Takuma Inoue Retains Bantamweight Title And No. 3 Ranking

Takuma Inoue defended his bantamweight title and kept his No. 3 ranking in ESPN's latest divisional standings after beating Tenshin Nasukawa in their second meeting.

The younger Inoue brother turned back Nasukawa's challenge to maintain his position among the division's elite, per ESPN's updated rankings. The win preserves Inoue's standing in a loaded 118-pound weight class.

Inoue's Position in Bantamweight Hierarchy

Inoue now sits third in ESPN's bantamweight rankings behind the top two fighters in the division. The victory over Nasukawa marks another defense of his title reign and solidifies his place in the pecking order.

The rematch outcome keeps Inoue in contention for bigger fights at bantamweight as the division continues to feature multiple titleholders and top contenders.

Reported via:

• ESPN Boxing — Boxing divisional rankings: Takuma Inoue retains title and No. 3 spot at bantamweight