Apolinar and Takei make weight for OPBF title fight
Tomorrow at fight fans will see Yoshiki Takei (4-0, 4) [武居由樹] take a huge step up as he challenged OPBF Super Bantamweight champion Pete Apolinar (16-2, 10) at Korakuen Hall. Today, ahead of their bout, the two men took part in their weigh in with both fighters making weight, and doing so without any issues at all.
Not only did both make weight with no issues, but both men actually came in at an identical weight of 121.75lbs, and both looked in great shape.
After making weight the champion appeared confident, relaxed and self assured, but also thankful for those supporting him. He told the media "I am grateful to my family, team, and sponsors for their support. I have prepared 100% for this match."
Despite his confidence Apolinar is widely regarded as the under-dog here against the heavy handed challenger. Takei spoke about how this was his 30th professional bout, including his kick boxing contests in that count, and that he was now a veteran. He also explained that he's always had his best performances in Summer. Interestingly he suggested he was going to hunt a KO, and do so early on. If he can take Apolinar out as quickly as he has his other opponents, then the feeling will be that he has the tools to become a world champion incredibly quickly. This is however a very test and a big step up for him.
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Not only did both make weight with no issues, but both men actually came in at an identical weight of 121.75lbs, and both looked in great shape.
After making weight the champion appeared confident, relaxed and self assured, but also thankful for those supporting him. He told the media "I am grateful to my family, team, and sponsors for their support. I have prepared 100% for this match."
Despite his confidence Apolinar is widely regarded as the under-dog here against the heavy handed challenger. Takei spoke about how this was his 30th professional bout, including his kick boxing contests in that count, and that he was now a veteran. He also explained that he's always had his best performances in Summer. Interestingly he suggested he was going to hunt a KO, and do so early on. If he can take Apolinar out as quickly as he has his other opponents, then the feeling will be that he has the tools to become a world champion incredibly quickly. This is however a very test and a big step up for him.
Related: OPBF champion Apolinar faces hard hitting hopeful Takei