John Riel Casimero aiming for former world title holder John Nery in 2026

A revitalized John Riel Casimero has big plans for 2026, starting with a possible fight with fellow former world champion John Nery.

Casimero, who toppled Mizokoshi Tomu in Japan on Dec. 27, hopes to get a crack at Nery now that the two boxers are a part of the same promotion, Kameda Promotions.

The 36-year-old Filipino made his boxing comeback last year, losing to Kyonosuke Kameda via decision. 

Though his skills in the ring have slowed down, his controversial nature still followed when allegations of match-fixing were brought to light by his brother and trainer on social media.

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Despite this, Casimero aims to be more active in the ring this year and reclaim his former glory by beating Nery.

Nery, who boasts a win-loss record of 37-2 with 28 KOs, has been one of the contenders of the Super Bantamweight division for some time now, highlighted by a failed title shot against pound-for-pound and Super Bantamweight undisputed king Naoya Inoue.

For Casimero, moving past Nery is a statement that can elevate the Leyte fighter to becoming the world’s best again – and possibly reigniting the flames of a possible fight against Inoue in the future.

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