Naoya Inoue is set to fight Ramon Cardenas on May 4 with the WBC, WBO, and IBF super bantamweight titles on the line.
The fight marks Inoue's first time fighting in the United States since 2021.
What are the odds for the fight?
Naoya Inoue is favored to win with a moneyline of -5000, while Ramon Cardenas has a moneyline of +1500.
The odds for a knockout are -1000 for Inoue and +2500 for Cardenas.
Who is Ramon Cardenas?
Ramon Cardenas has a record of 26-1-0 with 14 knockout wins and has never been finished.
He is a technician with good fundamentals, but may struggle against Inoue's power.
Naoya Inoue has a record of 29-0-0 with 26 knockouts and is considered one of the most dominant fighters in boxing.
What can we expect from the fight?
Inoue is expected to use his power to try and finish the fight early, while Cardenas will try to establish his range and stay away from Inoue's power.
The fight will take place on May 4 at 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT and will be broadcast on ESPN/ESPN+.
The event will be held at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.
Naoya Inoue's last fight was in 2021, and he is looking to make a statement in his return to the United States.
The WBC, WBO, and IBF super bantamweight titles are on the line, making this a high-stakes fight for both competitors.
Ramon Cardenas is on a 14-fight win streak, but has never faced an opponent like Naoya Inoue.
Inoue's power and skill make him a formidable opponent, and Cardenas will need to be at the top of his game to have a chance.
The fight is expected to be an exciting matchup between two skilled boxers, with Inoue's power and Cardenas's technique making for a compelling contest.