After posting an impressive 75-6 record as an amateur, Inoue made his professional debut in 2012. The 29-year-old Japanese boxer is currently the World Boxing Association and World Boxing Federation bantamweight champion, belts for three years.

The 'Monster' is known for his punching power and body attack, with a knockout percentage of 86%. In May 2022, he was listed as the second-best active pound-for-pound boxer globally.

He comes into this fight with a perfect record in 22 matches, winning 19 on the fast track and just three by decision. In December of last year, his last appearance was when he outpointed Thailand's Aran Dipaen in Tokyo in eight rounds. Of his most recent eight bouts, he has won seven by knockout, the only victory by decision coming three years ago against Donaire.

The famous Filipino Flash made his debut in 2001 at the age of 18, and after losing his second fight, he went on an impressive 30 fight unbeaten streak. During that time, he captured several titles, including the World Boxing Organization bantamweight belt. In 2013, he fell again when Cuban Guillermo Rigondeaux in New York overtook him.

Since 2018, Donaire has won six of nine fights, defeating Ryan Burnett and Stephen Young in the World Boxing Super Series Tournament. After losing to Inoue in 2019, he won the World Boxing Council bantamweight title against Moroccan Nordine Oubaali in May 2021. In December last year, His last fight knocked out Filipino Reymart Gaballo.

Nonito, 39, has 48 fights in his career, winning 42 and losing six. Of those wins, 28 have been by knockout and 14 by decision. His last three wins have been fast-tracked, and he hasn't lost before 12 rounds since 2014 when Nicholas Walters beat him in six games. Between Naoya Inoue and Nonito Donaire  Boxing 2022.

There is great expectation for this fight since the first one was considered the best in 2019. Inoue suffered a cut above his eye and a fracture. However, he managed to recover and drop Donaire in the eleventh round with a body shot to win the victory on points.

Fighting in his country and remaining undefeated has Inoue as a favourite in the bookmakers. For every $570 invested, you will have a profit of $100, but if Donaire gets the surprise, you will receive $420 for every $100 played.

Another great fight between these two fighters is expected, but the passage of time could affect Donaire more, who in the first duel showed that he could put the Japanese in trouble. Inoue's power will prevail again, winning at home before 12 rounds. Bet: Naoya Inoue 1.18.