Jerwin Juntilla Ancajas (born 1 January 1992) is a Filipino professional boxer. He held the IBF junior-bantamweight title from 2016 to 2022.

Jerwin Ancajas
Ancajas in 2017
Born
Jerwin Juntilla Ancajas

(1992-01-01) 1 January 1992 (age 32)
Panabo, Davao del Norte, Philippines
Other namesPretty Boy
Statistics
Weight(s)
Height5 ft 6 in (168 cm)
Reach66+12 in (169 cm)
StanceSouthpaw
Boxing record
Total fights41
Wins35
Wins by KO23
Losses4
Draws2

Personal life

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Jerwin was born and raised in Panabo, a suburb of Davao City, Philippines.[1] He was introduced to boxing in the second grade by his brother, Jesar. Jerwin would go on to win several national championships, including a gold medal at the Palarong Pambansa, before turning pro in 2009, at the age of 17.[2] Jerwin Ancajas has a 90–5 record in the Amateur Boxing.[3] Jerwin Ancajas currently lives in Brgy. Ramirez, Magallanes, Cavite together with his brother; Jesar Ancajas.

Professional career

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Ancajas made his professional debut in July 2009. He won his first major title; WBO Asia Pacific Youth junior-bantamweight title against Rex Tito scheduled in SM City Lipa. Jerwin Ancajas suffered a loss in his fifteenth pro bout, losing a majority decision to Mark Anthony Geraldo.

He became the IBF junior bantamweight champion when he defeated McJoe Arroyo on September 3, 2016.[4] Ancajas earned just $3,750 for the fight.[5] He entered the fight on an 11-fight win streak.[6] Ancajas comfortably outboxed Arroyo, and dropped him in round 8 to win a unanimous decision.[7]

Ancajas made his first defense on January 29, 2017, beating José Alfredo Rodríguez by technical knockout, after Rodríguez was unable to continue due to injury.[8] Ancajas made a further defense in July 2017, on the undercard of Manny Pacquiao-Jeff Horn against Teiru Kinoshita. Ancajas battered Kinoshita, opening a cut over his right eye and pummeling him to the body, before dropping him in round 7 with a right hook to the body. Kinoshita beat the count but the referee stopped the fight, giving Ancajas a TKO win.[9] On November 18, 2017, Ancajas defeated Jamie Conlan with a round 6 TKO. Conlan was battered from the first round, going down after a body shot. He was dropped three more times until the referee stopped the fight. Ancajas was deducted a point in round 5 by referee Steve Gray, following a legitimate shot to Conlan's abdomen. With the win, Ancajas made his third successful title defense in 2017, all by technical knockout and in different countries.[10]

In December, it was announced that Ancajas had signed with Top Rank and would make his U.S. debut in February 2018, defending his title against Israel González in Corpus Christi, Texas.[11] On 3 February 2018, Ancajas would successfully defend his IBF belt in his US debut.[12]

In his next title defence, Ancajas faced IBF #1 ranked title contender Jonas Sultan. Ancajas won the fight comfortably, winning by a wide margin on all three scorecards, namely 119–109, 119-109 and 117–111.[13]

On 29 September 2018, Ancajas battled IBF #14 Alejandro Santiago Barrios.[14] Barrios proved a tough opponent for the IBF champion, but could only fight to a draw as Ancajas was able to keep his belt.[15]

In his next fight, Ancajas fought #1 IBF contender Ryuichi Funai.[16] Ancajas overmatched Funai for most of the fight, as Funai was able to take some of his best shots, but did not counter Ancajas with any of his own. Ancajas finished his opponent in round seven.[17]

On 7 December 2019, Ancajas had another successful title defence, this time against IBF #14 Miguel Gonzalez. Ancajas won via a sixth-round TKO.[18]

Ancajas was scheduled to make his ninth IBF title defense against Jonathan Javier Rodriguez on April 10, 2021.[19] He won the fight by unanimous decision, with scores of 115-112, 116-111, and 117-110.[20]

Professional boxing record

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41 fights 35 wins 4 losses
By knockout 23 1
By decision 11 3
By disqualification 1 0
Draws 2
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
40 Win 35–4–2 Sukpraserd Ponpitak DQ 5 (10) 22 Sep 2024 Mandaluyong City College, Mandaluyong, Philippines
40 Loss 34–4–2 Takuma Inoue KO 9 (12), 0:44 24 Feb 2024 Ryōgoku Kokugikan, Tokyo, Japan For WBA bantamweight title
39 Win 34–3–2 Wilner Soto TKO 5 (8), 2:41 24 Jun 2023 Minneapolis Armory, Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
38 Loss 33–3–2 Fernando Martínez UD 12 8 Oct 2022 Dignity Health Sports Park, Carson, California, U.S. For IBF junior-bantamweight title
37 Loss 33–2–2 Fernando Martínez UD 12 26 Feb 2022 The Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. Lost IBF junior-bantamweight title
36 Win 33–1–2 Jonathan Javier Rodriguez UD 12 10 Apr 2021 Mohegan Sun Arena, Montville, Connecticut, U.S. Retained IBF junior-bantamweight title
35 Win 32–1–2 Miguel Gonzalez TKO 6 (12), 1:53 7 Dec 2019 Auditorio GNP Seguros, Puebla, Mexico Retained IBF junior-bantamweight title
34 Win 31–1–2 Ryuichi Funai RTD 6 (12), 3:00 4 May 2019 Stockton Arena, Stockton, California, U.S. Retained IBF junior-bantamweight title
33 Draw 30–1–2 Alexandro Santiago SD 12 29 Sep 2018 Oracle Arena, Oakland, California, U.S. Retained IBF junior-bantamweight title
32 Win 30–1–1 Jonas Sultan UD 12 26 May 2018 Save Mart Center, Fresno, California, U.S. Retained IBF junior-bantamweight title
31 Win 29–1–1 Israel González TKO 10 (12), 1:50 3 Feb 2018 American Bank Center, Corpus Christi, Texas, U.S. Retained IBF junior-bantamweight title
30 Win 28–1–1 Jamie Conlan TKO 6 (12), 0:52 18 Nov 2017 SSE Arena, Belfast, Northern Ireland Retained IBF junior-bantamweight title
29 Win 27–1–1 Teiru Kinoshita TKO 7 (12), 1:53 2 Jul 2017 Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane, Australia Retained IBF junior-bantamweight title
28 Win 26–1–1 José Alfredo Rodríguez RTD 7 (12), 3:00 29 Jan 2017 Cotai Arena, Macau, S.A.R. Retained IBF junior-bantamweight title
27 Win 25–1–1 McJoe Arroyo UD 12 3 Sep 2016 Jurado Hall, Taguig, Philippines Won IBF junior-bantamweight title
26 Win 24–1–1 Paul Apolinario KO 1 (10), 0:35 13 Nov 2015 Bonifacio Naval Station, Taguig, Philippines
25 Win 23–1–1 Juan Purisima KO 9 (10), 1:57 30 May 2015 Lagao Gym, General Santos, Philippines
24 Win 22–1–1 Fadhili Majiha KO 3 (8), 1:48 23 Nov 2014 Cotai Arena, Macau, S.A.R.
23 Win 21–1–1 Rachmat Santoso TKO 1 (10), 2:55 23 Aug 2014 Almendras Gym, Davao City, Davao del Sur
22 Win 20–1–1 Petchwanchai Sor Visetkit KO 1 (12), 2:16 3 May 2014 USeP, Davao City, Philippines Won IBF Pan Pacific junior-bantamweight title
21 Win 19–1–1 Inthanon Sithchamuang KO 2 (8), 1:30 22 Feb 2014 Cotai Arena, Macau, S.A.R.
20 Win 18–1–1 Ryan Bongcawil KO 2 (10), 1:58 14 Dec 2013 Lagao Gym, General Santos, Philippines
19 Win 17–1–1 Armando Casa TKO 4 (8), 0:59 30 Aug 2013 Lucena City Recreational Gym, Lucena, Philippines Won Philippines Luzon PBA bantamweight title
18 Win 16–1–1 Runlong Xu TKO 4 (6) 21 Dec 2012 Haikou, China
17 Win 15–1–1 Miguel Tamayo TKO 10 (10), 2:46 21 Sep 2012 Cuneta Astrodome, Pasay, Philippines
16 Win 14–1–1 John Paul Bautista RTD 3 (10), 3:00 12 Aug 2012 Ynares Sports Arena, Pasig, Philippines
15 Loss 13–1–1 Mark Anthony Geraldo MD 10 17 Mar 2012 Hoops Dome, Lapu-Lapu, Philippines Lost WBO Asia Pacific Youth junior-bantamweight title
14 Win 13–0–1 Rodel Quilaton UD 12 23 Nov 2011 Imus Plaza, Imus, Philippines
13 Win 12–0–1 Jing Xiang UD 10 27 Aug 2011 People's Stadium, Tianjin, China
12 Win 11–0–1 Jason Egera TKO 8 (10), 2:38 6 Aug 2011 Island Cove, Kawit, Philippines
11 Win 10–0–1 Rex Tito UD 10 16 Apr 2011 SM City Lipa, Lipa, Philippines Won WBO Asia Pacific Youth junior-bantamweight title
10 Win 9–0–1 Pit Anacaya UD 10 19 Feb 2011 Imus Plaza, Imus, Philippines
9 Win 8–0–1 Menard Zaragosa UD 10 22 Dec 2010 Imus Sports Gymnasium, Imus, Philippines
8 Win 7–0–1 Julius Agcopra TKO 3 (8), 1:08 20 Nov 2010 Mahinog Gym, Mahinog, Philippines
7 Win 6–0–1 Leo de Guia UD 8 26 Sep 2010 Imus Plaza, Imus, Philippines
6 Win 5–0–1 Redney Quezon TKO 6 (6), 0:27 7 Aug 2010 Maasim, Philippines
5 Win 4–0–1 Leo de Guia UD 6 26 Jun 2010 Barangay Maranding, Lala, Philippines
4 Draw 3–0–1 Ervin Yamo TD 6 15 May 2010 Cebu Coliseum, Cebu City, Philippines
3 Win 3–0 Jimmy Paypa MD 4 25 Sep 2009 Cebu Coliseum, Cebu City, Philippines
2 Win 2–0 Sherwin McDo Lungay TKO 1 (4), 1:02 3 Sep 2009 Polomolok Gym, Polomolok, Philippines
1 Win 1–0 Reynaldo Buluan TKO 1 (4), 0:48 27 Jul 2009 Polanco, Philippines

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Jerwin Ancajas: A Champion Emerges from the Shadows - The Grueling Truth
  2. ^ "Fight has just begun for boxer Jerwin Ancajas". 17 January 2017.
  3. ^ Jerwin Ancajas hopes to make "lasting impression" against Israel Gonzalez, stake claim as next great Filipino boxing champion
  4. ^ ABS-CBN Corp. (2016-09-03). "Pinoy boxer Jerwin Ancajas wins IBF Super Flyweight title | ABS-CBN Sports". Sports.abs-cbn.com. Archived from the original on 2017-03-05. Retrieved 2016-10-05.
  5. ^ Songalia, Ryan (2014-06-20). "Jerwin Ancajas outpoints McJoe Arroyo - The Ring". Ringtv.com. Retrieved 2016-10-05.
  6. ^ "Jerwin Ancajas set for biggest fight of career as he challenges McJoe Arroyo for IBF title". Spin.Ph. 2016-09-02. Retrieved 2016-10-05.
  7. ^ "Ancajas stuns Arroyo to win IBF junior bantamweight title". 3 September 2016.
  8. ^ Jerwin Ancajas stops Jose Alfredo Rodriguez » Boxing News
  9. ^ Jerwin Ancajas bloodies, stops Teiru Kinoshita, retains junior bantamweight title
  10. ^ Boxing: Jerwin Ancajas devastates Irish challenger to retain world title | ABS-CBN News
  11. ^ Jerwin Ancajas To Become a Top Rank Fighter, Says Arum - Boxing News
  12. ^ "Ancajas vs Gonzalez - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2021-01-18.
  13. ^ "Ancajas vs Sultan - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2021-01-18.
  14. ^ "Ancajas vs Barrios - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2021-01-18.
  15. ^ "Alejandro Santiago gives Jerwin Ancajas all he can handle in IBF 115-pound title bout draw". The Ring. 2018-09-28. Retrieved 2021-01-18.
  16. ^ "Ancajas vs Funai - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2021-01-18.
  17. ^ "Jerwin Ancajas batters Ryuichi Funai, scores 7th round stoppage to retain title". The Ring. 2019-05-04. Retrieved 2021-01-18.
  18. ^ "Ancajas vs Gonzalez - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2021-01-18.
  19. ^ Pamintuan, Carlo (10 April 2021). "Jerwin Ancajas raring to go against challenger Jonathan Javier Rodriguez". tv5.espn.com. Retrieved 15 June 2021.
  20. ^ ABS-CBN News. "Boxing: Ancajas outlasts Rodriguez in thriller to retain IBF belt". news.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved 15 June 2021.
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Sporting positions
Regional boxing titles
Vacant
Title last held by
A. J. Banal
WBO Asia Pacific Youth
super flyweight champion

April 16, 2011 – March 17, 2012
Succeeded by
Vacant
Title last held by
Alie Laurel
Philippines Luzon PBA
bantamweight champion

August 30, 2013 – 2014
Vacated
Vacant
Title next held by
Ernesto Saulong
Vacant
Title last held by
Pipat Chaiporn
IBF Pan Pacific
super flyweight champion

May 3, 2014 – 2015
Vacated
Vacant
Title next held by
Aston Palicte
World boxing titles
Preceded by IBF super flyweight champion
September 3, 2016 – February 26, 2022
Succeeded by