Naoya Inoue Takes a Step Closer to Landmark Tokyo Clash Following Dominant Win.

Naoya Inoue paved the way for a long-awaited all-Japanese mega-bout by retaining his championship belts with a clear points victory over the Mexican challenger in Saudi Arabia on Saturday.

A Controlled Display Over Twelve Rounds

Widely regarded as one of the planet's elite P4P boxers, "The Monster" was in total command from the first round. He stifled the previously unbeaten Picasso with a blend of devastating precision, lightning hand speed, and relentless pressure. The official judges confirmed his superiority with lopsided scores of 117-111, 119-109, and 120-108.

“I could have done better,” remarked the champion post-fight. “I'm glad I won, but I'm really tired. After some rest, I will return stronger.”

Even while conceding significant physical advantages to his opponent, the champion quickly asserted himself with crisp counters and hurtful body attacks. He wobbled Picasso in the middle rounds and repeatedly pierced his defensive guard, compelling him into a largely defensive posture as the fight progressed.

Laying the Groundwork for a Domestic Blockbuster

The win arranges a possible historic encounter with fellow countryman Junto Nakatani. He scored his own win on the undercard, securing a unanimous decision in his debut at the super-bantamweight division.

“I moved up to this division to win world titles,” declared the undefeated contender. “Should the opportunity arise, I will seize it.”

The champion echoed the interest without making a definite announcement. “Both of us had very good wins tonight,” he noted. “For next year, we will decide what happens. The fans can look forward to something special.”

The Potential of a Historic Fight

If finalized, an clash between the two champions bout—widely rumored for early May at the iconic Tokyo Dome—would feature two undefeated, multi-weight titleholders in their physical primes. This represents a rarity in today's sport and is viewed by many as a contender for the most significant fight in the nation's storied boxing history.