Yuttapong Tongdee Set to Challenge Yoshiki Takei for WBO Bantamweight belt

Thailand’s Yuttapong Tongdee (15-0, 9 KOs) is set to take a major step in his career as he faces Yoshiki Takei (10-0, 9 KOs), for the WBO bantamweight title on December 24 at Ariake Arena in Tokyo.

Tongdee brings a rich background in amateur boxing, having represented Thailand internationally and achieving notable wins. Among his accomplishments is a victory over Robeisy Ramírez, a two-time Olympic gold medallist and former WBO featherweight world champion.

Since turning professional...