Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery: Undisputed Super Bantamweight Championship Clash in Tokyo Dome

In a highly anticipated showdown, Naoya Inoue and Luis Nery are set to clash in the famous Tokyo Dome in Japan on May 6. The fight will be broadcast on ESPN+ in the U.S., with Inoue putting his status as the undisputed super bantamweight champion on the line.

Inoue, a top figure on boxing’s pound-for-pound list, is a four-division champion and a two-division undisputed champion, a rare feat in the sport. Having defeated Paul Butler in 2022 to become undisputed at bantamweight and decimated Marlon Tapales in December to hold all the gold at super bantamweight, Inoue is looking to solidify his legacy as one of the best in the sport.

On the other hand, Nery, who won the WBC and Ring bantamweight titles in 2017, has faced his fair share of controversies, including testing positive for a banned substance and missing weight in previous fights. However, now allowed to compete in Japan, Nery is determined to prove himself against Inoue and believes he is just another fighter standing in his way of greatness.

The rivalry between the two fighters adds an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming bout, with Nery labeling Inoue as overrated and vowing to go for the knockout. With four titles on the line, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown between two of the best in the super bantamweight division.

For fans looking to catch all the action, the main card will start at 4 a.m. ET, with the main event expected to begin around 7 a.m. ET. The fight will be available for viewing on ESPN+ in the U.S., with the undercard fights also airing exclusively on the platform. Don’t miss out on what promises to be an electrifying night of boxing between Naoya Inoue and Luis Nery.