Japan’s Junto Nakatani became the World Boxing Council bantamweight champion, via a sixth round TKO of Mexican Alexandro “Peque” Santiago, at the Kokugikan Arena, in Tokyo, Japan.

Tall, rangy Nakatani dominated Santiago throughout the fight, boxing with intelligence and precision.

Santiago was in bad shape following the knock down in the sixth round, but he bravely got back to his feet to continue. However, Nakatani launched himself with a cascade of blows, without response, until sending him back to the canvas again. Santiago’s corner then wisely called a halt.

With this victory, Nakatani who has now won world championships in three weight divisions, improves his record to 27-0, with 20 knockouts, while Santiago is 28-3-5.