WBA middleweight world champion Ryota Murata will have his first title defense against a fighter who people might think is a cushy opponent.
But the Japanese boxer is keen to emphasize that there are no easy fights.
The 32-year-old Murata, who captured the belt in a rematch with Hassan N¡¯Dam last October, will take on Italy¡¯s Emanuele Blandamura at Yokohama Arena on April 15, organizers announced Monday.
With your current subscription plan you can comment on stories. However, before writing your first comment, please create a display name in the Profile section of your subscriber account page.