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Katsunari Takayama Set to Fight for Vacant IBO World Minimumweight Title, Headlining Sanman Boxing Event in General Santos on December 18.

General Santos City, Philippines – Five-time world champion

Katsunari Takayama (34-9) is set to face unbeaten Australian Kha Lu (7-0) for the vacant IBO World Minimumweight title at a Sanman Boxing event on December 18 at the Bula Gymnasium.

The exciting undercard will feature Reymart Gaballo taking on James Pagaling, Vince Paras facing tough challenger Anthony Gilbuela, and Dave Apolinario battling Jeny Boy Boca. Additionally, six more undercard fights will be announced, ensuring a night full of thrilling boxing action.

Sanman Boxing CEO Jim Claude Manangquil expressed, "It’s an honor to promote a world title fight for the legend of Japan, Katsunari Takayama. Expect a great match, especially against a young unbeaten opponent. We’re also looking forward to the return of our top fighters Gaballo, Paras, and Apolinario."

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