Tokyo set the stage for an absolute war of attrition as Australia’s Sam Goodman produced a relentless performance to capture the interim IBF junior featherweight world title. Facing Japanese southpaw Ryosuke Nishida on home turf, Goodman embraced a high-octane, toe-to-toe battle across 12 grueling rounds. It was his sharper, more effective work inside the pocket that ultimately separated the two combatants. Securing a unanimous decision victory, Goodman leaves Japan with IBF gold around his waist and firmly cements his position at the top of the 122-pound division.
Sam Goodman produced a relentless performance to capture the interim IBF junior featherweight world title.
