Top Rank Boxing: Nakatani vs. Nishida - A Clash of Titans in Tokyo

Witness the epic showdown between Junto Nakatani and Ryosuke Nishida in Tokyo for the WBC and IBF bantamweight titles. Catch all the action live on ESPN+.

The Stage is Set

Two of the most formidable bantamweight fighters, Junto Nakatani and Ryosuke Nishida, are set to clash in a high-stakes bout at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo. This Top Rank Boxing event, streamed live on ESPN+ and Disney+, promises to deliver an unforgettable night of boxing.

Fighter Profiles

Junto Nakatani

  • Record: 30-0, 23 KOs
  • Achievements: WBC Bantamweight Champion, three-weight champion
  • Recent Fight: Knocked out Alexandro Santiago in February 2024

Ryosuke Nishida

  • Record: 10-0, 2 KOs
  • Achievements: IBF Bantamweight Champion
  • Recent Fight: Defended his title with a seventh-round TKO over Anuchai Donsua in December 2024

Undercard Highlights

  • Tenshin Nasukawa vs. Victor Santillan: A 10-round bantamweight clash featuring former kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa.
  • Tomoya Tsuboi vs. Van Thao Tran: A 10-round bout for the WBO Asia Pacific bantamweight title.
  • Riku Masuda vs. Michell Banquez: Another exciting 10-round bantamweight match.

How to Watch

  • Date: Sunday, June 5, 2025
  • Time: 4 a.m. ET
  • Platforms: ESPN+ and Disney+

For more boxing content, visit the ESPN boxing hub.

Relation Boxing Schedule
2025-06-08 Sunday

Andorra

00:00 Europe, UEFA WC Qualification, Round 3

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00:00

England

Malta

00:00 Europe, UEFA WC Qualification, Round 3

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00:00

Lithuania

NJ/NY Gotham FC

01:00 USA, NWSL, Round 11

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01:00

Kansas City Current

Denmark

01:00 International, Friendly International

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01:00

Northern Ireland

Finland

02:45 Europe, UEFA WC Qualification, Round 3

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02:45

Netherlands

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