The Japanese champion Takes a Step Closer to Landmark Tokyo Clash Following Dominant Victory.

The undisputed super-bantamweight king cleared the path for a long-awaited all-Japanese mega-bout by retaining his undisputed titles with a clear points victory over the Mexican challenger in Saudi Arabia on Saturday.

A Controlled Display from Start to Finish

Widely regarded as one of the world's top pound-for-pound boxers, Inoue was in total command from the opening bell. He neutralized the previously unbeaten challenger with a blend of pinpoint accuracy, blistering speed, and relentless pressure. The scorecards confirmed his dominance with lopsided scores of 117-111, 119-109, and 120-108.

“I could have done better,” remarked Inoue post-fight. “I am happy with the win, but I feel exhausted. I'll rest and be much better next time.”

Despite giving up considerable height and reach to his opponent, the champion imposed his will with sharp counterpunching and thudding body attacks. He wobbled Picasso in the middle rounds and consistently broke through his defensive guard, forcing him into a largely defensive posture as the contest wore on.

Laying the Groundwork for a National Spectacle

The triumph sets up a potential historic encounter with fellow countryman Junto Nakatani. Nakatani scored his own win on the undercard, earning a points victory in his first fight at the 122-pound limit.

“My goal in this weight class is to become champion,” said the undefeated contender. “If I get that chance, I want to take it.”

The champion responded in kind while stopping short of a firm commitment. “Both of us had very good wins tonight,” he noted. “Plans for next year will be made in due course. The fans can look forward to something special.”

The Potential of a Generation-Defining Fight

If finalized, an Inoue–Nakatani fight—widely rumored for 3 May at the legendary Tokyo Dome—would pit two undefeated, multi-weight champions in their peak years. This represents a rarity in modern boxing and is considered by experts as a candidate to be the most significant fight in Japan's rich boxing history.