Seiya Tsutsumi achieved a significant victory over Takuma Inoue for the WBA world bantamweight title in Tokyo. Tsutsumi’s determination and relentless pressure throughout the fight led him to a unanimous points decision win with scores of 114-113, 115-112, and 117-110 at the Ariake Arena. Inoue, the 28-year-old fighter with a record of 20-2 and 5 KOs, lost the title after his third defense, despite his strong start in the match.
Tsutsumi, also 28 years old with a record of 12-0-2 and 8 KOs, displayed incredible stamina and skill in securing his first world title. Despite sustaining a nasty cut above his left eye in the final two rounds, Tsutsumi’s performance was dominant and deserving of the victory. His next potential opponent could be WBC champion Junto Nakatani, who is set to defend his title against Petch Sor Chitpattana in Japan.
Throughout the fight, Tsutsumi’s relentless pressure and volume of hooks prevented Inoue from finding his rhythm and utilizing his jab effectively. Inoue’s single-shot success was overshadowed by Tsutsumi’s consistent work rate and control of the match. Even though Inoue landed a good right hook in the seventh round, Tsutsumi’s overall performance was too much for him to handle.
In a thrilling finish to the intense encounter, both fighters traded blows in the last round, showcasing their determination and fighting spirit. This victory marks a significant milestone in Tsutsumi’s career and solidifies his position in the bantamweight division.
In addition to the main event, Kenshiro Teraji became a two-weight world champion by stopping Cristofer Rosales in the 11th round for the vacant WBC world flyweight title. The fight was halted due to a nose injury sustained by Rosales, leading to Teraji’s victory and title win. Shokichi Iwata also claimed the vacant WBO world junior flyweight title by knocking out Jairo Noriega in the third round with a powerful left hook.
Overall, the fight card in Tokyo delivered thrilling matchups and memorable moments for boxing fans. The victories of Tsutsumi, Teraji, and Iwata highlight the talent and dedication present in the boxing scene, setting the stage for future exciting bouts and potential unification fights in the sport.
