Inoue Vs Nakatani Live Results And Tokio Fight Card ...
Inoue controls early rounds, responds late to secure decision in Tokyo main event
www.boxing247.comHere’s the latest on Naoya Inoue vs Junto Nakatani.
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The bout took place in Tokyo on May 2, 2026, with Naoya Inoue defeating Junto Nakatani by unanimous decision to retain the undisputed super-bantamweight titles. The official scores were 116-112, 116-112, and 115-113 in favor of Inoue.[2][4]
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Pre-fight reporting had the fight lined up for the Tokyo Dome, following Inoue’s successful defenses and Nakatani’s move up to super-bantamweight. ARAB NEWS and other outlets noted this as a highly anticipated domestic showdown between two undefeated-leaning fighters from Japan.[1]
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Post-fight analysis highlighted Inoue’s all-around mastery: he built an early lead, weathered late pressure from Nakatani, and closed strongly, including a notable flurry in rounds 9–12 that helped seal the decision. Reports from Boxing247 and CBS Sports summarize Inoue’s control in the early rounds and Nakatani’s late surge, with the final verdict reaffirming Inoue’s status as the undisputed champion.[3][4]
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Public reception: The fight drew significant attention in Japan and boxing media, reinforcing Inoue’s dominance at 118 pounds and his status as one of the sport’s superstars. Several outlets recapped the telecast and immediate post-fight reactions, indicating strong interest in potential rematches or future challengers in the division.[7][2]
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Additional context: The event was part of a broader Tokyo fight card that also featured Takuma Inoue defending his WBC bantamweight title in a separate bout on the same card, underscoring a festive night for Japanese boxing fans.[3]
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