By Felix Jesus Mendoza
After the defeat suffered by technical knockout before Tenshin Nasukawa in Tokyo, Japan, Juan Francisco Estrada has officially shared his first impressions. The Sonoran boxer, who was looking to win the title in a different third division, used his Instagram account to send a message to his followers and clarify his physical situation after the fight.
He Gallo Estrada confirmed that he faced this international commitment with a main injury to the ribs.
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“Good afternoon my people, I am here to thank you for your support, it really doesn’t surprise me so much darling, I know I have the best followers”expressed the boxer through his social networks.
In his statement, the Gallo Estrada He emphasized that the result does not overshadow the effort made during its preparation: “With respect and gratitude I want to tell you that I did what I could to be crowned again. I do not see my lost fights as defeats, but as learning, because I know that I put months of preparation and all my heart into them.”
#Boxing In Japan very early Tenshin Nasukawa defeated the former champion “Gallo” Estrada, a headbutt marked the course of the battle and weakened the “Gallo”, in the end after 9 rounds the Mexican who was being hurt too much did not come out, a sad defeat in the twilight of his career. pic.twitter.com/C4XhM0x7c9
— Boxing addicts (@nikomexicano) April 11, 2026
An injury that conditioned performance in the ring
The former Mexican monarch He did not make excuses about his rival’s victoryrecognizing the level of the Japanese fighter, although he revealed details about his state of health that were not known prior to the match.
He Gallo Estrada He admitted that he worked under adverse physical conditions and will now have to undergo a period of mandatory inactivity to heal his fractures. “I worked very hard for it, it was not what I expected, nor did they expect, but I know that I was facing an excellent fighter,” pointed out the athlete.
Regarding the severity of his illness, the fighter was specific about the medical recommendations he must follow in the coming weeks. “Regarding my rib injury, I hope for a speedy recovery. A month without sudden movements or carrying weight,” explained the Gallo Estrada in his statement, thus closing speculation about his physical performance during the assaults that the fight lasted in Asian territory.
The professional future and the reflective pause
Despite criticism and comments about pure wear after a career of forty five wins and 5 lossesthe 36-year-old boxer made it clear that the end of his career has not come yet.
After questions about a possible goodbye to those involved, the Gallo Estrada He assured that his immediate priority is family rest and planning new sports goals. which will be announced in due course.
“My goal now is to enjoy my family, stay still and think calmly”said the Sonoran, ending his message with a phrase that clears up doubts about his permanence in active sports: “Soon you will hear from me, with a new mentality, with new projects. The Rooster is not leaving…”.
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