[Boxing] Casimero vs Akaho - December 3

[LUCKMCFLY]

Let's say he got lucky to climb the top 5, the champions here are really tough to beat and I doubt Casimero can match those 2 champions holding the super bantamweight titles.

I hope Casimero can be considered by Inoue once the latter moved up weight. Inoue is expected not to go directly facing those champions once he moved up but for that fight against Casimero should happen, the Quadro Alas of PH should at least make it to the top rankings to be considered.

IMO those 2 champions at super bantamweight division is more easier than Inoue, if Casimero will fight against Inoue, there's no hope Casimero can win. At least Casimero need to beat either 2-3 boxers at this weight before taking a challenge to fight one of those champions, I think Murodjon Akhmadalievb is easier than Stephen Fulton to beat. It seems there's no way for Casimero to escape against Inoue, we might see they will fight each other sooner or later.

Yes, it is as you say, but it would have been excellent if Casimero could achieve something like that, because if he succeeds and can put up a good fight with Inoue it would be great, of course from the point of view how we can make the comparison between the two, for me Inoue he is very old, that is to say, he is on another level, that kind of doesn't suit Casimero much, at this moment a fight like this, I think Casimero would come out badly, it's not that he's bad, but I think that Inoue has a better alignment, more with everything he has achieved, for me he will be the undisputed, it will be very difficult to win a fight right now against the Japanese, he is very active and very serene, his fights are masterful.

Seeing Casimero heavily favored from the poll is not really that surprising and people are just waiting for his comeback since he was stripped by his WBO belt. So far, things are going well with Casimero inside his camp and I'm just not used that he's so silent since this bout has been finalized, so I assume that they're so serious inside the camp and with just a little 2 weeks left from his fight, it seems that he doesn't have that weight struggles anymore. Already excited about his return!

Anyway, here's an article I found earlier regarding Casimero's plans should he succeed in his upcoming fight.

"If I win against Akaho I want Naoya Inoue next as long as he does not run. I respect Akaho because he will fight me, he is not afraid," -Casimero said in an interview with A-Sign Boxing.

https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/sports/boxing/850209/john-riel-casimero-targets-inoue-showdown-after-ryo-akaho-fight/story/

When I thought that Casimero is quietly preparing for his fight against Akaho, he had to open his mouth and then call out Inoue hehehe.

Maybe that's what really his target, I mean we have been waiting for this fight against Inoue, unfortunately he can't make the weight at 118 lbs. But since both of them are moving up to 122 lbs, this fight is inevitable.

But first Casimero should take care of his business here and beat Akaho convincingly.

I think that Casimero should not have said that, in my country something is said: "You can't say chickens before birth," I think it must first concentrate on the fight against Akaho, I know that a boxer should and has to have its self -esteem For the heavens, but in this case you first have to guarantee the victory, go directly to Indeue is something very good and quite risky, I would not really do it, at least until Akaho won, that by my essential, one can always challenge someone Yes and only if he has a blunt victory, but if Casimero loses with what face he can ask for a fight against Inoue, this is what he must say before speaking.

Funny thing is we aren't used by Casimero's silence after climbing the super bantamweight division, it is so unlikely of him to be this serious without making any appearances or noise for teasing his foes. But it's a good thing because he really is serious this time and will just want to surprise the world again of his return after the issue he was in few months before. Anyway, I'm really positive that he can defeat Akaho, I just want to see how will Casimero deliver the message in this division.

For me, just take it with a grain of salt. Maybe the media are not just following Casimero right now that's why no words coming from him are being made. A few days before the fight, I believed that will be the time we can some fresh related news about Casimero.

It's now around 2 weeks before this fight will officially take. Casimero is surely excited to return to the ring after months of being on hiatus.

That might be true or not, but that is not important as long as Casimero is now more serious on his future fight because this might be his last chance to prove his worthiness. If he cannot defeat Akaho then it might be best for him to say his goodbyes in the industry he loved as there's nothing he can do anymore. But as per chances, Casimero has the upper hand, and so I expect that he won't be struggling this time around especially now that his weight is not holding him anymore.

That's the right thing to do, it's not a championship fight for him but he should think about where he is now, if he wants to be a champion again, he cannot loss a single game. Who knows, he might face Inoue going forward, but like I said, he has to continue winning until he will be a challenger to the champion.

Don't worry folks, Casimero exactly know the position he is in currently and the gravity of consequence if he cannot make it past this fight. That fact alone is enough for Casimero to strive hard in this new division, and he can't just give up because he haven't had the chance yet to dance with Inoue. We never know, Bob Arum might choose him for Inoue's debut.

Yes, you're right, but for a moment let's imagine that we are Casimero, it's hard, because the pressure he must be feeling is very great, first he has much more to lose than to win and apart from that Casimero talks that he wants to fight Inoue, and this it puts much more pressure on him, in that case where he really wanted to fight Inoue (which is a natural feeling) he would have challenged him if and only if he already had the victory and he would have done it in the middle of the round as soon as the fight had finished, because It is thus and only thus the most favorable way to be able to challenge, with a good victory.

Boxers like Casimero sometimes get very emotional and can say things that shouldn't be said, but since he spoke, he has to win no matter what.

[agustina2]

It's good that Casimero is just keeping his mouth shut at this fight.

Maybe he was being advised not to make too many talks and just do all the talking thru his punches in the actual fight. Akaho, on the other hand, is not giving any trash talks too and I'm sure he wasn't like that, and that may be the reason why Casimero is just silent too.

Casimero needs to do his best to win this fight. Still, a long way to go for him to be considered for a big match right now that's why every win is a must.

[chaser15]

Don't worry folks, Casimero exactly know the position he is in currently and the gravity of consequence if he cannot make it past this fight. That fact alone is enough for Casimero to strive hard in this new division, and he can't just give up because he haven't had the chance yet to dance with Inoue. We never know, Bob Arum might choose him for Inoue's debut.

I agree. Aside from that, Casimero knows very well that if he loses on this fight, there will be bad consequences that might happen or worst, he can't fight now as promoters won't be bothered to spend a fight for him because he is not capable now.

I'm expecting that his excitement to come back to the ring will fuel his eagerness to not let Akaho snatch a win against him.

This should be an easy fight for him or else.. doomed.

[harizen]

Personally in my own view, I don't have any doubts that Casimero will struggle in this fight. He has all the advantages here except he is inactive for quiet sometime now but that shouldn't be a big deal. Casimero winning in this match will give him the opportunity to fight against top boxers in that division.

Let's patiently wait for the result of this match. I'm giving Casimero a 90% chance to win this match based on my own factors.

[lienfaye]

It's good that Casimero is just keeping his mouth shut at this fight.

Yes and it's something unusual because we're used to seeing him bad mouthing his opponent and probably to create more hype. But he changed now for some reason, still good that he's keeping his mouth shut this time.

Let's patiently wait for the result of this match. I'm giving Casimero a 90% chance to win this match based on my own factors.

I'm also rooting for Casimero to win so he can step up himself for a big match on his future fights just incase.

[Fredomago]

Personally in my own view, I don't have any doubts that Casimero will struggle in this fight. He has all the advantages here except he is inactive for quiet sometime now but that shouldn't be a big deal. Casimero winning in this match will give him the opportunity to fight against top boxers in that division.

Let's patiently wait for the result of this match. I'm giving Casimero a 90% chance to win this match based on my own factors.

Casimero's chance of winning is high in this fight, Akaho might be a good fighter but Casimero is not the same with those experienced that Akaho has beaten before, the level of skills and IQ of Casimero is very far from those boxers that Akaho fought during his young prime, now, it's Casimero's stairway to climb up in this division, he need this win as he is aiming for a higher rank or a chance of challenging the belt holder.

Let see if how he will deal with this and how he will win this fight against Akaho.

[Natalim]

Personally in my own view, I don't have any doubts that Casimero will struggle in this fight. He has all the advantages here except he is inactive for quiet sometime now but that shouldn't be a big deal. Casimero winning in this match will give him the opportunity to fight against top boxers in that division.

Let's patiently wait for the result of this match. I'm giving Casimero a 90% chance to win this match based on my own factors.

Casimero's chance of winning is high in this fight, Akaho might be a good fighter but Casimero is not the same with those experienced that Akaho has beaten before, the level of skills and IQ of Casimero is very far from those boxers that Akaho fought during his young prime, now, it's Casimero's stairway to climb up in this division, he need this win as he is aiming for a higher rank or a chance of challenging the belt holder.

Let see if how he will deal with this and how he will win this fight against Akaho.

Time flies so fast, I didn't realize that we are going to see this fight in less than 2 weeks. I'm sure Casimero is well prepared already, no more worries on how to pass the weight requirement as he is in a heavier division, a win here is gonna make him a good challenger to the champion, but one step at a time until he becomes a mandatory challenger.

[Shamm]

Personally in my own view, I don't have any doubts that Casimero will struggle in this fight. He has all the advantages here except he is inactive for quiet sometime now but that shouldn't be a big deal. Casimero winning in this match will give him the opportunity to fight against top boxers in that division.

Let's patiently wait for the result of this match. I'm giving Casimero a 90% chance to win this match based on my own factors.

Casimero's chance of winning is high in this fight, Akaho might be a good fighter but Casimero is not the same with those experienced that Akaho has beaten before, the level of skills and IQ of Casimero is very far from those boxers that Akaho fought during his young prime, now, it's Casimero's stairway to climb up in this division, he need this win as he is aiming for a higher rank or a chance of challenging the belt holder.

Let see if how he will deal with this and how he will win this fight against Akaho.

Time flies so fast, I didn't realize that we are going to see this fight in less than 2 weeks. I'm sure Casimero is well prepared already, no more worries on how to pass the weight requirement as he is in a heavier division, a win here is gonna make him a good challenger to the champion, but one step at a time until he becomes a mandatory challenger.

Yes you are right that mate time goes fast and 1 week and a half the fight will come and casimero will fight  against akaho which is this is the wayor a chance for casimero to be better once again and of he could win then for sure his name will recognize and popular. For now both side don't hire best and trained well in order to gives us a good fight and very interesting ro watch let's see in the fight date.

[mirakal]

It's good that Casimero is just keeping his mouth shut at this fight.

Maybe he was being advised not to make too many talks and just do all the talking thru his punches in the actual fight. Akaho, on the other hand, is not giving any trash talks too and I'm sure he wasn't like that, and that may be the reason why Casimero is just silent too.

Casimero needs to do his best to win this fight. Still, a long way to go for him to be considered for a big match right now that's why every win is a must.

Not really surprised that this Ryo Akaho is also silent since their fight has been scheduled because Japanese people are known to be polite, courteous and very respectful towards other people. However, Casimero is different, this man is known to be messing with you in the head until the day of the fight. He just never stops talking about anything that sometimes he already looks like a fool, but this time is different. He is now under the radar pouring all his days in training for this fight of redemption.

[LUCKMCFLY]

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By looking at these details and knowing a little of these two athletes, it will be a very good fight. Akaho, may be surprising and put Casimero on guard and win some points with it. I do not believe there will be a knock out, but it will be a tuff fight.

So, my guess is it will be; either a draw or Casimero will have the best.

Majority is in favor with Casimero because he is much well know compare to Akaho but its really dangerous for him to belittle his opponent since he is inactive for so many days and this might give effect to his fighting style and Akaho will dominate him. I consider this as a good match up between them since whoever wins for sure they can bring good honors and maybe they could get more bigger fight after this match.

It's almost unlikely to happen because this fight is quite personal to Casimero as he needs to avenge his fellow countrymen who fell in the hands of Ryo Akaho and the most important is to write his name back in the industry to have a chance in fighting the guys who's a title holder.
His chances are good against Akaho, so there shouldn't be a problem and Casimero don't have any records that he underestimate his foes, he just like to play mind games to them to mess their heads.

Yes, in that sense he has a good maturity in terms of his opponents, he is not a seeker, of course I know that Akaho has hit Casimero's compatriots very hard, this time perhaps Casimero has the responsibility of being able to avenge his companions, but in such a case I see that you cannot claim victory so quickly, the only way is for Akaho to make a lot of mistakes, and both boxers are very good, of course, in my particular situation I have followed Casimero much more than Akaho, for I usually follow everything he has done and all the incidents that are generated around him, therefore when we watch boxing we are much more inclined towards what we know more about.

It's good that Casimero is just keeping his mouth shut at this fight.

Maybe he was being advised not to make too many talks and just do all the talking thru his punches in the actual fight. Akaho, on the other hand, is not giving any trash talks too and I'm sure he wasn't like that, and that may be the reason why Casimero is just silent too.

Casimero needs to do his best to win this fight. Still, a long way to go for him to be considered for a big match right now that's why every win is a must.

Not really surprised that this Ryo Akaho is also silent since their fight has been scheduled because Japanese people are known to be polite, courteous and very respectful towards other people. However, Casimero is different, this man is known to be messing with you in the head until the day of the fight. He just never stops talking about anything that sometimes he already looks like a fool, but this time is different. He is now under the radar pouring all his days in training for this fight of redemption.

This is easy to interpret, Casimero has spoken more, and only the fact of having said that after this fight he will fight against Inoue is almost like a provocation given to Akaho, you cannot say or speak more and less in boxing, things, things They are like that, it is also as you say, the Japanese are very gentlemen, they are educational people and do not walk much around what they can and cannot, this is something that in boxing takes into account.

Now, boxing in this case is a weapon with double edge edge edges for casimero, I didn't have to have spoken, I think he speaks more to get excited in the full interview, but it was a mistake, those things should not be said, if Casimero loses, the one who will look bad will be him for everything.

[inthelongrun]

Earlier today while watching Youtube during my lunch, I encountered a video of Johnreil Casimero. So he is currently in Thailand training for his scheduled fight with Ryo Akaho. Good thing that he is away in the Philippines and away from many temptations. They are still vlogging but his companions seem nice and humble people unlike the arrogant Marc Lontayao and his toxic entourage. Casimero can focus more on this training in Thailand with fewer distractions and hopefully, he won't be short with spar mates either to emulate Akaho's fighting style.

[bisdak40]

Earlier today while watching Youtube during my lunch, I encountered a video of Johnreil Casimero. So he is currently in Thailand training for his scheduled fight with Ryo Akaho. Good thing that he is away in the Philippines and away from many temptations. They are still vlogging but his companions seem nice and humble people unlike the arrogant Marc Lontayao and his toxic entourage. Casimero can focus more on this training in Thailand with fewer distractions and hopefully, he won't be short with spar mates either to emulate Akaho's fighting style.

I don't know and recognized this Marc Lontayao but it's good that he is not with Quadro Alas team anymore so as to minimize the toxic people around him. The team is still vlogging but they seldom upload videos on their channel so that they won't repeat the mistake they have committed during their preparation for the Butler fight.

I also read in the news just hours ago that Casimero already got his visa for Korea so I think in the next few days he will fly to South Korea for the final preparation for his fight with Akaho.

I'm excited as to who will be the favorite in this fight but unfortunately, the odds are not released yet.

[Slow death]

It's good that Casimero is just keeping his mouth shut at this fight.

Casimero has his mouth shut because he has nothing to say, what would he say? what would he boast about? When fighters have one or more belts, they show off and talk a lot to get more attention from the media and also put psychological pressure on their opponent, it turns out that in this case Casimero has nothing to show off for that reason he can only remain silent and wait for fight day and see if he can win this fight, that's all he can do

Maybe he was being advised not to make too many talks and just do all the talking thru his punches in the actual fight. Akaho, on the other hand, is not giving any trash talks too and I'm sure he wasn't like that, and that may be the reason why Casimero is just silent too.

Akaho also has nothing to say, what would he say? when these fighters always talk about showing off what they have at that moment, something like showing off their belt or because they beat someone very strong and important, then they show off, but in the case of Akaho, he is 36 years old, he failed in previous fights for the heavyweight titles. Junior bantamweight WBC (115 pounds) and bantamweight WBO and Akaho, he doesn't have a good defense something that Casimero can very well take advantage of his weakness in my opinion

[mirakal]

It's good that Casimero is just keeping his mouth shut at this fight.

Maybe he was being advised not to make too many talks and just do all the talking thru his punches in the actual fight. Akaho, on the other hand, is not giving any trash talks too and I'm sure he wasn't like that, and that may be the reason why Casimero is just silent too.

Casimero needs to do his best to win this fight. Still, a long way to go for him to be considered for a big match right now that's why every win is a must.

Not really surprised that this Ryo Akaho is also silent since their fight has been scheduled because Japanese people are known to be polite, courteous and very respectful towards other people. However, Casimero is different, this man is known to be messing with you in the head until the day of the fight. He just never stops talking about anything that sometimes he already looks like a fool, but this time is different. He is now under the radar pouring all his days in training for this fight of redemption.

This is easy to interpret, Casimero has spoken more, and only the fact of having said that after this fight he will fight against Inoue is almost like a provocation given to Akaho, you cannot say or speak more and less in boxing, things, things They are like that, it is also as you say, the Japanese are very gentlemen, they are educational people and do not walk much around what they can and cannot, this is something that in boxing takes into account.

Now, boxing in this case is a weapon with double edge edge edges for casimero, I didn't have to have spoken, I think he speaks more to get excited in the full interview, but it was a mistake, those things should not be said, if Casimero loses, the one who will look bad will be him for everything.

If Akaho is indeed provoked by that then he already have stooped down Casimero's level because he was swayed by that kind of statement. Apart from Casimero's true agenda, he might have said that line purposely to mess Akaho and to think that Casimero is underestimating him because he is already forecasting future fights that isn't yet sure that will come. And just like what you have said, it is always a double edged sword for Casimero and that is his choice.

[harizen]

It's good that Casimero is just keeping his mouth shut at this fight.

Casimero has his mouth shut because he has nothing to say, what would he say? what would he boast about? When fighters have one or more belts, they show off and talk a lot to get more attention from the media and also put psychological pressure on their opponent, it turns out that in this case Casimero has nothing to show off for that reason he can only remain silent and wait for fight day and see if he can win this fight, that's all he can do

We can't blame the community if they are not used to seeing Casimero's changed behavior right now as that wasn't his usual. However, you have a point though that it might not make sense to make some noise because he is currently not a champion now. However, that's not the reason I'm thinking but because of those events that lead to being stripped out of his belt, not just once but twice.

Regardless, a bit of trash talk should be nice to start some fire. Seems boring if these 2 boxers won't start making some noise thru trash talks.

[Yaunfitda]

It's good that Casimero is just keeping his mouth shut at this fight.

Casimero has his mouth shut because he has nothing to say, what would he say? what would he boast about? When fighters have one or more belts, they show off and talk a lot to get more attention from the media and also put psychological pressure on their opponent, it turns out that in this case Casimero has nothing to show off for that reason he can only remain silent and wait for fight day and see if he can win this fight, that's all he can do

We can't blame the community if they are not used to seeing Casimero's changed behavior right now as that wasn't his usual. However, you have a point though that it might not make sense to make some noise because he is currently not a champion now. However, that's not the reason I'm thinking but because of those events that lead to being stripped out of his belt, not just once but twice.

Regardless, a bit of trash talk should be nice to start some fire. Seems boring if these 2 boxers won't start making some noise thru trash talks.

Or maybe he learned his lessons not to open his mouth, or at least back it up, and since he has no belts right now, he can't boast of anything. He can attack Inoue in social media, but not sure if Inoue will be interested at him since he has no belt at all.

Nevertheless, if he can proved once again that he still has that brandish style and has the knock out power, maybe the super bantamweight including the champion will take notice of him. Right now, it's better for him to really zip his mouth and do the talking in the ring.

[Fredomago]

Personally in my own view, I don't have any doubts that Casimero will struggle in this fight. He has all the advantages here except he is inactive for quiet sometime now but that shouldn't be a big deal. Casimero winning in this match will give him the opportunity to fight against top boxers in that division.

Let's patiently wait for the result of this match. I'm giving Casimero a 90% chance to win this match based on my own factors.

Casimero's chance of winning is high in this fight, Akaho might be a good fighter but Casimero is not the same with those experienced that Akaho has beaten before, the level of skills and IQ of Casimero is very far from those boxers that Akaho fought during his young prime, now, it's Casimero's stairway to climb up in this division, he need this win as he is aiming for a higher rank or a chance of challenging the belt holder.

Let see if how he will deal with this and how he will win this fight against Akaho.

Time flies so fast, I didn't realize that we are going to see this fight in less than 2 weeks. I'm sure Casimero is well prepared already, no more worries on how to pass the weight requirement as he is in a heavier division, a win here is gonna make him a good challenger to the champion, but one step at a time until he becomes a mandatory challenger.

Weight is no longer an issue for Casimero but it won't favor him since he will be facing a much heavier opponent, though for sure he already adjusts and with his determination and will, he can win this fight. We just can't discredit Akaho as he has lots of experienced from this division and for sure he will not give that win as easy as it is for Casimero.

Though one thing is for sure, this step will give Casimero a chance to chase for the belt, but he needs to win this fight in an impressive way.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

Personally in my own view, I don't have any doubts that Casimero will struggle in this fight. He has all the advantages here except he is inactive for quiet sometime now but that shouldn't be a big deal. Casimero winning in this match will give him the opportunity to fight against top boxers in that division.

Let's patiently wait for the result of this match. I'm giving Casimero a 90% chance to win this match based on my own factors.

Casimero's chance of winning is high in this fight, Akaho might be a good fighter but Casimero is not the same with those experienced that Akaho has beaten before, the level of skills and IQ of Casimero is very far from those boxers that Akaho fought during his young prime, now, it's Casimero's stairway to climb up in this division, he need this win as he is aiming for a higher rank or a chance of challenging the belt holder.

Let see if how he will deal with this and how he will win this fight against Akaho.

Time flies so fast, I didn't realize that we are going to see this fight in less than 2 weeks. I'm sure Casimero is well prepared already, no more worries on how to pass the weight requirement as he is in a heavier division, a win here is gonna make him a good challenger to the champion, but one step at a time until he becomes a mandatory challenger.

Weight is no longer an issue for Casimero but it won't favor him since he will be facing a much heavier opponent, though for sure he already adjusts and with his determination and will, he can win this fight. We just can't discredit Akaho as he has lots of experienced from this division and for sure he will not give that win as easy as it is for Casimero.

The height as well, although most of the time, boxer that is shorter can also win fight, but it is very important to see that Casimero might face taller boxer and heavier as they are in their natural weight class and this could post a big problem for Casimero specially his aggressive style, in my opinion.

Though one thing is for sure, this step will give Casimero a chance to chase for the belt, but he needs to win this fight in an impressive way.

Yes, again though, it might be a tougher road ahead in the super bantamweight as the best fighters have settled down a bit. So he will have to slowly go up in rankings because having a chance to fight for the belt and this is just his first step.

[btc_angela]

It's good that Casimero is just keeping his mouth shut at this fight.

Maybe he was being advised not to make too many talks and just do all the talking thru his punches in the actual fight. Akaho, on the other hand, is not giving any trash talks too and I'm sure he wasn't like that, and that may be the reason why Casimero is just silent too.

Casimero needs to do his best to win this fight. Still, a long way to go for him to be considered for a big match right now that's why every win is a must.

Not really surprised that this Ryo Akaho is also silent since their fight has been scheduled because Japanese people are known to be polite, courteous and very respectful towards other people. However, Casimero is different, this man is known to be messing with you in the head until the day of the fight. He just never stops talking about anything that sometimes he already looks like a fool, but this time is different. He is now under the radar pouring all his days in training for this fight of redemption.

I haven't check Akaho's record but probably this could be the first time that he might be facing at least a well known boxer, so he didn't know how to react. As you compare to Inoue, wherein he always respond to Casimero's taunt on social media.

Overall though, Japanese fighters are respectful towards their opponent and as long as they are going to be respected, then there are no bad mouthing. And yes, definitely, there is a issue on the language as well.

[carlisle1]

It's good that Casimero is just keeping his mouth shut at this fight.

Maybe he was being advised not to make too many talks and just do all the talking thru his punches in the actual fight. Akaho, on the other hand, is not giving any trash talks too and I'm sure he wasn't like that, and that may be the reason why Casimero is just silent too.

Casimero needs to do his best to win this fight. Still, a long way to go for him to be considered for a big match right now that's why every win is a must.

Not really surprised that this Ryo Akaho is also silent since their fight has been scheduled because Japanese people are known to be polite, courteous and very respectful towards other people. However, Casimero is different, this man is known to be messing with you in the head until the day of the fight. He just never stops talking about anything that sometimes he already looks like a fool, but this time is different. He is now under the radar pouring all his days in training for this fight of redemption.

I haven't check Akaho's record but probably this could be the first time that he might be facing at least a well known boxer, so he didn't know how to react. As you compare to Inoue, wherein he always respond to Casimero's taunt on social media.

Overall though, Japanese fighters are respectful towards their opponent and as long as they are going to be respected, then there are no bad mouthing. And yes, definitely, there is a issue on the language as well.

Japanese fighters do have that kind of tradition, they respect people and like what you have said, if there's no badmouthing they will not engage
they will just fight for a win as culture state that they needed to bring everything with pride.

On the other side, Casimero should learn from it and do the same, just fight and show what he got inside the ring.

Better to do it in action, not in words, proving something can be concluded after the fight!