Takuma Inoue will defend his WBA World Bantamweight title against Sho Ishida at Tokyo Dome, Tokyo. They are set to compete under the Japan Boxing Commission as part of the undercard event featuring Naoya Inoue versus Luis Nery in the main bout.
Takuma Inoue turned pro in 2013 and proudly sports a record of 19 wins, with five by knockout, against a single loss. He recently secured a knockout victory against Jerwin Ancajas in February 2024. Prior victories include a unanimous decision over Liborio Solis and a TKO against Jake Bornea. Sho Ishida also shares an impressive ring tenure since 2009 with 34 wins, including 17 knockouts, and only three losses. His recent accomplishments include TKO wins over James Pagaling and decisive matches against Victor Santillan and Ronnie Baldonado.
Takuma Inoue vs Sho Ishida Betting Odds
- Favorite: Naoya Inoue : 1.1 (-1200)
- Underdog: Sho Ishida : 6.2 (+520)
| Method of victory | Naoya Inoue | Sho Ishida |
| By KO/TKO or disqualification | None | 18.0 (+1700) |
| By decision or technical decision | None | None |
Naoya Inoue, the overwhelming favorite at 1.1 (-1200), appears set for a sure victory against Sho Ishida, who trails with odds of 6.2 (+520). A win by knockout, TKO, or disqualification for Inoue is highly anticipated but no specific odds are available. Meanwhile, Ishida's chances to secure a knockout victory stand at a distant 18.0 (+1700), suggesting it's a long shot.
What time is Takuma Inoue vs Sho Ishida fight
Live coverage for the Takuma Inoue vs Sho Ishida main card will start at 04:00 AM EST on ESPN+, Sky Sports. Refer to the table below to find your local time.
| Region | Date | Main Card Start Time | Takuma Inoue vs Sho Ishida Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (EST) | Monday, May 6, 2024 | 04:00 AM | 05:50 AM |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Monday, May 6, 2024 | 01:00 AM | 02:50 AM |
| UK and Ireland (GMT) | Monday, May 6, 2024 | 08:00 AM | 09:50 AM |
| Australia (AEDT) | Monday, May 6, 2024 | 07:00 PM | 08:50 PM |
How and where to watch the Takuma Inoue vs Sho Ishida Fight
You can watch Takuma Inoue vs Sho Ishida via ESPN+, Sky Sports.
| Region | Live-streaming |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK and Ireland | Sky Sports |
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