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Kyoji Horiguchi was outperforming Manel Kape for the majority of their rematch, landing sharp left hooks and controlling position, but a brief pause in movement late in the third round allowed Kape to switch stance and land the finishing shot. Kape's switch from southpaw to orthodox immediately before the knockout was a pivotal tactical adjustment that Horiguchi failed to read in time. Despite the loss, the quality Horiguchi showed throughout the fight underscores his standing as a top-tier flyweight who remains deserving of a title opportunity.
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