What time is Kosei Tanaka vs Phumelele Cafu tonight? Ringwalks, schedule, streaming links

Kosei Tanaka and Phumelele Cafu are set to compete for the WBO World Super Flyweight Title at Ariake Arena in Tokyo. This undercard match serves as a stepping stone to the evening's main event featuring Junto Nakatani vs Tasana Salapat.

Since turning professional in 2013, Tanaka boasts a record of 20 wins, with 11 by knockout, and only one loss. Cafu, who turned pro in 2018, remains undefeated in thirteen bouts, securing eight knockouts. Both fighters last stepped into the ring less than a year ago, earning victories; Tanaka won by unanimous decision against Christian Bacasegua Rangel, while Cafu knocked out Enathi Stelle. Analyzing their past opponents shows Tanaka's experience against a higher caliber of fighters in more bouts could give him an edge.

What time is Kosei Tanaka vs Phumelele Cafu fight

Live coverage for the Kosei Tanaka vs Phumelele Cafu main card will start at 04:00 AM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.

Region	Date	Main Card Start Time	Kosei Tanaka vs Phumelele Cafu Ring Walks (approx.)
USA and Canada (EST)	Monday, Oct. 14, 2024	04:00 AM	05:00 AM
USA and Canada (PT)	Monday, Oct. 14, 2024	01:00 AM	02:00 AM
UK and Ireland (GMT)	Monday, Oct. 14, 2024	08:00 AM	09:00 AM
Australia (AEDT)	Monday, Oct. 14, 2024	07:00 PM	08:00 PM

The boxing match between Kosei Tanaka and Phumelele Cafu will take place at 5:00 AM EST on October 14, 2024, at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. This fight is part of the undercard event where Junto Nakatani faces Tasana Salapat in the main event.

Tanaka and Cafu will compete for the WBO World Super Flyweight Title over 12 rounds. Please note that the exact time of the ring walks for Tanaka vs. Cafu might shift depending on how long earlier fights last.

Viewers can watch this event through various streaming services available in their region. Check local listings to find streaming options and start times for your country.

How and where to watch the Kosei Tanaka vs Phumelele Cafu Fight

You can watch Kosei Tanaka vs Phumelele Cafu via ESPN+.

Region	Live-streaming
USA	ESPN

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Kosei Tanaka vs Phumelele Cafu Betting Odds

• Favorite: Kosei Tanaka : 1.1 (-1000)
• Underdog: Phumelele Cafu : 7.5 (+650)

Method of victory	Kosei Tanaka	Phumelele Cafu
By KO/TKO or disqualification	1.7 (-135)	13.0 (+1200)
By decision or technical decision	2.6 (+165)	15.0 (+1400)

Kosei Tanaka enters as a heavy favorite, with odds at 1.1, indicating a dominant belief in his victory. A $1000 bet on Tanaka would net just $100 if he wins. Phumelele Cafu stands as the underdog at 7.5 odds; a successful $100 bet on him would yield $650. The market leans toward a knockout by Tanaka, priced at -135, suggesting it's more likely than him winning by decision, which sits at +165. Conversely, a Cafu win by knockout offers a lucrative +1200 but is seen as unlikely. Bettors view Cafu's chance to triumph by points even less probable, listed at +1400.

Fighters Details

Kosei Tanaka

• Nationality: Japan
• Stance: Orthodox
• Height: 164cm
• Reach: 164cm
• Total Fights: 21
• Record: 20 / 1 / 0

Phumelele Cafu

• Nationality: South Africa
• Stance: Southpaw
• Height: 168cm
• Reach: 163cm
• Total Fights: 13
• Record: 10 / 0 / 3

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