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Boxing Star Hiroto Kyoguchi Retires at 31, Becomes Commentator

7/3/2025

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Hiroto Kyoguchi, the celebrated former two-division boxing champion from Japan, has hung up his gloves at just 31. With a remarkable record of 19-3, he captured the IBF strawweight and WBA junior flyweight titles over his nine-year career. Now, he aims to share his insights as a commentator, cherishing his journey that began at age 12.

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Hiroto Kyoguchi, the celebrated former two-division boxing champion from Japan, has hung up his gloves at just 31. With a remarkable record of 19-3, he captured the IBF strawweight and WBA junior flyweight titles over his nine-year career. Now, he aims to share his insights as a commentator, cherishing his journey that began at age 12.