December 27, 2025 — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Boxing’s pound-for-pound king, Naoya “The Monster” Inoue, delivered another masterclass early this morning, defeating Alan Picasso by clear unanimous decision to retain his undisputed super-bantamweight championship.
From the opening bell, Inoue imposed his will with elite footwork, razor-sharp timing, and relentless pressure. He mixed fast combinations upstairs with punishing body shots, keeping Picasso on the defensive and in survival mode for much of the fight. While Picasso showed toughness and heart, he struggled to find sustained success against Inoue’s speed and precision.
Inoue’s control never wavered. He dictated range, won exchanges with clean counters, and consistently beat Picasso to the punch. Though the bout went the full 12 rounds—denying fans another trademark knockout—the scorecards told the story of a dominant performance in favor of the Japanese champion.
With the victory, Inoue remains undefeated and firmly in command of the division, continuing his reign as holder of all major super-bantamweight titles. The win also reinforces his reputation as one of the most complete fighters of his generation, capable of dismantling opponents with power, intelligence, and composure.
Attention now turns to what’s next. A potential mega-fight looms on the horizon, with talk of a high-stakes showdown against another elite contender that could define the next chapter of Inoue’s legacy. For now, though, the message is clear: at super-bantamweight, Naoya Inoue remains untouchable.
