Van Thao Tran and Tomoya Tsuboi fight for the WBO Asia Pacific Bantamweight Title at Ariake Coliseum in Tokyo, Japan. These fighters prep to make serious headway in their divisions.
Van Thao Tran, 33, enters as an experienced competitor with an impressive record of 18 wins and a single loss. Tsuboi, at 29, remains relatively new to this level with only two pro wins. Tran's past victories suggest he may outpace Tsuboi's early-career efforts. Both fighters aim to secure their legacy in this prestigious undercard event.
What time is Van Thao Tran vs Tomoya Tsuboi fight
Live coverage for the Van Thao Tran vs Tomoya Tsuboi main card will start at 04:30 AM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Van Thao Tran vs Tomoya Tsuboi Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 04:30 AM | 05:20 AM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 01:30 AM | 02:20 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 08:30 AM | 09:20 AM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 07:30 PM | 08:20 PM |
The event takes place on June 8, 2025, at the Ariake Coliseum in Tokyo, Japan. The fight between Van Thao Tran and Tomoya Tsuboi is scheduled to start at 05:20 AM EST. This bout is part of the undercard for the main event featuring Junto Nakatani vs Ryosuke Nishida. The fighters will compete for the WBO Asia Pacific Bantamweight Title over 10 rounds.
Please note that the ring walk time might change depending on how long the earlier fights last. Make sure to check local listings or a time conversion table to find out when it starts in your area.
Fighters Details
Van Thao Tran faces Tomoya Tsuboi with the WBO Asia Pacific Bantamweight Title up for grabs.
Van Thao Tran
- Nationality: Vietnam
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 168 cm
- Reach: 168 cm
- Total Fights: 19
- Record: 18 / 1 / 0
Van Thao Tran turned pro with an 18-1-0 record. He has yet to win by knockout. His experience includes more fights compared to his current opponent. His previous matches suggest he is well-versed and facing a less experienced fighter in Tomoya Tsuboi.
Tomoya Tsuboi
- Nationality: Japan
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 160 cm
- Reach: 160 cm
- Total Fights: 2
- Record: 2 / 0 / 0
Tomoya Tsuboi, with a perfect 2-0-0 record, also has no knockouts. His shorter height and reach may disadvantage him against seasoned fighters like Tran. However, as an undefeated fighter, he brings that momentum into this title bout despite fewer professional bouts.
Van Thao Tran vs Tomoya Tsuboi Betting Odds
- Underdog: Van Thao Tran : 17.0 (+1600)
- Favorite: Tomoya Tsuboi : 1.0 (-4000)
| Method of victory | Van Thao Tran | Tomoya Tsuboi |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | 31.0 (+3000) | 1.5 (-190) |
| By decision or technical decision | 48.0 (+4700) | 2.5 (+145) |
How and where to watch the Van Thao Tran vs Tomoya Tsuboi Fight
You can watch Van Thao Tran vs Tomoya Tsuboi via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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Van Thao Tran vs Tomoya Tsuboi Fight Card
- Junto Nakatani vs Ryosuke Nishida
- Tenshin Nasukawa vs Victor Santillan
- Van Thao Tran vs Tomoya Tsuboi
- Riku Masuda vs Michell Banquez
- Rukia Okubo vs Takumi Yoneya
