May 23, 2002
BANGKOK, THAILAND-Filipino newcomer Marvin Tampos (11-1, 5 KOs) scored an astounding upset by knocking out highly regarded WBA #4 ranked Deeden Kengkarun, Thailand, in the 7th round to capture the light-fly (108-pound) title of Pan-Asian Boxing Association (PABA) .
Tampos, an upcoming puncher of Terry Carter stable in Cebu, Philippines, stunned not only the crowd but the Asian boxing fraternity with this unexpected victory.
(5-23-02)