Jesse Espinas Triumphs Over Cao to Claim WBC Asian Super-Flyweight Title
Source: news.source.sunstar
Filipino boxer Jesse Espinas won the WBC Asian super-flyweight championship by defeating Jiangtao Cao in the fifth round in Huhehaote, China. Despite Cao's early advantage due to his reach, Espinas turned the fight around with strategic body shots and a decisive right uppercut, leading to a stoppage victory.
Key Points
Jesse Espinas won the WBC Asian super-flyweight title on June 21, 2025.
The fight took place in Huhehaote, China.
Espinas stopped Cao in the fifth round with a right uppercut followed by haymakers.
Cao initially used his reach advantage effectively but was outmaneuvered by Espinas' strategy.
Espinas improved his record to 24-7 with 14 knockouts, while Cao's record fell to 10-5-2 with 4 knockouts.
