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Eduardo Nunez Becomes IBF World Champion

Eduardo Nunez Becomes IBF World Champion

It took over a year of waiting for an opportunity, but Mexican top contender Eduardo “Sugar” Nunez made the most of it on Wednesday night becoming a world champion at 130 lb.

New York Yankees News / KO on SI / May 28
Eduardo Nunez Dominates Masanori Rikishi, Wins Vacant IBF Jr. Lightweight Title

Eduardo Nunez Dominates Masanori Rikishi, Wins Vacant IBF Jr. Lightweight Title

The boxing world took notice of Eduardo Nunez Wednesday morning in the "Land of the Rising Sun." The 27-year-old went into enemy territory and beat Masanori Rikiishi by unanimous decision to win the vacant IBF junior lightweight champion.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / May 27
Nunez Vs Rikiishi: Power Struggle For Vacant IBF Championship

Nunez Vs Rikiishi: Power Struggle For Vacant IBF Championship

Two worlds will collide on Wednesday, 28 May 2025, when Eduardo Nunez (27-1, 27 KOs) will bring his perfect knockout record to Japan’s backyard. Standing on his way will be hometown hero Masanori Rikiishi (16-1, 11 KOs), who is ready to defend his turf at Yokohama Buntai.

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Three Up, Three Down: The MLB hot/cold report

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Welcome to Three Up, Three Down: The MLB hot/cold report. Every week, we'll try our best to break down who's heating things up in the baseball world and who's currently stuck in the back of the refrigerator in a state of deep chill.

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