Shinji Takehara losses
Over 7 years as a professional, Shinji Takehara has compiled a 24-1 (18) record, including 14 title fights. His only loss came in a title fight against William Joppy.
1. Shinji Takehara loses to William Joppy via KO
On June 24, 1996 Shinji Takehara defended his WBA middleweight title against William Joppy. Takehara was 24 years old with a record of 24-0, and Joppy was 25 with a record of 21-0-1. Takehara was on an undefeated 24-fight winning streak and Joppy was on an undefeated 2-fight winning streak. Joppy stopped Takehara via TKO in the 9th round. Lost the title. Lasted into the 9th round.