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Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki
Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki: Fight Guide
Having proven his worth as a world champion with a statement win against Derrick Cuevas last time out, Brian Norman Jr. travels to Japan to defend his WBO welterweight title against the hard-hitting Jin Sasaki in a fight that is sure to catch fire. A potential unification clash with Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis may await the victor, adding further interest to one of the hottest fights at 147lbs.
| Date | 19 June, 2025 | |
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| uk TV Channel |  sky_sports • 10:00:00 (GMT) | |
| us TV Channel |  espn_plus • 06:00:00 (ET) | |
| Scheduled rounds | 12 |
Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki: Official Weights
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Referee
Judges
Brian Norman Jr. vs Jin Sasaki: Tale of the tape
Brian Norman Jr | Name | Jin Sasaki |
| 24 | Age | 23 |
5′ 8″ / 173 cm | Height | 5′ 8½″ / 174 cm |
72 / 183 cm | reach | 69½″ / 176 cm |
orthodox | Stance | orthodox |
27 | Wins | 19 |
21 | BY KO | 17 |
78 | KO% | 89 |
0 | Losses | 1 |
0 | Draws | 1 |
20 January, 2018 | Debut | 24 August, 2018 |
Rules and regulations
Rules set
Professional Boxing Rules (12 Rounds)
Round duration
3 minutes
Round
12 rounds
Scoring System
10-Point Must System
mandatory count rules
Referee must count to 8 before allowing the fight to continue after a knockdown
standing count rules
No standing 8-count
knockdown rules
Three knockdown rule typically not in effect (but can vary by jurisdiction)
cut rules
Fight can be stopped due to cuts, usually by doctor’s decision
Fouls and deductions
Points deducted for fouls at referee’s discretion. Typically 1 point per foul, disqualification possible for severe or repeated fouls
