“Rena Santiago sensationally overcame shockichi Ivan and took away WBO belt”, – WRITE: Sport.ua
In the ring met the World Champion by WBO SHOKIV IVATA (14–2, 11 KO) from Japan and a representative of Puerto Rico Rene Santiago (14-4, 9 KO).
From the first minutes on the rights of the favorite, Itava took possession of the initiative, pressed the opponent, tried to get accentuated. Santiago moved a lot on his feet, tried to meet single attacks, hid behind the block.
The applicant quickly adapted to the style of the champion, gradually began to beat more and more accurately, used combinations to confuse the Ivan. Santiago was easily protected by a Japanese, who looked more tired with each round.
The battle passed the whole distance-the judges recorded the sensational victory of the boxer from Puerto Rico, who selected the WBO title. During the announcement of the winner, a small confusion occurred – the referee raised his hand to Ivati. Apparently, he could not believe that the Japanese champion had lost his belt.
Rene Santiago (Puerto Rico) – Shockic Ivata (Japan) – UD 12 (118-110, 117–111, 116–112).
– Top Rank Boxing (@trboxing) March 13, 2025