Juan Francisco “Gallo” Estrada and Tenshin Nasukawa to Clash in WBC Title Eliminator in Japan

The boxing world sets its sights on the iconic Ryogoku Kokugikan, where a golden chapter in the historic rivalry between Mexico and Japan will be written this Saturday, April 11.

The World Boxing Council (WBC) is proud to present the Bantamweight Final Eliminator, a high-stakes showdown that will determine the official challenger for the reigning monarch, Takuma Inoue.

The legendary Juan Francisco “Gallo” Estrada (45-4, 28 KOs), a former two-division world champion and one of the most respected warriors of the last decade, arrives in Japan with a clear mission:

To conquer his third weight category. Having faced the greatest names in contemporary boxing, Estrada seeks to reaffirm his elite status and join the select group of legends who have captured world titles in three different divisions.

Nasukawa: A Moment for Redemption
On the other side, the sporting and media phenomenon Tenshin Nasukawa (7-1, 2 KOs) faces the most rigorous test of his professional career.

Following a brave previous attempt against Takuma Inoue, the Japanese idol has focused his training on mobility and speed to decipher the technical and aggressive style of the Sonoran warrior.

For Nasukawa, this is more than just a fight; it is the ultimate opportunity to validate his transition to elite boxing and claim his place at the top of the 118-pound division.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026.
Venue: Ryogoku Kokugikan, Tokyo, Japan.
Broadcast: ESPN KnockOut and Disney+ (Latin America), Prime Video Boxing 15 (Japan).

Elite Undercard: Mexico vs. Japan

The card features high-impact bouts that reinforce the sporting brotherhood between both nations:

Tomoya Tsuboi vs. Pedro Guevara: A clash of experience and youth in the Super Flyweight division.
Kyosuke Takami vs. Ángel “Camaleón” Ayala: A strategic flyweight duel that promises fireworks.

The winner of the main event between Estrada and Nasukawa will solidify their position as the mandatory challenger for the WBC Green and Gold belt, entering the very heart of the Bantamweight division.