The Japanese champion Moves a Step Closer to Historic Tokyo Showdown After Dominant Win.

The undisputed super-bantamweight king cleared the path for a highly-anticipated domestic super-fight by retaining his undisputed titles with a unanimous decision over the Mexican challenger in Saudi Arabia on fight night.

A Controlled Performance Over Twelve Rounds

Universally considered as one of the world's elite P4P boxers, "The Monster" was in total command from the opening bell. He stifled the previously unbeaten challenger with a combination of pinpoint accuracy, lightning hand speed, and relentless pressure. The official judges reflected his dominance with lopsided scores of 120-108, 119-109, and 117-111.

“I could have done better,” stated Inoue post-fight. “I am happy with the win, but I feel exhausted. I'll rest and be much better next time.”

Even while conceding significant height and reach to his opponent, the champion imposed his will with crisp counters and thudding combinations to the body. He wobbled Picasso in the middle rounds and repeatedly pierced his defensive guard, compelling him into a largely defensive posture as the contest progressed.

Setting the Stage for a National Blockbuster

The win arranges a possible blockbuster clash with fellow countryman Junto Nakatani. Nakatani scored his own win on the same card, earning a points victory in his first fight at the 122-pound limit.

“My goal in this weight class is to become champion,” declared the undefeated contender. “Should the opportunity arise, I will seize it.”

The champion responded in kind while stopping short of a definite announcement. “We both performed well this evening,” he noted. “For next year, we will decide what happens. The fans can look forward to something special.”

The Prospect of a Historic Fight

Should it be made, an clash between the two champions bout—widely rumored for 3 May at the iconic Tokyo Dome—would pit two undefeated, multi-weight titleholders in their peak years. This represents a unique event in modern boxing and is viewed by many as a contender for the most significant contest in the nation's storied boxing history.