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Sivenati Nontshinga vs Masamichi Yabuki Fight Prediction
The IBF World Champion in the Minimum Weight division, Sivenathi Nontshinga, will face Masamichi Yabuki. The match is set for October 12 at the Expo Center in Tokoname, Japan, with the estimated start time at 12:00 MSK. Can the Japanese fighter, backed by a home crowd, secure a victory over the South African, extend his winning streak to four fights, and claim his second world title? Discover the best betting options and insights in our detailed preview.
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Sivenathi Nontshinga
South AfricaCurrent 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.
Masamichi Yabuki
JapanCurrent 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.
Trends
Bet Yabuki to win by knockout
Yabuki has secured early victories in his last four matches
3.34Tip and bets
Sports betting experts view Nontshing as the clear favorite in the upcoming match. They believe Yabuka has minimal chances of victory. However, there’s room for debate. The Japanese fighter possesses a devastating punch and can exploit the younger opponent's inexperience to finish the fight at any moment. In this scenario, betting on the fight not going the full distance seems wise.
Our prediction is that the match will not go the distance at 1.61.
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