Fifty-five years after a world title bout claimed to be "the biggest victory in the Japanese boxing world," a plan is in the works to reunite two legendary champions.
Masahiko Harada, known as "Fighting Harada" and a hero of Japan's golden age of boxing, and Eder Jofre, a Brazilian former champion in two weight classes, dubbed the "Golden Bantam," have a friendship that has transcended time and distance.
"Jofre is a wonderful human being. I will never forget that bout. That's why I really want to see him again," said Harada, adding that he hopes to once again meet his "fist friend" who resides in Brazil.