Johnrey Dandal Loreto (born 11 March 1997) who goes by his ring name Rey Loreto is a Filipino professional boxer who held the IBO Light flyweight title, he also challenged for the WBA Mini flyweight title once.

Rey Loreto
Born
Johnrey Dandal Loreto

(1990-11-10) November 10, 1990 (age 34)
NationalityFilipino
Other namesHitman
Statistics
Weight(s)Mini flyweight
Light flyweight
StanceSouthpaw
Boxing record
Total fights40
Wins25
Wins by KO17
Losses15

Professional career

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Early career

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During Loreto's early days at professional boxing, Loreto took a journeyman approach, dealing with four decision losses before prevailing against Benjie Bartolome via stoppage.

Loreto amassed a record that would make him look like a rather "Tomato can" opponent of 8 victories and 7 defeats (8–7) before fighting an undefeated Thai prospect and subsequent world title-challenger, Yodgoen Tor Chalermchai/Yodgoen CP Freshmart for the WBC Youth mini flyweight title which he had a close fight against, with all the judges scoring 96-94 for Yodgoen Tor Chalermchai.[1]

Loreto vs. Kokietgym

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Just 2 months after falling short against Tor Chalermchai, Loreto faced another undefeated Thai prospect Paipharob Kokietgym, this time for the PABA belt, Kokietgym would make Loreto taste his first knockout-loss with Loreto being defeated in the second round of their scheduled 12-rounder bout.[2]

Loreto vs. Chimsunthom

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A Loreto who just came from 4 losses streak tried again for a PABA championship, now at light flyweight division, against veteran Phissanu Chimsunthom whom had a record of 38–7–2, this time is different, Loreto pulled off a huge upset despite seeming like a huge underdog, pulling off a KO victory in the middle of the 12-rounder bout.[3]

Loreto vs. Alolod 2

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After facing Chimsunthom, Loreto would take a sudden approach of fighting Journymen and was able to compose a better and new record of 16–12, latest fight being a TKO victory against journeyman Sherwin McDo Lungay, on March 16, 2013, Loreto would have a rematch against Benezer Alolod for Alolod's WBC International light flyweight title, the fight ended in a Technical decision attributable to an accidental headbutt occurring that caused a cut on Loreto's eyebrow, the fight ended in a split decision victory for Alolod (67–66, 68-65 and 66–67).[4]

Loreto vs. Joyi 1 and 2

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Prior to the Alolod defeat, Loreto would pull off another upset against Thai Pornsawan Porpramook via technical decision victory, subsequently, Loreto would earn a title shot from the minor yet rather famous world boxing organization, International Boxing Organization, for the vacant IBO strap at light flyweight division against skilled Nkosinathi Joyi at Monte-Carlo Sporting, Monaco under the Golovkin-Osumano card,[5] Loreto would pull off another set-back upset as he made the referee jump in and halt the contest, stopping Joyi in the 3rd round, prevailing victorious, earning the IBO world title, ending up a contender for the KO of the Year for the year 2014.[6][7]

Loreto made a tune-up fight against Indonesia Heri Amol before defending his IBO strap against Joyi once again, on March 23, 2015, like before, Loreto stops Joyi again, this time on Joyi's hometown crowd swiftly, ending in the first round,[8] however, an incident would happen as a South African boxing promoter would fails to pay him the $42,000 prize, over a course of 17 days, Loreto and GAB would file a complaint.[9]

Loreto vs. CP Freshmart

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Loreto would let go of his IBO title and moved down weight, fighting a more less experienced boxers, two of which are debutants, however his rankings on WBA are still high, eventually, he earned a shot against the Regular WBA mini flyweight champion Knockout CP Freshmart at Chonburi City Hall Ground, Thailand, his biggest and most challenging fight yet.[10] Unfortunately, Loreto falters in bid as he went down in the 10th round en route to a unanimous decision loss, Loreto who was once called a Thai killer experienced a loss against a Thai foe, which he hasn't for a long time.[11]

Retirement

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After losing to CP Freshmart, Loreto knocked out two more opponents before fighting the subsequent one of the world champion of Japan, Ginjiro Shigeoka for the WBO Asia Pacific mini flyweight title, Loreto who sought to make one great final blow for his career, falls short as Shigeoka overpowered him with a dominant power, ending in an eye-catching left cross KO loss in the fifth round, second KO loss for Loreto and fifth victory for Shigeoka, afterwards,[12] Loreto would later retire.[13]

Professional boxing record

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40 fights 25 wins 15 losses
By knockout 17 2
By decision 7 13
By disqualification 1 0
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
40 Loss 25–15 Ginjiro Shigeoka KO 5 (12), 2:13 31 Dec 2019 Ota City General Gymnasium, Tokyo, Japan For WBO Asia Pacific mini flyweight title
39 Win 25–14 Songkan Meechai TKO 1 (8), 2:58 19 May 2019 Kiatkririn Fitness & Martial Art, Bang Phli, Thailand
38 Win 24–14 Arnold Garde KO 4 (8), 1:12 17 Feb 2018 Gaisano City Mall, Bacolod, Philippines
37 Loss 23–14 Knockout CP Freshmart UD 12 15 Jul 2017 City Hall Ground, Chonburi, Thailand For WBA mini flyweight title
36 Win 23–13 Weerachad Srisuk TKO 3 (10) 19 Aug 2016 Bangkok University, Thonburi Campus, Bangkok, Thailand
35 Win 22–13 Koji Itagaki TKO 4 (10), 2:03 24 Apr 2016 Marina Hop, Hiroshima, Japan
34 Win 21–13 Fapikat Twins Gym KO 1 (6) 22 Jan 2016 Ambassador Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand
33 Win 20–13 Nkosinathi Joyi TKO 1 (12), 1:46 22 Mar 2015 Mdantsane Indoor Centre, Mdantsane, South Africa Retained IBO light flyweight title
32 Win 19–13 Heri Amol TKO 7 (10), 2:32 11 Oct 2014 Almendras Gym, Davao City, Philippines
31 Win 18–13 Nkosinathi Joyi KO 3 (12), 0:49 1 Feb 2014 Salle des Étoiles, Monte Carlo, Monaco Won vacant IBO light flyweight title
30 Win 17–13 Pornsawan Porpramook TD 10 (12), 1:01 23 Aug 2013 Siam Park, Bangkok, Thailand PABA Interim light flyweight title at stake; Fight stopped due to a cut on Pornsawan's right eyebrow caused by an accidental headbutt, Unanimous TD
29 Loss 16–13 Benezer Alolod TD 7 (12), 1:51 16 Mar 2013 PAGCOR Grand Theater, Airport Casino Filipino, Parañaque, Philippines WBC International light flyweight title at stake; Fight stopped due to a cut on Loreto's eyebrow caused by an accidental headbutt in round 7, Split TD
28 Win 16–12 Sherwin McDo Lungay TKO 3 (8), 2:06 5 Feb 2013 LDB Sports Arena, Mangilar Sur, Candelaria, Philippines
27 Loss 15–12 Atsushi Kakutani UD 8 3 Mar 2012 Sumiyoshi Ward Center, Osaka, Japan
26 Win 15–11 Roy Albaera KO 1 (8), 1:29 16 Jun 2012 Angono Municipal Gymnasium, Angono, Rizal, Philippines
25 Win 14–11 Erwin Picardal RTD 2 (6), 3:00 11 Mar 2012 Barangay Addition Hills, Mandaluyong, Philippines
24 Win 13–11 Randy Gomez UD 6 22 Dec 2011 Almendras Gym, Davao City, Philippines
23 Win 12–11 Erwin Picardal UD 4 26 Nov 2011 Barangay Tejeres Convention Center, Rosario, Philippines
22 Win 11–11 Iriel Alapormina TKO 3 (4), 2:38 16 Oct 2011 La Trinidad Municipal Gymnasium, La Trinidad, Philippines
21 Win 10–11 Jonathan Ricablanca DQ 4 (8), 2:10 16 Sep 2011 Bislig, Surigao del Sur, Philippines Ricablanca disqualified for repeated low blows
20 Win 9–11 Phissanu Chimsunthom KO 6 (12), 2:10 28 Jun 2011 The Chaleena Hotel Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand Won PABA light flyweight title
19 Loss 8–11 John Paul Bautista SD 8 18 Jun 2011 Ynares Plaza Gymnasium (Covered Court), Binangonan, Philippines
18 Loss 8–10 Noknoi Sitthiprasert UD 6 27 May 2011 Nihon Machi, Sukhumvit Soi 26, Bangkok, Thailand
17 Loss 8–9 Paipharob Kokietgym KO 2 (12), 1:25 11 Mar 2011 Pak Klong Village Office, Pathio, Thailand For PABA mini flyweight title
16 Loss 8–8 Yodgoen CP Freshmart UD 10 28 Jan 2011 Khao Thong Temple, Phayukha Khiri, Thailand For WBC Youth mini flyweight title
15 Win 8–7 Benezer Alolod UD 8 21 Dec 2010 Allen Coliseum, Allen, Philippines
14 Win 7–7 Jomar Elorde TKO 5 (10), 1:33 2 Oct 2010 The Flash Grand Ballroom of the Elorde Sports Complex, Parañaque, Philippines
13 Loss 6–7 Jason Canoy Manigos UD 10 26 Jun 2010 Bagumbayan Sports Complex, Barangay Bagumbayan, Taguig City, Philippines
12 Loss 6–6 Mating Kilakil UD 8 29 May 2010 CCDC Gym, Barangay Poblacion, La Trinidad, Philippines
11 Win 6–5 Roque Lauro UD 8 19 Feb 2010 Balibago Sports Complex, Balibago, Santa Rosa City, Philippines
10 Win 5–5 Brian Diano UD 8 26 Dec 2009 Barangay Subic, Agoncillo, Philippines
9 Win 4–5 Salvador Layson TKO 2 (6), 2:55 5 Dec 2009 Barangay Bulaon, San Fernando City, Philippines
8 Loss 3–5 Salvador Layson MD 6 13 Nov 2009 Barangay Bulihan, Malolos, Philippines
7 Win 3–4 Leonardo Talisic TKO 5 (6), 1:29 26 Sep 2009 La Trinidad Municipal Gymnasium, La Trinidad, Philippines
6 Win 2–4 Joebert Marano UD 4 4 Sep 2009 Santa Rosa Sports Complex, Santa Rosa City, Philippines
5 Win 1–4 Benjie Bartolome TKO 4 (4), 1:41 12 Jun 2009 La Trinidad Municipal Gymnasium, La Trinidad, Philippines
4 Loss 0–4 Dave Maningkil UD 4 13 Dec 2008 Rizal Park, Davao City, Philippines
3 Loss 0–3 Rey Mercado UD 4 25 Nov 2008 Midsayap Municipal Gym, Barangay Poblacion 6, Midsayap, Philippines
2 Loss 0–2 Rey Mercado SD 4 21 Jun 2008 Midsayap Municipal Gym, Barangay Poblacion 6, Midsayap, Philippines
1 Loss 0–1 Ryan Makiputin UD 4 7 Jun 2008 Almendras Gym, Davao City, Philippines

Titles in boxing

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Minor world titles

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Regional titles

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  • PABA light flyweight champion (108 lbs)

Interim regional titles

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  • Interim PABA light flyweight champion (108 lbs)

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "BoxRec: Veerawut Yuthinitr vs. Rey Loreto bout". boxrec.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  2. ^ Pinoyprodigy95 (July 20, 2011). "BoxRec: Phai Pharob vs. Rey Loreto bout". boxrec.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  3. ^ "Phissanu Chimsunthom vs. Rey Loreto". boxrec.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  4. ^ "Benezer Alolod vs. Rey loreto bout". boxrec.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  5. ^ Costa, Carlos (February 1, 2014). "LORETO 107.8, JOYI 107.6 LBS FOR IBO JR. FLYWEIGHT WORLD TITLE IN MONACO". philboxing.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  6. ^ Christ, Scott (February 1, 2014). "GIF: Rey Loreto knocks Nkosinathi Joyi out on Golovkin-Adama undercard". badlefthook.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  7. ^ Costa, Carlos (February 2, 2014). "NEW WORLD CHAMPION FOR THE PHILIPPINES, FILIPINO REY LORETO WINS THE IBO JR. FLYWEIGHT WORLD TITLE TONIGHT IN MONACO". philboxing.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  8. ^ "BoxRec: Rey Loreto vs. Nkosinatji Joyi II". boxrec.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  9. ^ Piñol, Manny (April 10, 2015). "IBO CHAMP REY LORETO FILES COMPLAINT OVER UNPAID PURSE". philboxing.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  10. ^ Songalia, Ryan (July 14, 2017). "Rey Loreto, who once wanted to quit boxing, now fighting for world title". rappler.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  11. ^ Ramos, Gerry (July 15, 2017). "Rey Loreto falters in bid for WBA title after unanimous decision loss to unbeaten Thai champ". spin.ph. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  12. ^ Koizumi, Joe (January 1, 2010). "Full Report: Shigeoka finishes Loreto". fightnews.com. Retrieved March 3, 2024.
  13. ^ Boxing record
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