On May 28 at Yokohama BUNTAI, the “NTT Docomo presents Lemino BOXING Double World Title Match” featured the WBO World Bantamweight Title bout. Reigning champion Yuki Takei (Ohashi Gym, 10 wins [8 KOs], undefeated) faced the WBO’s No. 7 contender, Yuttapong Tongdee (Thailand, 15 wins [9 KOs], undefeated), and won by TKO just 2 minutes and 7 seconds into the first round.
The 31-year-old Yuttapong had previously defeated two-time Olympic gold medalist Robeisy Ramirez (Cuba) in the amateurs in June 2017, and had never been knocked down in his career, boasting a reputation for toughness. However, the bout ended quickly in the first round.
The southpaw Takei started aggressively, applying pressure with his jab. Yuttapong initially stood his ground confidently, but when Takei landed a sharp left straight, Yuttapong was dropped to the canvas with ease.
Although Yuttapong quickly got up, Takei showed no mercy, immediately attacking and dropping him again with another left straight. Yuttapong stood once more, but was clearly hurt.
Takei, aiming to finish the fight, remained composed and targeted the final blow. He landed a third left straight, scoring the third knockdown and securing the TKO victory.
Yuttapong got up once again and, after the restart, went for a desperate game-changing punch—but it had no effect on Takei. As Takei unleashed a relentless flurry of combinations to the head and body, Yuttapong was forced into a purely defensive posture. Referee Chris Young (USA) stepped in to stop the fight. With this impressive TKO victory, Takei successfully made the second defense of his title.
Having overcome a right shoulder injury, Takei not only secured his second title defense but also hinted that his next bout would fulfill his mandatory defense obligation. At the same time, he expressed a strong desire to pursue title unification. All eyes are now on the confident champion’s next move.
I was concerned about Takei’s shoulder injury, but that was a brilliant KO victory!
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