After retaining all four super‑bantamweight titles in a May 2 Tokyo Dome victory, Inoue confirmed his interest in a 2027 fight with Rodriguez. The bout, part of Riyadh Season and aimed at breaking Japan’s attendance record, would have Rodriguez move up to 118 pounds for the challenge. michezonews.co.za
Inoue vs. Rodriguez Targeted for 2027 Mega Fight
Naoya Inoue, fresh from a May 2 win over Junto Nakatani, is lining up a January 2027 bout against undefeated Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez, to be held in a stadium in Japan during Riyadh Season.
