[Boxing] Figueroa vs Magsayo WBC Interim Featherweight Title (March 4)

[Kasabus]

Stamina was always been a problem for Mark Magsayo, I even thought that maybe it was because they don't have a good place where to jog as I have always seen them jogging on the second Mactan bridge in Cebu when he was still with the ALA stable but that problem still exist even if he was there in the US, though there is a little improvement but still it is noticeable.

I have to agree with you regarding the stamina concerns for Magsayo.

But since changing head trainer in October last year, I'm sure his camp already working out for a long on how to improve Magsayo's stamina.

After all, it's not that he's really getting totally exhausted the entire fight but rather just a noticeably lacking strength of his punches. Magsayo was able to survive the 12-round fight against Rey Vargas and just needs a good adjustment on how to make his stamina last longer to be able to keep also his strength last long.

I'm sure that Mark Magsayo and his camp learned something about his last encounter with Vargas, whether if it's stamina or endurance to finish the whole 12 rounds without giving any huge signs of exhaustion. It's impossible to think that Magsayo haven't improved even for just a little bit after that fight as Vargas gave him a nightmare after that and I believe that became his driving force to thrive even more to be a champion once again in the future. Now, if he will still fail against Figueroa, then maybe he's just another Philippine boxer that will come and go.

[serjent05]

Stamina was always been a problem for Mark Magsayo, I even thought that maybe it was because they don't have a good place where to jog as I have always seen them jogging on the second Mactan bridge in Cebu when he was still with the ALA stable but that problem still exist even if he was there in the US, though there is a little improvement but still it is noticeable.

I have to agree with you regarding the stamina concerns for Magsayo.

But since changing head trainer in October last year, I'm sure his camp already working out for a long on how to improve Magsayo's stamina.

After all, it's not that he's really getting totally exhausted the entire fight but rather just a noticeably lacking strength of his punches. Magsayo was able to survive the 12-round fight against Rey Vargas and just needs a good adjustment on how to make his stamina last longer to be able to keep also his strength last long.

I'm sure that Mark Magsayo and his camp learned something about his last encounter with Vargas, whether if it's stamina or endurance to finish the whole 12 rounds without giving any huge signs of exhaustion. It's impossible to think that Magsayo haven't improved even for just a little bit after that fight as Vargas gave him a nightmare after that and I believe that became his driving force to thrive even more to be a champion once again in the future. Now, if he will still fail against Figueroa, then maybe he's just another Philippine boxer that will come and go.

I hope that is what will happen but often times I observe that most of the problem of Filipino boxers is stamina.  Even Donaire and Pacquiao have some fight that they are completely exhausted and just dragging thier stamina to end the fight.

So I think if ever Magsayo had fixed his shortcomings then there is a huge possibility for him to win in a game.

[Baofeng]

Stamina was always been a problem for Mark Magsayo, I even thought that maybe it was because they don't have a good place where to jog as I have always seen them jogging on the second Mactan bridge in Cebu when he was still with the ALA stable but that problem still exist even if he was there in the US, though there is a little improvement but still it is noticeable.

I have to agree with you regarding the stamina concerns for Magsayo.

But since changing head trainer in October last year, I'm sure his camp already working out for a long on how to improve Magsayo's stamina.

After all, it's not that he's really getting totally exhausted the entire fight but rather just a noticeably lacking strength of his punches. Magsayo was able to survive the 12-round fight against Rey Vargas and just needs a good adjustment on how to make his stamina last longer to be able to keep also his strength last long.

I'm sure that Mark Magsayo and his camp learned something about his last encounter with Vargas, whether if it's stamina or endurance to finish the whole 12 rounds without giving any huge signs of exhaustion. It's impossible to think that Magsayo haven't improved even for just a little bit after that fight as Vargas gave him a nightmare after that and I believe that became his driving force to thrive even more to be a champion once again in the future. Now, if he will still fail against Figueroa, then maybe he's just another Philippine boxer that will come and go.

Mark has gone back to his old coach, Marvin Somodio and a conditioning coach, so this might help him a lot against Brandon Figueroa's match. It's not that Freddie Roach failed or wait, maybe there could be language barriers and so it's good to be back with Marvin who have trained him most of his careers.

And with a conditioning coach, it could give Mark the needed trainings on how he can improved his stamina and gas tank because that's what we all notice in his fight that he gasses out in the middle or later rounds. Maybe because he is a puncher, and if his power doesn't hit someone, it will really take a big toll on his strength that will affect his stamina. Hopefully this is going to be corrected by the team against Figueroa.

[chaser15]

I'm sure that Mark Magsayo and his camp learned something about his last encounter with Vargas, whether if it's stamina or endurance to finish the whole 12 rounds without giving any huge signs of exhaustion. It's impossible to think that Magsayo haven't improved even for just a little bit after that fight as Vargas gave him a nightmare after that and I believe that became his driving force to thrive even more to be a champion once again in the future. Now, if he will still fail against Figueroa, then maybe he's just another Philippine boxer that will come and go.

Not just the stamina but Magsayo's camp surely also work out how to counter against a tall boxer with a long reach compare to him. Vargas is almost just the same as Figueroa in terms of height and also has long arms. They sure prepared on that as Magsayo also has a goal of becoming a world title holder again.

I agree with that even with such intense training and preparation, but still, losing to Figueroa, it would be clear that Magsayo's dominance before and clean record can't handle the competition in the top rankings at the Featherweight. But not thinking that way as I believed, Magsayo will have to chance to be the interim champion and faces Vargas next for the WBC Featherweight Title.

[coin-investor]

After the Fury - Tyson match this is another must-watch match for the boxing enthusiast, not a championship one but this one generates a lot of interest because both fighters are coming from loss, and they need to bounce back for their career and for the title, somebody's journey will end com March 4, it's great to watch non-title bouts for two fighters with good potential and they are both coming from loss because they will give everything they've got to get back in contention.
A consecutive loss is devastating for any boxer, especially for a young and former champion, so expect both fighters to fight intelligently and aggressively.

[harizen]

After the Fury - Tyson match this is another must-watch match for the boxing enthusiast, not a championship one but this one generates a lot of interest because both fighters are coming from loss, and they need to bounce back for their career and for the title, somebody's journey will end com March 4, it's great to watch non-title bouts for two fighters with good potential and they are both coming from loss because they will give everything they've got to get back in contention.
A consecutive loss is devastating for any boxer, especially for a young and former champion, so expect both fighters to fight intelligently and aggressively.

A non-title bout but this fight is a ticket for a title match, a mandatory fight against the current WBC Featherweight title Rey Vargas.

Actually, this fight is supposed to be almost a title fight as the winner of this might be possible to be elevated to WBC Featherweight champion if Vargas won against Foster several weeks as that win will expect him to move up weight and vacant his WBC Featherweight title.

But since Vargas loses, the winner between Figueroa and Magsayo will have to face him to fully elevate being an interim champion to a champion if successfully beat the reigning champion, Rey Vargas.

[goinmerry]

Stamina was always been a problem for Mark Magsayo, I even thought that maybe it was because they don't have a good place where to jog as I have always seen them jogging on the second Mactan bridge in Cebu when he was still with the ALA stable but that problem still exist even if he was there in the US, though there is a little improvement but still it is noticeable.

I have to agree with you regarding the stamina concerns for Magsayo.

But since changing head trainer in October last year, I'm sure his camp already working out for a long on how to improve Magsayo's stamina.

After all, it's not that he's really getting totally exhausted the entire fight but rather just a noticeably lacking strength of his punches. Magsayo was able to survive the 12-round fight against Rey Vargas and just needs a good adjustment on how to make his stamina last longer to be able to keep also his strength last long.

I'm sure that Mark Magsayo and his camp learned something about his last encounter with Vargas, whether if it's stamina or endurance to finish the whole 12 rounds without giving any huge signs of exhaustion. It's impossible to think that Magsayo haven't improved even for just a little bit after that fight as Vargas gave him a nightmare after that and I believe that became his driving force to thrive even more to be a champion once again in the future. Now, if he will still fail against Figueroa, then maybe he's just another Philippine boxer that will come and go.

They really should. After all, it's not that Magsayo will always have a shot to the title fight. If he will lose this, he will eventually loses his top rankings and might be back again from scratch. Figueroa, Vargas etc. there are lots of good boxers in the Featherweight that Magsayo needs to face and won to fully recognized being a top featherweight.

PH needs another title holder so I hope Magsayo will goes back into champion list.

[Pamadar]

After the Fury - Tyson match this is another must-watch match for the boxing enthusiast, not a championship one but this one generates a lot of interest because both fighters are coming from loss, and they need to bounce back for their career and for the title, somebody's journey will end com March 4, it's great to watch non-title bouts for two fighters with good potential and they are both coming from loss because they will give everything they've got to get back in contention.
A consecutive loss is devastating for any boxer, especially for a young and former champion, so expect both fighters to fight intelligently and aggressively.

A non-title bout but this fight is a ticket for a title match, a mandatory fight against the current WBC Featherweight title Rey Vargas.

Actually, this fight is supposed to be almost a title fight as the winner of this might be possible to be elevated to WBC Featherweight champion if Vargas won against Foster several weeks as that win will expect him to move up weight and vacant his WBC Featherweight title.

But since Vargas loses, the winner between Figueroa and Magsayo will have to face him to fully elevate being an interim champion to a champion if successfully beat the reigning champion, Rey Vargas.

The reason why both Figueroa and Magsayo are eager to beat one another for that chance, we will see who among the two great fighters will win and will going to challenge the current champ.

If only Vargas wins that last fight, it's an automatic belt for whoever is the winner of this fight, but fate
decided for these two fighters to face Vargas for a title which is really favorable to them in terms of a
money matters, another fight that may attract more fans and bring more profits.

[chaser15]

If only Vargas wins that last fight, it's an automatic belt for whoever is the winner of this fight, but fate
decided for these two fighters to face Vargas for a title which is really favorable to them in terms of a
money matters, another fight that may attract more fans and bring more profits.

We should disregard money matters here as even if the fight will have a low market, it's a mandatory fight that will happen no matter what. It's good for me that Rey Vargas loses that fight against Foster as he thinks he can handle already the division he wants to conquer.

I also want to see Magsayo facing Rey Vargas soon if he wins this fight against Figueroa as to how he can be considered a top-rank Featherweight if he can't get a win against the boxer who stole his title before. A few days from now and we will now witness the clash between Figueroa and Magsayo.

I wonder who's the one Vargas is rooting for to be his challenger.

[Ryker1]

If only Vargas wins that last fight, it's an automatic belt for whoever is the winner of this fight, but fate
decided for these two fighters to face Vargas for a title which is really favorable to them in terms of a
money matters, another fight that may attract more fans and bring more profits.

We should disregard money matters here as even if the fight will have a low market, it's a mandatory fight that will happen no matter what. It's good for me that Rey Vargas loses that fight against Foster as he thinks he can handle already the division he wants to conquer.

I also want to see Magsayo facing Rey Vargas soon if he wins this fight against Figueroa as to how he can be considered a top-rank Featherweight if he can't get a win against the boxer who stole his title before. A few days from now and we will now witness the clash between Figueroa and Magsayo.

I wonder who's the one Vargas is rooting for to be his challenger.

If Magsayo wins --it would certainly be interesting to see him face Rey Vargas, who is another top-rank Featherweight. Vargas previously held the WBC Super Bantamweight title before moving up to Featherweight, and he could prove to be a tough challenge for Magsayo. A single fight does not necessarily determine a fighter's worth or ranking in their division. Magsayo's loss to Isaac Dogboe in 2018 does not negate his other impressive performances and victories. Similarly --a win over Figueroa would not automatically make Magsayo the top-ranked Featherweight or guarantee him a fight against Vargas which I highly doubted. But my opinion is the outcome of the Figueroa vs Magsayo fight will likely have implications for the Featherweight division and potential matchups in the future, but it is important to view each fight on its own merit and not make assumptions based on past performances or rivalries.
I am in favor of Magsayo in this matchup.
I voted Magsayo by KO/TKO.

[Kelvinid]

I am in favor of Magsayo in this matchup.
I voted Magsayo by KO/TKO.

It would be a great fight if Magsayo and Vargas have a rematch, both are no longer undefeated, one coming from a big win while the other came from a huge loss. So, the momentum is probably on Magsayo, and I have a feeling that he will be able to prove to us that he is better than Vargas. However, for that to happen, Magsayo needs to defeat Figueroa first, who is highly favored to win.

[inthelongrun]

I'm sure that Mark Magsayo and his camp learned something about his last encounter with Vargas, whether if it's stamina or endurance to finish the whole 12 rounds without giving any huge signs of exhaustion. It's impossible to think that Magsayo haven't improved even for just a little bit after that fight as Vargas gave him a nightmare after that and I believe that became his driving force to thrive even more to be a champion once again in the future. Now, if he will still fail against Figueroa, then maybe he's just another Philippine boxer that will come and go.

Not just the stamina but Magsayo's camp surely also work out how to counter against a tall boxer with a long reach compare to him. Vargas is almost just the same as Figueroa in terms of height and also has long arms. They sure prepared on that as Magsayo also has a goal of becoming a world title holder again.

I agree with that even with such intense training and preparation, but still, losing to Figueroa, it would be clear that Magsayo's dominance before and clean record can't handle the competition in the top rankings at the Featherweight. But not thinking that way as I believed, Magsayo will have to chance to be the interim champion and faces Vargas next for the WBC Featherweight Title.

Maybe there are things that cannot be changed in months and even a year. Magsayo's stamina has been an issue long before and yet it remains an issue. The good thing here is Magsayo in spite of fighting a taller fighter with more reach does not need to chase since Figueroa is a brawler. Figueroa is probably not going to run as seen from his previous fights so he will be hittable by Magsayo's power punches. The problem though is when Figueroa won't get hurt by Magsayo's big punches. And once Figueroa becomes confident, I have doubts about Magsayo's ability to fight in a brawl. Magsayo's lack of stamina and the body punches from Figueroa might bring an end to this fight. So I am rooting for Magsayo's big punches to hurt and stop Figueroa in the first half of the fight.   

[bisdak40]

Maybe there are things that cannot be changed in months and even a year. Magsayo's stamina has been an issue long before and yet it remains an issue. The good thing here is Magsayo in spite of fighting a taller fighter with more reach does not need to chase since Figueroa is a brawler. Figueroa is probably not going to run as seen from his previous fights so he will be hittable by Magsayo's power punches. The problem though is when Figueroa won't get hurt by Magsayo's big punches. And once Figueroa becomes confident, I have doubts about Magsayo's ability to fight in a brawl. Magsayo's lack of stamina and the body punches from Figueroa might bring an end to this fight. So I am rooting for Magsayo's big punches to hurt and stop Figueroa in the first half of the fight.   

Mark Magsayo should be able to hurt Figueroa in the early rounds because that way he would take out the confidence of the latter to engage as the fight progresses. We all know that Figueroa has a granite chin so I'm not so sure if Mark could KO him unless he could land those bombs with blinding speed. Also rooting here for Magsayo and I'm hoping that could score points in the early rounds as his opponent is a slow starter, that might make the difference in this match.

More betting options now for this fight and that Mark Magsayo by decision @6.40 is very tempting for me.

[inthelongrun]

Maybe there are things that cannot be changed in months and even a year. Magsayo's stamina has been an issue long before and yet it remains an issue. The good thing here is Magsayo in spite of fighting a taller fighter with more reach does not need to chase since Figueroa is a brawler. Figueroa is probably not going to run as seen from his previous fights so he will be hittable by Magsayo's power punches. The problem though is when Figueroa won't get hurt by Magsayo's big punches. And once Figueroa becomes confident, I have doubts about Magsayo's ability to fight in a brawl. Magsayo's lack of stamina and the body punches from Figueroa might bring an end to this fight. So I am rooting for Magsayo's big punches to hurt and stop Figueroa in the first half of the fight.   

Mark Magsayo should be able to hurt Figueroa in the early rounds because that way he would take out the confidence of the latter to engage as the fight progresses. We all know that Figueroa has a granite chin so I'm not so sure if Mark could KO him unless he could land those bombs with blinding speed. Also rooting here for Magsayo and I'm hoping that could score points in the early rounds as his opponent is a slow starter, that might make the difference in this match.

More betting options now for this fight and that Mark Magsayo by decision @6.40 is very tempting for me.

I didn't think that the odds for a KO and decision for Magsayo are that high. But I always pick the analysis from betting companies rather than the media who can talk all they want without risking money. Magsayo winning a decision IMO would be the last thing I can think of. Magsayo should win by a KO/TKO or he is the one getting stopped by Figueroa. Magsayo though has a good chin but Figueroa is a body puncher as well and combined with Magsayo's lack of stamina. It spells disaster in the second half if Magsayo cannot hurt Figueroa.

[Sanitough]

I didn't think that the odds for a KO and decision for Magsayo are that high.

Both the KO and decision odds are high, which I like. I have to admit I'm a little biased here, but even though he is an underdog, this boxer has only lost once in his career. It's a redemption fight for him, so I expect him to be more aggressive and try to look for a KO. With that said, I'm taking Magsayo to win via KO/TKO.

[Pamadar]

I didn't think that the odds for a KO and decision for Magsayo are that high.

Both the KO and decision odds are high, which I like. I have to admit I'm a little biased here, but even though he is an underdog, this boxer has only lost once in his career. It's a redemption fight for him, so I expect him to be more aggressive and try to look for a KO. With that said, I'm taking Magsayo to win via KO/TKO.

With decent odd, taking Magsayo will be a good option in placing your bet here. Like what you mentioned, he will try to redeem himself after that defeat and lose his belt.

Same with you, I will also spare some of my money in betting with him to win, I'm expecting to see good adjustment
from him, especially with his stamina, hope his trainer finds some good system to increase his capability to take a long
fight,.

[LUCKMCFLY]

it is a decision for Magsayo , like what most votes here now and I am sure that with his confidence and advantage he will get this title .
though Figueroa on the other hand is great boxer but this is not for him now , the Filipino Moxer has all the potential to partially take this win.

Just being a biased here that's why I'm in favor to Magsayo. But I consider Figueroa as a threat and not that easy to beat.

Both are eagerly want to become a champion and expects them to show all their best to be the interim champion.

Since Vargas lose recently against Foster, the winner of this match will have another challenge to think as they will have to go against Vargas to fully claimed the belt and being a champion.

Same here, I'm also biased, and honestly, I think Magsayo is not yet a complete fighter based on what I've seen on his last defeat. Well, I'm just hopeful that in this small ample of time that he is preparing, hopefully I'll see a major improvement. He is a KO artist, we know that, but he is not so dominant like other boxers who still remain undefeated now.

Much to my surprised Magsayo will not have Roach as his lead trainer he opted to be with Marvin Zamodio, lets's see in this coming fight if Magsayo made the right decision, Magsayo badly needed to win this fight, but changing your main trainer like Roach will make a huge impact in his performance could be bad or good for this coming fight, it will be interesting what Magsayo will show with Zamudio in his corner.

Magsayo, Promoter Explain Change In Head Trainers From Freddie Roach To Marvin Somodio

“But they relate more. They’re Filipino. They speak the same dialect. And he just felt like he needed a change. He needed a new gym. He just needed to try something new. And, you know, like I said, nothing against Freddie, nothing against Wild Card, but sometimes you wanna try something new, let Marvin lead, be the lead trainer. And we’re gonna see the results. I think we’ll see very good results on March 4th.”

It is very interesting, if this boxer decided this, it is because he did not see things as good as they had been working, sometimes we make speculations about boxers, and we do not take into consideration everything that may be happening, this refers to personal problems , in their health problems, problems with the same trainers, all this affects, that's why I personally like to know everything, every detail about a boxer, based on it you can obtain more information to make a bet on more coherent and correct way without getting carried away by emotions.


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Brandon Figueroa and Mark Magsayo fight for world title shot on Saturday

Former world champions Brandon ‘The Heartbreaker’ Figueroa 23-1 (18) and Mark ‘Magnifico’ Magsayo 24-1 (16) will clash for the right to challenge WBC featherweight champion Rey Vargas 36-1 (22) at the Toyota Arena in Ontario, California on Saturday night.

The 26-year-old Figueroa of Weslaco, Texas lost his WBA and WBC super bantamweight titles to Stephen Fulton 21-0 ( by majority decision in November 2021 before moving up in weight to stop Carlos Castro 27-2 (12) in six frames last July.

He will face a stern challenge from Filipino Magsayo, 27, who defeated Gary Russell Jr 31-2 (18) by majority decision in January last year to claim the WBC belt before losing it in his first defence to Vargas by split decision in July.

Source: https://www.ringnews24.com/2023/03/02/brandon-figueroa-and-mark-magsayo-fight-for-world-title-shot-on-saturday/

[stadus]

I didn't think that the odds for a KO and decision for Magsayo are that high.

Both the KO and decision odds are high, which I like. I have to admit I'm a little biased here, but even though he is an underdog, this boxer has only lost once in his career. It's a redemption fight for him, so I expect him to be more aggressive and try to look for a KO. With that said, I'm taking Magsayo to win via KO/TKO.

With decent odd, taking Magsayo will be a good option in placing your bet here. Like what you mentioned, he will try to redeem himself after that defeat and lose his belt.

Same with you, I will also spare some of my money in betting with him to win, I'm expecting to see good adjustment
from him, especially with his stamina, hope his trainer finds some good system to increase his capability to take a long
fight,.

Right! Which is also favorable to us because Mark Magsayo has been listed by the bookies as the underdog of this fight versus Figueroa. Other than that, I also don't think that Magsayo will just let this moment slide and add another loss to his career because this is his ticket to have a rematch with Vargas and then try to redeem himself from that recent loss he had and the belt as well that was once belonged to him.

[coin-investor]

Coming from Figueroa this has the making of a fight of the year

“I think me and Mark Magsayo will be another fight of the year candidate – a firefight. We’re both explosive fighters and powerful hitters, and I feel that it will be a very interesting night.

“I think the fans will be the winners because Magsayo doesn’t back down and I don’t back down. We’re going to give it all in the ring.”

https://www.ringnews24.com/2023/03/02/brandon-figueroa-and-mark-magsayo-fight-for-world-title-shot-on-saturday/

There's so much expectation for this fight because we all know in boxing style makes a fight and we have two fighters with the same style of boxing and that is moving forward and slugging it out, it all comes down to preparation and who wants it the most, only one day to go I hope both fighters makes the weight I'm sure they both will

[TimeTeller]

Coming from Figueroa this has the making of a fight of the year

“I think me and Mark Magsayo will be another fight of the year candidate – a firefight. We’re both explosive fighters and powerful hitters, and I feel that it will be a very interesting night.

“I think the fans will be the winners because Magsayo doesn’t back down and I don’t back down. We’re going to give it all in the ring.”

https://www.ringnews24.com/2023/03/02/brandon-figueroa-and-mark-magsayo-fight-for-world-title-shot-on-saturday/

There's so much expectation for this fight because we all know in boxing style makes a fight and we have two fighters with the same style of boxing and that is moving forward and slugging it out, it all comes down to preparation and who wants it the most, only one day to go I hope both fighters makes the weight I'm sure they both will

We will see if they are true to their words. And show a toe-to-toe fight for their fans.
For those who are rooting for Magsayo, better place your bets as it is 3.x, a good one if you will win on this bet.
Bookies are favoring Figueroa to win, but who knows an upset will happen as Magsayo is not an easy opponent.
Magsayo has the motivation to raise the flag of his country again, so he won't back down so long he can continue inside the ring.