Naoya Inoue beats Junto Nakatani by UD on 2 May 2026
Naoya Inoue beat Junto Nakatani by unanimous decision in their bantamweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">super-bantamweight showdown at Naoya Inoue vs. Junto Nakatani, extending his unbeaten record to thirty-three wins. The all-Japanese clash went the full distance, with Inoue doing enough across the championship rounds to earn the nod from all three judges. Both men entered with spotless records, but only one would leave with the victory.
How it ended
After the final bell, the scorecards reflected Inoue's control throughout the bout. All three judges sided with the defending man, delivering a unanimous verdict that settled the contest without controversy. The decision marked the culmination of a full engagement, as neither fighter could force an early conclusion before the final round expired.
Updated records
- Naoya Inoue — 33-0
- Junto Nakatani — 32-1
What's next
Inoue now stands at thirty-three wins without defeat, further cementing his position at bantamweight/" class="internal-link text-bone underline decoration-ash/30 hover:decoration-gold underline-offset-2">super-bantamweight. Nakatani drops to thirty-two wins and one loss, his first professional setback after an unblemished run. Where each campaign heads from here will depend on promotional alignments and division movement in the coming months.
Frequently asked questions
Who won Naoya Inoue vs Junto Nakatani?
Naoya Inoue defeated Junto Nakatani by UD at Naoya Inoue vs. Junto Nakatani.
How did Naoya Inoue vs Junto Nakatani end?
The fight ended by UD.
What's Naoya Inoue's record now?
Naoya Inoue now stands at 33-0.
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