With teasing a move up to 126lbs, he may favour an immediate world title shot over his potential mega fight with Jesse Rodriguez. The Japanese star is looking to return in February or March of next year, having not fought…
Naoya Inoue may prioritize an immediate world title shot at featherweight over a proposed mega fight with Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez. Unbeaten WBC featherweight champion Bruce Carrington has expressed strong interest in defending his 126-pound title against Inoue, offering the Japanese star an opportunity to become a five-division world champion when he returns in early 2027.
Inoue last fought in May, retaining his undisputed super-bantamweight crown against Junto Nakatani. While a showdown with Rodriguez had been projected for 2027, talks have stalled as Rodriguez eyes potential unification bouts at bantamweight, prompting Inoue to consider moving up in weight sooner.
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