Naoya ‘Monster’ Inoue and Ye Joon Kim stepped onto the scales today, making their weights official for their upcoming bout. Inoue, a formidable champion with an undefeated record of 28-0, weighed in at 121.8 pounds, while his challenger, Kim, tipped the scales at 121.7 pounds. This match, set to unfold on January 24th at the
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The realm of boxing is often filled with debates that can split fan bases right down the middle, and a recent statement from legendary promoter Bob Arum has sparked such a dialogue yet again. In a conversation with Sky Sports, Arum, who has promoted the illustrious Manny Pacquiao throughout his career and now collaborates with
On January 24, fight enthusiasts will have their eyes glued to the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan, as they witness a highly anticipated boxing showdown. Naoya Inoue, regarded as one of the finest pound-for-pound fighters in the world, will defend his titles against Ye Joon-Kim, a late-replacement challenger. Though Joon-Kim jumped into this bout as
The boxing world thrives on its unpredictability, and the recent cancellation of the Naoya Inoue vs. Sam Goodman matchup is a stark reminder of this reality. The unfortunate circumstances surrounding Goodman, who suffered a painful re-injury to his damaged eye, have led to the fight’s postponement originally scheduled for December 24. This setback is more
In the world of professional boxing, injuries can lead to significant setbacks that derail fighters’ careers and devastate fans’ expectations. This phenomenon is exemplified by Sam Goodman, an undefeated rising star with a record of 19 wins (8 by knockout) and no losses, who has recently encountered a troubling reoccurrence of an eye injury. Initially
The world of boxing is always rife with anticipation, and few names evoke as much excitement as unified super-bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue. In a recent discussion with Sky Sports, Bob Arum revealed an intriguing roadmap for Inoue’s fights in 2025, setting the stage for a monumental year in the sport. Drawing from Arum’s insights, we
In the world of professional boxing, the conversation surrounding who deserves to be ranked as the best is as contentious as it is passionate. The pound-for-pound (P4P) rankings aim to provide a framework for evaluating fighters’ skills and achievements across different weight classes. In this exploration, we will analyze the current top ten pound-for-pound boxers,
In the world of boxing, fighters and fans often share a unique bond—excitement for the upcoming bouts can quickly turn into disappointment with unforeseen mishaps. The recent announcement regarding Sam Goodman’s withdrawal from his highly anticipated December 24th clash with Naoya Inoue serves as a poignant reminder of this fickle nature of the sport. Goodman
In what was anticipated to be a captivating showdown, Sam Goodman faced an unexpected hurdle just ahead of his title challenge against the super bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue, scheduled for December 24 in Tokyo, Japan. The injury—a deep cut above Goodman’s eye—was sustained during his final sparring session, leading to the inevitable postponement of the
As the holiday season approaches, boxing enthusiasts are in for a treat with two highly anticipated matchups taking place back-to-back in Tokyo, Japan. The unified super-bantamweight champion, Naoya Inoue, is set to defend his titles against IBF mandatory challenger Sam Goodman on December 24th. Just a week later, on December 31st, fans can look forward
In just a short span of time, Turki Alalshikh, a name once unfamiliar to boxing enthusiasts, has emerged as a formidable force in the sports industry, particularly within the realm of professional boxing. His rapid ascension coincides with a significant wave of investment and ambition coming from Saudi Arabia, aiming to reshape its sports landscape.
As the boxing world gears up for the festive season, one matchup stands out amidst the celebrations—Naoya Inoue, known colloquially as “The Monster,” is set to defend his impressive array of titles at 122 pounds against the unbeaten Sam Goodman. This highly anticipated clash will take place on December 24th under the chilling tagline “The
Nick Ball is steadily making waves in the boxing world. As one of the most electrifying fighters in the sport today, he is quickly gaining recognition, even if his tenure in the limelight has been relatively short. Tonight, Ball enters the ring in Liverpool for what he calls his ‘Homecoming’ fight against the experienced Ronny
In the competitive world of boxing, title reigns often come with a myriad of challenges and surprises. Murodjon Akhmadaliev, a former WBA super-bantamweight champion and the current WBA mandatory contender, is at the forefront of one such situation. Akhmadaliev’s focus is squarely on the reigning pound-for-pound king, Naoya Inoue, a Japanese powerhouse who holds all
As the boxing world eagerly anticipates the December 24th match in Tokyo, Japan, the spotlight will be cast on Naoya Inoue, the reigning undisputed super bantamweight champion. Set to defend his titles against the undefeated Sam Goodman, a matchup made official by reports, fans are left pondering the significance of this bout. While Inoue boasts