Riku Kano and Anthony Olascuaga will fight for the WBO World Flyweight Title at Ryogoku Kokugikan, Tokyo. This undercard bout supports the main event featuring Junto Nakatani and Vincent Astrolabio.
Kano turned professional in 2013 and boasts a record of 22 wins, four losses, and two draws, with half of his wins by knockout. His last triumph came in December 2023 where he secured a TKO against Khomsan Kaewruean. Olascuaga, entering the ring with a record of six wins and one loss since his 2020 debut, recently won via TKO against Giemel Magramo in September 2023. These stats reveal Olascuaga's strong performance despite fewer fights, showing quick climbing through the ranks with a higher knockout rate of nearly 67%.
What time is Riku Kano vs Anthony Olascuaga fight
Live coverage for the Riku Kano vs Anthony Olascuaga main card will start at 05:00 AM EST on ESPN+, Sky Sports. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Riku Kano vs Anthony Olascuaga Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Saturday, July 20, 2024 | 05:00 AM | 05:20 AM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Saturday, July 20, 2024 | 02:00 AM | 02:20 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Saturday, July 20, 2024 | 09:00 AM | 09:20 AM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Saturday, July 20, 2024 | 08:00 PM | 08:20 PM |
The boxing event will take place at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, Japan, on July 20, 2024. The fight between Riku Kano and Anthony Olascuaga is scheduled to start at 05:20 AM EST. They will compete for the WBO World Flyweight Title over 12 rounds.
This match is part of an undercard with Junto Nakatani vs Vincent Astrolabio as the main event. Please note that the ring walk time for Kano vs Olascuaga could change depending on how long earlier fights last.
Viewers should check the start times for their specific countries to ensure they do not miss any action.
Fighters Details
Riku Kano faces Anthony Olascuaga for the WBO World Flyweight Title.
Riku Kano
- Nationality: Japan
- Stance: Southpaw
- Height: 162cm
- Reach: 167cm
- Total Fights: 28
- Record: 22 / 4 / 2
Riku Kano turned pro in 2013 and boasts a record of 22 wins, 4 losses, and 2 draws with 11 knockouts. His last victory was a TKO against Khomsan Kaewruean who had fewer bouts suggesting Kano's advantage in experience. Given Olascuaga's similar aggressive style but fewer fights, Kano might leverage his seniority.
Anthony Olascuaga
- Nationality: USA
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 163cm
- Total Fights: 7
- Record: 6 / 1 / 0
Anthony Olascuaga began his professional career in 2020. He has won 6 out of 7 fights, scoring 4 by knockout. Recently, he secured a TKO win over Giemel Magramo, a seasoned fighter. This win boosts his confidence against Kano, emphasizing his strength against experienced opponents.
How and where to watch the Riku Kano vs Anthony Olascuaga Fight
You can watch Riku Kano vs Anthony Olascuaga via ESPN+, Sky Sports.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK and Ireland | Sky Sports |
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Riku Kano vs Anthony Olascuaga Fight Card
- Junto Nakatani vs Vincent Astrolabio
- Kosei Tanaka vs Jonathan Rodriguez
- Tenshin Nasukawa vs Jonathan Rodriguez
- Riku Kano vs Anthony Olascuaga
- Issei Aramoto vs Mongontsooj Nandinerdene
