The Inoue vs. Nery boxing match was an intense and thrilling encounter, taking place on May 6, 2024, at the Tokyo Dome in Japan. The fight saw Naoya Inoue, the reigning undisputed super bantamweight champion, defend his title against Luis Nery.
The match started with a shocking turn when Nery managed to drop Inoue in the first round with a left hook, marking the first knockdown of Inoue’s career. This early setback stunned the crowd and Inoue himself, as Nery went after him aggressively. However, Inoue survived the round, showcasing his resilience and determination.
“How did you like that big surprise in the first round?” the 31-year-old asked the crowd in Japanese after the fight. “… That gave me motivation and I was so focused until the end of the fight.”
From the second round onwards, Inoue demonstrated why he is known as “The Monster”, dominating the fight with his superior skills and power. Despite Nery’s valiant efforts, Inoue managed to work behind his jab, patiently waiting for the right moment to strike.
In the sixth round, Inoue delivered a devastating right hand that led to a knockout victory, stopping Nery to retain all four of his belts.
Inoue’s ability to recover from the early knockdown, while landing 49% of power punches, led to a decisive win. highlighting his status as the #1 pound-for-pound boxer in the world.
Whats next for Inoue? Many fans are speculating a catch weight 130-lb fight with Gervonta “Tank” Davis would be the fight of this generation.
By Vincent Quezada
Photos courtesy of Top Rank
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