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Featherweight world champion ready to welcome Naoya Inoue

On October 17 at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Brandon Figueroa defends his WBA featherweight title against Tomoki Kameda. While not overlooking his upcoming opponent, the American recently spoke at a virtual press conference and made it clear he’s willing…

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 11:00 AM
Featherweight world champion ready to welcome Naoya Inoue
Key Things to Know
  • Brandon Figueroa stated he is willing to welcome Naoya Inoue to the 126-pound featherweight division.
  • Figueroa defends his WBA featherweight title against Tomoki Kameda on October 17 in Las Vegas.
  • Moving up to 126 pounds would require Inoue to vacate his undisputed 122-pound titles.
The Story in 60 Seconds

WBA featherweight world champion Brandon Figueroa stated during a virtual press conference that he is willing to fight Naoya Inoue at 126 pounds. Figueroa is currently scheduled to defend his title against Tomoki Kameda on October 17 at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.

Inoue has previously hinted at potentially moving up to the featherweight division. A move up to 126 pounds would require Inoue to vacate his undisputed IBF, WBA, WBC, and WBO junior featherweight titles.

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