Takashi Uchiyama

Takashi Uchiyama is a legendary former professional boxer from Japan. Born on November 10, 1979, in Nagasaki Prefecture, Uchiyama is widely considered one of the greatest super-featherweight boxers of all time. In this article, we will take an in-depth look at his career, record, and achievements.

During his career, Uchiyama had a total of 27 fights. He won 24 of them and had only two losses, with one draw. Among his wins, 20 came via knockout, showcasing his impressive power and technique. Uchiyama only suffered one loss via KO, demonstrating his durability as a fighter.

Uchiyama's nickname among fans was "KO Dynamite" or "Knockout Dynamite." As his nickname suggests, Uchiyama was known for being a knockout artist, finishing the majority of his opponents inside the ring.

Uchiyama's professional boxing career spanned over 11 years, from 2005 to 2016. In his debut fight against Chandet Sithramkamhaeng on July 16, 2005, he won via 1st round KO. Uchiyama continued his impressive run, winning 17 consecutive fights, including 14 via stoppage.

On January 11, 2010, Uchiyama had his first world title fight at the age of 30. He fought Juan Carlos Salgado for the WBA super-featherweight title and emerged victorious via 12th round TKO, officially becoming the super-featherweight champion of the world. This victory was undoubtedly one of Uchiyama's career highlights.

Uchiyama went on to have one world title win in his super-featherweight weight class. He defended his title ten times, with ten of those title defenses ending in KO wins. Among his notable victories were wins over Oliver Flores, Jomthong Chuwattana, Takashi Miura, Jaider Parra, Roy Mukhlis, and Angel Granados.

Despite his impressive record, Uchiyama suffered two losses during his career, both in title bouts. He lost his first match against Jezreel Corrales via 2nd round KO on April 27, 2016, which ended his 24-fight win streak. Uchiyama was stopped once and lost once via decision. His last professional fight was on December 31, 2016, against Panamanian boxer Jezreel Corrales for Corrales' super-featherweight WBA (Super) title, in which he lost via 12 round split-decision.

Takashi Uchiyama retired from professional boxing with a record of 24-2-1, including 20 knockout victories and only one loss via KO, as well as one title win, making him one of the most successful Japanese boxers of all time.

Uchiyama's performance in the ring was a testament to his skill and technical ability. His impressive record of 24 wins and only two losses speaks volumes about the type of fighter he was.

Uchiyama's height was 5'7 1/2" (171 cm), and his reach was recorded at 71 1/2 inches (182 cm) during his professional career. He fought in the orthodox stance and competed in the super-featherweight weight class which is between 126 and 130 pounds.

In conclusion, Takashi Uchiyama's career as a professional boxer was a remarkable one. He was a force to be reckoned with and an inspiration to many aspiring boxers around the world. He was a true champion, and his record and achievements speak for themselves. Uchiyama's legacy will endure for many years to come.

Takashi Uchiyama Fight Record