Ryoichi Taguchi vs Hekkie Budler
On May 20, 2018, Ryoichi Taguchi (27-2-2, 12 KOs), the light-flyweight WBA (Unified), IBF, and The Ring champion, defends his titles against former world champion Hekkie Budler (31-3, 10 KOs).
Taguchi vs Budler Stats
Ryoichi Taguchi is coming in to the fight on a 2-fight win streak with a 38% KO rate; his last fight was a unanimous decision win over Milan Melindo, 4 months and 20 days ago. Hekkie Budler is on a 1-fight losing streak with a 29% KO rate, with his last fight being a split decision loss to Milan Melindo, 8 months and 4 days ago.
Taguchi vs Budler Prediction & Odds
The winning odds are at 87.6-12.4 in favor of Hekkie Budler. Ryoichi Taguchi may have moments of brilliance during the fight but it won't be enough for him to get the victory.
Taguchi vs Budler Result
Hekkie Budler defeated Ryoichi Taguchi via unanimous decision and wins the WBA (Super), IBF, and The Ring titles. Budler improves his record to 32-3, while Taguchi adds a loss to his record at 27-3-2.