Ken Shiro goes for Ganigan Lopez’s 108-lb. title in 10th pro bout
Japanese contender Ken Shiro will challenge Ganigan Lopez for the WBC junior flyweight title on Saturday in Tokyo in just his 10th professional fight.
read moreRicardo Rodriguez to face WBO 115-pound titlist Naoya Inoue, May 21
On May 21, Ricardo Rodriguez will challenge WBO junior bantamweight titlist Naoya Inoue at Ariake Colosseum in Tokyo, Japan.
read moreBrian Viloria keeps fighting for ‘love of the sport’
After defeating Ruben Montoya by decision in Tokyo, Japan, on Wednesday, former two-division titlist Brian Viloria discussed his future with RingTV.com.
read moreCarlos Carlson to face RING 118-pound champ Shinsuke Yamanaka
On March 2, Carlos Carlson gets a shot at championship gold when he faces THE RING magazine/WBC bantamweight champion Shinsuke Yamanaka.
read moreJezreel Corrales: ‘Now everyone has to see me with different eyes’
Now having fulfilled a rematch commitment against Takashi Uchiyama, WBA junior lightweight titlist Jezreel Corrales looks toward the future.
read moreYaegashi stops Kokietgym in 12 to set up Melindo clash
On Friday, IBF junior flyweight titlist Akira Yaegashi squared off against Samartklek Kokietgym in Tokyo, Japan.
read moreNew Faces: Andy Hiraoka
In our latest installment of ‘New Faces,’ our own Anson Wainwright profiles young Japanese up-and-comer Andy Hiraoka.
read moreRyoichi Taguchi vs. Carlos Canizales is set for New Year’s Eve
On Dec. 31, WBA junior flyweight titlist Ryoichi Taguchi will defend his title against undefeated Carlos Canizales in Tokyo, Japan.
read moreRemembering Douglas-Tyson: still a shocker 25 years later
Today is the 25th anniversary of Buster Douglas’ shocking win over Mike Tyson for the undisputed heavyweight champion and its effect is palpable to this day. Our own Lee Groves looks back on a true day to remember.
read moreIoka, Uchiyama, Miura retain titles in Japan; Miyazaki upset
Japan’s best talents rang in the New Year on separate cards on opposite ends of the country. WBA junior lightweight titleholder Takashi Uchiyama scored a unanimous decision over Daiki Kaneko and WBC 130-pound titleholder Takashi Miura stopped Dante Jardon in the ninth round in Tokyo. WBA junior flyweight titleholder Kazuto Ioka outpointed Felix Alvarado in Osaka.
read more