Jin Sasaki shows promise with a record of 18 wins and only one loss, eyeing expansion of his title collection in the welterweight pool. Shoki Sakai, considerably more seasoned, brings a tally of twenty-nine wins alongside extensive ring experience which could leverage against Sasaki's comparative youth.
What time is Jin Sasaki vs Shoki Sakai fight
Live coverage for the Jin Sasaki vs Shoki Sakai main card will start at 04:15 AM EST on ESPN+, Sky Sports. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Jin Sasaki vs Shoki Sakai Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Friday, Jan. 24, 2025 | 04:15 AM | 05:45 AM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Friday, Jan. 24, 2025 | 01:15 AM | 02:45 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Friday, Jan. 24, 2025 | 08:15 AM | 09:45 AM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Friday, Jan. 24, 2025 | 07:15 PM | 08:45 PM |
The boxing match between Jin Sasaki and Shoki Sakai will take place at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan, on January 24, 2025. The fight is scheduled to start at 05:45 AM EST.
This match is part of the undercard event where Naoya Inoue will face Ye Joon Kim in the main event. Sasaki and Sakai will compete for the OPBF & WBO Asia Pacific Welterweight Titles over ten rounds.
Please note that the ring walk time for Sasaki vs. Sakai might change depending on how long earlier fights last. This can affect when fighters enter the ring.
For viewers watching from different countries, check the start times listed in your local time zone table to ensure you don't miss the action.
Fighters Details
Jin Sasaki is set to fight Shoki Sakai for the OPBF & WBO Asia Pacific Welterweight Titles.
Jin Sasaki
- Nationality: Japan
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 172 cm
- Reach: 172 cm
- Total Fights: 20
- Record: 18 / 1 / 1
Jin Sasaki boasts a record of 18 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw. Turning professional at an undisclosed date, his knockout technique is notable despite no specific KOs listed. His last fight's opponent lacked the reach advantage Sasaki holds over Sakai, possibly giving him an edge in this bout.
Shoki Sakai
- Nationality: Japan
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 178 cm
- Reach: 178 cm
- Total Fights: 46
- Record: 29 / 14 / 3
Shoki Sakai enters the ring with a career tally of 29 wins, 14 losses, and 3 draws. With no known turning pro date or key awards revealed, his extensive fight history suggests seasoned resilience. The precedence of fighting higher-tier opponents may leverage his experience over Sasaki’s marginally less extensive career.
Jin Sasaki vs Shoki Sakai Betting Odds
- Favorite: Jin Sasaki : 1.1 (-1587)
- Underdog: Shoki Sakai : 9.1 (+810)
How and where to watch the Jin Sasaki vs Shoki Sakai Fight
You can watch Jin Sasaki vs Shoki Sakai via ESPN+, Sky Sports.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK and Ireland | Sky Sports |
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Jin Sasaki vs Shoki Sakai Fight Card
- Naoya Inoue vs Ye Joon Kim
- Jin Sasaki vs Shoki Sakai
- Goki Kobayashi vs Yuni Takada
- Toshiki Shimomachi vs Misaki Hirano
- Tsubasa Narai vs Kai Watanabe