Japanese boxer Naoya Inoue demonstrated his absolute dominance in the ring, defending his undisputed super bantamweight titles with a unanimous victory over Murodjon Akhmadaliev.
The judges awarded scores of 118-110 and 117-111 in favor of Inoue, solidifying his triumph in the fight held in Japan.
After this victory, 32-year-old Inoue confirmed that he will return to the ring in December in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He is expected to face undefeated Mexican boxer David Picasso on December 27.
In the fifth defense of his WBC, WBA, WBO, IBF and Ring titles, Inoue (31-0, 27 KOs) offered another impeccable performance, outclassing Akhmadaliev (14-2, 11 KOs) in Nagoya.
Inoue, known as “The Monster”, imposed his style from the start, controlling the fight with his powerful and fast jab, limiting Akhmadaliev’s attacks.
Although Akhmadaliev achieved some moments of success, Inoue responded forcefully, prevailing in most exchanges.
Inoue’s agility was key, moving around his opponent and connecting precise jabs. He attacked both the head and the body, wearing down Akhmadaliev with his technique.
Akhmadaliev tried to connect his powerful right hand, but Inoue, on most occasions, managed to dodge the blows.Naoya Inoue retained his WBC, WBA, WBO, IBF and Ring titles, maintaining his undefeated record.In the eighth round, Akhmadaliev’s frustration was evident, while Inoue continued with his strategy, combining speed and precision to connect effective punches and quickly move away.
The swelling on Akhmadaliev’s face became visible in the final rounds, while Inoue seemed untouched, even inviting his opponent to attack.
Although Akhmadaliev connected a punch in the last round, it was insufficient to change the outcome, and Inoue maintained his undefeated record.
Christian Medina Conquers the Bantamweight World Title
In the preliminary event, Christian Medina was crowned WBO bantamweight world champion by knocking out Yoshiki Takei.
Medina (26-4, 19 KOs) started strong, sending Takei (11-1, 9 KOs) to the canvas in the first round with a powerful right hand. The Mexican boxer dominated the fight from that moment on.
The fight was stopped in the fourth round after Medina cornered Takei and connected a series of uppercuts, forcing the referee to intervene and end the fight.
