Nonito Donaire's Comeback: Facing Campos Amid WBA's Complex Title System
Source: news.source.manilatimes
Nonito 'The Filipino Flash' Donaire Jr., a former four-division world champion, is set to make a comeback in the boxing ring against Andres Campos of Chile for the WBA interim bantamweight title. The fight, scheduled for June 14 in Buenos Aires, is overshadowed by the WBA's convoluted title system, which currently lists three champions in the bantamweight division. Donaire, at 42, aims to reclaim his former glory despite the complexities of the rankings and his recent losses, with hopes of a third match against Naoya Inoue.
Key Points
Nonito Donaire is set to fight Andres Campos for the WBA interim bantamweight title on June 14 in Buenos Aires.
The WBA's bantamweight division has a complicated title system with an interim champion, a full-time champion, and a champion in recess.
Donaire, at 42, is significantly older than his opponent Campos, who is 28.
Donaire's recent performances have been less successful, with losses to Naoya Inoue and Alexandro Santiago.
Donaire hopes for a third fight against Naoya Inoue, though Inoue's schedule is fully booked.
The WBA's ranking system is criticized for its lack of transparency and logic, as evidenced by Donaire's ranking at No. 5.
