井上尚弥

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ムロジョン・アフマダリエフ

Nonito Donaire was the last person to go the distance with Inoue, and he had a broken orbital bone. Inoue is the undisputed super bantamweight champion of the world. One of Inoue's calling cards is the ability to close ground in an instant with pure speed to step in with a heavy jab. Inoue has been hurt early in fights. Inoue's strength is his calling card, with notable muscle mass even at 125 pounds. Inoue said the only thing intimidating about Akhmadaliev is his physicality and power. Inoue is keeping his right hand high to avoid walking into a counter left hand. Inoue is first in most exchanges but also last in most exchanges. Inoue lands a sweeping left hook against Akhmadaliev. Inoue is putting a masterclass in using the long-range right hand to the body against a southpaw. Inoue is an exceptional counterpuncher. Inoue is described as not having to negotiate between speed, power, and accuracy.

Swelling is developing underneath the right eye of Akhmadaliev and on both cheeks. Akhmadaliev trained in the same gym with the same coaches as Ramon Cardenas, who dropped Inoue in May. The Diaz brothers are in Akhmadaliev's corner. Joel Diaz is working with Akhmadaliev in his corner. Akhmadaliev has spent the last 2 years telling people that Naoya Inoue has been ducking him. Akhmadaliev has Olympic and amateur pedigree. Akhmadaliev has 11 knockouts in his 14 wins. When asked by Tom Gray of Ring Magazine what his best weapon would be in this fight, Akhmadaliev said his body is his weapon. Akhmadaliev fought for the opportunity for the better part of 3 years. Akhmadaliev has a physical strength advantage over Inoue. Akhmadaliev tends to start conservatively and get into a rhythm as the rounds pass. Akhmadaliev had his best round of the fight in round five.

Judge Rey Sade Martinez scored the fight 117 to 111. Judges Juan Carlos Pelayo and Mike Fitzgerald both scored the fight 118 to 110. The bout is scheduled for 12 rounds. The bout is taking place at the IG Arena with a jam-packed crowd. This is an undisputed super bantamweight title clash between Inoue and Akhmadaliev. The fight went to a unanimous decision after 12 rounds.