Vic Saludar
Born
Victorio Miranda Saludar

(1990-11-03) 3 November 1990
Polomolok, Philippines
Other namesVicious
Statistics
Weight(s)Mini-flyweight
Height5 ft 3 in (160 cm)
Reach65+1⁄2 in (166 cm)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights29
Wins23
Wins by KO13
Losses6
Medal record
Men's amateur boxing
Representing  Philippines
Asian Games
Bronze medal – third place2010 GuangzhouLight-flyweight

Victorio Miranda Saludar (born 3 November 1990) is a Filipino professional boxer who held the WBO mini-flyweight title from 2018 to 2019 and the WBA (Regular) mini-flyweight title in 2021.

Amateur career

Saludar was a successful amateur. He's a six-time national amateur champion in the flyweight division, and he won a bronze medal at the 2010 Asian Games, after losing in the semifinals to Birzhan Zhakypov. Saludar's two brothers are also boxers. Rey Saludar won a gold medal at the 2010 Asian Games, and Froilan Saludar is a former world-title challenger.[1]

Professional career

Early career

Saludar made his professional debut against Juanito Hundante on 13 July 2013, and won the fight by a first-round technical knockout. He amassed an 11-1 record during the next two years, most notably defeating Rizky Pratama by a first-round technical knockout to win the vacant WBO Asia Pacific mini-flyweight title.[2]

WBO mini flyweight champion

Saludar was scheduled to challenge the reigning WBO mini flyweight champion Ryuya Yamanaka, in the latter's second title defense. The fight was scheduled for 13 July 2018, to be contested at the Central Gym in Kobe, Japan.[3] Saludar was at the time the #3 ranked WBO mini flyweight contender.[4] He won the fight by unanimous decision, with scores of 116-111, 117-110 and 115-112. Saludar knocked Yamanaka with a straight right in the seventh round and had, by the end of the bout, opened a cut above Yamanaka's left eye.[5]

Saludar made his first WBO mini flyweight title defense against Masataka Taniguchi on 26 February 2019, at the Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan.[6] He won the fight by a wide unanimous decision, with two judges scoring the fight 117-111 in his favor, while the third judge awarded him a 118-110 scorecard.[7]

Saludar made his second WBO title defense against Wilfredo Méndez on 24 August 2019, at the Puerto Rico Convention Center in San Juan, Puerto Rico.[8] Saludar was seen as the favorite to retain the title when the bout was first scheduled.[9] Saludar entered the bout without his usual cornermen, as his coach Jojo Palacios was unable to secure a working visa, while his manager Kenneth Rondal was forced to stay in the Philippines due to his father's recent brain surgery.[10] Mendez won the fight by unanimous decision, with scores of 117-110, 115-112, 116-111.[11]

WBA Regular champion

Saludar was scheduled to face Mike Kinaadman in his first post-title fight on 21 December 2019, and was held at the Enan Chiong Activity Center in Naga, Philippines. He suffered a flash knockdown in the first round, but quickly rebounded to stop Kinaadman by knockout in the sixth round.[12]

Saludar was scheduled to face Robert Paradero for the vacant WBA Regular mini-flyweight title on 19 February 2021, at the Biñan Football Stadium in Biñan, Philippines.[13] The fight was originally planned for 26 September 2020, in Manila, but was eventually pushed back due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[14] Saludar won the fight by split decision, with two judges awarding Saludar 115-113 and 116-112 scorecards, while the third judge score the bout 118-110 for Paradero.[15]

On 30 August 2021, the WBA ordered Saludar to face the number 1 ranked mini flyweight contender Erick Rosa in a mandatory title fight. The two of them were given 30 days to negotiate the terms of the bout, before it would head to a purse bid.[16] They came to terms on 9 September, and announced the fight for 9 December 2021, to be held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.[17] The fight was later postponed for 21 December 2021[18] Saludar lost the fight by split decision, with scores of 109-116, 112-113 and 113-112.[19]

Later mini flyweight career

Saludar faced Oscar Collazo in a WBA mini-flyweight title eliminator on the undercard of the Javier Fortuna lightweight bout, which took place on 16 July 2022.[20] He lost the fight by unanimous decision, with score of 116–112, 116–112 and 118–110.[21]

Saludar faced Ariston Aton for the vacant Asian Boxing Federation minimumweight title on 21 December 2021.[22] He captured the vacant belt by a seventh-round knockout.[23]

Professional boxing record

30 fights 24 wins 6 losses
By knockout 14 2
By decision 10 4
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
30 Win 24–6 Francis Jay Diaz TKO 6 (10) 16 Dec 2023 Naga Sports Complex, Naga City, Philippines
29 Win 23–6 Clyde Azarcon TKO 2 (10), 0:54 8 Oct 2023 Iligan City Public Plaza, Iligan City, Philippines
28 Win 22–6 Ariston Aton KO 7 (10), 2:55 21 Dec 2022 Enan Chiong Activity Center, Naga City, Philippines Won vacant ABF minimumweight title
27 Loss 21–6 Oscar Collazo UD 12 16 Jul 2022 Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
26 Loss 21–5 Erick Rosa SD 12 21 Dec 2021 Hotel Catalonia Malecon Center, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Lost WBA (Regular) mini-flyweight title
25 Win 21–4 Robert Paradero SD 12 20 Feb 2021 Football Stadium, Biñan, Philippines Won vacant WBA (Regular) mini-flyweight title
24 Win 20–4 Mike Kinaadman KO 6 (10), 2:04 21 Dec 2019 Enan Chiong Activity Center, Naga, Philippines
23 Loss 19–4 Wilfredo Méndez UD 12 24 Aug 2019 Puerto Rico Convention Center, San Juan, Puerto Rico Lost WBO mini-flyweight title
22 Win 19–3 Masataka Taniguchi UD 12 26 Feb 2019 Korakuen Hall, Tokyo, Japan Retained WBO mini-flyweight title
21 Win 18–3 Ryuya Yamanaka UD 12 13 Jul 2018 Central Gym, Kobe, Japan Won WBO mini-flyweight title
20 Win 17–3 Mike Kinaadman KO 7 (10), 1:52 3 Apr 2018 Municipal Gymnasium, Manolo Fortich, Philippines
19 Win 16–3 Lito Dante UD 10 23 Dec 2017 Enan Chiong Activity Center, Naga, Philippines
18 Win 15–3 Mike Kinaadman UD 8 30 Aug 2017 Barangay Bulua Covered Court, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
17 Loss 14–3 Toto Landero SD 10 10 Jun 2017 Sports and Cultural Complex, Mandaue, Philippines
16 Win 14–2 Powell Balaba UD 6 1 Mar 2017 Barangay Bulua Covered Court, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
15 Win 13–2 Jimboy Haya UD 12 28 Oct 2016 Barangay Bulua Covered Court, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines Won vacant WBO Oriental mini-flyweight title
14 Win 12–2 Lito Dante UD 10 2 Apr 2016 Oval Plaza Gym, General Santos, Philippines Retained WBO Asia Pacific mini-flyweight title
13 Loss 11–2 Kosei Tanaka KO 6 (12), 2:15 31 Dec 2015 Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium, Nagoya, Japan For WBO mini-flyweight title
12 Win 11–1 Rizky Pratama TKO 1 (12), 1:02 9 Sep 2015 Polomolok Gym, Polomolok, Philippines Won vacant WBO Asia Pacific mini-flyweight title
11 Win 10–1 Michael Kaibigan KO 4 (8), 1:54 11 Jul 2015 Waterfront Hotel & Casino, Cebu City, Philippines
10 Win 9–1 Lyster Jun Pronco UD 8 7 Feb 2015 University of SouthEastern Philippines Gym, Davao City, Philippines
9 Win 8–1 Sherwin McDo Lungay TKO 1 (8), 1:17 7 Dec 2014 Central Market Gym, Iligan, Philippines
8 Win 7–1 JR Salvador UD 8 4 Oct 2014 Macasanding Covered Court, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
7 Win 6–1 Belmar Plaza KO 4 (8), 2:59 16 Aug 2014 Macasandig Gym, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
6 Win 5–1 Mateo Jasma TKO 1 (6), 0:55 5 Jun 2014 Convention & Sports Center, Dipolog, Philippines
5 Win 4–1 Rey Morano KO 1 (6), 1:26 12 Apr 2014 Macasandig Gym, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
4 Win 3–1 Philip Luis Cuerdo TKO 4 (6), 2:38 1 Mar 2014 Solaire Resort & Casino, Parañaque, Philippines
3 Loss 2–1 Powell Balaba RTD 4 (6), 3:00 23 Nov 2013 City Hall Grounds, Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
2 Win 2–0 Camilo Rey Seneres TKO 1 (4), 1:08 14 Sep 2013 Molo Covered Gym, Brgy., Iloilo City, Philippines
1 Win 1–0 Juanito Hundante TKO 1 (4), 0:52 13 Jul 2013 Solaire Resort Hotel and Casino, Pasay, Philippines

Personal life

Saludar has a wife named Jonalyn. He also has a son and a daughter.[24]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Can Vic Saludar Surpass His Amateur Success as a Pro?".
  2. ↑ Siasat, JM (24 November 2015). "Pinoy fighter Vic Saludar gets crack at world title in Japan". gmanetwork.com/. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  3. ↑ Josue, Jr., Fergus E. (27 June 2018). "Mag-utol na Saludar uupak sa Japan". tnt.abante.com.ph. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  4. ↑ Bonsubre, Jr., Rene. "VIC SALUDAR BATTLES RYUYA YAMANAKA FOR WBO WORLD TITLE TODAY IN JAPAN". philboxing.com. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  5. ↑ Songalia, Ryan (13 July 2018). "Vic Saludar drops, decisions Ryuya Yamanaka to win WBO strawweight belt". ringtv.com. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  6. ↑ Reyes, Lito Delos. "Saludar to defend WBO title vs. Japanese boxer". pna.gov.ph. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  7. ↑ Stumberg, Patrick L. (26 February 2019). "Vic Saludar defeats Masataka Taniguchi in first title defense". badlefthook.com. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  8. ↑ "Vic Saludar defends against Wilfredo Méndez this Saturday". boxing247.com. Retrieved 6 June 2021.
  9. ↑ "Vic Saludar and Wilfredo Mendez clash for WBO title!". asianboxing.info. Retrieved 6 June 2021.
  10. ↑ Luarca, Roy (25 August 2019). "Saludar, sans trainer and manager, yields world title in Puerto Rico". rappler.com. Retrieved 6 June 2021.
  11. ↑ Songalia, Ryan (25 August 2019). "Wilfredo Mendez upsets Vic Saludar, wins WBO strawweight belt". ringtv.com. Retrieved 6 June 2021.
  12. ↑ "Saludar Stops, win ABF BELT in Naga". asianboxing.info. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  13. ↑ Galvez, Waylon (19 February 2021). "Saludar takes on Paradero for WBA title". mb.com.ph. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  14. ↑ Songalia, Ryan (24 July 2020). "Vic Saludar vs. Robert Paradero being eyed for Sept. 26 in Manila". ringtv.com. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  15. ↑ Donovan, Jake (20 February 2021). "Vic Saludar Edges Robert Paradero To Win Vacant Secondary WBA Strawweight Title". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  16. ↑ Aznar, Edri. "Saludar vs. Rosa title fight ordered by the WBA". ph.news.yahoo.com. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  17. ↑ Donovan, Jake (9 September 2021). "Vic Saludar-Erick Rosa Reach Terms To Avoid Purse Bid For WBA Title Fight, Set For December 9". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 25 September 2021.
  18. ↑ Luarca, Roy (19 November 2021). "Saludar risks world title against Pacheco in Dominican Republic". rappler.com. Retrieved 10 December 2021.
  19. ↑ Songalia, Ryan (22 December 2021). "Erick Rosa gets off the canvas, outpoints Vic Saludar in Dominican Republic". ringtv.com. Retrieved 22 December 2021.
  20. ↑ Donovan, Jake (16 July 2022). "Oscar Collazo: This Is My Chance To Let Boxing World Know Who I Am - A Future World Champ". boxingscene.com. Retrieved 16 July 2022.
  21. ↑ Salazar, Francisco (16 July 2022). "Oscar Collazo Gets Off The Canvas To Outpoint Ex-champ Vic Saludar". ringtv.com. Retrieved 17 July 2022.
  22. ↑ Rosal, Dale (13 December 2022). "Vic Saludar vs Ariston Aton in 'Rumble in Naga'". cebudailynews.inquirer.net. Retrieved 19 December 2022.
  23. ↑ Rosal, Glendale (22 December 2022). "Saludar stops Aton in 7th rd of Rumble sa Naga". cebudailynews.inquirer.net. Retrieved 22 December 2022.
  24. ↑ "Saludar won't leak secret fight plan".
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