When Is Naoya Inoue’s Next Fight?

Naoya Inoue is Japan’s biggest boxing superstar today, especially after he defeated Luis Nery to defend the undisputed super bantamweight champion with a seventh-round TKO in September. The victory has improved Inoue’s undefeated record to 28 wins, including 25 TKO/KOs, making him an instant favorite in online sports betting through the boxing odds.

Following this another spectacular performance, when will he return inside the ring, and who will he face next? Find out below.

When Is Naoya Inoue’s Next Fight?

Inoue’s next opponent is Ye Joon Kim on Jan. 24, which will take place inside the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The Japanese boxing superstar defends his undisputed super featherweight title for the third time.

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— Top Rank Boxing (@trboxing) January 20, 2025

Naoya Inoue Boxing Record and Titles

• Boxing record: 28-0
• Wins by TKO/KO: 25
• Wins by decision: 3
• Number of world titles won: 8
• World titles won: WBC Light Flyweight title, WBO Super Flyweight title, WBA Bantamweight title, IBF Bantamweight title, WBC Bantamweight title, WBO Bantamweight title, IBF Super Bantamweight title, WBA Super Bantamweight title, WBC Super Bantamweight title, and WBO Super Bantamweight title.
• Number of title defenses: 16

Naoya Inoue Notable Wins

Inoue has racked up an impressive record with victories over other boxing stars like Adrian Hernandez, Omar Andres Narvaez, Antonio Nieves, Jamie McDonnell, Juan Carlos Payano, Emmanuel Rodriguez, Nonito Donaire (twice), Michael Dasmarinas, Paul Butler, Stephen Fulton, Marlon Tapales, Luis Nery, and Doheny.

Naoya Inoue Boxing Earnings

Inoue’s estimated total boxing earnings are over $3 million, with his fight with Jason Moloney in October 2020 being the biggest single-bout pay at $1.5 million.

Naoya Inoue Trainer, Coach and Cornermen

Inoue is being trained by his father, Shingo Inoue (head trainer), Akira Yaegashi, and Daisuke Okabe (assistant coaches). Other members of the “Monster’s” corner during fights include his brother Takuma Inoue and cousin Koko Inoue.