What time is Jin Sasaki vs Shoki Sakai tonight? Ringwalks, schedule, streaming links

Jin Sasaki and Shoki Sakai will face off at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan, in a 10-round match for the OPBF & WBO Asia Pacific Welterweight titles. This undercard bout sets the stage before Naoya Inoue takes on Ye Joon Kim in the main event.

Jin Sasaki brings a record of 18 wins, with recent victories showcasing his ability to control fights effectively, despite lacking KO power. Shoki Sakai, with 29 wins, carries more experience into the ring and has fought against a range of opponents, enhancing his adaptability in matches.

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 takes place tonight at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The ring walk is scheduled for 05:45 AM EST. This event features a 10-round bout for the OPBF & WBO Asia Pacific Welterweight Titles.

Please note, the timing of the ring walk may vary depending on how long earlier fights last. Keep this in mind as earlier bouts could finish quicker or take longer than expected, affecting the start time.

For viewers around the world, check the start times for your local area to ensure you don't miss the match. This fight is part of an undercard with Naoya Inoue vs Ye Joon Kim as the main event.

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 Betting Odds

Favorite: Jin Sasaki : 1.1 (-1587)
Underdog: Shoki Sakai : 9.5 (+850)

Method of victory	Jin Sasaki	Shoki Sakai
By KO/TKO or disqualification	1.5 (-210)	17.0 (+1600)
By decision or technical decision	3.1 (+210)	36.0 (+3500)

Jin Sasaki dominates the betting as a strong favorite at 1.1 (-1587), signaling high confidence in his victory. Shoki Sakai stands as a significant underdog with odds of 9.5 (+850), reflecting minimal expectations for his win. The market leans toward Sasaki winning by KO/TKO/DQ, priced aggressively at 1.5 (-210). Meanwhile, Sakai's odds to secure a knockout are slim at 17.0 (+1600). A decision win is less likely for both, with Sasaki’s and Sakai's odds at 3.1 (+210) and 36.0 (+3500), respectively. Overall, bets strongly favor Sasaki across all outcome categories.