Manila throws Bryan Viloria a hero's welcome

Brian "The Hawaiian Punch" Viloria paid a courtesy call to Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim at the city hall as soon as he arrived in Manila from his victory against Mexican Omar Niño Romero. He defeated Romero via technical knockout during the 9th round of their match held at the Ynares Sports Center, Pasig City, Sunday.

By winning the face-off, Viloria successfully defended his World Boxing Organization flyweight title.

Together with his wife Erica, the 31-year-old boxer later beamed his smiles and waved his hands for his fans on a motorcade around the city. Mayor Lim also accompanied the couple touring the city.  Read more »