Dave Apolinario's Comeback Clash with Longyi Hu Set for Tokyo
Source: news.source.sunstar
Former world title contender Dave Apolinario is set to face Chinese boxer Longyi Hu in an eight-round bout on April 22, 2025, at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo. Apolinario, who is on a comeback trail after a previous loss, aims to regain his standing in the boxing world, while Hu brings experience from previous bouts against Filipino boxers.
Key Points
Dave Apolinario, a former world title contender, will fight Longyi Hu in Tokyo on April 22, 2025.
Apolinario is attempting a comeback after losing the IBF flyweight title to Angel Ayala.
Apolinario's recent victory was against Jenny Boy Boca by unanimous decision.
Longyi Hu has faced Filipino boxers before, including a split decision loss to Angilou Dalogdog and a majority draw with Dennis Endar.
Hu's most recent fight was a fourth-round stoppage win against Orkhontungalag Unubold.
Apolinario is currently ranked No. 17 by the WBC.
The weigh-in results showed Apolinario at 111.7 pounds and Hu at 112.8 pounds.
