Nonito Donaire’s historic win over Nordine Oubaali this weekend is a result that has satisfied large portions of the boxing community.
Universally respected due to his ground-breaking achievements in the sport, Donaire bolstered his legacy even further Saturday night with a fourth-round stoppage against the previously unbeaten Frenchman.
Entering the fight as a big underdog, Donaire made a mockery of pre-bout odds with a ruthless display that saw him turn back the clock. Oubaali had no answer for Donaire’s attacks as another incredible chapter in the Filipino’s story was written.
A number of high-profile fight figures were quick to praise Donaire in the aftermath.
On Twitter, Manny Pacquiao wrote, “Congrats Nonito Donaire on a huge KO win! The oldest WBC bantamweight champion in history. Still living up to your nickname, the Flash!”
Carl Frampton, a former opponent of Donaire, was also impressed with the performance as he simply tweeted, “Unreal. Delighted for Nonito.”