Jhunrick Carcedo Claims WBA Asia South Welterweight Crown with Dominant TKO Victory
In a thrilling display of skill and power, Filipino knockout specialist Jhunrick Carcedo has been crowned the new World Boxing Association (WBA) Asia South welterweight champion. The historic victory took place on Monday, February 9, 2026, at the Villa Kristen Resort and Hotel in General Santos City, where Carcedo secured the title with an impressive eighth-round technical knockout over Chinese contender Yesihati Yeerken.
A Competitive Battle Culminates in Decisive Finish
The championship bout was fiercely contested from the opening bell, with both fighters exchanging powerful punches and demonstrating remarkable resilience. Carcedo and Yeerken engaged in a back-and-forth struggle, each landing significant blows that kept the audience on the edge of their seats throughout the match.
However, the tide turned decisively in the eighth round when Carcedo connected with a devastating left punch to Yeerken's head. Seizing the momentum, the Filipino boxer followed up with a series of punishing body shots that visibly weakened his opponent. Yeerken retreated and eventually dropped to one knee, signaling his distress.
Although the 27-year-old Chinese boxer managed to regain his footing, he made the difficult decision to not continue the fight. This forced the referee to officially stop the contest at the 42-second mark of the eighth round, declaring Carcedo the winner by technical knockout.
Career Milestones and Record Updates
With this monumental win, the 26-year-old Carcedo elevates his professional boxing record to 12 victories and 4 losses. Notably, 11 of his wins have come by way of knockout, underscoring his reputation as a formidable power puncher in the welterweight division.
On the other side, Yeerken's record now stands at 10 wins, 8 losses, and 2 draws, with 4 knockout victories. Despite the setback, his performance demonstrated the competitive spirit that defines championship-level boxing.
Undercard Highlights and Future Prospects
The event featured several exciting supporting bouts that showcased emerging talent and established veterans. In a notable co-main event, Jerald Into delivered a standout performance by stopping veteran fighter Ernie Sanchez in the third round. Into, who boasts a record of 14 wins and 1 loss with 11 knockouts, is now scheduled to compete for the World Boxing Organization (WBO) Global lightweight title on April 12, 2026, in China. His opponent will be the undefeated Chinese boxer Yongqiang Yang, promising another high-stakes international clash.
Additional undercard results included:
- Yesimuhan Yeerken maintained his unbeaten streak with a third-round technical knockout victory over experienced fighter Boyce Sultan.
- Jerome Cometa earned a unanimous decision win against Raffie Jamero in a closely contested match.
- Cholo Alvarez made a strong statement with a first-round knockout of Ronald Bulacan.
- Jhaymil Ubando enjoyed a successful professional debut, winning by unanimous decision over fellow newcomer Ajay Bustamante.
- John Rafael Delfin opened the event with an explosive first-round knockout victory against Rey Cañete.
This championship event not only crowned a new regional king but also highlighted the depth of boxing talent emerging from the Philippines, setting the stage for future international competitions and title defenses.
