Location: ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Broadcast: DAZN PPV
Division: Super Featherweight (130 lbs)
Estimated Ringwalk: 9:45 AM PDT / 12:45 PM EDT / 5:45 PM BST
Tale of the Tape
| Fighter | Hayato Tsutsumi | Qais Ashfaq |
| Record | 7-0-0 (4 KOs) | 13-3-1 (5 KOs) |
| Age | 26 | 32 |
| Height | 5’7″ | 5’7″ |
| Reach | — | 66″ |
| Stance | Orthodox | Southpaw |
| Rankings | WBA #3, IBF #10 | Unranked |
Fighter Profiles
Hayato Tsutsumi 🇯🇵
Rising Japanese prospect with elite amateur pedigree and crisp technique.
Ranked top 10 by both WBA and IBF at super featherweight.
Known for sharp counters, body work, and ring generalship.
Has fought more frequently and actively than Ashfaq in recent years.
Qais Ashfaq 🇬🇧
Former British Olympian with solid fundamentals and experience.
Has struggled with consistency, losing 3 of his last 5 bouts.
Southpaw stance could pose stylistic challenges for Tsutsumi.
Last fought over 18 months ago, raising questions about ring rust.
Strategic Breakdown
Tsutsumi’s Game Plan: Use timing and footwork to neutralize Ashfaq’s angles, target the body early, and build pressure.
Ashfaq’s Game Plan: Stay mobile, frustrate Tsutsumi with jabs and lateral movement, and capitalize on counterpunching opportunities.
FIGHT ODDS
Hayato Tsutsumi – 10000
Qais Ashfaq + 2200
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, August 15, 2025
