Filipino boxer and former world title challenger Jeo Santisima is set for a crucial regional title fight this weekend. He will challenge World Boxing Organization (WBO) Inter-Continental super-featherweight champion Angelo Pena in the early hours of Saturday, December 27, 2025 (Philippine time). The bout will be held at the Kursaal Arena in Berne, Switzerland.
A Pathway Back to the Top
This fight holds significant weight for Santisima's career trajectory. A victory over the undefeated Pena is his direct ticket back into the coveted world rankings, reviving his aspirations for another shot at a world championship. The stakes could not be higher for the Cebuano fighter, who is a member of the Zip-Sanman Wellness Center in Cebu City.
Fighter Profiles and Recent History
Jeo Santisima last fought for a regional belt in 2024 in Masbate, where he spectacularly knocked out Arnon Yupang in the fourth round to claim the World Boxing Council (WBC) Asian Continental super-featherweight title. His professional record stands at 26 wins and 8 losses, with an impressive 22 of those wins coming by way of knockout.
Standing in his way is the Dominican champion, Angelo Pena, who now bases himself in Switzerland. Pena captured the WBO Inter-Continental title via a unanimous decision victory over Hiroki Hanabusa last year. The upcoming match will mark the third defense of his crown. He brings an unblemished record of 12 wins, 0 losses, with 7 knockouts to the ring, presenting a formidable challenge for the experienced Santisima.
What's on the Line in Berne
Beyond the physical belt, the psychological and career implications are immense. For Santisima, it's a chance to reassert himself on the international stage and prove he still belongs among the elite in the competitive 130-pound division. For Pena, it's an opportunity to defend his home turf in Switzerland and preserve his perfect record against his most experienced opponent to date. The clash of Santisima's power-punching experience against Pena's youthful, unbeaten momentum promises an explosive encounter for fight fans.
