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Truly high stakes in an overseas Jr. Bantamweight fight? The notion seems unlikely, at least from the viewpoint of the American market and its fans, but the land of sake and sushi hosts a battle Monday that could have an effect on both. At the Bunka Gym in Yokohama, Japan, 28-year old Venezuelan 115 lb. titlist Alexander Munoz (31-2, 27 KO, Ring Magazine #2, WBA belt) goes head to head with former lineal World champion and native son of the island nation, the 33-year old Katsushige Kawashima (32-6, 21 KO, #7). Given their styles and knockout numbers, the in-ring collision alone is worth anticipation. [details]
