The upcoming Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery fight promises to be a thrilling showdown featuring two accomplished boxers with impressive resumes.
Inoue, hailed as ‘The Monster,’ holds the distinction of being the undisputed super bantamweight champion, boasting titles from WBA, WBC, WBO, IBF, and The Ring. He is a former undisputed bantamweight champion as well, joining Terence Crawford as one of the few male boxers in the four-belt era to achieve undisputed status in two weight classes.
In contrast, Luis Nery, a formidable fighter from Mexico, is a former two-division world champion with previous titles in the WBC and The Ring at bantamweight. He also held the WBC super bantamweight title.
This eagerly awaited match is set to headline a prestigious boxing event at the Tokyo Dome in Japan on Monday, May 6, 2024. For fans in the US, ESPN+ will be streaming the event, while Sky Sports will broadcast it for viewers in the UK. The fight card also includes other exciting matchups:
– WBA flyweight title bout: Seigo Yuri Akui (C) vs. Taku Kuwahara
– WBA bantamweight title bout: Takuma Inoue (C) vs. Sho Ishida
– WBO bantamweight title bout: Jason Moloney (C) vs. Yoshiki Takei
– Super bantamweight bout: TJ Doheny vs. Bryl Bayogos
Inoue, a revered figure in Japanese sports, addressed questions about fighting in the US, acknowledging the global popularity enjoyed by some of his peers competing there. He affirmed his openness to fighting in the US again, noting that fame and financial opportunities often motivate fighters to seek bouts in America.
Despite this, Inoue emphasized the growth of the Japanese market, which has become lucrative for fighters across weight divisions. He highlighted the success of American boxer Stephen Fulton, illustrating how even lighter weight class athletes can thrive in Japan.
Inoue’s unwavering dedication to his craft and his exceptional skills have earned him widespread recognition and substantial earnings in his home country, demonstrating that success in Japan can be immensely rewarding for fighters aiming to make a mark on the international stage.
