The undisputed super bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue is gearing up to defend his titles against the WBC mandatory challenger Luis ‘Pantera’ Nery in what promises to be a showdown filled with explosive punches. The fight is scheduled to take place on Monday, May 6 at the Tokyo Dome, and fans in the U.S. can catch all the action live on ESPN+ at 4 a.m. ET/1 a.m. PT. Naoya Inoue holds an impressive professional record of 26-0 with 23 knockouts, while Luis Nery boasts a record of 35-1 with 27 knockouts. With both fighters known for their knockout power, this matchup is not one to miss.
Adding to the excitement of the fight card is the co-feature bout between Jason “Mayhem” Moloney and former kickboxing champion Yoshiki Takei. Moloney, the current WBO bantamweight world champion from Australia, will be putting his title on the line against the undefeated Takei, who holds a perfect knockout record of 8-0 with 8 KOs. The clash between these two fighters from different parts of the world is sure to bring an international flair to the event and keep fans on the edge of their seats.
Another intriguing matchup on the fight card features Takuma Inoue, the younger brother of Naoya Inoue and WBA bantamweight titleholder, facing off against Sho Ishida, a seasoned fighter and former world title contender. With Inoue looking to defend his title and Ishida aiming to secure a victory, this fight promises to be a strategic battle that showcases the skill and prowess of both fighters. Fans can expect a high-level competition as these two bantamweights go head-to-head in the ring.
The fight card also includes a critical rematch between Seigo Yuri Akui and Taku Kuwahara for the WBA flyweight world title. Their previous bout in 2021 left fans craving for more action, and now they will have the opportunity to witness these two fighters go toe-to-toe once again. With the flyweight title on the line, Akui and Kuwahara will be looking to settle the score and prove themselves in the ring. Expect an intense showdown between these two flyweight contenders with everything at stake.
The date is set for Monday, May 6, 2024, with the action kicking off at 4 a.m. ET/1 a.m. PT and 9 a.m. UK time. Fans can catch all the excitement live on ESPN+ as the fighters battle it out at the Tokyo Dome in Japan. The fight card includes four world title fights, with Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery headlining the event for the undisputed junior featherweight championship. Jason Moloney vs. Yoshiki Takei will compete for the WBO bantamweight championship, while Takuma Inoue vs. Sho Ishida and Seigo Yuri Akui vs. Taku Kuwahara will also be fighting for their respective titles. Don’t miss out on the action-packed night of boxing as these fighters put it all on the line for glory and championship gold.