The long-awaited all-Japanese super fight between two of boxing's most fearsome undefeated champions is officially in motion. World Boxing Council (WBC) President Mauricio Sulaiman has confirmed that steps have begun to make the dream match between Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani a reality.
Historic Showdown Set for Tokyo Dome
The monumental clash between these two legitimate knockout artists is now formally planned. The bout is scheduled to take place in May 2026 at the iconic Tokyo Dome in Japan. This venue is poised to host one of the biggest fights in Japanese boxing history, pitting two perfect records against each other in a battle for national supremacy.
December Tune-Ups in Saudi Arabia First
Before the historic meeting, both warriors will first defend their positions in separate bouts on a major promotion. They are set to face different Mexican opponents on December 27, 2025, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This double-header serves as a crucial prelude to their eventual collision.
Naoya "The Monster" Inoue, who holds a pristine record of 31-0 with 27 knockouts, will defend his unified championship throne. He puts his WBC, WBA, WBO, and IBF super bantamweight world titles on the line against challenger David Picasso.
Meanwhile, Junto Nakatani, also boasting a perfect 31-0 record with 24 KOs, is moving up in weight. After dominating the bantamweight division, he will make his super bantamweight debut on the same card. His opponent for this new challenge will be Sebastian Hernandez Reyes.
The Road to a Legacy-Defining Fight
The confirmation from WBC President Sulaiman ends months of speculation and fan demand. The path is now clear: two dominant champions will navigate dangerous interim fights before locking horns in what promises to be a technical and explosive masterpiece. The boxing world will watch closely this December, knowing that every punch thrown in Riyadh brings the dream Tokyo Dome showdown one step closer.
