this match as early as possible, though some matches will still push through this month despite of the thread of the new variant. With regards to Ancajas, I'm impressed with his record and I know he can still defend his title. Let's wait for their announcement on the final date of this match, it can happen by January maybe.

[Kemarit]

This is not something directly to the fight but I'm just happy that local news here our now creating an article related to the fight. Before, only popular boxers are covered but now, all PH rising stars are now also included. Talking about GMA news here although I don't know if other networks also covering the same news.

I just learned thru their news channel that the fight will be postponed due to the Omicron Variant that is now opposing the new threat of infection in the world.
https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/sports/boxing/813296/ancajas-vs-ioka-unification-bout-postponed-due-to-omicron-travel-restrictions/story/

Japan is known to be too strict in its fight against Covid. No wonder they postponed right away any public events in their country for a brief period of time.

Its good that they postponed this match as early as possible, though some matches will still push through this month despite of the thread of the new variant. With regards to Ancajas, I'm impressed with his record and I know he can still defend his title. Let's wait for their announcement on the final date of this match, it can happen by January maybe.

I doubt that it will happen in January, this might push through at least 2-3 months I reckon.

As I have said, Japan is very strict with their covid-19 protocols and they don't want to happen to them what transpired during the initial spread of covid-19 in their country.

So just like the rest of you guys, we can't do anything but to wait for the fight because we all anticipated that this is going to be a good boxing match. I like Ancajas but Ioka is a big challenge for this 11th defense and then he will also take the belt of Ioka for unification.

[Lanatsa]

This is not something directly to the fight but I'm just happy that local news here our now creating an article related to the fight. Before, only popular boxers are covered but now, all PH rising stars are now also included. Talking about GMA news here although I don't know if other networks also covering the same news.

I just learned thru their news channel that the fight will be postponed due to the Omicron Variant that is now opposing the new threat of infection in the world.
https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/sports/boxing/813296/ancajas-vs-ioka-unification-bout-postponed-due-to-omicron-travel-restrictions/story/

Japan is known to be too strict in its fight against Covid. No wonder they postponed right away any public events in their country for a brief period of time.

Its good that they postponed this match as early as possible, though some matches will still push through this month despite of the thread of the new variant. With regards to Ancajas, I'm impressed with his record and I know he can still defend his title. Let's wait for their announcement on the final date of this match, it can happen by January maybe.

All possible dates could be indefinite or simply waiting up for more upcoming announcement because it would push through if everything turns out to be fine

already and it sucks that we do have another delay of fights because of this new covid variant and I wont be surprised if other fights would be postponed as

well because we do really need to follow some health protocol.As for record or stats then Ancajas is impressive.

[crzy]

This is not something directly to the fight but I'm just happy that local news here our now creating an article related to the fight. Before, only popular boxers are covered but now, all PH rising stars are now also included. Talking about GMA news here although I don't know if other networks also covering the same news.

I just learned thru their news channel that the fight will be postponed due to the Omicron Variant that is now opposing the new threat of infection in the world.
https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/sports/boxing/813296/ancajas-vs-ioka-unification-bout-postponed-due-to-omicron-travel-restrictions/story/

Japan is known to be too strict in its fight against Covid. No wonder they postponed right away any public events in their country for a brief period of time.

Its good that they postponed this match as early as possible, though some matches will still push through this month despite of the thread of the new variant. With regards to Ancajas, I'm impressed with his record and I know he can still defend his title. Let's wait for their announcement on the final date of this match, it can happen by January maybe.

All possible dates could be indefinite or simply waiting up for more upcoming announcement because it would push through if everything turns out to be fine

already and it sucks that we do have another delay of fights because of this new covid variant and I wont be surprised if other fights would be postponed as

well because we do really need to follow some health protocol.As for record or stats then Ancajas is impressive.

The safety of the boxer here are the top priority and its a good move for Japan team to postponed the match.
I don't think any matches will be postponed especially with Casimero, Donaire and other boxers since the match will happen this week as far as I know. I din't know much about Ancajas, but its number is really amazing hope he can still have that belt longer.

[Dave1]

This is not something directly to the fight but I'm just happy that local news here our now creating an article related to the fight. Before, only popular boxers are covered but now, all PH rising stars are now also included. Talking about GMA news here although I don't know if other networks also covering the same news.

I just learned thru their news channel that the fight will be postponed due to the Omicron Variant that is now opposing the new threat of infection in the world.
https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/sports/boxing/813296/ancajas-vs-ioka-unification-bout-postponed-due-to-omicron-travel-restrictions/story/

Japan is known to be too strict in its fight against Covid. No wonder they postponed right away any public events in their country for a brief period of time.

Its good that they postponed this match as early as possible, though some matches will still push through this month despite of the thread of the new variant. With regards to Ancajas, I'm impressed with his record and I know he can still defend his title. Let's wait for their announcement on the final date of this match, it can happen by January maybe.

All possible dates could be indefinite or simply waiting up for more upcoming announcement because it would push through if everything turns out to be fine

already and it sucks that we do have another delay of fights because of this new covid variant and I wont be surprised if other fights would be postponed as

well because we do really need to follow some health protocol.As for record or stats then Ancajas is impressive.

The safety of the boxer here are the top priority and its a good move for Japan team to postponed the match.
I don't think any matches will be postponed especially with Casimero, Donaire and other boxers since the match will happen this week as far as I know. I din't know much about Ancajas, but its number is really amazing hope he can still have that belt longer.

The match between Casimero and Butler is in Middle East as far as I can remember and Donaire and Gaballo is in the US, and there's no report of cancellation.

Right, safety first of the boxers before anything is, and Japan is very tough on it as far as safety protocols that's why they have to postponed this one.

Perhaps Ancajas is one underrated boxer, but his record speaks volume, 10 successful defense of his 115 lbs belt and that's really impressive.

[Silberman]

This is not something directly to the fight but I'm just happy that local news here our now creating an article related to the fight. Before, only popular boxers are covered but now, all PH rising stars are now also included. Talking about GMA news here although I don't know if other networks also covering the same news.

I just learned thru their news channel that the fight will be postponed due to the Omicron Variant that is now opposing the new threat of infection in the world.
https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/sports/boxing/813296/ancajas-vs-ioka-unification-bout-postponed-due-to-omicron-travel-restrictions/story/

Japan is known to be too strict in its fight against Covid. No wonder they postponed right away any public events in their country for a brief period of time.

Its good that they postponed this match as early as possible, though some matches will still push through this month despite of the thread of the new variant. With regards to Ancajas, I'm impressed with his record and I know he can still defend his title. Let's wait for their announcement on the final date of this match, it can happen by January maybe.

All possible dates could be indefinite or simply waiting up for more upcoming announcement because it would push through if everything turns out to be fine

already and it sucks that we do have another delay of fights because of this new covid variant and I wont be surprised if other fights would be postponed as

well because we do really need to follow some health protocol.As for record or stats then Ancajas is impressive.

And that is the issue, if a definitive date could be given then both fighters could just adjust their training regime to be ready to that new date, however we do not really know when the green light will be given to the fight and it is difficult to train yourself as hard as you should do it when there is not a clear goal in sight about when you will need to perform at your best, and the one that can do better during that period of time will have an advantage at the upcoming fight.

[samcrypto]

All possible dates could be indefinite or simply waiting up for more upcoming announcement because it would push through if everything turns out to be fine

already and it sucks that we do have another delay of fights because of this new covid variant and I wont be surprised if other fights would be postponed as

well because we do really need to follow some health protocol.As for record or stats then Ancajas is impressive.

And that is the issue, if a definitive date could be given then both fighters could just adjust their training regime to be ready to that new date, however we do not really know when the green light will be given to the fight and it is difficult to train yourself as hard as you should do it when there is not a clear goal in sight about when you will need to perform at your best, and the one that can do better during that period of time will have an advantage at the upcoming fight.

Most probably they know the tentative date to stay prepared for the match and for their trainings, they can’t just report it on Public since it can be postponed again especially if the new variant becomes more active. They really have to maintain their good health and stay active, its not easy to postponed a match especially if you are already working on it, but that’s a good thing to do.

[Hypnosis00]

All possible dates could be indefinite or simply waiting up for more upcoming announcement because it would push through if everything turns out to be fine

already and it sucks that we do have another delay of fights because of this new covid variant and I wont be surprised if other fights would be postponed as

well because we do really need to follow some health protocol.As for record or stats then Ancajas is impressive.

And that is the issue, if a definitive date could be given then both fighters could just adjust their training regime to be ready to that new date, however we do not really know when the green light will be given to the fight and it is difficult to train yourself as hard as you should do it when there is not a clear goal in sight about when you will need to perform at your best, and the one that can do better during that period of time will have an advantage at the upcoming fight.

Most probably they know the tentative date to stay prepared for the match and for their trainings, they can’t just report it on Public since it can be postponed again especially if the new variant becomes more active. They really have to maintain their good health and stay active, its not easy to postponed a match especially if you are already working on it, but that’s a good thing to do.

The training sessions cost them money to pay for the trainers, and other staff necessary to keep the fighter ready, and if it's postponed, that means there will be another expense coming up so they'll double-spend though it would also give them more time to train. Blamed this to Omicron virus, Japan is not really taking this virus lightly.

[Johnyz]

All possible dates could be indefinite or simply waiting up for more upcoming announcement because it would push through if everything turns out to be fine

already and it sucks that we do have another delay of fights because of this new covid variant and I wont be surprised if other fights would be postponed as

well because we do really need to follow some health protocol.As for record or stats then Ancajas is impressive.

And that is the issue, if a definitive date could be given then both fighters could just adjust their training regime to be ready to that new date, however we do not really know when the green light will be given to the fight and it is difficult to train yourself as hard as you should do it when there is not a clear goal in sight about when you will need to perform at your best, and the one that can do better during that period of time will have an advantage at the upcoming fight.

Most probably they know the tentative date to stay prepared for the match and for their trainings, they can’t just report it on Public since it can be postponed again especially if the new variant becomes more active. They really have to maintain their good health and stay active, its not easy to postponed a match especially if you are already working on it, but that’s a good thing to do.

The training sessions cost them money to pay for the trainers, and other staff necessary to keep the fighter ready, and if it's postponed, that means there will be another expense coming up so they'll double-spend though it would also give them more time to train. Blamed this to Omicron virus, Japan is not really taking this virus lightly.

That’s the consequences they have to face on postponing this match and that’s fine for the defending champion because he can have more time to prepare and have a good trainings to defend his title and stay longer with it. We know that Japan is too strict with this, not unless they do this match on other country with a lesser restriction, this might push through early next year.

[crzy]

That’s the consequences they have to face on postponing this match and that’s fine for the defending champion because he can have more time to prepare and have a good trainings to defend his title and stay longer with it. We know that Japan is too strict with this, not unless they do this match on other country with a lesser restriction, this might push through early next year.

They can’t just change the venue easily, it will cost them huge money as well and beside Ioka is a Japanese so this might be the reason why they choose that location. Let’s deal with this since they already postponed the match and what to do next is to stay fit and active, stay focus and never get distracted by this delay. Ancajas has the advantage on this since he can still have more time to train because he is defending a huge title on his belt.

[Mahanton]

That’s the consequences they have to face on postponing this match and that’s fine for the defending champion because he can have more time to prepare and have a good trainings to defend his title and stay longer with it. We know that Japan is too strict with this, not unless they do this match on other country with a lesser restriction, this might push through early next year.

They can’t just change the venue easily, it will cost them huge money as well and beside Ioka is a Japanese so this might be the reason why they choose that location. Let’s deal with this since they already postponed the match and what to do next is to stay fit and active, stay focus and never get distracted by this delay. Ancajas has the advantage on this since he can still have more time to train because he is defending a huge title on his belt.

Both boxers could really have some advantage because it would really be giving off some time for them to trading themselves and be prepared for the upcoming fight.

This isnt only the fight that had been postponed but others as well on where lots of disappointments because everything had been set up already but  due to this
new variant we are experiencing these delays once again.

Yeah, its sucks but theres nothing we could do about it but to deal with it.

[Jating]

That’s the consequences they have to face on postponing this match and that’s fine for the defending champion because he can have more time to prepare and have a good trainings to defend his title and stay longer with it. We know that Japan is too strict with this, not unless they do this match on other country with a lesser restriction, this might push through early next year.

They can’t just change the venue easily, it will cost them huge money as well and beside Ioka is a Japanese so this might be the reason why they choose that location. Let’s deal with this since they already postponed the match and what to do next is to stay fit and active, stay focus and never get distracted by this delay. Ancajas has the advantage on this since he can still have more time to train because he is defending a huge title on his belt.

It's probably the same place in Japan next year, as you have said, the organizers have shelter out huge money already so they might as well just wait when the government gives them the clearance to stage the fight. Thus no need to venue change, all the fighters should do is just focus and continue their training and wait for the call from the promoters and organizers if they are good to go. More time more training so take advantage of it.

[btc_angela]

Just watched the highlights of Ancajas vs Jamie Conlan and that body shots was really wicked.

Maybe this will be his strategy against Ioka, his body shots because it will really slow down any of his opponents once he landed this one.

Unfortunately though, we will have to wait for this fight. But after watching Ancajas vs Conlan, I'm more leaning towards the Filipino here.

[Fredomago]

Just watched the highlights of Ancajas vs Jamie Conlan and that body shots was really wicked.

Maybe this will be his strategy against Ioka, his body shots because it will really slow down any of his opponents once he landed this one.

Unfortunately though, we will have to wait for this fight. But after watching Ancajas vs Conlan, I'm more leaning towards the Filipino here.

That's a good advantage for the pinoy pride. Once he landed a good body shot and slow the opponent, up he can then throw solid combinations either more on the body or he can attack the face to create more damages and a possible KO. We don't know how
the training camp will condition Ancajas and what strategy they have in mind.

But, in every fighter, there's always a combination of their system. I follow you with your pick

got that same impression.

[Ziskinberg]

Just watched the highlights of Ancajas vs Jamie Conlan and that body shots was really wicked.

Maybe this will be his strategy against Ioka, his body shots because it will really slow down any of his opponents once he landed this one.

Unfortunately though, we will have to wait for this fight. But after watching Ancajas vs Conlan, I'm more leaning towards the Filipino here.

That's a good advantage for the pinoy pride. Once he landed a good body shot and slow the opponent, up he can then throw solid combinations either more on the body or he can attack the face to create more damages and a possible KO. We don't know how
the training camp will condition Ancajas and what strategy they have in mind.

But, in every fighter, there's always a combination of their system. I follow you with your pick

got that same impression.

It's always head and body combination, but if the defense of a fighter is good, he makes sure he will protect his body because if the body will fall, the head will follow, you know what I'm saying. After seeing how Donaire beat Gaballo with a "liver shot", that makes me think anyone would not be able to surive if hits hard in that area, so it's a good technique to beat an opponent especially if it's a taller one.

[Gosgosking]

Just watched the highlights of Ancajas vs Jamie Conlan and that body shots was really wicked.

Maybe this will be his strategy against Ioka, his body shots because it will really slow down any of his opponents once he landed this one.

Unfortunately though, we will have to wait for this fight. But after watching Ancajas vs Conlan, I'm more leaning towards the Filipino here.

You never can tell what if loka have a good strategy in defending the shots of ancajas. 
Though ancajas is a very good fighter with good fighting skills but I can't really tell who will win the fight, sometimes who win is unpredictable.

[Jating]

Just watched the highlights of Ancajas vs Jamie Conlan and that body shots was really wicked.

Maybe this will be his strategy against Ioka, his body shots because it will really slow down any of his opponents once he landed this one.

Unfortunately though, we will have to wait for this fight. But after watching Ancajas vs Conlan, I'm more leaning towards the Filipino here.

Filipino Flash Nonito Donaire bet his fellow compatriot with a body shot. And if Ancajas has that in his arsenal then he should utilized is as the Japanese might be weak in that area.

And we've seen a lot of good boxers really good down with a good body shot so no surprised if Ancajas are going to throw a lot just like in the Conlan fight because it can really show down anyone. But it should be perfect as he is going to be open for a counter right which Ioka has some power in that hand.

[freedomgo]

Just watched the highlights of Ancajas vs Jamie Conlan and that body shots was really wicked.

Maybe this will be his strategy against Ioka, his body shots because it will really slow down any of his opponents once he landed this one.

Unfortunately though, we will have to wait for this fight. But after watching Ancajas vs Conlan, I'm more leaning towards the Filipino here.

You never can tell what if loka have a good strategy in defending the shots of ancajas. 
Though ancajas is a very good fighter with good fighting skills but I can't really tell who will win the fight, sometimes who win is unpredictable.

Sometimes I'm biased and in this fight, I'm biased, lol.. I'm with Ancajas to win here, I did not review the highlights of his opponent but I believe that Ancajas could win. He is still young, I hope he will improve like Donaire because for me, Donaire is the greatest boxer in the Philippines alive, next to Pacquiao of course.

[btc_angela]

Just watched the highlights of Ancajas vs Jamie Conlan and that body shots was really wicked.

Maybe this will be his strategy against Ioka, his body shots because it will really slow down any of his opponents once he landed this one.

Unfortunately though, we will have to wait for this fight. But after watching Ancajas vs Conlan, I'm more leaning towards the Filipino here.

That's a good advantage for the pinoy pride. Once he landed a good body shot and slow the opponent, up he can then throw solid combinations either more on the body or he can attack the face to create more damages and a possible KO. We don't know how
the training camp will condition Ancajas and what strategy they have in mind.

But, in every fighter, there's always a combination of their system. I follow you with your pick

got that same impression.

It's always head and body combination, but if the defense of a fighter is good, he makes sure he will protect his body because if the body will fall, the head will follow, you know what I'm saying. After seeing how Donaire beat Gaballo with a "liver shot", that makes me think anyone would not be able to surive if hits hard in that area, so it's a good technique to beat an opponent especially if it's a taller one.

True, the Donaire vs Gaballo fight is a classic example on how a body shots can end a fight and that is the beauty of it. And that is what Ancajas did to the British fighter, it was not a once punch, although everytime he hits him in the body he grimaces in pain until the referee stop the fight.

@Gosgosking - I know that Ioka might have a good strategy against Ancajas. But what I'm saying is that Jerwin possesses a good body shot as well. May not be perfect but it can do the job if he hits on the right spot on Ioka.

[Silberman]

That’s the consequences they have to face on postponing this match and that’s fine for the defending champion because he can have more time to prepare and have a good trainings to defend his title and stay longer with it. We know that Japan is too strict with this, not unless they do this match on other country with a lesser restriction, this might push through early next year.

They can’t just change the venue easily, it will cost them huge money as well and beside Ioka is a Japanese so this might be the reason why they choose that location. Let’s deal with this since they already postponed the match and what to do next is to stay fit and active, stay focus and never get distracted by this delay. Ancajas has the advantage on this since he can still have more time to train because he is defending a huge title on his belt.

It is true that most likely this is not an easy thing to do, but if the fight is delayed for too long it will have to be canceled or they will have to change the venue of the fight, and I suppose that canceling the fight should be even more costly, after all we must understand that in order to reach top shape boxers need a full team of specialists working for them 24/7, and if there is no fight then this means all of those expenses would have been for nothing.