Shokichi Iwata losses
Over 6 years as a professional, Shokichi Iwata has compiled a 14-2 (11) record, including six title fights. He has two losses, all of them in title fights.
2. Shokichi Iwata loses to René Santiago via unanimous decision
On March 13, 2025 Shokichi Iwata defended his WBO light flyweight title against René Santiago. Iwata was 29 years old with a record of 14-1, and Santiago was 32 with a record of 13-4. Iwata was on a 5-fight winning streak and Santiago was coming off a win. Iwata lost via unanimous decision. Lost the title. Went the distance with Santiago.
1. Shokichi Iwata loses to Jonathan González via unanimous decision
On November 1, 2022 Shokichi Iwata fought Jonathan González for the WBO light flyweight title. Iwata was 26 years old with a record of 9-0, and González was 31 with a record of 26-3-1. Iwata was on an undefeated 9-fight winning streak and González was on a 4-fight winning streak. Iwata lost via unanimous decision. Failed to capture the title. Went the distance with González.