PXC and MMA fans, catch the replay of PXC 29 on AKTV tonight (February 21, 2012 MNL), re-live the fights and watch as the first pure bred Filipino becomes PXC Champion.
Also, visit the PXC micro-site pxc29.interaktv.ph for more details on PXC 29.
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Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Monday, February 20, 2012
The PXC 29 Xperience
Feb. 18, 2012, it was a great night of fights at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City Philippines as the premier MMA prmotion in the region Pacific Xtreme Combat brought to us PXC 29.
It was a wonderful event with the crowning of the first pure bred Filipino fighter of the PXC as Ale Cali won the flyweight title in the main event, and a number one contender was also named for the 135 lbs. division as Crisanto Pitpitunge was hailed next in line for the title.
A midst the fights, of course there was PXC ring-girl Abby Poblador to spice things up, some Filipino celebrities looking to take part in the action and most of all the appearance of Mark "The Filipino Wrecking Machine Munoz" who attended the event corning his fighter Raja Shippen.
Below are a couple of picture of one of the best MMA events in the Philippines this year (I'm sure there are more to come). By the way please forgive me for my shabby camera work.
I hope you like some of the pictures I took, and for all Pinoy MMA fans out there, watch out for the next PXC event this year, I'm sure you will have a great time watching.
It was a wonderful event with the crowning of the first pure bred Filipino fighter of the PXC as Ale Cali won the flyweight title in the main event, and a number one contender was also named for the 135 lbs. division as Crisanto Pitpitunge was hailed next in line for the title.
A midst the fights, of course there was PXC ring-girl Abby Poblador to spice things up, some Filipino celebrities looking to take part in the action and most of all the appearance of Mark "The Filipino Wrecking Machine Munoz" who attended the event corning his fighter Raja Shippen.
Below are a couple of picture of one of the best MMA events in the Philippines this year (I'm sure there are more to come). By the way please forgive me for my shabby camera work.
I hope you like some of the pictures I took, and for all Pinoy MMA fans out there, watch out for the next PXC event this year, I'm sure you will have a great time watching.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
PXC 29 Full Results!
After a great night of fights, a new champion was crowned, a new number one contender was produced and a UFC fighter graced the event.
Ale Cali was crowned the new PXC champ at 125 lbs. and Crisanto Pitpitunge is the number contender in the PXC at 135lbs.
Here are the PXC29 Complete Official Results
Jesse Taitano vs Ale Cali
Ale Cali by referee stoppage in the 3rd round
Harris Sarmiento vs Raja Shippen
Harris Sarmiento by way of referee stoppage in the 1st round
Victor Galdon vs Crisanto Pitpitunge
Pitpitunge, Judges decision (30-27, 30-27,30-27)
Ryan Bigler vs Dorian Price
Ryan Bigler, rear naked choke in the 1st round
Roy Boughton vs Llima Maiava
Roy Boughton Judges decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Jay Tenorio vs Carlo Astudillo
Jay Tenorio by Guillotine in the 2nd round
Michael Regalado vs Troy Bantiag
Troy Bantiag, Judges decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Jerry Legaspi vs Glen Ranillo
Glen Ranillo by submission, arm bar in the 2nd round
Eugene Toquero vs Ricky Lucena
Eugene Toquero by referee stoppage in the 1st round
Ale Cali was crowned the new PXC champ at 125 lbs. and Crisanto Pitpitunge is the number contender in the PXC at 135lbs.
Here are the PXC29 Complete Official Results
Jesse Taitano vs Ale Cali
Ale Cali by referee stoppage in the 3rd round
Harris Sarmiento vs Raja Shippen
Harris Sarmiento by way of referee stoppage in the 1st round
Victor Galdon vs Crisanto Pitpitunge
Pitpitunge, Judges decision (30-27, 30-27,30-27)
Ryan Bigler vs Dorian Price
Ryan Bigler, rear naked choke in the 1st round
Roy Boughton vs Llima Maiava
Roy Boughton Judges decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)
Jay Tenorio vs Carlo Astudillo
Jay Tenorio by Guillotine in the 2nd round
Michael Regalado vs Troy Bantiag
Troy Bantiag, Judges decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Jerry Legaspi vs Glen Ranillo
Glen Ranillo by submission, arm bar in the 2nd round
Eugene Toquero vs Ricky Lucena
Eugene Toquero by referee stoppage in the 1st round
Friday, February 17, 2012
PXC 29 is Today!
The day has finally arrived for PXC 29, the fighters are ready and truly excited and much more are the fans.
Gates open at 7pm at the Ynares Sports Arena in Kapitolyo, Pasig City. The event will also be graced by Mark "The Filipino Wrecking Machine" Munoz.Tickets are still available at the Ynares Sports Arena and come with a free San Mig Strong Ice.
Gates open at 7pm at the Ynares Sports Arena in Kapitolyo, Pasig City. The event will also be graced by Mark "The Filipino Wrecking Machine" Munoz.Tickets are still available at the Ynares Sports Arena and come with a free San Mig Strong Ice.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
PXC 29 Weigh-Ins Updated
The PXC will be holding its official weigh ins today at 11AM (Manila) at the Ynares Sports Arena at Kapitolyo, Pasig City.
PXC 29 will be held tomorrow February 18, 2012, also at the Ynares Sports Arena and it starts at 7pm. The event will be headlined by a flyweight title fight between Ale Cali and Jesse Taitano, and will be graced by Mark Munoz.
Tickets are sold at all SM Ticket Outlets.
Official weigh-in results after the jump.
Jesse ‘Spiderman’ Taitano was two pounds under the 125-lb. weight limit Friday in Pasig City as he prepares for the flyweight title bout in Saturday’s PXC 29 here in Manila.
Spiderman Taitano easily made weight, Taitano will take on Davao native top flyweight fighter Ali Cali, who also weighed in at 123 pounds.
“I just gotta go in there and get the belt,” said Taitano after stepping off the scale. “I’ve been training for this. I’m pretty antsy. I wanna win the belt, go home and enjoy it.”
Taitano’s opponent said he’s never prepared more for a fight than for this one.
“I’m very aware that Taitano is a very tough fighter,” Cali said through an interpreter. As for Cali’s unique style that may be viewed as showboating, he said it’s his style. “I do it to confuse my opponent. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t.”
Taitano has said on several occasions that he wants to finish the fight in the first round. Cali was asked about that prediction and replied in English, “I’ll try my best.”
Bigler vs. Price
Both tall welterweights came in at exactly 170 pounds. This is Bigler’s first fight outside of Guam and could be facing his toughest opponent yet.
Dorian Price faces off with Ryan Bigler in what is a highly anticipated welterweight bout.
“Usually when I cut weight, I’m grumpy and my body feels tired, but because I’m mentally prepared, this weight cut didn't matter. I feel I can fight right now,” Bigler said after weighing in. “But I’m looking forward to getting back to my 185-187 pounds for the fight.” he added.
The 33-year-old Price fought in the UFC Ultimate Fighter but has spent the last 10 months in Thailand fighting 11 fights in the arena of muay thai. He’s well aware of Bigler's all around game.
“I know he’s well-rounded, good on the ground and good on his feet,” Price said. “He might be the most well-rounded opponent I’ve fought in MMA. Even fighting UFC and Ultimate Fighter guys, what I’ve seen and heard about Ryan, he’s very well-rounded. I look forward to fighting him.”
Tenorio vs. Astudillo
19-year-old Jay Tenorio weighed in at 130 pounds for his pro debut. Filipino opponent Carlo Astudillo tipped in at 129 pounds. It is Tenorio’s first visit to the Philippines.
155-pound champion Harris Sarmiento is fighting in the 145-pound division. Sarmiento weighed in at 146 pounds. He will fight Raja Shippen, who was able to meet the weight limit. Referee Tony D’Angelo will be in the ring for the main event fights. He has 447 fights under his belt…UFC fighter Mark Munoz arrives Saturday morning and will take part in the PXC 29.
PXC 29 will be held tomorrow February 18, 2012, also at the Ynares Sports Arena and it starts at 7pm. The event will be headlined by a flyweight title fight between Ale Cali and Jesse Taitano, and will be graced by Mark Munoz.
Tickets are sold at all SM Ticket Outlets.
Official weigh-in results after the jump.
Jesse ‘Spiderman’ Taitano was two pounds under the 125-lb. weight limit Friday in Pasig City as he prepares for the flyweight title bout in Saturday’s PXC 29 here in Manila.
Spiderman Taitano easily made weight, Taitano will take on Davao native top flyweight fighter Ali Cali, who also weighed in at 123 pounds.
“I just gotta go in there and get the belt,” said Taitano after stepping off the scale. “I’ve been training for this. I’m pretty antsy. I wanna win the belt, go home and enjoy it.”
Taitano’s opponent said he’s never prepared more for a fight than for this one.
“I’m very aware that Taitano is a very tough fighter,” Cali said through an interpreter. As for Cali’s unique style that may be viewed as showboating, he said it’s his style. “I do it to confuse my opponent. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t.”
Taitano has said on several occasions that he wants to finish the fight in the first round. Cali was asked about that prediction and replied in English, “I’ll try my best.”
Bigler vs. Price
Both tall welterweights came in at exactly 170 pounds. This is Bigler’s first fight outside of Guam and could be facing his toughest opponent yet.
Dorian Price faces off with Ryan Bigler in what is a highly anticipated welterweight bout.
“Usually when I cut weight, I’m grumpy and my body feels tired, but because I’m mentally prepared, this weight cut didn't matter. I feel I can fight right now,” Bigler said after weighing in. “But I’m looking forward to getting back to my 185-187 pounds for the fight.” he added.
The 33-year-old Price fought in the UFC Ultimate Fighter but has spent the last 10 months in Thailand fighting 11 fights in the arena of muay thai. He’s well aware of Bigler's all around game.
“I know he’s well-rounded, good on the ground and good on his feet,” Price said. “He might be the most well-rounded opponent I’ve fought in MMA. Even fighting UFC and Ultimate Fighter guys, what I’ve seen and heard about Ryan, he’s very well-rounded. I look forward to fighting him.”
Tenorio vs. Astudillo
19-year-old Jay Tenorio weighed in at 130 pounds for his pro debut. Filipino opponent Carlo Astudillo tipped in at 129 pounds. It is Tenorio’s first visit to the Philippines.
155-pound champion Harris Sarmiento is fighting in the 145-pound division. Sarmiento weighed in at 146 pounds. He will fight Raja Shippen, who was able to meet the weight limit. Referee Tony D’Angelo will be in the ring for the main event fights. He has 447 fights under his belt…UFC fighter Mark Munoz arrives Saturday morning and will take part in the PXC 29.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
AKTV holds press conference for upcoming PXC 29
AKTV the PXC's media partner today held a press conference for the upcoming PXC 29 set on February 18, 2012 at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City, Philippines.
The Main Event fighters grace the press conference along with PXC promoter EJ Calvo.
The main card fighters were there to answer the questions from the press. Filipino fighters Ale Cali and Harris Sarmiento are set to face face Jesse Taitano and Raja Shippen.
"Malupit ang jiu jutsu at ground game training ko para paghandaan ang laban" (My jiujitsu and ground game training was very intense in getting ready for this fight)-Ale Cali
Harris Sarmiento will fight Raja Shippen at a lower weight in 145 lbs from 155 lbs as announced in the press conference.
Experienced MMA fighter, Jesse Taitano(middle) who hails from Guam will fight Ale Cali for the vacant 125 lbs PXC Flyweight Title, while Raja Shippen (right) will face Harris Sarmiento and will have Mark 'The Filipino Wrecking Machine' Munoz in his corner.
UFC Fighter 'Mark Munoz although is Filipino, has never gone to Philippines...' Says Ej Calvo(middle), the promoter of PXC. Mark Munoz will be present in PXC 29 to be in Raja Shippen's corner as Raja Shippen faces Harris Sarmiento.
PXC 29 will be held on February 18, 2012 at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City, Philippines. Gates open at 6:00 PM and tickets are available at all SM Ticket outlets. The is a free San Mig Strong Ice for all tickets.
The Main Event fighters grace the press conference along with PXC promoter EJ Calvo.
The main card fighters were there to answer the questions from the press. Filipino fighters Ale Cali and Harris Sarmiento are set to face face Jesse Taitano and Raja Shippen.
Harris Sarmiento will fight Raja Shippen at a lower weight in 145 lbs from 155 lbs as announced in the press conference.
Experienced MMA fighter, Jesse Taitano(middle) who hails from Guam will fight Ale Cali for the vacant 125 lbs PXC Flyweight Title, while Raja Shippen (right) will face Harris Sarmiento and will have Mark 'The Filipino Wrecking Machine' Munoz in his corner.
UFC Fighter 'Mark Munoz although is Filipino, has never gone to Philippines...' Says Ej Calvo(middle), the promoter of PXC. Mark Munoz will be present in PXC 29 to be in Raja Shippen's corner as Raja Shippen faces Harris Sarmiento.
PXC 29 will be held on February 18, 2012 at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City, Philippines. Gates open at 6:00 PM and tickets are available at all SM Ticket outlets. The is a free San Mig Strong Ice for all tickets.
Check out the new PXC Microsite
With PXC 29 just around the corner, AKTV the PXC's media partner has launched a micro-site dedicated to everything PXC. Get fighter info, videos, promos and of course the PXC Ringirls. Go and check out the new micro-site at http://pxc29.interaktv.ph/.
Monday, February 13, 2012
Mark Munoz to hold a MMA/Self Defense Clinic
Mark "The Filipino Wrecking Machine" Munoz is set not only to grace the upcoming PXC 29 event in the Philippines on February 18, 2012 at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City, but also he is set to hold a clinic the following day at the Gold's Gym Activity Center in Libis, Quezon City.
Sources say that the clinic will be held on February 19, 2012 6:00pm - 9:00pm Manila Time. There limited slots for the clinic and last day for registration is pegged on February 16, 2012. For more information about the clinic those interested can call (02) 519-8984, and just say you are inquiring about the clinic.
This is a great venue not only get to interact with one of the best middleweight fighters in the UFC today but also get a chance to also learn MMA from him. I myself am personally looking forward to this event.
Sources say that the clinic will be held on February 19, 2012 6:00pm - 9:00pm Manila Time. There limited slots for the clinic and last day for registration is pegged on February 16, 2012. For more information about the clinic those interested can call (02) 519-8984, and just say you are inquiring about the clinic.
This is a great venue not only get to interact with one of the best middleweight fighters in the UFC today but also get a chance to also learn MMA from him. I myself am personally looking forward to this event.
Friday, February 10, 2012
Miller Out, Munoz In at PXC 29
As previously reported here on The Pinoy Fighter post Mayhem Miller Makes his way to Manila, that Mayhem Miller will be gracing PXC 29 to corner one of his fighters in the upcoming event. But as unpredictable as MMA is, it seems that there has been a change and Mayhem Miller will no longer be making it here to the Philippines to appear in the event.
But Pinoy MMA fans rejoice as with Miller out, Mark "The Filipino Wrecking Machine" Munoz steps in to corner his teammate, Raja Shippin as he fights Harris "The Hitman" Sarmiento at PXC 29, Feb 18th at the Ynares Sports Arena, in Pasig.
This is surely a treat for all Pinoy MMA fans as I'm sure most if not all of us know who Mark Munoz is and he is surely going to make PXC 29 an event to remember.
But Pinoy MMA fans rejoice as with Miller out, Mark "The Filipino Wrecking Machine" Munoz steps in to corner his teammate, Raja Shippin as he fights Harris "The Hitman" Sarmiento at PXC 29, Feb 18th at the Ynares Sports Arena, in Pasig.
This is surely a treat for all Pinoy MMA fans as I'm sure most if not all of us know who Mark Munoz is and he is surely going to make PXC 29 an event to remember.
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
The Fight Nation's 5 Minutes with Pacific Xtreme Combat’s Ryan Bigler
Ryan Bigler is a highly touted welterweight from Guam. With numerous submission grappling medals under his belt and an 8-2 MMA record, Bigler is certainly a rising MMA star in the Pacific region. Bigler spared a minute to share a couple of thoughts about his upcoming fight with TUF alumni Dorian Price at PXC 29.
You will be fighting Dorian Price on Feb 18th. What was your first reaction to finding out that you would fight a TUF alumni?
My first reaction was “hell yeah!” This is the kind of fight I want. I’ve been actively trying to enhance my career and push myself. This will prove whether or not I can compete at that level. I need that kind of challenge so when they gave me the opportunity, I jumped at it. I know it’s a big fight for me and I’m looking forward to the challenge.
Have you studied any footage of him? What is your primary analysis of his strengths and weaknesses?
I think he has a pretty decent stand up game. But this is a MMA fight, so he’s going to need a little more than that to walk away with the win. I have seen very little footage of his grappling and wrestling and I am confident in my submission and wrestling skills so, we are just going to have to see come fight night.
The welterweight division is ripe with competition. Fighters like Lim Hyun Gyu, Ferrid Kheder and Price are all gunning for a chance at a belt at that weight. How do you think you size up against Dorian and the rest of the division?
I’m a very confident individual and nothing stirs me. I can’t say I’m any better or any less than them, all I can say is we are all very hungry to be champions. And I’m hungry to see where I stand with them. I don’t walk into any fight expecting to lose – I expect to win every fight. And I’m sure they expect the same thing too. I’m confident in my cage experience, my wrestling and submission pedigree and my striking. I have a solid build for welterweight so I know I possess all the tools necessary to be a certified threat in the division.
This is your first fight in the Philippines, are you anxious about the experience?
Knowing that this fight is going to be televised and seen by many viewers, it helps motivate me to prepare as best I can. This is a huge opportunity for me to showcase my skills to the rest of the world so they can see what Guam fighters are all about and also to build my stock as a future asset. I recognize that not everyone can be in the position that I am in, so I am going to leave it all on the line and ensure that I have no regrets. It will be a little different fighting away from the Guam crowd, but I’m sure once the Philippine fans see my never-give-up attitude and my all around versatility both on the feet and on the ground, they will be cheering for me as one of their own.
I really want to cement my place as one of the top welterweights out there. People on Guam have known it for a long time, and I owe it to them as well as myself to showcase that to the rest of the world.
Credits to The Fight Nation and Guam Sports Network for this interview
You will be fighting Dorian Price on Feb 18th. What was your first reaction to finding out that you would fight a TUF alumni?
My first reaction was “hell yeah!” This is the kind of fight I want. I’ve been actively trying to enhance my career and push myself. This will prove whether or not I can compete at that level. I need that kind of challenge so when they gave me the opportunity, I jumped at it. I know it’s a big fight for me and I’m looking forward to the challenge.
Have you studied any footage of him? What is your primary analysis of his strengths and weaknesses?
I think he has a pretty decent stand up game. But this is a MMA fight, so he’s going to need a little more than that to walk away with the win. I have seen very little footage of his grappling and wrestling and I am confident in my submission and wrestling skills so, we are just going to have to see come fight night.
The welterweight division is ripe with competition. Fighters like Lim Hyun Gyu, Ferrid Kheder and Price are all gunning for a chance at a belt at that weight. How do you think you size up against Dorian and the rest of the division?
I’m a very confident individual and nothing stirs me. I can’t say I’m any better or any less than them, all I can say is we are all very hungry to be champions. And I’m hungry to see where I stand with them. I don’t walk into any fight expecting to lose – I expect to win every fight. And I’m sure they expect the same thing too. I’m confident in my cage experience, my wrestling and submission pedigree and my striking. I have a solid build for welterweight so I know I possess all the tools necessary to be a certified threat in the division.
This is your first fight in the Philippines, are you anxious about the experience?
Knowing that this fight is going to be televised and seen by many viewers, it helps motivate me to prepare as best I can. This is a huge opportunity for me to showcase my skills to the rest of the world so they can see what Guam fighters are all about and also to build my stock as a future asset. I recognize that not everyone can be in the position that I am in, so I am going to leave it all on the line and ensure that I have no regrets. It will be a little different fighting away from the Guam crowd, but I’m sure once the Philippine fans see my never-give-up attitude and my all around versatility both on the feet and on the ground, they will be cheering for me as one of their own.
I really want to cement my place as one of the top welterweights out there. People on Guam have known it for a long time, and I owe it to them as well as myself to showcase that to the rest of the world.
Credits to The Fight Nation and Guam Sports Network for this interview
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Get a chance to win free PXC 29 Tickets
Pinoy MMA fans! Get a chance to win one of 10 tickets for the upcoming PXC 29 this February 18, 2012 at theYnares Sports Arena in Pasig City, Philippines.
Just visit the PXC official Facebook page www.facebook.com/pxcmma and help them get additional likes on the page. 10 tickets to PXC 29 will be raffled of along with a limited edition PXC t-shirt to "likers" of the Facebook fan page. Winners will be announced on the PXC Facebook page on Friday, February 17, 2012.
PXC 29 is headlined by a flyweight title fight between Ale Cali and Jesse Taitano.
Friday, February 3, 2012
PXC 29 new Video
Here is the latest video for the up-coming PXC 29 to be held on February 18, 2012 at the Ynares Sports Arena, Kaplitolyo, Pasig City.
Visit pacificxtremecombat.com for more details and grab your tickets at any SM Ticket outlet.
Visit pacificxtremecombat.com for more details and grab your tickets at any SM Ticket outlet.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
The PXC Ring Girls
Catch Abby and Ayumi this February 18, 2012 on PXC 29 at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City Philippines. Tickets are available at all SM Ticket outlets and for more info on PXC 29 and the Pacific Xtreme Combat visit pacificxtremecombat.com Sunday, January 29, 2012
TFN Exclusive Interview with Pacific Extreme Combat’s Ale “The Young Gun” Cali
Check out an exclusive interview from www.thefightnation.com with PXC's Ale Cali before his highly anticipated title fight at PXC 29.
On February the 18th, Pacific Xtreme Combat (PXC) will be having their PXC 29 event in Manila. While the PXC may not be as well known as the URCC, their promotion is definitely up and coming and they put up quality cards with some tough young fighters. One of those tough young fighters is Ale “The Young Gun” Cali.
Cali will be main eventing the event and facing long time veteran Jesse Taitano for the featherweight title. It’s not a major shocker that you might not know who Ale Cali is since he’s a very low key fighter. He’s only had 2 fights in the URCC and 2 in the PXC thus far. He’s young, he’s hungry and given by his past performances, this kid’s got a very bright future. What he lacks from experience, he makes up in with heart as you will find out in this interview.
While you may not know who he is (according to him he has a total of 12 fans), you should continue reading his interview. He’s honest, he’s witty and he’s got a lot of fight in him both inside and outside the cage. We’ll be sure that after reading this interview, you’ll be rooting for The Young Gun in his upcoming fight.
TFN: First and foremost, thank you for granting us your time to conduct this interview. We’ve searched the Internet trying to find more about you but it seems that you’re a pretty low key guy. There isn’t much about you online. Could you introduce yourself to our TFN readers and tell us more about Ale “The Young Gun” Cale?
Ale: Hi! My name is Ale Brashary D. Cali. I’m 21 yrs. old and currently based in Davao city. I’m low key because I’m a little shy in interviews and my English is not that good. Also, not too many bloggers and journalists are into MMA here in our city. They choose other fighters instead of me, I guess. That’s ok though. They call me ‘The Young Gun’ because I started out in boxing at a very young age of 10. Amateur at 15, Pro at 17.
TFN: You fight at 125lbs which seems to be the “hot” division that everyone is talking about and there are many opportunities in it. Even the UFC and ONE FC are looking into expanding that division. What is your opinion on the 125lb division getting so much attention and what are your goals fighting in this division?
Ale: My goal in the division is to be champion, of course. As any other fighter’s dream. It is getting lot of attention maybe because we little guys are more good looking. Not monstrous. Hahaha!
TFN: You will be facing Jesse Taitano at Pacific Xtreme Combat’s (PXC) upcoming event and it will be a Championship bout for the 125lb title. It’s a known fact that Jesse’s been fighting for 14 years and has the experience factor over you while you’re still a very young fighter with a 3-1 record. What are your thoughts on this and do you see his years of experience an advantage over you?
Ale: His experience is a big advantage over me. No doubt about it. That’s why I am training so hard, body, mind and spirit to win the belt. My camp is working overtime for ‘speed and power’ to overcome ‘experience’. We hope that would do the trick. Jesse is a very good fighter. I respect him. I’ve watched his videos and he is tough.
TFN: In a recent interview with the media, Jesse stated that he thinks you’re a “good boxer, but this is MMA” implying that you’re not really an MMA fighter. He’s also gone out to say that he’s going to try to end the fight in the first round. What do you think of those comments and how do you see the fight turning out?
Ale: Yes he could end the fight in one round. But I would give him a hell of a time doing that. Like he said, this is MMA. Anything could happen in MMA. Like, what if I end him in the first round? And if he thinks I’m not an MMA fighter, that’s his opinion. I’m fine with that. Let’s just see come fight night.
TFN: How is your preparation for the fight? Tell us more about the fight camp that you’re undergoing?
Ale: Coach Angelito “The Saint” Manguray is also helping us prepare. We’re doing high altitude training & ground game, a lot of different things. I can go on but I’d rather show it inside the cage. I’m learning some new hip-hop moves too since I think the fans had enough of my cha-cha. Hahaha!
TFN: What will winning the PXC 125lbs PXC Championship mean to you?
Ale: This is a dream come true! Fighters like me, without much means & from the middle of nowhere, don’t get an opportunity like this often so I’m all out for this! I hope through this I can inspire others, MMA fighter or otherwise, that you can be a champion if you put your heart, mind, & soul into it.
TFN: What is your primary martial arts discipline and how did you get into the world of Mixed Martial Arts?
Ale: I was a boxer before but I got into MMA in 2009 since boxing has been long dead in our city the past 10 years. And MMA has been very popular worldwide. So I thought I’d get into it since I love contact sports.
TFN: We’ve read from your online bio that you’re associated with the Beefit Pythons Pit. We understand it’s managed by Mindanao Fight Camp. Could you tell us more about it?
Ale: Beefit Python’s Pit is our team headed by Coach Bambi Posadas. A judo national champion turned MMA fighter. We have our Head Manager, Otek Durante, and Asst. Manager, Hazel Ogalesco. Sir Otek named his management One Mindanao because he helps fighters not only from our city but also from neighboring towns and municipalities. Fighters from remote areas don’t know where to go or what to do to get into MMA. When he sees a potential fighter, he helps them out.
TFN: You’ve had your first 2 fights in the URCC that uses a ring and your last 2 fights in the PXC were in a cage. Does fighting in a cage as opposed to a ring make a difference to you? Which do you feel more comfortable fighting in?
Ale: Ring or cage really doesn’t matter to me. It’s your opponents who fight back. Not the stage you’re on. Hahaha!
TFN: Why do you fight? If you weren’t a mixed martial artist what would you be doing?
Ale: I fight because I’m doing this for my brother. He’s in prison now and I help him out any which way I can and also to his family. We are not rich or from a well-off family. I live in a dormitory. And the little money I get from fighting does help a lot. If I’m not an MMA fighter now, I’d probably be in prison too. It’s the only thing I know. I fight.
TFN: We’re just into the year 2012. What are your goals for this year both as an individual and as a professional fighter?
Ale: My goal for this year is to become a PXC Champion. That’s all there is to it. And with the help of our Dear Lord, He would bless me more. Maybe more sponsors. Hahaha!
TFN: Do you have any parting words for your fans back home and for those who follow you overseas?
Ale: Parting words for my fans? Do I have any? I know my team and my mother are my fans. Around 12 people. That’s it. Hahaha! Most people think I’m cocky and not a very outgoing person. I’m not. Inside the cage, it’s just my style to dance around. Sometimes it confuses opponents. Sometimes it doesn’t. I mean no disrespect to my opponents at all. And they say styles make fights. Well, that’s my style. For those who think I’m hard to talk to, I’m sorry but that is true. Not because I don’t like a certain person. But it’s because I’m shy and not very fluent in English. If you ask my team, they actually think I’m a clown because I make them laugh a lot. I’m very easy to talk to. I just get nervous around guys with English accents. Hahaha! To tell you the truth, I get more nervous in live interviews than in fighting. Hahaha! Have you seen my video? I’ve got my blunders bigtime. Sorry folks. Anyway, thanks to those who have been supporting me. Thanks to PXC for the opportunity, to TFN, to my teammates, One Mindanao management and the Big Guy up there.
TFN: Thank you for your time and we wish you all the best in your upcoming fight.
There you have it guys. See you all on February 18, on fight night!
On February the 18th, Pacific Xtreme Combat (PXC) will be having their PXC 29 event in Manila. While the PXC may not be as well known as the URCC, their promotion is definitely up and coming and they put up quality cards with some tough young fighters. One of those tough young fighters is Ale “The Young Gun” Cali.
Cali will be main eventing the event and facing long time veteran Jesse Taitano for the featherweight title. It’s not a major shocker that you might not know who Ale Cali is since he’s a very low key fighter. He’s only had 2 fights in the URCC and 2 in the PXC thus far. He’s young, he’s hungry and given by his past performances, this kid’s got a very bright future. What he lacks from experience, he makes up in with heart as you will find out in this interview.
While you may not know who he is (according to him he has a total of 12 fans), you should continue reading his interview. He’s honest, he’s witty and he’s got a lot of fight in him both inside and outside the cage. We’ll be sure that after reading this interview, you’ll be rooting for The Young Gun in his upcoming fight.
TFN: First and foremost, thank you for granting us your time to conduct this interview. We’ve searched the Internet trying to find more about you but it seems that you’re a pretty low key guy. There isn’t much about you online. Could you introduce yourself to our TFN readers and tell us more about Ale “The Young Gun” Cale?
Ale: Hi! My name is Ale Brashary D. Cali. I’m 21 yrs. old and currently based in Davao city. I’m low key because I’m a little shy in interviews and my English is not that good. Also, not too many bloggers and journalists are into MMA here in our city. They choose other fighters instead of me, I guess. That’s ok though. They call me ‘The Young Gun’ because I started out in boxing at a very young age of 10. Amateur at 15, Pro at 17.
TFN: You fight at 125lbs which seems to be the “hot” division that everyone is talking about and there are many opportunities in it. Even the UFC and ONE FC are looking into expanding that division. What is your opinion on the 125lb division getting so much attention and what are your goals fighting in this division?
Ale: My goal in the division is to be champion, of course. As any other fighter’s dream. It is getting lot of attention maybe because we little guys are more good looking. Not monstrous. Hahaha!
TFN: You will be facing Jesse Taitano at Pacific Xtreme Combat’s (PXC) upcoming event and it will be a Championship bout for the 125lb title. It’s a known fact that Jesse’s been fighting for 14 years and has the experience factor over you while you’re still a very young fighter with a 3-1 record. What are your thoughts on this and do you see his years of experience an advantage over you?
Ale: His experience is a big advantage over me. No doubt about it. That’s why I am training so hard, body, mind and spirit to win the belt. My camp is working overtime for ‘speed and power’ to overcome ‘experience’. We hope that would do the trick. Jesse is a very good fighter. I respect him. I’ve watched his videos and he is tough.
TFN: In a recent interview with the media, Jesse stated that he thinks you’re a “good boxer, but this is MMA” implying that you’re not really an MMA fighter. He’s also gone out to say that he’s going to try to end the fight in the first round. What do you think of those comments and how do you see the fight turning out?
Ale: Yes he could end the fight in one round. But I would give him a hell of a time doing that. Like he said, this is MMA. Anything could happen in MMA. Like, what if I end him in the first round? And if he thinks I’m not an MMA fighter, that’s his opinion. I’m fine with that. Let’s just see come fight night.
TFN: How is your preparation for the fight? Tell us more about the fight camp that you’re undergoing?
Ale: Coach Angelito “The Saint” Manguray is also helping us prepare. We’re doing high altitude training & ground game, a lot of different things. I can go on but I’d rather show it inside the cage. I’m learning some new hip-hop moves too since I think the fans had enough of my cha-cha. Hahaha!
TFN: What will winning the PXC 125lbs PXC Championship mean to you?
Ale: This is a dream come true! Fighters like me, without much means & from the middle of nowhere, don’t get an opportunity like this often so I’m all out for this! I hope through this I can inspire others, MMA fighter or otherwise, that you can be a champion if you put your heart, mind, & soul into it.
TFN: What is your primary martial arts discipline and how did you get into the world of Mixed Martial Arts?
Ale: I was a boxer before but I got into MMA in 2009 since boxing has been long dead in our city the past 10 years. And MMA has been very popular worldwide. So I thought I’d get into it since I love contact sports.
TFN: We’ve read from your online bio that you’re associated with the Beefit Pythons Pit. We understand it’s managed by Mindanao Fight Camp. Could you tell us more about it?
Ale: Beefit Python’s Pit is our team headed by Coach Bambi Posadas. A judo national champion turned MMA fighter. We have our Head Manager, Otek Durante, and Asst. Manager, Hazel Ogalesco. Sir Otek named his management One Mindanao because he helps fighters not only from our city but also from neighboring towns and municipalities. Fighters from remote areas don’t know where to go or what to do to get into MMA. When he sees a potential fighter, he helps them out.
TFN: You’ve had your first 2 fights in the URCC that uses a ring and your last 2 fights in the PXC were in a cage. Does fighting in a cage as opposed to a ring make a difference to you? Which do you feel more comfortable fighting in?
Ale: Ring or cage really doesn’t matter to me. It’s your opponents who fight back. Not the stage you’re on. Hahaha!
TFN: Why do you fight? If you weren’t a mixed martial artist what would you be doing?
Ale: I fight because I’m doing this for my brother. He’s in prison now and I help him out any which way I can and also to his family. We are not rich or from a well-off family. I live in a dormitory. And the little money I get from fighting does help a lot. If I’m not an MMA fighter now, I’d probably be in prison too. It’s the only thing I know. I fight.
TFN: We’re just into the year 2012. What are your goals for this year both as an individual and as a professional fighter?
Ale: My goal for this year is to become a PXC Champion. That’s all there is to it. And with the help of our Dear Lord, He would bless me more. Maybe more sponsors. Hahaha!
TFN: Do you have any parting words for your fans back home and for those who follow you overseas?
Ale: Parting words for my fans? Do I have any? I know my team and my mother are my fans. Around 12 people. That’s it. Hahaha! Most people think I’m cocky and not a very outgoing person. I’m not. Inside the cage, it’s just my style to dance around. Sometimes it confuses opponents. Sometimes it doesn’t. I mean no disrespect to my opponents at all. And they say styles make fights. Well, that’s my style. For those who think I’m hard to talk to, I’m sorry but that is true. Not because I don’t like a certain person. But it’s because I’m shy and not very fluent in English. If you ask my team, they actually think I’m a clown because I make them laugh a lot. I’m very easy to talk to. I just get nervous around guys with English accents. Hahaha! To tell you the truth, I get more nervous in live interviews than in fighting. Hahaha! Have you seen my video? I’ve got my blunders bigtime. Sorry folks. Anyway, thanks to those who have been supporting me. Thanks to PXC for the opportunity, to TFN, to my teammates, One Mindanao management and the Big Guy up there.
TFN: Thank you for your time and we wish you all the best in your upcoming fight.
There you have it guys. See you all on February 18, on fight night!
PXC 29 Official Full Fight Card
Here is the complete card for PXC29, happening at the Ynares Sports Arena, Kapitolyo, Pasig City.
For the PXC Flyweight Title
Featherweight Fight
Welterweight Fight
Other Bouts
Victor Galdon vs. Crisanto Pitpitunge (135lbs.)
Roy Boughton vs. Ilima Maiava (205lbs.)
Jay Tenorio vs. Carlo Astudillo (125lbs.)
Michael Regalado vs. Troy Bantiag (135lbs.)
Jerry Legaspi vs. Glen Ranillo (155lbs.)
Eugene Toquero vs. Ricky Lucena (129lbs. catch weight)
Grab your tickets now at all SM outlets for ticket info visit www.smtickets.com.
For more on the PXC visit pacificxtremecombat.com.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
PXC 29 Fighter Profile: Jesse Taitano
Featherweight fighter Jesse "The Spider" Taitano collides with Ale Cali for the 125lbs. title to headline PXC 29 on Feb. 18, 2012 in the Ynares Sports Arena, Pasig City, Philippines.
Jesse Taitano is a professional mixed martial artist from Guam. Taitano has been fighting for 14 years but this will be his first shot at any MMA title.
After fighting in Guam at the beginning of his career, Jesse Taitano eventually started fighting in Japan. Taitano's most notable fight was against Shooto's undisputed champion Shinichi Kojima, which ended up as a two round draw. He also fought against top straw-weight Noboru Tahara, in a 119-lbs catch-weight bout, at Shooto - GIG Saitama 1 on August 9, 2009[1] Taitano fought Mamoru Yamaguchi at Vale Tudo Japan 2009 on October 30, 2009,[2] losing via TKO. Taitano lost his most recent fights to Yuki Shojo at Shooto - The Way of Shooto 2: Like a Tiger, Like a Dragon and Junji Ito at Shooto - The Way of Shooto 5: Like a Tiger, Like a Dragon.
The fight is sure to bring a whole lot of excitement as Jesse Taitano brings a well rounded MMA game and wealth of experience to the cage as he will be going up against a very game opponent in Ale Cali for the vacant PXC flyweight title.
Purchase your PXC 29 tickets now at any SM Ticket Outlet and experience one of the most explosive fights in 2012 live. Visit pacificxtremecombat.com for more information and details.
Jesse Taitano is a professional mixed martial artist from Guam. Taitano has been fighting for 14 years but this will be his first shot at any MMA title.
After fighting in Guam at the beginning of his career, Jesse Taitano eventually started fighting in Japan. Taitano's most notable fight was against Shooto's undisputed champion Shinichi Kojima, which ended up as a two round draw. He also fought against top straw-weight Noboru Tahara, in a 119-lbs catch-weight bout, at Shooto - GIG Saitama 1 on August 9, 2009[1] Taitano fought Mamoru Yamaguchi at Vale Tudo Japan 2009 on October 30, 2009,[2] losing via TKO. Taitano lost his most recent fights to Yuki Shojo at Shooto - The Way of Shooto 2: Like a Tiger, Like a Dragon and Junji Ito at Shooto - The Way of Shooto 5: Like a Tiger, Like a Dragon.
The fight is sure to bring a whole lot of excitement as Jesse Taitano brings a well rounded MMA game and wealth of experience to the cage as he will be going up against a very game opponent in Ale Cali for the vacant PXC flyweight title.
Purchase your PXC 29 tickets now at any SM Ticket Outlet and experience one of the most explosive fights in 2012 live. Visit pacificxtremecombat.com for more information and details.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
PXC 29 Promotional Video
Hey Pinoy MMA fans. Here is the PXC 29 Promotional Video also seen on AKTV.
PXC 29 will be held on February 18, 2012 in the Ynares Sports Arena, Kapitolyo, Pasig City, Philippines.
Ale Cali Vs. Jesse Taitano headlines the event for the vacant 125 lbs. title, while Ryan Bigler has a fight in the 170 lbs. class as he will take on UFC veteran 34-year-old American Dorian Price.
Tickets are now available at all SM Ticket outlets. For more inquiries please visit http://pacificxtremecombat.com.
PXC 29 will be held on February 18, 2012 in the Ynares Sports Arena, Kapitolyo, Pasig City, Philippines.
Ale Cali Vs. Jesse Taitano headlines the event for the vacant 125 lbs. title, while Ryan Bigler has a fight in the 170 lbs. class as he will take on UFC veteran 34-year-old American Dorian Price.
Tickets are now available at all SM Ticket outlets. For more inquiries please visit http://pacificxtremecombat.com.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Mayhem Miller makes his way to Manila
TUF coach and UFC middleweight fighter Jason "Mayhem" Miller makes his way to Manila in February courtesy of the PXC.
The very outspoken and flashy Miller who was a coach in the last installment of teh Ultimate Fighter against Michael Bisping, also hosts "Mayhem Mondays" on The Jason Ellis Show on Sirius satellite radio and reality show Bully Beatdown which airs on MTV2. Miller comes to the Philippines as the guest of honor at the upcoming PXC 29 on February 18, 2012 at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig.
In-spite his loss to Michael Bisping in the finale of the Ultimate Fighter season 14, he is still one of the most polarizing and entertaining fighters not only in the middleweight division but in the UFC as a whole.
It's gonna be a good one folks, like him or not it would be cool to see "Mayhem" this coming February.
Keep tuned for more on PXC 29 and for other updates and inquiries visit http://pacificxtremecombat.com/ and you can also purchase tickets at http://www.smtickets.com.
The very outspoken and flashy Miller who was a coach in the last installment of teh Ultimate Fighter against Michael Bisping, also hosts "Mayhem Mondays" on The Jason Ellis Show on Sirius satellite radio and reality show Bully Beatdown which airs on MTV2. Miller comes to the Philippines as the guest of honor at the upcoming PXC 29 on February 18, 2012 at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig.
In-spite his loss to Michael Bisping in the finale of the Ultimate Fighter season 14, he is still one of the most polarizing and entertaining fighters not only in the middleweight division but in the UFC as a whole.
It's gonna be a good one folks, like him or not it would be cool to see "Mayhem" this coming February.
Keep tuned for more on PXC 29 and for other updates and inquiries visit http://pacificxtremecombat.com/ and you can also purchase tickets at http://www.smtickets.com.
Former TUF and UFC veteran to Fight at PXC 29
Tiger Muay Thai and MMA Phuket team sponsored fighter Dorian Price will be stepping back into the cage with an upcoming MMA fight against UFC hopeful Ryan Bigler at the Pacific Xtreme Fighting Championship event in the Manila Philippines Feb. 18th.Dorian Price, an Ultimate Fighter alumni and a UFC Veteran, will be returning to the cage for the first time since his 2007 UFC loss. Rededicating his career to Muay Thai, the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt was recently ranked the #5 Light Heavyweight in North American competing in Muay Thai.
Look for Dorian, to continue working his takedown defense with Coach Ambrose, while developing his grappling with Professor Elbe during his upcoming training camp.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
PXC 29 Fight Card Shapes Up
As previously reported here on The Pinoy Fighter, PXC is back in Manila for PXC 29 on February 18, 2012 at the Ynares Sports Arena, Pasig City, Philippines.
Here’s an updated full fight card of PXC 29 you can also view the full fight card with all fighter profiles at http://pacificxtremecombat.com.
Jesse Taitano vs. Ale Cali (125 title) Main Event
Harris Sarmiento vs. Raja Shippen (145)
Victor Galdon vs. Crisanto Pitpitunge (135)
Ryan Bigler vs. Dorian Price (170)
Roy Boughton vs. Ilima Maiava (205)
Jay Tenorio vs. Carlo Astudillo (125)
Michael Regalado vs. Troy Bantiag (135)
Jerry Legaspi vs. Glen Ranillo (155)
Eugene Toquero vs. Ricky Lucena (129 catch weight)
Tickets to PXC 29 are available at SM branches and http://www.smtickets.com.
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