Filipino boxing star Charly Suarez signs with Sampson Boxing in quest for world championship

Filipino boxing star Charly Suarez has firmly established himself as one of the Philippines’ top professional fighters, currently holding both the International Boxing Organization (IBO) and International Boxing Federation (IBF) Inter-Continental Super Featherweight titles. Known for his technical skill and relentless work ethic, Suarez continues to make waves on the international stage.

Suarez was recently at the center of a major controversy following his bout with World Boxing Organization (WBO) super featherweight champion Emmanuel Navarrete of Mexico on Saturday, May 10, at the Pechanga Arena in San Diego. Navarrete initially retained his title via a unanimous technical decision, but questions arose over the cause of a cut—whether it was the result of a punch or an accidental headbutt. Had the cut been ruled as caused by a punch from Suarez, the Filipino contender would have claimed victory by TKO.

In a major victory for Suarez’s camp, the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) overturned Navarrete’s win on Tuesday, June 3, ruling it a “no contest,” with the WBO immediately ordering a rematch. The decision restored Suarez’s professional record to 18-0 with 10 knockouts, while Navarrete remains at 39-2-1 with 32 knockouts. More importantly, Suarez now has a chance to challenge Navarrete again for the WBO super featherweight crown.

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Currently ranked as the No. 1 WBO contender at 130 pounds, Suarez has signed a promotional deal with Sampson Boxing, setting his sights firmly on a world title.

Sampson Boxing has Signed Top Junior Lightweight Contender Charly Suarez to a Promotional Contract‼️#boxing #sampsonboxing pic.twitter.com/tExjYwEwWX

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“I am very happy to officially join Sampson Boxing and to work with Sampson Lewkowicz, who has guided many world champions in the sport. This is an important step in my career as I continue my pursuit of a world title. I have worked my entire life for this moment, from representing the Philippines in the Olympics to competing on the world stage as a professional,” Suarez said in a statement.

“With Sampson’s experience and commitment, I believe we have the right team to bring my career to the next level. My goal remains the same—to bring pride to the Philippines as a soldier and a world champion boxer,” he added.

Veteran promoter Sampson Lewkowicz, who now manages Suarez’s career, is confident that the Filipino pugilist is on the brink of achieving his lifelong dream.

“I am happy to be joining the team of proud Filipino warrior Charly Suarez. I will help guide him to the world championship victory he deserves and then to the most rewarding fights available when he is champion,” Lewkowicz said.

With a rematch against Navarrete on the horizon and a new promotional team behind him, Suarez is now perfectly positioned to take the next step in his career. For Filipino boxing fans, the message is clear: Charly Suarez is not just a contender—he is a future world champion whose journey continues to inspire and elevate Philippine boxing on the global stage.

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