In Yokohama, Japan, WBC/WBA flyweight champion, Kenshiro Teraji will fight California's Ricardo Sandoval om a show organized by Teiken Promotions, led by legendary promoter Akihiko Honda, and will be broadcast on ESPN KO in Latin America and DAZN.com/wbc. Teraji (25-1, 16 KOs) won the WBC 108-pound title in May 2017. The Kyoto boxer then moved up to flyweight in 2024, where he defeated former Nicaraguan world champion Cristofer Rosales (TKO11) for the vacant WBC title, and in March, he added the WBA title with a dramatic comeback that culminated in a knockout over fellow Japanese boxer Seigo Yuri Akui in the final round. Sandoval (26-2, 18 KOs) began his professional career in Mexico in 2016. After an early loss, he bounced back and has now strung together a six-fight winning streak, including knockout victories against Nicaragua's Carlos Buitrago (RTD8) and former Puerto Rican light flyweight champion Angel Acosta (KO10). Both fighters successfully made weight without issues. Kenshiro Teraji weighed in at 111.5 pounds, while Ricardo Sandoval tipped the scales at 111.75 pounds.

 

For the same show, WBA bantamweight champion Antonio Vargas (19-1, 11 KOs) has made weight for his world title defense against Japan’s Daigo Higa (23-3-2, 19 KOs). The twelve-round title fight will go down at the Buntai Arena, setting the scene for a tough battle in the heart of Higa’s home country. Fans in the US and UK can catch all the action live on DAZN and Matchroom’s social media channels starting at 5:30 am ET / 2:30 am PT. Vargas tipped the scales at 117.1 pounds. Higa, a former flyweight champion, came in at 117.8 lbs. "Making weight is part of the discipline," said Vargas. "I’ve had a focused camp and feel great. The hard work is done, and now it’s time to put on a show."

 

The 28-year-old champion, a proud native of Kissimmee, Florida, remains confident and composed heading into the toughest test of his career against the hard-hitting Higa, a former world champion with an aggressive, high-pressure style. "I’m ready—mentally, physically, and spiritually," Vargas continued. "Defending this title means everything to me. I’ve earned it, and I plan on showing why I’m the best in the division."

 

This world title clash holds more than personal significance for Vargas. As a 2016 U.S. Olympian and one of the country’s top bantamweights, he views this fight as a chance to represent more than himself. "I fight with pride every time I step into that ring," Vargas declared. "This title is for my family, my team, and for the USA. I’m carrying the flag into battle, and I’m ready to stand tall."