Shokichi Iwata beats Erik Badillo by TKO in round 11 at Masuda-Higa Tripleheader
Shokichi Iwata stopped Erik Badillo by eleventh-round technical knockout at the Masuda-Higa Tripleheader, claiming his first career stoppage victory. The Japanese fighter improved to 19-2 with the finish, handing Badillo his third professional defeat and dropping the veteran to 27-3. Iwata controlled the later rounds before forcing the referee's intervention.
How it ended
The end came at 2:14 of the eleventh round when the referee waved off the contest. Iwata had never scored a knockout in his previous eighteen wins, making the late-fight stoppage a breakthrough performance. Badillo, who entered with only two losses in twenty-nine outings, could not weather the sustained pressure as the bout wore on.
Updated records
- Shokichi Iwata — 19-2 (1 KO)
- Erik Badillo — 27-3
What's next
Iwata now stands at 19-2 and will look to build on his first stoppage win after nearly three years as a professional. Badillo falls to 27-3 and must regroup following his third career setback. Both fighters remain active in a competitive division, though their paths forward will depend on how quickly each can return to the ring.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Shokichi Iwata vs Erik Badillo?
Shokichi Iwata defeated Erik Badillo by TKO in round 11 at Masuda-Higa Tripleheader.
How did Shokichi Iwata vs Erik Badillo end?
The fight ended by TKO in round 11 at 2:14.
What's Shokichi Iwata's record now?
Shokichi Iwata now stands at 19-2 (1 KO).
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