The Japanese champion Takes a Step Closer to Historic Japanese Showdown Following Commanding Victory.

The undisputed super-bantamweight king cleared the path for a long-awaited domestic super-fight by successfully defending his championship belts with a unanimous decision over the Mexican challenger in Riyadh on Saturday.

A Masterful Display Over Twelve Rounds

Widely regarded as one of the planet's top P4P boxers, Inoue was in complete control from the opening bell. He neutralized the once-undefeated Picasso with a combination of devastating precision, blistering speed, and sustained aggression. The scorecards confirmed his superiority with wide scores of 120-108, 119-109, and 117-111.

“This performance wasn't good enough,” remarked the champion through a translator. “I am happy with the win, but I feel exhausted. I'll rest and be much better next time.”

Despite giving up significant height and reach to his foe, the champion quickly asserted himself with crisp counters and hurtful body attacks. He stunned Picasso midway through the bout and consistently broke through his defensive guard, forcing him into a largely defensive posture as the fight progressed.

Setting the Stage for a Domestic Blockbuster

The triumph arranges a possible historic encounter with compatriot the rising star. Nakatani scored his own win on the same card, earning a unanimous decision in his debut at the super-bantamweight division.

“I moved up to this division to win world titles,” said the undefeated contender. “If I get that chance, I want to take it.”

Inoue responded in kind without making a definite announcement. “We both performed well this evening,” he commented. “For next year, we will decide what happens. The fans can look forward to something special.”

The Potential of a Generation-Defining Battle

Should it be made, an Inoue–Nakatani bout—widely rumored for 3 May at the iconic Tokyo Dome—would feature two unbeaten, multi-weight champions in their peak years. This represents a rarity in today's sport and is considered by experts as a candidate to be the most significant fight in Japan's rich boxing history.