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Kanamu Sakama dies

Kanamu Sakama: Second boxer dies from tragic Naoya Inoue bill

Undefeated Japanese prospect Kanamu Sakama has tragically died at just 20 years old, World Boxing News is sad to confirm. The youngster, who was 9-0 and touted as a future world champion at light flyweight,… Kanamu Sakama: Second boxer dies from tragic Naoya Inoue bill
Naoya Inoue vs Nery

Naoya Inoue follows Mike Tyson’s footsteps with historic Tokyo fight

WBN Fighter of the Year Naoya Inoue will return to action on May 6 in a historic fight following in the footsteps of heavyweight great Mike Tyson. Japan’s pound-for-pound hero and the current WBN Fighter… Naoya Inoue follows Mike Tyson’s footsteps with historic Tokyo fight
Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia

Ryan Garcia up for ‘biggest PPV’ Gervonta Davis flat out rejected

World title contender Ryan Garcia is on board with a massive Pay Per View fight that Gervonta Davis ruled himself out of one hundred percent. “Kingry” is open to facing Pound for Pound superstar and… Ryan Garcia up for ‘biggest PPV’ Gervonta Davis flat out rejected
Naoya Inoue World Boxing News Fighter of the Year Award Trophy

Naoya Inoue receives WBN Fighter of the Year 2023 trophy

After a superb twelve months, Pound for Pound King Naoya Inoue received his WBN Fighter of the Year 2023 Award in Toyko, Japan. During December 2022 and the same month of 2023, Inoue became a… Naoya Inoue receives WBN Fighter of the Year 2023 trophy
Naoya Inoue press conference

How on Earth? Naoya Inoue’s amateur record is hard to believe

Naoya Inoue is the number one boxer on the planet. However, his amateur record suggested little of the invincibility to come. “The Monster” ended a two-year career wearing the head guard and vest, beginning his… How on Earth? Naoya Inoue’s amateur record is hard to believe
Naoya Inoue Fighter of the Year Award 2023

WBN Awards 2023: Naoya Inoue wins WBN Fighter of the Year

World Boxing News can confirm that Naoya Inoue is this year’s recipient of the WBN Fighter of the Year Award. The Japanese superstar, the current pound-for-pound number one, takes the 2023 trophy following an exceptional… WBN Awards 2023: Naoya Inoue wins WBN Fighter of the Year
Naoya Inoue two time undisputed

Naoya Inoue retakes Pound for Pound spot from Terence Crawford

Naoya Inoue became the undisputed super bantamweight champion to retake the Pound for Pound crown over the festive period. Already holding the WBC and WBO versions, “The Monster” knocked out Filipino IBF and WBA champion… Naoya Inoue retakes Pound for Pound spot from Terence Crawford
Naoya Inoue vs Tapales

Legacy-chasing, active Naoya Inoue halts 2023 Award production

World Boxing News thought the 2023 Fighter of the Year race was over. However, legacy-chasing champion Naoya Inoue had other ideas. No sooner had Terence Crawford’s name been sent to production for the 2023 WBN… Legacy-chasing, active Naoya Inoue halts 2023 Award production
Bob Arum Gervonta Davis and Floyd Mayweather

Bob Arum blasts ‘stupid’ Floyd Mayweather idea on Gervonta Davis

Bob Arum has responded to a Floyd Mayweather pitch on Gervonta Davis facing Naoya Inoue at a catchweight between super bantamweight and lightweight. Mayweather aired his views on the fight he wanted to see most… Bob Arum blasts ‘stupid’ Floyd Mayweather idea on Gervonta Davis
Stephen Fulton and Naoya Inoue

Naoya Inoue ready to stop Spence or Crawford becoming P4P #1

Naoya Inoue is ready to take two more world titles and become the Pound for Pound King of Boxing when he challenges for the super bantamweight crown. The three-division world champion, known as “Monster,” will… Naoya Inoue ready to stop Spence or Crawford becoming P4P #1
Naoya Inoue undisputed pound for pound

Naoya Inoue’s latest historic record-breaking attempt has to wait

Top Rank confirmed that Pound for Pound star Naoya Inoue’s latest attempt at claiming unified world titles is on hold due to an injury. Releasing a statement on the current status of a clash with… Naoya Inoue’s latest historic record-breaking attempt has to wait
Stephen Fulton vs Naoya Inoue May 7

Naoya Inoue secures another step on legacy world title journey

Japanese superstar Naoya Inoue has secured another step on a journey destined to cement his place in the boxing history books. “Monster” conquered the bantamweight division. He’s now increasing weight to capture one of the… Naoya Inoue secures another step on legacy world title journey
Ryota Murata Stake

Boxing News: Murata retires / Inoue Japan’s FOTY / Lara crowned

World Boxing News rounds up the latest featuring Ryota Murata, Naoya Inoue, and new WBA world champion Mauricio Lara. Former World Boxing Association (WBA) middleweight champion Ryota Murata of Japan has announced that he intends… Boxing News: Murata retires / Inoue Japan’s FOTY / Lara crowned
Naoya Inoue undisputed pound for pound

Boxing News: Naoya Inoue drops undisputed / WBC 130 belt set

Naoya Inoue is moving in weight and relinquishing his undisputed status as the ultimate ruler in the bantamweight division. The Japanese fighter has notified the World Boxing Council that he will vacate its title to… Boxing News: Naoya Inoue drops undisputed / WBC 130 belt set
Naoya Inoue undisputed pound for pound

Top Rank say undisputed Inoue is Pound for Pound, but Usyk stays

Naoya Inoue was so close to claiming the Pound for Pound top spot when taking out Paul Butler to become the undisputed bantamweight champion. In unifying all the belts at 118, Inoue cemented his place… Top Rank say undisputed Inoue is Pound for Pound, but Usyk stays
Naoya Inoue super bantamweight Boxing News

Boxing News: Inoue, Morrell, Baumgardner vs Choi, Wood warned

World Boxing News provides a round-up of the latest news and headlines from October regarding the World Boxing Association. Boxing News – Naoya Inoue Naoya Inoue is the king of 118 pounds and one of… Boxing News: Inoue, Morrell, Baumgardner vs Choi, Wood warned
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