Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery Tokyo Dome Showdown Confirmed for May 6
Tokyo, Japan (March 5, 2024) - The stage is set for an epic showdown as Japan's boxing sensation, Naoya "The Monster" Inoue, is primed to defend his undisputed junior featherweight titles against Mexican powerhouse Luis "Pantera" Nery in a historic event at the Tokyo Dome on May 6. In what promises to be a night of electrifying action, Inoue, a four-weight world champion, will step into the spotlight at the iconic Tokyo Dome for the first time, facing off against Nery in a battle for supremacy in the junior featherweight division. The highly anticipated bout between Inoue and Nery will be the centerpiece of a star-studded card, featuring three additional world title showdowns streaming live exclusively on ESPN+ in the U.S. at 4 a.m. ET/1 a.m. PT. Among the exciting matchups, Australia's WBO bantamweight world champion, Jason "Mayhem" Moloney, will put his title on the line against rising knockout artist and former kickboxing world champion Yoshiki Takei, promising fireworks in the ring. Adding to the intrigue, WBA bantamweight world champion Takuma Inoue, the younger brother of Naoya, will defend his title against former world title challenger Sho Ishida in a clash of titans. In a rematch of their 2021 Japanese title bout, newly minted WBA world champion Seigo Yuri Akui will square off against Taku Kuwahara in a flyweight world title tilt, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter. Speaking ahead of the event, Top Rank Chairman Bob Arum expressed his confidence in Inoue's ability to shine on the grand stage, stating, "Naoya Inoue is the world's best fighter, a young man who amazes me every time he steps in the ring." With a capacity crowd of over 50,000 expected to pack the Tokyo Dome, fans can anticipate a night of unforgettable moments and historic significance in the world of boxing. The Tokyo Dome holds a special place in boxing history, having witnessed legendary bouts such as Mike Tyson's defense of the undisputed heavyweight championship in 1988 and James "Buster" Douglas' stunning upset victory over Tyson in 1990. As the countdown to May 6 begins, all eyes will be on Inoue and Nery as they prepare to etch their names in the annals of boxing history with a performance for the ages. #NaoyaInoue #LuisNery #TokyoDomeShowdown #BoxingChampionship #ESPN #PrimeVideo #InoueNeryFight
