Shokichi Iwata and Jairo Noriega are set to compete for the WBO World Light Flyweight Title at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. This 12-round bout places Iwata's 13-1 record against Noriega's undefeated 14-0 streak in a match that promises significant implications for the light flyweight division.
Since turning professional in 2018, Iwata has quickly made his mark with a knockout percentage of nearly 77%, showcasing his power against formidable opponents like Jahzeel Trinidad and Rene Mark Cuarto. Conversely, Noriega, also turning pro in 2018, holds an unbeaten record but with a significantly lower knockout rate of 21%. His recent victories have primarily been unanimous decisions suggesting endurance over explosive power, like his fight against Azael Villar.
| Method of victory | Shokichi Iwata | Jairo Noriega |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 2.8 (+175) | 12.0 (+1100) |
| By decision or technical decision | 3.2 (+220) | 3.0 (+200) |
Shokichi Iwata enters as the favorite with odds at 1.5 (-188), signaling stronger confidence in his victory. Jairo Noriega trails as the underdog, tagged at 2.6 (+160), highlighting a tougher road to a win. Looking at fight outcomes, a knockout by Iwata is priced at 2.8 (+175), while a surprising knockout by Noriega skyrockets to 12.0 (+1100). If the match goes the distance, Iwata still leads slightly with winning odds on points at 3.2 (+220) compared to Noriega's 3.0 (+200). The numbers lean towards an Iwata win, potentially by points or decision based on market favoritism.
Live coverage for the Shokichi Iwata vs Jairo Noriega main card will start at 04:00 AM EST on ESPN+, Sky Sports. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Shokichi Iwata vs Jairo Noriega |
| USA and Canada (EST) | 2024-10-13 | 04:00 | 04:20 |
| USA and Canada (PT) | 2024-10-13 | 01:00 | 01:20 |
| UK and Ireland | 2024-10-13 | 09:00 | 09:20 |
| Australia | 2024-10-13 | 20:00 | 20:20 |
You can watch Shokichi Iwata vs Jairo Noriega via ESPN+, Sky Sports.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK and Ireland | Sky Sports |
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