Donaire lauds Dasmariñas despite loss

By Niel Victor C. Masoy

Jun 22, 2021 12:25 am

Filipino boxer Nonito Donaire knew firsthand how strong Naoya Inoue is, having fought and lost to the Japanese champion in a classic bout in November 2019.

And that's why 'The Filipino Flash' lauded compatriot Michael Dasmariñas for courageously fighting Inoue despite losing to 'The Monster' via a third-round knockout on Sunday (Philippine time) at the Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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