The boxing world turns its attention to Kokugikan, Tokyo this Sunday, at the renowned Kokugikan Arena sets the stage for an exciting fight card.
Headlining the event is the highly anticipated super flyweight unification bout between Japan’s own Kazuto Ioka and Argentina’s undefeated in sixteen pro fights Fernando Martinez this weekend.
Ioka vs. Martinez: A Clash of Styles and Aspirations
This fight is more than just a title unification – it’s a clash of styles and a battle of aspirations.
Ioka, a four-division champion, seeks to solidify his dominance in the super flyweight division. South American boxing meets Asian in a world championship boxing unification.
Martinez, the reigning IBF champion, aims to make history by dethroning Ioka on his home turf. Not an easy task, no way.
With Ioka’s technical prowess and Martinez’s aggressive style, the fight promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Ioka’s experience though and ring IQ may give him an edge — but Martinez’s power and determination cannot be underestimated.
This could be a tremendous fight in store on Sunday.
The Undercard: Rising Stars and Future Contenders
The undercard features two intriguing matchups that showcase rising talent and potential future contenders.
In the super bantamweight division, Kosuke Tsutsumi will face off against Thailand’s Weerawat Noolae.
Tsutsumi, a former Japanese champion, is known for his aggressive style and knockout power.
Noolae, a veteran with a wealth of experience, will, in theory, look to use his craftiness to outsmart the younger fighter.
The super flyweight bout between Joichiro Juri and Phai Pharob is another exciting prospect.
Juri, a skilled boxer with a high work rate, will aim to maintain his unbeaten record.
Pharob, a tough competitor with a never-say-die attitude, will seek to pull off the win.
Japanese Boxing
The Japan boxing schedule as really come alive lately in Asia.
Of course Filipino legend Manny Pacquiao also boxes later this month in RIZN and Japanese pound for pound “The Monster” Inoue has shone a worldwide light on boxing in Japan.
The total card this weekend is the following including undercard:
- Kazuto Ioka v Fernando Martinez – twelve rounder – IBF and WBA super-flyweight unification
- Taiga Kato v Shi Dong – six rounder – 147 lbs.
- Seiya Tsutsumi v Weerawat Noolae – ten rounder – super batamweight
- Yudai Murakami v Hiro Ichimichi – eight rounder – 135lbs.
- Hao Wang v Aoi Yokoyama – six rounder – bantamweight fight.
- Kantaro Juri v Phai Pharob – eight rounder – super flyweight
