Inoue prepares for historic clash with Nakatani

Undisputed super bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue stated on Friday that he must be at his destructive best for his showdown against Junto Nakatani on May 2 at the Tokyo Dome. Both fighters are unbeaten, and the long-anticipated bout is expected to generate huge interest in Japan and beyond.

Naoya Inoue spoke on Friday about his "historic" showdown with countryman Junto Nakatani, saying he will need to be at his destructive best for the fight at the Tokyo Dome on May 2. Inoue, the undisputed super bantamweight world champion, is returning to the venue where he previously fought in front of 55,000 fans two years ago.

Both fighters remain unbeaten, and the long-anticipated bout is set to create significant interest in Japan and internationally. Inoue described Nakatani as a dangerous opponent, underscoring the challenge ahead. This matchup highlights the depth of talent in Japanese boxing.

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