00:00The hands of Melvin El Gringo of Jerusalem are still holding the WBC World Minimum Weight Title
00:07after defeating Yudai Shigoka in his championship rematch this week in Tokanami, Aichi, Japan.
00:15The 31-year-old champion nominated his rival to convince the judges to give him the victory in the scorecards of 119-109, 118-110, and 116-112.
00:29The Japanese boxer remained aggressive, but his attack was more tactical than before.
00:36The right cross of Jerusalem repeatedly connected, which gave Shigoka a problem in the 12 rounds.
00:43Shigoka will also be remembered for defeating Jerusalem last year to win the WBC 105 pound title.
00:51But their first encounter was closer because the judges split the decision in 11 rounds.
00:59Because of his successful defense, Jerusalem's score rose to 24 wins with 12 knockouts and 3 losses.
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