The former three-division champion says his first professional defeat strengthened his belief that he can still become a super bantamweight world champion Junto Nakatani believes losing to Naoya Inoue answered … read more
Hernandez believes Nakatani discovered too late that he could trade with Inoue during their Tokyo Dome fight Rudy Hernandez believes Junto Nakatani’s biggest mistake against Naoya Inoue was respecting the … read more
Rodriguez called Inoue’s Tokyo Dome performance one of the best wins of the undisputed champion’s career Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez believes Naoya Inoue delivered one of the strongest performances of his … read more
Early body work and late control carry Inoue to unanimous decision in Tokyo Naoya Inoue defeated Junto Nakatani by unanimous decision (116-112, 116-112, 115-113) over twelve rounds at the Tokyo … read more
Inoue controls early rounds, responds late to secure decision in Tokyo main event Naoya Inoue defeated Junto Nakatani by unanimous decision (116-112, 116-112, 115-113) over twelve rounds in Tokyo. He … read more
Former champion backs southpaw approach and counters, calling undisputed title fight “50-50” in Tokyo Jorge Linares has picked Junto Nakatani to beat Naoya Inoue ahead of their undisputed title fight … read more
A much-anticipated weekend is upon us with two major boxing events spanning from Japan to the United States. In the wee hours of Saturday morning in the US time zone, … read more
Former opponent points to power and experience ahead of Tokyo Dome showdown Nonito Donaire is backing Naoya Inoue to end matters inside the distance against Junto Nakatani this weekend live … read more
Fighter who dropped Inoue points to distance and discipline as keys in 122lb showdown Ramon Cardenas says Junto Nakatani has the tools to trouble Naoya Inoue if he keeps the … read more
Challenger downplays “Monster” label ahead of showdown at Tokyo Dome Junto Nakatani says he does not view Naoya Inoue as anything more than “a human being” ahead of their fight … read more