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Inoue Defends Title Against Cardenas on May 4

5/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Naoya Inoue steps into the ring on May 4, 2025, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas to defend his undisputed super bantamweight title against the determined Ramon Cardenas. With an impressive record of 29-0, Inoue aims for his fourth title defense, while Cardenas, at 26-1, fights for his first championship glory. Tune in at 10 PM ET on ESPN+.

History

Historical Context

On May 4, 2025, Naoya Inoue defends his super bantamweight title, aiming for his fourth defense. Historically, the super bantamweight division revived in the 1970s, with Inoue becoming its first undisputed champion in December 2023, echoing the legacy of boxing greats like Wilfredo Gómez and Manny Pacquiao.

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Story summary

Naoya Inoue steps into the ring on May 4, 2025, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas to defend his undisputed super bantamweight title against the determined Ramon Cardenas. With an impressive record of 29-0, Inoue aims for his fourth title defense, while Cardenas, at 26-1, fights for his first championship glory. Tune in at 10 PM ET on ESPN+.

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