Fernando Martinez Defeats Kazuto Ioka by Unanimous Decision in Tokyo to Unify WBA and IBF Super-Flyweight Titles

Jul 7, 2024, 12:08 PM

Fernando Martinez defeated Kazuto Ioka by unanimous decision to unify the WBA and IBF super-flyweight world titles. The bout took place in Tokyo's Kokugikan, where the spirited Martinez outpointed the home favorite after 12 electric rounds. The judges scored the fight 116-112, 117-111, and 120-108 in favor of Martinez. With this victory, Martinez retains his IBF title and claims the WBA title.