
GINJIRO SHIGEOKA SAYS : "IT'S PERSONAL" !!
GINJIRO SHIGEOKA SAYS : "IT'S PERSONAL" !!
A Family Feud in the Ring:
Ginjiro Shigeoka Declares War on Filipino Champs
Revenge is a dish best served in the squared circle, and Ginjiro Shigeoka is sharpening his fists for a feast !
Just days after Melvin Jerusalem dismantled his older brother, Yudai Shigeoka, in a dominant display, Ginjiro has vowed to settle the score—not just with Jerusalem, but with every Filipino standing in his way.
And obviously first on his hit list?
International Boxing Federation (IBF) minimumweight champion Pedro Taduran, whom he faces on May 24 in Osaka.
"I can finally fight the way I want to fight," Ginjiro declared, brimming with confidence.
"I’ll hit him without getting hit. I’ve leveled up, and I’m coming for revenge."
The 24-year-old firebrand is still licking his wounds from last July’s ninth-round stoppage loss in Otsu City, a match that he was heavily favoured to win. In fact, many viewed the Japanese star as unbeatable.
But he’s not just out for payback—he’s out for total domination.
If he topples Taduran, Ginjiro has his sights set on the man who just humiliated his brother: WBC champion Melvin Jerusalem.
"If I win this match, I want to unify all four belts. I am going to beat up on Taduran, and then, I’m going to destroy Jerusalem."
The task ahead for Ginjiro Shigeoka is ominous, as it means stepping into a shark tank where Puerto Rico’s Oscar Collazo (WBA and WBO champion) and the Philippines' two reigning titlists Jerusalem and Taduran are also circling - each with the same goal:
Total control of the 105-pound division.
It's a super exciting time in the minimumweight division right now, with all four fighters bringing their unique style to the ring and ready to throw down the gauntlet.
But first things first !
Taduran v Shigeoka on May 24th.
Buckle up boxing fans—this one’s personal !!
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