Brian Norman Jr., known as "The Assassin II," aims to maintain his flawless record against fellow orthodox fighter Jin Sasaki at Ota City General Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. Both fighters are set to battle for the WBO World Welterweight Title, with a ten-round match headlining the event.
Brian Norman Jr. enters the ring undefeated with 27 wins and hails from Atlanta, Georgia. With no draws or losses recorded, he's made steady progress since turning professional. His opponents have been diverse, demonstrating his readiness for an upcoming challenge against Jin Sasaki.
Jin Sasaki has amassed 19 wins with just one loss and one draw while fighting out of Hachioji, Tokyo. His experiences reflect a varied fight history against different boxers, equipping him well for facing someone like Brian Norman Jr.
What time is Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki fight
Live coverage for the Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki main card will start at 03:00 AM EST on ESPN+. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki Ring Walks (approx.) |
USA and Canada (EST) | Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 03:00 AM | 05:50 AM |
USA and Canada (PT) | Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 12:00 AM | 02:50 AM |
UK and Ireland (GMT) | Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 07:00 AM | 09:50 AM |
Australia (AEDT) | Thursday, June 19, 2025 | 06:00 PM | 08:50 PM |
The boxing match between Brian Norman Jr. and Jin Sasaki takes place on June 19, 2025, at the Ota City General Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. The event is scheduled to start at 05:50 AM EST. This is the main event of the evening and features a fight for the WBO World Welterweight Title.
The bout is set for 10 rounds in the welterweight division. The ring walk times may vary depending on how long the undercard fights last, so fans should be prepared for some flexibility in timing.
For those watching from different countries, please check the time zone differences to ensure you don't miss any action.
How and where to watch the Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki Fight
You can watch Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki via ESPN+.
Region | Live-streaming |
USA | ESPN |
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Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki Betting Odds
- Favorite: Brian Norman Jr : 1.2 (-500)
- Underdog: Jin Sasaki : 5.1 (+410)
Method of victory | Brian Norman Jr | Jin Sasaki |
By KO/TKO or disqualification | 1.7 (-150) | 7.0 (+600) |
By decision or technical decision | 3.6 (+260) | 13.0 (+1200) |
Brian Norman Jr. is heavily favored with 1.2 (-500) odds to win, while Jin Sasaki tails as the underdog at 5.1 (+410). A knockout by Norman Jr. offers moderate returns at 1.7 (-150), but a decision win gives better odds of 3.6 (+260). Sasaki's knockout potential sits higher at 7.0 (+600), with a long shot for a decision victory at 13.0 (+1200). Bettors placing their money on Norman see him as the safer choice, while risk-takers may eye Sasaki for a larger payout. The matchup seems skewed towards Norman, yet surprises are always possible in the ring.
Fighters Details
Brian Norman Jr.
- Nationality: Georgia
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 173 cm
- Reach: 173 cm
- Total Fights: 27
- Record: 27 / 0 / 0
Jin Sasaki
- Nationality: Japan
- Stance: Orthodox
- Height: 172 cm
- Reach: 172 cm
- Total Fights: 21
- Record: 19 / 1 / 1
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