Naoya Inoue Returns to Vegas vs. Ramon Cardenas

Japan's super bantamweight/junior featherweight undisputed champion Naoya Inoue (29-0, 26 KOs) returns to Sin City as he goes up against San Antonio's Ramon Cardenas (26-1, 14 KOs) on Sunday, May 4, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas in wrapping up a festive Cinco de Mayo boxing weekend.

“Naoya Inoue is among the most powerful and well-rounded fighters I’ve had the privilege of promoting, a singular boxing talent,” said Top Rank Chairman Bob Arum. “After many years selling out arenas and stadiums in his native Japan, ‘The Monster’ is ready to take over Las Vegas on Cinco de Mayo weekend. Ramon Cardenas is a worthy challenger who has earned this opportunity with several impressive victories.”

Last year Inoue defeated Luis Nery scoring a six round knockout followed by another KO over TJ Doheny in seven and is coming of a fourth round stoppage over late replacement Ye Joon Kim.

“I am thankful to the fans in America who have followed my career. Fighting at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas is another career highlight, and I look forward to putting on a great show for everyone in attendance. Cardenas is a tough opponent who I respect for accepting the fight without hesitation.” Inoue said.

Cardenas won a unanimous decision over the previously unbeaten Bryan Acosta in his last fight as he got off the canvas and worked his way to the decision win.

“This means the world to me. I’ve always aspired to fight for a world title, but to get a chance to fight for all the belts is a dream come true,” Cardenas said. “I always knew our paths would cross. I never had any doubts. When the fight was offered, I instantly accepted. I wouldn’t say it’s a lottery ticket, but you can't turn it down if you get a chance at the undisputed title. This is the opportunity of a lifetime.”