Richardson Hitchins will not defend his IBF super lightweight title tonight due to illness, resulting in the cancellation of his scheduled fight against Oscar Duarte. The event will proceed with Gary Russell Jr. versus Andy Hiraoka as the main attraction. Hitchins, 20-0 with 8 KOs, last defended his title in June 2025 and was set to face Duarte, 30-2-1 with 23 KOs, in a significant title bout. Duarte, who last fought in August, expressed confidence and eagerness for the rescheduled opportunity, criticizing Hitchins as 'basic' despite his impressive record. Meanwhile, Duarte responded to Hitchins' trash talk with blunt language, escalating tensions ahead of their fight. The event also features a highly anticipated bout between Mario Barrios and Ryan Garcia, with both fighters confident and aiming for victory. The WBO and WBA light flyweight titles will be defended in Tokyo, and other boxing news highlights include the IBF ordering a lightweight eliminator and the WBC unveiling a new diamond chain for champions. The boxing community remains active with ongoing debates, strategic analyses, and upcoming match previews.