Written by Joe Koizumi
Photo: Naoki Fukuda
A big press conference for the upcoming Quadruple World Title promotion featuring the undisputed world super bantamweight title bout between “Monster” Naoya Inoue and “Pantera” Luis Nery took place in Yokohama, Japan on Saturday. It was conducted.
The headliner was Top Rank CEO Bob Arum, who said, “Historically, this is the most important boxing event for Japanese fans.'' Global superstar Naoya Inoue will face off against his Mexican challenger at the Tokyo Dome. A fight with Luis Neri for everything for the belt. This is a very international attraction and is highly anticipated by all boxing fans around the world.”
Inoue, the undisputed world 122-pound champion, said: I'm going to do everything I can to beat Lewis Nelly.”
Challenger Luis Neri said, “I have prepared perfectly for this big event. I have already exceeded my limits. I will also show my strength and defeat Inoue.''
WBO bantam champion Jason Moloney said with confidence: You will achieve a stunning victory. ”
Challenger Yoshiki Takei replied, “I'm in very good condition, so I want to show my best and win the world belt.''
WBA Bantam Champion Takuma Inoue said, “He is in perfect condition. He will show his true potential and defend his belt brilliantly.''
Challenger WBA #1 Sho Ishida said, “I have made perfect preparations for the title fight. I will get this belt in front of me and bring it home.''
WBA flyweight champion Seigo Yuri Akui said, “This is our rematch. I was able to knock him out last time. However, I think Kuwabara has a strong desire to avenge his defeat last time. This was the best training of my life.”
Challenger Futoshi Kuwabara said, “I have finished in top condition, so I will definitely take the world belt.''
This huge event, which will attract approximately 50,000 people, will be promoted by Ohashi Promotions in cooperation with Top Rank Promotions and Teiken Promotions.
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