Nakatani (32-0, 24 KOs) found a frequent home for his uppercut early and outlanded Hernandez 142-94 over the first six rounds. However, the unbeaten Mexican standing opposite him was edging closer and making him work tirelessly to maintain such a pace, which showed in the second-half punch stats. Hernandez threw considerably more (568-409) and outlanded the Japanese star 179-155 over the final six rounds, leaving a debate over the judges' scorecards as to who prevailed. Gary Kitanoski and Mike Hayel both had it 115-113 for Nakatani, closer and deservedly so in direct contrast with Nawaf Almohaimeed's wild 118-110 score.

Source: Punch December 27, 2025 21:50 UTC