PCC 4: Clash of Warriors – Official Results & Full Recap

📍 IBC Mandaluyong, Metro Manila
📅 July 12, 2025

The Philippine Combat Championship (PCC) returned with a bang at PCC 4: Clash of Warriors, showcasing a stacked card that delivered devastating finishes, technical brilliance, and a passionate local crowd that roared with every strike, scramble, and submission.

From future prospects making their mark to veterans showcasing their grit, the event was a thrilling night for Filipino MMA fans. Let’s break down all the action from top to bottom:

🟡 PRELIMINARY CARD RESULTS

🔹 1st Bout – Flyweight (125 lbs)

Rafael "The Rapido" Bolo vs. Edison Pabillo
📝 Result: Rafael Bolo wins via Retirement (Opponent Did Not Answer the Bell) – Round 2

Opening the night was a fast-paced flyweight bout where Rafael Bolo lived up to his nickname "The Rapido," pressuring Edison Pabillo with relentless forward movement and accurate combinations. After a punishing Round 1, Pabillo’s corner waved off the fight, giving Bolo the win via retirement. A strong start for the young flyweight.

🔹 2nd Bout – Flyweight (125 lbs)

Noel "The Black Panther" Rosales vs. Reynaldo “Nikko” Romero Jr.
📝 Result: Rosales wins via TKO – Round 1 (0:51)

In what may be the fastest finish of the night, Noel Rosales wasted no time blitzing Romero Jr. with precision and power. A right hand stunned Romero, and follow-up ground-and-pound forced the referee to step in before the first minute mark. Rosales looked sharp, explosive, and ready for stiffer competition.

🔹 3rd Bout – Lightweight (155 lbs)

Bernabe "El Gorilla" Astillo vs. Barry Kenn “The Saiyan” Cariaga
📝 Result: Astillo wins via Submission (Rear-Naked Choke) – Round 1 (1:23)

“El Gorilla” Astillo showed off his grappling chops by quickly taking Cariaga to the mat. After securing back control in a scramble, Astillo sunk in a rear-naked choke and got the tap in just over a minute. Impressive dominance by Astillo in the stacked lightweight division.

🔴 MAIN CARD RESULTS

🔹 4th Bout – Flyweight (125 lbs)

Florence "Night Crawler" Manguiat vs. Justine “The Bad Boy” Lacson
📝 Result: Manguiat wins via Unanimous Decision

Manguiat used superior movement and technical striking to nullify the aggression of Lacson across three rounds. "Night Crawler" stayed elusive and peppered Lacson with leg kicks and counter-punches to earn a clear-cut unanimous decision. A solid tactical performance.

🔹 5th Bout – Featherweight (145 lbs)

Rajiv Ranillo vs. Japhet “D Warrior of God” Dequito
📝 Result: Ranillo wins via Unanimous Decision

This closely contested featherweight fight featured crisp striking exchanges and wild scrambles, but it was Ranillo’s cage control, takedowns, and top pressure that edged out the scorecards. Dequito showed heart but couldn’t overcome the pace set by Ranillo.

🔹 6th Bout – Flyweight (125 lbs)

Justin Jones "Bones" Matoto vs. Anjune “The Destroyer” Gallanosa
📝 Result: Matoto wins via TKO – Round 1 (2:03)

Matoto, nicknamed “Bones,” channeled his inner Jon Jones with a dynamic striking display. A spinning elbow rocked Gallanosa, and a flurry of punches followed to force the stoppage. At just over 2 minutes, Matoto delivered one of the most exciting performances of the night.

🔹 7th Bout – Bantamweight (135 lbs)

Robin "D’ Lion" Leonen vs. Francis “Motofist” Cabugoy
📝 Result: Leonen wins via Submission (Armbar) – Round 2 (0:37)

In a gritty ground battle, Robin Leonen secured an armbar early in Round 2, forcing a tap from Cabugoy. Leonen showed excellent positional awareness and jiu-jitsu transitions, proving he’s a threat on the mat in the bantamweight class.

🔹 8th Bout – Flyweight (125 lbs)

Mark Joseph "Kalabaw" Badillo vs. Dary "Pilyours Da Destroyer" Marcelino
📝 Result: No Contest

Unfortunately, the eighth bout ended in a No Contest, possibly due to an accidental foul or unforeseen event. Both fighters were visibly disappointed, and the crowd was left wanting more. A rematch could be in the works.

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🔥 CO-MAIN EVENT – Lightweight (155 lbs)

Ting Yee "The Underdog" Lai vs. Jeffcel "The Servant" Burcer
📝 Result: Lai wins via TKO – Round 1 (3:47)

Lai lived up to his “Underdog” moniker by delivering a stunning upset. In a back-and-forth first round, Lai landed a perfect counter right hand, dropping Burcer and following up with ground-and-pound until the referee stopped the contest. A statement win for the rising lightweight.

Photo by : Mike DC

🏆 MAIN EVENT – Bantamweight (135 lbs)

Jethro "The Tornado" Saba vs. Jay "El Calibre" Verdadero
📝 Result: Saba wins via Unanimous Decision

The highly anticipated main event saw Jethro Saba weather the early power of Jay Verdadero and take control with his pace, pressure, and varied striking. While Verdadero had his moments, Saba’s output and cardio carried the day, earning him a unanimous decision and potentially setting up a title opportunity down the line.

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