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In this Philippine name, the family name is Casimero.
John Riel Casimero
Born
John Riel Reponte Casimero

(1990-02-13) February 13, 1990 (age 34)
Merida, Leyte, Philippines[2]
NationalityFilipino
Other namesQuadro Alas ("Four Aces")
Statistics
Weight(s)
Height5 ft 2+1⁄2 in (159 cm)[1]
Reach64+1⁄2 in (164 cm)[1]
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights35
Wins31
Wins by KO21
Losses4

John Riel Casimero (born February 13, 1990) is a Filipino professional boxer. He has held world championships in three weight classes, including the WBO bantamweight title since 2019; the IBF junior-flyweight title from 2012 to 2013; and the IBF flyweight title in 2016. Quadro Alas is Tagalog for four of a kind when translated, his moniker means Four Aces.

Casimero currently resides in barangay Guizo in Mandaue City, Cebu, where he trains and lives in the city's IPI Gym.[3]

Professional career

Early career

On August 23, 2008, just a year after turning pro, Casimero defeated Rodel Quilaton for the then vacant Philippines Boxing Federeration (PBF) flyweight title, winning a unanimous decision (UD) through ten rounds.[4] Following the bout, Casimero moved down one division, to light flyweight, defeating Liempetch Sor Veerapol of Thailand by technical knockout (TKO) in the fifth round to claim the then vacant WBO Asia Pacific Light Flyweight title.[5] Casimero successfully defended that title two bouts later against Ardin Diale, until he got the biggest break of his career.

On December 19, 2009, in Managua, Nicaragua, Casimero won the then-vacant interim WBO light flyweight title, by defeating former interim WBA Light Flyweight champion César Canchila of Colombia. Canchila had a record of 28–2 coming into the bout, with his last loss coming from current WBA light flyweight world champion Giovanni Segura, whom he previously defeated for the interim title. Casimero gave a spectacular performance, the fight being his first outside his home country. He was able to knockdown Canchila multiple times until the referee finally stopped the bout in the 11th round of the scheduled 12 round interim title fight.[6] This win can give Casimero a title shot against Iván Calderón of Puerto Rico, who previously defeated Filipino boxer Rodel Mayol.[7] Casimero fought Ramón García Hirales on July 3, 2010, for his first defense of the interim WBO light flyweight title but lost by split decision.

Casimero got his first shot at a world title when he challenged Moruti Mthalane of South Africa for the IBF flyweight title on March 26, 2011.[8] He was, however, stopped by the South African in five rounds, therefore marking his second career loss.[9]

IBF light-flyweight champion

Casimero vs. Lazarte

On February 11, 2012, Casimero, and members of his team were kicked and assaulted when fans in Mar del Plata hurled chairs and stormed the ring following his 10th-round knockout of local Argentine fighter Luis Alberto Lazarte for the IBF interim junior flyweight championship.[10] After the riot, police escorted Casimero and his team to their hotel and provided protection for them. Lazarte later visited to apologize.[10] The Philippines has filed a diplomatic protest to the Argentine government after Argentine fans attacked Casimero in the ring after winning the title bout.[10][11] Philippine Foreign Affairs spokesman Raul Hernandez stated that the Philippine Embassy in Buenos Aires filed a protest with Argentina's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and is awaiting an explanation.[10] Lazarte was banned by IBF for threat, sparking a ring riot.[11]

On July 19, 2012, Casimero was upgraded to the status of full IBF junior flyweight champion because of the inability of Ulises Solis to defend his title on or before October 30.[12]

Successful title defenses

On his first defense of the IBF junior flyweight title, Casimero faced Pedro Guevara of Mexico on August 4, 2012. He scored a knockdown in the opening round and fought to a split decision victory.[13] He successfully made a second defense of his title against WBC Latino light flyweight champion Luis Alberto Rios on March 16, 2013.[14] His third defense was against Felipe Salguero on October 26, 2013 and he won by eleventh-round knockout.[15]

IBF flyweight champion

Casimero vs. Ruenroeng I and II

Following his win against Mauricio Fuentes and Armando Santos, Casimero moved back up to the flyweight division. On June 27, 2015, he lost his return to flyweight bout via unanimous decision against IBF champion Amnat Ruenroeng in a controversial match.[16] On May 25, 2016, Casimero challenged Ruenroeng again for the IBF flyweight title and knocked him out with a vicious left hook to the body in the fourth round to become a two-division world champion.[17]

Casimero vs. Edwards

In his second title defence, Casimero faced undefeated Charlie Edwards, on September 10, 2016 on the undercard of Gennady Golovkin vs. Kell Brook at The O2 Arena in London, England. Casimero was on the offensive for most of the fight, as Edwards was unable to deal with Casimero's ring craft. Casimero upped the pace in the tenth round, and dropped Edwards with a left hook. Edwards beat the count, but as soon as he got up, Casimero unleashed a flurry of punches towards the challenger, which prompted the referee to end the fight immediately.[18]

Bantamweight

Following Casimero's successful title defense against Charlie Edwards in September 2016, he moved up in weight, fighting in non-title bouts at super-flyweight, bantamweight and even one bout against Jose Pech at featherweight before settling at the bantamweight division,[19] where he defeated Ricardo Espinoza Franco via twelfth-round knockout to win the WBO interim bantamweight title in his first fight in the United States on April 20, 2019.[20] He defended the interim title on August 24, 2019 against Cesar Ramirez, winning via tenth-round knockout, to become full WBO bantamweight titleholder Zolani Tete's mandatory challenger, setting up a showdown with Tete.[21]

WBO bantamweight champion

Casimero vs. Tete

On 30 November 2019, Casimero challenged Zolani Tete for his WBO bantamweight title in Birmingham, England. Despite Tete being the favorite for the fight, Casimero scored a third-round knockout over the long-reigning champion to capture his WBO bantamweight title. The victory meant that Casimero became a three-division world champion.[22]

Casimero vs. Micah

Casimero had been scheduled to face undefeated unified bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue in a unification clash on April 25, 2020, but the COVID-19 pandemic caused the fight to be cancelled.[23] He instead faced Duke Micah, ranked #11 by the WBO, in his first WBO bantamweight title defense on September 26, 2020 on the undercard of The Charlos vs. Dereyvanchenko and Rosario. Casimero recorded another stoppage win, again in the third round, to retain his WBO belt.[24]

Casimero vs. Rigondeaux

Casimero faced two-time Olympic gold medalist Guillermo Rigondeaux on August 14, 2021.[25] It was announced on June 19 that WBC champion Nonito Donaire would replace Rigondeaux,[26] but when the fight between Casimero and Donaire fell apart over insults directed at Donaire's wife,[27] Rigondeaux stepped back in to fight Casimero as had been originally planned.[28] In a low-key affair that saw the CompuBox record broken for fewest combined landed punches in a 12-round fight, Casimero pressured his opponent all night, fighting on the front foot and throwing more punches than Rigondeaux, who was reluctant to engage. Casimero was rewarded with a split decision victory, with scores of 117-111 and 116-112 in his favor, and 115-113 in favor of Rigondeaux.[29]

In his post-fight interview, Casimero criticized his opponent's extremely passive gameplan, saying "I'm focused on [the] knockout, but Rigondeaux always runs. Rigondeaux just always runs. No fighting." He continued by reaffirming that it is his intention to unify the bantamweight division, targeting the division's other titleholders, Nonito Donaire and Naoya Inoue. Casimero concluded his interview by issuing the middle finger to Inoue.[30]

Professional boxing record

35 fights 31 wins 4 losses
By knockout 21 1
By decision 10 3
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
35 Win 31–4 Cuba Guillermo Rigondeaux SD 12 Aug 14, 2021 United States Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, California, US Retained WBO bantamweight title
34 Win 30–4 Ghana Duke Micah TKO 3 (12), 0:54 Sep 26, 2020 United States Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville, Connecticut, US Retained WBO bantamweight title
33 Win 29–4 South Africa Zolani Tete TKO 3 (12), 2:14 Nov 30, 2019 United Kingdom Arena Birmingham, Birmingham, England Won WBO bantamweight title
32 Win 28–4 Mexico Cesar Ramirez KO 10 (12), 2:23 Aug 24, 2019 Philippines San Andres Civic & Sports Center, Manila, Philippines Retained WBO interim bantamweight title
31 Win 27–4 Mexico Ricardo Espinoza Franco KO 12 (12), 0:44 Apr 20, 2019 United States Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, California, US Won WBO interim bantamweight title
30 Win 26–4 Japan Kenya Yamashita TKO 6 (10), 0:47 Feb 16, 2019 Philippines Midas Hotel and Casino, Pasay, Philippines
29 Win 25–4 Mexico Jose Pech TKO 2 (6), 1:41 Jul 21, 2018 Mexico Casino Hipodromo Agua Caliente, Tijuana, Mexico
28 Loss 24–4 Philippines Jonas Sultan UD 12 Sep 16, 2017 Philippines Waterfront Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Philippines
27 Win 24–3 Philippines Jecker Buhawe UD 6 Jun 25, 2017 Philippines Iligan City, Philippines
26 Win 23–3 United Kingdom Charlie Edwards TKO 10 (12), 1:57 Sep 10, 2016 United Kingdom The O2 Arena, London, England Retained IBF flyweight title
25 Win 22–3 Thailand Amnat Ruenroeng KO 4 (12), 2:10 May 25, 2016 China Diamond Court, Beijing, China Won IBF flyweight title
24 Loss 21–3 Thailand Amnat Ruenroeng UD 12 Jun 27, 2015 Thailand Indoor Stadium Huamark, Bangkok, Thailand For IBF flyweight title
23 Win 21–2 Mexico Armando Santos TKO 2 (12) Dec 13, 2014 Mexico Salón Las Palmas, Pesquería, Mexico
22 Win 20–2 Colombia Mauricio Fuentes KO 1 (12), 2:59 May 3, 2014 Philippines Waterfront Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Philippines
21 Win 19–2 Mexico Felipe Salguero TKO 11 (12), 1:34 Oct 26, 2013 Philippines Makati Coliseum, Makati, Philippines Retained IBF junior-flyweight title
20 Win 18–2 Panama Luis Alberto Rios UD 12 Mar 16, 2013 Panama Megapolis Convention Center, Panama City, Panama Retained IBF junior-flyweight title
19 Win 17–2 Mexico Pedro Guevara SD 12 Aug 4, 2012 Mexico Centro de Convenciones, Mazatlán, Mexico Retained IBF junior-flyweight title
18 Win 16–2 Argentina Luis Alberto Lazarte TKO 10 (12), 1:09 Feb 10, 2012 Argentina Club Once Unidos, Mar del Plata, Argentina Won IBF interim junior-flyweight title
17 Win 15–2 Philippines Roemart Sentillas TKO 2 (10) Oct 15, 2011 Philippines Hoops Dome, Lapu-Lapu, Philippines
16 Loss 14–2 South Africa Moruti Mthalane TKO 5 (12), 1:50 Mar 26, 2011 South Africa Nasrec Indoor Arena, Johannesburg, South Africa For IBF flyweight title
15 Loss 14–1 Mexico Ramón García Hirales SD 12 Jul 24, 2010 Mexico Polideportivo Centenario, Los Mochis, Mexico Lost WBO interim light flyweight title
14 Win 14–0 Colombia César Canchila TKO 11 (12), 1:40 Dec 19, 2009 Nicaragua Dennis Martínez National Stadium, Managua, Nicaragua Won WBO interim light flyweight title
13 Win 13–0 Philippines Ardin Diale KO 8 (12), 1:42 May 28, 2009 Philippines Cebu Coliseum, Cebu City, Philippines Retained WBO Asia Pacific light flyweight title
12 Win 12–0 Philippines Allan Ranada UD 8 May 8, 2009 Philippines Sports Complex, Naga, Philippines
11 Win 11–0 Thailand Liempetch Sor Veerapol TKO 5 (12), 1:02 Oct 3, 2008 Philippines Sports Complex, Talisay, Philippines Won vacant WBO Asia Pacific light flyweight title
10 Win 10–0 Philippines Rodel Quilaton UD 10 Aug 23, 2008 Philippines Eusebio Sestoso Memorial Coliseum, Alcoy, Philippines Won vacant Filipino flyweight title
9 Win 9–0 Philippines Roemart Sentillas TKO 3 (10) Jul 17, 2008 Philippines Compostela, Philippines
8 Win 8–0 Philippines Roel Honor TKO 1 (10) Jun 12, 2008 Philippines Baybay, Philippines
7 Win 7–0 Philippines Daryl Amoncio MD 8 Apr 21, 2008 Philippines City Auditorium, Lapu-Lapu, Philippines
6 Win 6–0 Philippines Jerome Bontog KO 3 (6) Mar 29, 2008 Philippines City Plaza Square, Mandaue, Philippines
5 Win 5–0 Philippines Rogen Flores TD 6 (8) Jan 12, 2008 Philippines Sports Center, Borbon, Philippines
4 Win 4–0 Philippines Dodong Zalde KO 2 (6), 1:04 Dec 16, 2007 Philippines Sports Center, Carmen, Philippines
3 Win 3–0 Philippines Roel Honor UD 6 Aug 26, 2007 Philippines Sports Center, Daanbantayan, Philippines
2 Win 2–0 Philippines Andrew Pal TKO 2 (4) Aug 16, 2007 Philippines Multi-Purpose Sports Complex, Alcoy, Philippines
1 Win 1–0 Philippines Lobert Bayo UD 4 Jun 3, 2007 Philippines Barangay Maguikay, Mandaue, Philippines

Personal life

Casimero is separated with his wife with whom he has two daughters.[31]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b Showtime Championship Boxing tale of the tape prior to the Guillermo Rigondeaux fight.
  2. ^ Rosal, Dale (September 13, 2021). "Casimero gets warm welcome back home in Merida, Leyte". Cebu Daily News. Inquirer Group. Archived from the original on September 13, 2021. Retrieved September 13, 2021.
  3. ^ "GETTING TO KNOW JOHN RIEL CASIMERO". philboxing.com. 5 December 2009. Retrieved 2009-12-05.
  4. ^ "ALCOY RESULTS AND PHOTOS". philboxing.com. 24 August 2008. Retrieved 2008-08-24.
  5. ^ "MARCIAL, CASIMERO WIN IN TALISAY". philboxing.com. 4 October 2008. Retrieved 2008-10-04.
  6. ^ "BREAKING NEWS: CASIMERO DOWNS CANCHILA FIVE TIMES EN ROUTE TO 11TH ROUND TKO VICTORY, WINS TITLE". philboxing.com. 20 December 2009. Retrieved 2009-12-20.
  7. ^ "Casimero gets shot at Calderon's world crown". FightFan.com. 2 March 2010.
  8. ^ Ronnie Nathanielsz (March 1, 2011). "CASIMERO BATTLES MTHALANE FOR IBF FLYWEIGHT TITLE". PhilBoxing.com. Retrieved 2011-02-28.
  9. ^ Edward Chaykovsky (March 26, 2011). "Ndlovu Shocks Molitor To Win, Mthalane KOs Casimero". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 2011-03-27.
  10. ^ a b c d Philippines protests attack on boxer in Argentina – SI.com – Boxing. Sportsillustrated.cnn.com (2012-02-15). Retrieved on 2012-03-03.
  11. ^ a b Boxer Luis Lazarte banned by IBF for threat, sparking ring riot – ESPN. Espn.go.com (2012-02-17). Retrieved on 2012-03-03.
  12. ^ "IBF DECLARES CASIMERO NEW JUNIOR FLYWEIGHT CHAMPION". philboxing.com. 20 July 2012. Retrieved 2012-07-20.
  13. ^ Felipe Leon. "Casimero retains IBF jr flyweight belt". Fightnews.com. Retrieved 2012-08-04.
  14. ^ http://www.boxingscene.com/john-riel-casimero-tops-luis-alberto-rios-dull-affair--63443
  15. ^ http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/332679/sports/boxing/casimero-retains-ibf-light-flyweight-title-with-tko-victory-over-salguero
  16. ^ "Amnat Ruenroeng retains title in foul-fest vs. Casimero". The Ring. 2015-06-27. Retrieved 2021-01-17.
  17. ^ Gigney, George. "John Riel Casimero gets revenge over Amnat Ruenroeng to win flyweight title - Boxing News". www.boxingnewsonline.net. Retrieved 2021-08-12.
  18. ^ "Casimero Retains, Takes Out Charlie Edwards in Ten Rounds". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 2021-01-17.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  19. ^ "BoxRec: John Riel Casimero". boxrec.com. Retrieved 2021-08-12.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  20. ^ "John Riel Casimero stops Ricardo Espinoza in round 12, wins interim WBO belt". The Ring. 2019-04-21. Retrieved 2021-08-12.
  21. ^ "John Riel Casimero starches Cesar Ramirez in 10, sets up Zolani Tete showdown". The Ring. 2019-08-24. Retrieved 2021-08-12.
  22. ^ "Casimero Crushes Zolani Tete in Three, Captures WBO Title". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 2021-01-18.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  23. ^ Donovan, Jake. "Inoue: When Time Comes, I'll Remind Casimero In Ring Of Everything He Had To Say About Me". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 2021-08-12.
  24. ^ "Casimero vs Micah - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2021-01-18.
  25. ^ Idec, Keith. "Guillermo Rigondeaux-John Riel Casimero Set For August 14 On Showtime". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 2021-08-12.
  26. ^ Idec, Keith. "Donaire Replaces Rigondeaux, To Face Casimero In 118-Pound Unification Fight August 14". BoxingScene.com. Retrieved 2021-07-26.
  27. ^ "Nonito Donaire cancels unification fight with John Riel Casimero over insults hurled at his wife". CBSSports.com. Retrieved 2021-07-26.
  28. ^ "John Riel Casimero-Guillermo Rigondeaux back on after Donaire unification falls through". The Ring. 2021-07-04. Retrieved 2021-07-26.
  29. ^ Christ, Scott (2021-08-15). "Results and highlights: Casimero wins split decision over Rigondeaux in fight that sets record for lack of action". Bad Left Hook. Retrieved 2021-08-15.
  30. ^ "Casimero bests Rigondeaux in low action fight". ESPN.com. 2021-08-15. Retrieved 2021-08-22.
  31. ^ http://philboxing.com/news/story-149340.html
Sporting positions
World boxing titles
Vacant
Title last held by
Kermin Guardia 		WBO light flyweight champion
Interim title
December 19, 2009 - July 24, 2010 		Succeeded by
New title IBF light flyweight champion
Interim title
February 10, 2012 - July 20, 2012
Promoted 		Vacant
Title next held by
Milan Melindo
Preceded by IBF light flyweight champion
July 20, 2012 - May 2, 2014
Stripped 		Vacant
Title next held by
Javier Mendoza
Preceded by IBF flyweight champion
May 25, 2016 - December 20, 2016
Vacated 		Vacant
Title next held by
Donnie Nietes
Vacant
Title last held by
Zolani Tete 		WBO bantamweight champion
Interim title
April 20 – November 30, 2019
Won world title 		Vacant
Preceded by
Zolani Tete
 WBO bantamweight champion
November 30, 2019 - present 		Incumbent
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