The Philippine Combat Championship once again lived up to its reputation as a proving ground for elite and rising mixed martial artists as PCC 7 electrified the crowd on December 6 at the International Baptist College. From the opening bout to the main event, fans were treated to explosive finishes, tactical battles, and breakout performances that showcased the depth of local and international MMA talent.
Undercard Sets the Tone
The undercard wasted no time setting the pace for the night.
In the opening bout, Cyrone Valdivia displayed composure and control, earning a unanimous decision victory over John Ericson Hernandez.
Iroj Buenviaje followed with a disciplined performance, outworking Jio Garduque for another unanimous decision win.
Momentum shifted in Bout 3 when Raymond Rasonabe turned up the pressure and secured a third-round TKO (2:09) against Huxley Russel Molina.
Submission fans were rewarded in Bout 4 as Andrei Amerkhan locked in a tight armbar at 2:45 of Round 2, forcing Willy Mark Cachola to tap.
Rounding out the undercard, Christian Cervantes showed sharp fundamentals and endurance, defeating Anderson Li via unanimous decision.
Main Card Brings the Heat
The main card raised the intensity another level.
Jabee Hernandez made a statement early, stopping Rexelmar Liloc with a Round 1 TKO (3:36).
In a competitive clash, Mark Joseph Badillo edged out Jhon Lawrence L. Tuquero by unanimous decision, showcasing crisp striking and cage control.
One of the night’s fastest finishes came in Bout 8, where Hero Marco Manguray wasted no time, submitting Earl Villones with an americana in Round 1 (1:45).
International Flair in the Co-Main Event
The Co-Main Event featured a high-level grappling exchange between Jehoshaphat Saba and Japan’s Taiga Orii. Orii remained patient and precise, eventually securing a rear-naked choke in Round 2 (1:46) to silence the crowd and cement his dominance.
Jay De Villa Shines in the Main Event
The night concluded with a decisive finish in the Main Event. Jay De Villa showcased elite submission skills, catching Japhet Dequito in an armbar at 3:58 of Round 1, sealing a statement victory and closing PCC 7 in emphatic fashion.
PCC Continues to Build Future Stars
With a mix of knockouts, submissions, and hard-fought decisions, PCC 7 once again proved why Philippine Combat Championship remains one of the country’s premier MMA platforms. The event highlighted both seasoned competitors and hungry contenders eager to climb the ranks.
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