Sivenati Nontshinga vs Masamichi Yabuki: Fight Prediction and Betting Odds

Current Form

Florence Kaliksto won the vacant IBF title by split decision but lost his first defense to Filipino Regi Suganob by unanimous decision. In November 2023, the South African had another chance to become champion but was defeated by Mexican Adrian Curiel by knockout in the second round. However, four months later, Special One managed to overcome the Latin American in a rematch, winning by technical knockout in the tenth round.

The 25-year-old Nontshinga holds a record of 13 wins, ten by knockout, and one loss. Sivenati is ranked sixth in the division according to BoxRec and holds the top position nationally.

Interesting Betting Trends

Nontshinga boasts a knockout victory rate of 78 percent.

Current Form

Masamichi Yabuki triumphed over his fellow countryman Ken Shiro in September 2021 by a technical knockout in the tenth round, securing the WBC championship belt. However, six months later, he faced a devastating defeat in the rematch, suffering a knockout in the third round. After that setback, the Japanese fighter bounced back with three consecutive wins.

In his latest bout in March 2024, Yabuki secured a victory against Nicaragua's Kevin Vivas by technical knockout in the fourth round. The 32-year-old Yabuki's record now stands at 16 wins, 15 by knockout, and four losses. He currently ranks second in the BoxRec division and holds the same position nationally.

Interesting Betting Trends

Yabuki boasts an impressive knockout victory rate of 93 percent.