Figueroa loses WBA featherweight title after failing to make weight; Kameda poised for title shot

WBA featherweight champion Figueroa has forfeited his title after failing to make the required weight for his scheduled bout against Kameda in Las Vegas.

Despite the weight miss, the fight will proceed as planned. Should Kameda emerge victorious, he will claim the vacant WBA featherweight title. If Figueroa wins, the title will remain vacant.

Kameda is positioned to capture the championship with a win in the contest.