Inoue vs Nakatani LIVE: Start time, undercard, fight updates and results today

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Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani will square off in a generational super-fight today, as the Japanese stars clash at the Tokyo Dome.

Inoue will put the undisputed super-bantamweight titles on the line against Nakatani, who – like his compatriot – carries an unbeaten record into this long-awaited bout.

Another similarity between Inoue, 33, and Nakatani, 28, is their dominance in multiple divisions; Inoue previously reigned as undisputed bantamweight champion and held gold at two lower weights, while Nakatani has held belts in three divisions, including a unified-title run at bantamweight.

Last time out, however, southpaw Nakatani (32-0, 24 KOs) struggled on his super-bantamweight debut, while – at the same event – Inoue (32-0, 27 KOs) eased to victory. What do those performances mean for today’s showdown?

Find out below with live updates and results.

Inoue vs Nakatani odds today

Inoue is a heavy favourite with all the major UK betting sites, with Nakatani a best price of 7/2 to emerge victorious.

Inoue – 1/4

Nakatani – 7/2

Draw – 16/1

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Alex Pattle2 May 2026 10:17

How to watch Inoue vs Nakatani today

The action will stream live exclusively on DAZN, with plans starting at £15.99 per month. The fight card has not been announced as a DAZN pay-per-view event, meaning it is available to any DAZN subscriber.

Nakatani survived considerable damage to edge past Sebastian Hernandez Reyes in December (Getty)
Alex Pattle2 May 2026 10:10

What time does Inoue vs Nakatani start today?

Inoue vs Nakatani takes place at the Tokyo Dome in Tokyo, Japan.

TV coverage is due to begin at 10.40am BST (2.40am PT / 4.40am CT / 5.40am ET), with main-event ring walks expected at 1pm BST (5am PT / 7am CT / 8am ET).

Naoya Inoue during his win over David Picasso
Naoya Inoue during his win over David Picasso (Getty)
Alex Pattle2 May 2026 10:08

Inoue vs Nakatani LIVE: Welcome

Another similarity between Inoue, 33, and Nakatani, 28, is their dominance in multiple divisions; Inoue previously reigned as undisputed bantamweight champion and held gold at two lower weights, while Nakatani has held belts in three divisions, including a unified-title run at bantamweight.

Last time out, however, southpaw Nakatani (32-0, 24 KOs) struggled on his super-bantamweight debut, while – at the same event – Inoue (32-0, 27 KOs) eased to victory. What do those performances mean for today’s showdown?

Find out right here with our live updates and results.

Alex Pattle2 May 2026 10:03