“Focused, Disciplined, And Ready To Do What I Need To Do To Take That Belt” – Tanaka Saburi

“Focused, disciplined, and ready to do what I need to do to take that belt.” Tanaka Saburi challenges for first title May 29 in Perth – Thunderdome 54

May 29, Dragon Fire Boxing hits Metro City Arena for the second time this year with the 54th edition of the iconic Thunderdome series and a stacked card.

One of the prospects coming through is junior welterweight Tanaka Saburi.

Having delivered another show-stealing performance on Thunderdome 53, Saburi returns and is ready to put on another great show.

Tanaka Saburi opens up:

“My last fight was a big step forward for me. I got the win by TKO, so overall I’m happy with the result, but I’m also very honest with myself — I feel like I could’ve taken him out earlier. I was a bit of a late starter in that fight. I took that first round just to read him, figure out his timing, his reactions, what he was trying to do. Once I made those adjustments, I started cooking and really turned up the pace. That’s when everything began to flow — my shots were landing cleaner, I was more confident, and I felt in control. But at this level, I know I can’t afford to give rounds away or take too long to get going. Since that fight, I’ve really focused on starting faster, being sharper from the opening bell, and making sure that when I hurt someone, I finish the job properly.”

“My opponent is a solid fighter, and I respect him. He’s naturally a bit heavier than me, but that’s not something that worries me at all. I’ve been sparring bigger guys my whole life, so I’m used to that kind of size and pressure. He had a great performance in his fight with Devon Kelly, so credit to him — he showed what he’s capable of. But at the end of the day, styles win fights. It’s not just about size or strength; it’s about how styles match up, and I truly believe my style is the one that comes out on top here. I’ve studied what I needed to study, I’ve prepared the way I needed to prepare, and I know exactly what I have to do when we’re in there.”

“This means everything to me. To be fighting for a professional title in just my fourth fight is something you don’t often hear of; it shows the belief I have in myself and the risks I’m willing to take early in my career. A lot of fighters take their time and build slowly, but I’ve always believed I’m ready for big moments. This is one of them. It’s not just about winning a belt — it’s about proving that I belong at this level, that I can handle pressure, and that I’m here to build something serious in this sport. This is the first step toward where I want to go, and I’m not taking it lightly.”

“Come ready. I know what you bring, and I respect you as a fighter. I’m sure you’re coming in confident, just like I am. Let’s go in there and put on a proper fight for everyone watching. At the same time, I pray that we both make it back safely to our families — God bless. But once that bell rings, it’s business. I’m coming in focused, disciplined, and ready to do what I need to do to take that belt.

“To all my family and friends, this one is truly for us. Boxing is known as a lonely sport, and a lot of the time it can feel that way, but for me I’ve never felt alone on this journey. I’ve had people supporting me from day one, and I carry that with me every time I step into the ring. All the sacrifices, the early mornings, the hard sessions — it’s not just me, it’s all of us. That’s why this win isn’t just mine. This is going to be a win for all of us. I’m going in there to make you proud, and when I bring that belt home, it belongs to every single person who’s been backing me.”

Tickets on sale now at megatix.com.au, and the event will be broadcast by LiveCombatSports.com.au.

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