Marcial Scores Knockout Over Huerta In Pro Fight

Eumir Marcial stopped Gerardo Huerta in his latest professional bout, clearing a major hurdle in his attempt to compete at the 2026 Asian Games.

The Filipino middleweight needed to emerge from the fight unscathed to make his flight to Nagoya, where the Games are set to begin in the coming days, ESPN reported. Marcial delivered a knockout finish, keeping his campaign for a second Asian Games medal on track.

Marcial's Asian Games Bid Remains Alive After Win

Marcial won bronze at the 2018 Asian Games in Jakarta before turning professional under a unique arrangement that allows him to return to the amateur ranks for major international competitions. The 29-year-old has walked the line between pro and Olympic-style boxing for years, a balancing act few fighters have managed successfully.

The win sets up a narrow timeline for Marcial to reach Japan and weigh in for his Asian Games division. His team will confirm travel details in the next 48 hours.

Reported via:

• ESPN Boxing — Marcial scores knockout over Huerta in pro fight