🔗 Share this article The Japanese champion Moves a Step Nearer to Historic Tokyo Showdown After Dominant Victory. The undisputed super-bantamweight king cleared the path for a highly-anticipated all-Japanese mega-bout by retaining his undisputed titles with a unanimous decision over Alan Picasso in Riyadh on fight night. A Controlled Performance from Start to Finish Universally considered as one of the planet's top P4P fighters, Inoue was in complete control from the first round. He stifled the once-undefeated challenger with a blend of pinpoint accuracy, blistering speed, and sustained aggression. The official judges confirmed his superiority with wide scores of 120-108, 119-109, and 117-111. “I could have done better,” stated Inoue post-fight. “I'm glad I won, but I'm really tired. After some rest, I will return stronger.” Despite giving up significant physical advantages to his opponent, the champion imposed his will with sharp counterpunching and thudding combinations to the body. He wobbled Picasso midway through the bout and consistently broke through his defensive guard, forcing him into a largely defensive posture as the contest progressed. Setting the Stage for a National Spectacle The triumph sets up a potential historic encounter with compatriot the rising star. He scored his own win on the same card, earning a points victory in his debut at the 122-pound limit. “My goal in this weight class is to become champion,” declared Nakatani. “Should the opportunity arise, I will seize it.” The champion echoed the interest while stopping short of a firm commitment. “We both performed well this evening,” he noted. “Plans for next year will be made in due course. But Japanese fans should expect something very good.” The Potential of a Generation-Defining Battle If finalized, an Inoue–Nakatani bout—widely rumored for 3 May at the iconic venue—would feature two unbeaten, multi-division titleholders in their peak years. This constitutes a unique event in today's sport and is viewed by many as a candidate to be the biggest fight in the nation's storied boxing history.