Melvin Jerusalem defends strawweight belt against Luis Castillo on September 22 in Philippines
Melvin Jerusalem has made his name in world title fights abroad. Now he finally gets one at home.
The Filipino road warrior will make the first defense of WBC strawweight title on September 22 when he faces mandatory challenger Luis Castillo at Mandaluyong City College Gymnasium in Metro Manila.
The 30-year-old Jerusalem (22-3, 12 knockouts) of Manolo Fortich in Bukidnon province, Philippines won the title in March, defeating Yudai Shigoeka by split decision in Japan, and is now in his second reign as champion.
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