[Boxing]Takumi Ishida’s second world challenge was too close to becoming champion; he lost by decision to Takuma Inoue and lost the belt – Boxing: Nikkan Sports

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world bantamweight title match 12th round> ◇6th Tokyo Dome

The challenger, No. 1 in his class, Takumi Ishida (Sho, 32, Ioka), lost to champion Takuma Inoue (28, Ohashi) by decision 0-3, and lost the belt. In preparation for his second world challenge, he declared, “I will definitely become world champion. I have nothing but confidence,” but the wall was thick.

Ishida challenged WBA world super flyweight champion Khalid Yafai (UK) on October 28, 2017 in Cardiff, England, and despite a good fight, lost a 3-0 decision. “Seven years ago, I was extremely weak. I’ve grown. Looking back, I’m a different person now. I’ve become mentally stronger and have confidence in myself. I’m not afraid of anything. No matter what boxing I do, I won’t lose,” he said.

His ability is proven. He lost to current four-division champion Tsunenari Tanaka (Hatanaka) in December 2021, but it was a narrow 1-2 decision. He has built his career against difficult opponents. “He’s still alive to the experience of losing. This time he practiced harder than ever before. As the culmination of (his career), he will become world champion here.”

Like a challenger, he had a solid plan to fight hard. He said, “I’ve been conscious of going first and defeating them. I have no choice but to be aggressive. I want to leave an impact and win.” He sparred with a Filipino ranker for 115 rounds. He honed his boxing skills to anticipate all possible developments and defeat opponents.

Regarding the venue, Tokyo Dome, “When you step into the ring, whether it’s the Dome or Korakuen Hall, it’s the same.” I’ve built up a mental strength that allows me to say that. “I want to become a world champion and do well. I want to liven up Kansai. That’s what I really want.” He was greatly inspired by the fierce battle of Ryosuke Nishida of Mutsushima Gym, who won the IBF world class title on the 4th, but his continued enthusiasm ended in vain.

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