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Infographic: Who is Simpiwe Vetyeka?

The Philippine Star

MANILA, Philippines – Nonito Donaire Jr. returns to the ring this Saturday against Simpiwe Vetyeka, who was  virtually unknown until his career-defining win over longtime champion Chris John.

Vetyeka, a South African, now holds the WBA featherweight title, something Donaire aims to clinch to become a five-division champion.

Get to know more about Donaire’s next foe in the above infographic.

Donaire will challenge Vetyeka at the Cotai Arena of the Venetian Resort in Macau.

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Editor’s note: Philstar.com’s special coverage of the Nonito Donaire-Simpiwe Vetyeka fight is made possible by Cebu Pacific Air, why every Juan flies.

CEBU PACIFIC AIR

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COTAI ARENA OF THE VENETIAN RESORT

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NONITO DONAIRE JR.

NONITO DONAIRE-SIMPIWE VETYEKA

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SIMPIWE VETYEKA

SOUTH AFRICAN

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