November 1, 2026 — Tokyo, Japan
Motoyasu delivered a commanding performance to capture the vacant WBC MuayThai Japan Super Welterweight Championship, defeating Sho Matsuyama by fourth-round TKO.
From the opening bell, Motoyasu imposed his authority with relentless forward pressure, punishing Matsuyama with powerful right low kicks, sharp jabs and damaging body punches.
The intensity increased in the second round as Motoyasu repeatedly forced Matsuyama against the ropes, connecting with accurate right hands and maintaining complete control of the contest.
Motoyasu continued his dominance through the third round, mixing effective punching combinations with a sharp right elbow from the clinch, although Matsuyama showed resilience in remaining on his feet.
The decisive moment arrived in the fourth round when Motoyasu unleashed another sustained attack, trapping Matsuyama against the ropes before landing a clean right straight that visibly rocked his opponent.
Referee Nakayama immediately intervened, stopping the contest at 1:43 of round four.
With this impressive TKO victory, Motoyasu was crowned the new WBC MuayThai Japan Super Welterweight Champion, capping an outstanding performance with a prestigious national championship triumph.
Photos courtesy of Nob Yasumura