Riku Masuda stepped into the professional boxing scene in 2019. As a relatively newer competitor with seven wins and one loss on his record, he faces Michell Banquez, a seasoned fighter with 23 wins and five losses since turning pro in 2011. Given Banquez's extensive experience compared to Masuda's developing career, this fight poses a significant challenge for the Japanese boxer.
What time is Riku Masuda vs Michell Banquez fight
Live coverage for the Riku Masuda vs Michell Banquez 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 | Riku Masuda vs Michell Banquez Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 04:30 AM | 04:50 AM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 01:30 AM | 01:50 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 08:30 AM | 08:50 AM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 07:30 PM | 07:50 PM |
The boxing event will take place on June 8, 2025, at the Ariake Coliseum in Tokyo, Japan. The action starts at 04:50 AM EST.
Riku Masuda faces Michell Banquez in a 10-round fight. This bout is part of the undercard leading up to the main event featuring Junto Nakatani against Ryosuke Nishida. The weight class for Masuda and Banquez's fight has not been specified.
Please note that the start time may vary slightly due to the performance of earlier fights on the card. It's important to check local listings for exact times in your area.
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Fighters Details
Riku Masuda will face Michell Banquez in a 10-round fight. No belts or titles are on the line.
Riku Masuda
- Nationality: Japan
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 168 cm
- Reach: 168 cm
- Total Fights: 8
- Record: 7 / 1 / 0
Riku Masuda, standing at 168 cm with a reach of 168 cm, has a professional record of 7 wins and 1 loss. Born in Japan, he resides in Tokyo and fights from an orthodox stance. His last fight added to his experience with promising results. Masuda's style and recent performance suggest he can challenge his current opponent effectively.
Michell Banquez
- Nationality: Venezuela
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 167 cm
- Reach: 167 cm
- Total Fights: 28
- Record: 23 / 5 / 0
Michell Banquez hails from Venezuela with a height and reach of 167 cm. With 23 wins and 5 losses, Banquez boasts greater experience. As an orthodox fighter residing in Florida, his extensive record gives him an edge against Masuda’s less seasoned background.
How and where to watch the Riku Masuda vs Michell Banquez Fight
You can watch Riku Masuda vs Michell Banquez via ESPN+.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
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Riku Masuda vs Michell Banquez 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