14 Facts About Drian Francisco

Drian Francisco's younger brother Lloyd Francisco, like him, is a professional boxer.

Drian Francisco is known for his powerful punches and aggressive style.

Drian Francisco's style was formerly compared to that of Luisito Espinosa.

Drian Francisco's father, Joe, was a former pro who is a fireman.

Drian Francisco won the WBO Asia Pacific flyweight title by a 7th-round TKO win over Pichitchok Singmanassak on December 30,2006.

Drian Francisco won the WBA International super flyweight title on October 3,2009, by stopping former WBA Flyweight Champion Roberto Vasquez in 10 rounds.

Drian Francisco fought Ricardo Nunez in a WBA super flyweight eliminator on April 17,2010, at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Drian Francisco dominated the bout from the very start and was able to knock down Nunez twice in the opening round.

Drian Francisco fought Duangpetch Kokietgym on November 30,2010, in Nong Khai, Thailand for the WBA interim superflyweight title.

Drian Francisco won the bout with an impressive 10th-round knockout.

On 1 May 2011, Drian Francisco defensed his WBA interim World Super Flyweight title to Thai boxer Tepparith Singwancha at Thailand.

Drian Francisco admitted he was overconfident, he vowed to bounce back from the shock loss on points to Terrapith Singwancha and said he won't make the same mistake again.

Drian Francisco fought against Michael Domingo which he won in a unanimous decision in Makati Coliseum on September 23,2011.

Drian Francisco is currently a boxing instructor at Evolve Mixed Martial Arts in Singapore.