[Boxing] Inoue vs Tapales for Unified Super Bantamweight Title - December 26

[Distinctin]

Top Rank and Bob Arum should convince his handlers to at least go to US and explore their options there. Maybe there could be more money in the US market for them and they really need to break in the current market. Inoue is amongst the p4p right now, the US audience needs to see him fight live in their soil just like what Manny did during his prime. Asian fighter conquering US and making jump in weight classes.

That's the only criticism leveled at Inoue, despite him being a great boxer. I read an article stating that Floyd wants to see Inoue fight in the US. This country offers better opportunities for boxers like him, and he could also find better challengers in a larger market. I suppose he needs to accept that challenge to silence those who believe Inoue's victories are due to his fights being mainly in Japan.

I've also come across rumors about Inoue potentially fighting Tank Davis at a catch weight. I think that could be lucrative for both fighters. However, the question remains, do both of them see this as an opportunity?

[yazher]

That's the only criticism leveled at Inoue, despite him being a great boxer. I read an article stating that Floyd wants to see Inoue fight in the US. This country offers better opportunities for boxers like him, and he could also find better challengers in a larger market. I suppose he needs to accept that challenge to silence those who believe Inoue's victories are due to his fights being mainly in Japan.

I've also come across rumors about Inoue potentially fighting Tank Davis at a catch weight. I think that could be lucrative for both fighters. However, the question remains, do both of them see this as an opportunity?

Maybe if Inoue wins some big-time knockout like he did against his last opponent in the US will probably raise his status among boxers and eventually, he will be invited to fight in the Middle East as well which we know the amount of the payment is hard to resist at all. As for fighting Tank Davis, it could be the best challenge for both of them since they are now at their prime and to miss this legendary fight would be a total waste because we have never seen such two fighters be able to come across again in both eras. now is the time to fight after they are finished with one fight because that's just how they are right now, easily winning fights and getting those belts easily as well.

[Kemarit]

That's the only criticism leveled at Inoue, despite him being a great boxer. I read an article stating that Floyd wants to see Inoue fight in the US. This country offers better opportunities for boxers like him, and he could also find better challengers in a larger market. I suppose he needs to accept that challenge to silence those who believe Inoue's victories are due to his fights being mainly in Japan.

I've also come across rumors about Inoue potentially fighting Tank Davis at a catch weight. I think that could be lucrative for both fighters. However, the question remains, do both of them see this as an opportunity?

Maybe if Inoue wins some big-time knockout like he did against his last opponent in the US will probably raise his status among boxers and eventually, he will be invited to fight in the Middle East as well which we know the amount of the payment is hard to resist at all. As for fighting Tank Davis, it could be the best challenge for both of them since they are now at their prime and to miss this legendary fight would be a total waste because we have never seen such two fighters be able to come across again in both eras. now is the time to fight after they are finished with one fight because that's just how they are right now, easily winning fights and getting those belts easily as well.

He has done it before, so I don't think he needs to have a knockout like he did against Fulton, he beat Nonito by 2 round knockout. He beat Butler to get the last of the belt in the bantamweight division. The current bantamweight IBF champion Emmanuel Rodriguez, he beat him by knockout that he quit while on the canvass. So he doesn't need to have another knockout reel to get his name. It's just a matter of how Bob Arum will promote it, but so far it seems that his Japanese counterpart has control of Inoue's career in my opinion as Arum can't bring Inoue to fight in the US.

Yes, I do agree, Stephen Espinoza said in an interview that it's possible to have Inoue vs Davis fight as it is just 2 weight class (like Charlo moving up to challenge Canelo Alvarez). But we will see, just like Manny does before, maybe Inoue can go up in weight and fight the best.

[Fatunad]

That's the only criticism leveled at Inoue, despite him being a great boxer. I read an article stating that Floyd wants to see Inoue fight in the US. This country offers better opportunities for boxers like him, and he could also find better challengers in a larger market. I suppose he needs to accept that challenge to silence those who believe Inoue's victories are due to his fights being mainly in Japan.

I've also come across rumors about Inoue potentially fighting Tank Davis at a catch weight. I think that could be lucrative for both fighters. However, the question remains, do both of them see this as an opportunity?

Maybe if Inoue wins some big-time knockout like he did against his last opponent in the US will probably raise his status among boxers and eventually, he will be invited to fight in the Middle East as well which we know the amount of the payment is hard to resist at all. As for fighting Tank Davis, it could be the best challenge for both of them since they are now at their prime and to miss this legendary fight would be a total waste because we have never seen such two fighters be able to come across again in both eras. now is the time to fight after they are finished with one fight because that's just how they are right now, easily winning fights and getting those belts easily as well.

He has done it before, so I don't think he needs to have a knockout like he did against Fulton, he beat Nonito by 2 round knockout. He beat Butler to get the last of the belt in the bantamweight division. The current bantamweight IBF champion Emmanuel Rodriguez, he beat him by knockout that he quit while on the canvass. So he doesn't need to have another knockout reel to get his name. It's just a matter of how Bob Arum will promote it, but so far it seems that his Japanese counterpart has control of Inoue's career in my opinion as Arum can't bring Inoue to fight in the US.

Yes, I do agree, Stephen Espinoza said in an interview that it's possible to have Inoue vs Davis fight as it is just 2 weight class (like Charlo moving up to challenge Canelo Alvarez). But we will see, just like Manny does before, maybe Inoue can go up in weight and fight the best.

Whether Inoue's camp would really be taking it slowly or in a rush manner on dominating higher weight divisions and would be able to get those belts on different divisions which it is something that would really be looking
like on what other Boxing champions that dominated different divisions.I do agree about on having that limit or control on which its none of our business if they would really be taking that way. For sure they would really be still aiming on becoming the greatest and they do know on whats good for Inoue. They wont really be jumping in if they cant really be able to win or really just that rushed up. If Inoue would be planning on fighting
outside Japan then it would really be just that good to see and he would definitely be able to face up those boxers who are sitting into those higher divisions and would increase its popularity and ranking also.
For Tapales fight then he shouldnt really be that confident since this person is still a champion or belt holder.

[TimeTeller]

That's the only criticism leveled at Inoue, despite him being a great boxer. I read an article stating that Floyd wants to see Inoue fight in the US. This country offers better opportunities for boxers like him, and he could also find better challengers in a larger market. I suppose he needs to accept that challenge to silence those who believe Inoue's victories are due to his fights being mainly in Japan.

I've also come across rumors about Inoue potentially fighting Tank Davis at a catch weight. I think that could be lucrative for both fighters. However, the question remains, do both of them see this as an opportunity?

Maybe if Inoue wins some big-time knockout like he did against his last opponent in the US will probably raise his status among boxers and eventually, he will be invited to fight in the Middle East as well which we know the amount of the payment is hard to resist at all. As for fighting Tank Davis, it could be the best challenge for both of them since they are now at their prime and to miss this legendary fight would be a total waste because we have never seen such two fighters be able to come across again in both eras. now is the time to fight after they are finished with one fight because that's just how they are right now, easily winning fights and getting those belts easily as well.

In my opinion, fighting on the US soil for Inoue is not far from happening.
With his name getting popular among boxing fans, it is only a matter of time before we see him on that stage.
And his promoter will have a very big influence on how he will negotiate such event to happen.
Sometimes it is up to the promoter how his boxer will move forward with his boxing career.
So for me, this will happen very soon. But of course, he can still get a lucrative fight even not on US soil.

[Pamadar]

That's the only criticism leveled at Inoue, despite him being a great boxer. I read an article stating that Floyd wants to see Inoue fight in the US. This country offers better opportunities for boxers like him, and he could also find better challengers in a larger market. I suppose he needs to accept that challenge to silence those who believe Inoue's victories are due to his fights being mainly in Japan.

I've also come across rumors about Inoue potentially fighting Tank Davis at a catch weight. I think that could be lucrative for both fighters. However, the question remains, do both of them see this as an opportunity?

Maybe if Inoue wins some big-time knockout like he did against his last opponent in the US will probably raise his status among boxers and eventually, he will be invited to fight in the Middle East as well which we know the amount of the payment is hard to resist at all. As for fighting Tank Davis, it could be the best challenge for both of them since they are now at their prime and to miss this legendary fight would be a total waste because we have never seen such two fighters be able to come across again in both eras. now is the time to fight after they are finished with one fight because that's just how they are right now, easily winning fights and getting those belts easily as well.

Just a common writeups and we can't blame those people who continue to question Inoue's greatness, but yes if opportunity comes to him, why not take the chance of making more money.

In terms of taking Davis for me, it might be the great matchup for him if in case that negotiation will
happen, both at in their primes and both are a killer. Surely if hypes come out huge amount of income
will flow for both fighters' camps.

[mirakal]

I have full confidence in Inuoe that he will dismantle Tapales with his punches and that will make him win easily. He is a brave fighter. Tapales might be bigger but that is not what we consider,if you watch the victory of Inoue over Fulton yesterday,you will know that he will be the winner in November 20. Tapales sluggish moves isn't good enough to knock Inuoe out of his way to be the champion. I will bet on Inuoe because it is a sure win. The Filipino might still prove us wrong if he can withstand and win the fight.

I thought there's no date yet. But in any case, this will be a very good opportunity for the Filipino boxer to get a lucrative fight.
He can even get a deal that can be a very good for his retirement, even if we say, he has slim chance with Inoue.
But so far, Inoue is not yet in the list of the "elite" fighters as based on this article -

https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2365353-five-boxers-who-are-just-a-win-away-from-being-elite

The names of Mayweather, Pacquiao, Cotto, Alvarez are seemingly on the list.
Whereas, Lomancheko, Santa Cruz, Mikey Garcia, Wilder and Crawford were said to be a win away when the article was written in 2015.
So this year, 2023, I believe, Inoue will be on this list of elite boxers as he attained the 4-weight champion of the world.
If he will continue to win fight after fight, he will soon find his name along with boxing greats such as Pacquiao.

It's too early to consider Inoue as an elite boxer. While he may be a four-time world champion already, there are still questions about whether he can dominate outside his country. Most of his fights have taken place in Japan, so I believe he needs to come out and compete in front of bigger crowds and challenge the best in the next division he moves up to, assuming he wins this unification fight.

There's no doubt that Inoue will dominate in the super bantamweight division, but as he moves up in weight, there will be questions about whether he can still carry his speed and power and continue to prove himself.

I agree, I know that his strong and indeed a monster just like his alias but he's getting overrated these days because of the hype that has been around him and being a four-division world champion isn't new to us because that is already achieved by numerous boxers, we should know that Inoue is still on the process and we aren't even sure if he can still add another division to his resume because it is still too early for that.

And fighting outside his country might not be new to him but that will force him to adjust as he's not in his comfortable zone anymore, everything will be a hostile as it's not his country and the rules that he's used might change as well just like how he wraps his fist because in US soil, that is sure not permitted.

[Natalim]

Since there's no new update yet regarding the fight, let's discuss what Bob Arum said about his fighter Inoue, who he believes is probably better than Pacquiao.

What does he mean by that? Does he mean they have achieved more so far at the same age or division, or does he believe that Inoue would be able to surpass the success of Pacman? Many experts believe that there's a very slim chance that someone in the current generation would surpass what Pacman has achieved. So, if Inoue is special, he might be able to prove the experts wrong.

One advantage Inoue has over Pacman at the current age is that Inoue is still undefeated. However, if we compare the quality of opponents they have faced, I think Pacquiao has fought more challenging opponents than Inoue.

[Distinctin]

Since there's no new update yet regarding the fight, let's discuss what Bob Arum said about his fighter Inoue, who he believes is probably better than Pacquiao.

What does he mean by that? Does he mean they have achieved more so far at the same age or division, or does he believe that Inoue would be able to surpass the success of Pacman? Many experts believe that there's a very slim chance that someone in the current generation would surpass what Pacman has achieved. So, if Inoue is special, he might be able to prove the experts wrong.

Presumably, over their entire careers, Bob has managed both fighters, so he understands their potential for the future. Pacman has proven to be the best in the world of boxing. Inoue, although currently a superstar and would make history if he completes and wins this fight, still falls short of surpassing what Pacman has already achieved as a boxer. Inoue will face plenty of challenges in the future; he may dominate in his current division, but moving up presents another challenge for him. Gaining weight again could affect his quickness, as per science.

One advantage Inoue has over Pacman at the current age is that Inoue is still undefeated. However, if we compare the quality of opponents they have faced, I think Pacquiao has fought more challenging opponents than Inoue.

Being undefeated is not necessarily an advantage in my opinion. Nowadays, there are plenty of undefeated boxers, and some of them are relatively unknown. It's the quality of fights that truly matters, and I would like to see Inoue taking risks against well-known boxers as he continues to build his own legacy.

[Kemarit]

Since there's no new update yet regarding the fight, let's discuss what Bob Arum said about his fighter Inoue, who he believes is probably better than Pacquiao.

What does he mean by that? Does he mean they have achieved more so far at the same age or division, or does he believe that Inoue would be able to surpass the success of Pacman? Many experts believe that there's a very slim chance that someone in the current generation would surpass what Pacman has achieved. So, if Inoue is special, he might be able to prove the experts wrong.

One advantage Inoue has over Pacman at the current age is that Inoue is still undefeated. However, if we compare the quality of opponents they have faced, I think Pacquiao has fought more challenging opponents than Inoue.

Perhaps what he meant that in terms of skills and most likely the power, Inoue could be better than Pacquiao. The thing with Manny though is that he really push himself to be great, meaning he is just a one dimensional fighter, but when he was trained by Roach, he uses his right hand effectively.

But in terms of popularity, no doubt that Manny can fill in live gates whoever he faces, have records in the top 10 as far as PPV numbers is, number 1 to be exact when he fought Floyd and I doubt that anyone can break that numbers in the next 50 years.

[Pamadar]

Since there's no new update yet regarding the fight, let's discuss what Bob Arum said about his fighter Inoue, who he believes is probably better than Pacquiao.

What does he mean by that? Does he mean they have achieved more so far at the same age or division, or does he believe that Inoue would be able to surpass the success of Pacman? Many experts believe that there's a very slim chance that someone in the current generation would surpass what Pacman has achieved. So, if Inoue is special, he might be able to prove the experts wrong.

One advantage Inoue has over Pacman at the current age is that Inoue is still undefeated. However, if we compare the quality of opponents they have faced, I think Pacquiao has fought more challenging opponents than Inoue.

More on hyping his cash-cow to me, like what you observe in terms of quality Pacman fought those rising champ who really established their names in this sport.

Though we never know how far Inoue can keep his clean records and how far he can climb to
follow and break Pacman's records, he is still young and capable of challenging more champs if he and
his camp will take that direction.

[goinmerry]

What does he mean by that? Does he mean they have achieved more so far at the same age or division, or does he believe that Inoue would be able to surpass the success of Pacman? Many experts believe that there's a very slim chance that someone in the current generation would surpass what Pacman has achieved. So, if Inoue is special, he might be able to prove the experts wrong.

Definitely not the overall achievement but rather "maybe" how Arum sees Inoue's skills and power at the current division.

Naoya Inoue surpassing Manny Pacquiao shouldn't be a topic in the first place since they both build their own path in different generations. Managing both Pacquiao and Inoue for several years, Bob Arum can speculate what he thinks is going to happen in the future and he can compare the past to the present.

We should just respect his statement as he knows both more than us.

If we are somehow to argue with that statement, then just keep it to ourselves.

[LUCKMCFLY]

Since there's no new update yet regarding the fight, let's discuss what Bob Arum said about his fighter Inoue, who he believes is probably better than Pacquiao.

What does he mean by that? Does he mean they have achieved more so far at the same age or division, or does he believe that Inoue would be able to surpass the success of Pacman? Many experts believe that there's a very slim chance that someone in the current generation would surpass what Pacman has achieved. So, if Inoue is special, he might be able to prove the experts wrong.

One advantage Inoue has over Pacman at the current age is that Inoue is still undefeated. However, if we compare the quality of opponents they have faced, I think Pacquiao has fought more challenging opponents than Inoue.

Perhaps what he meant that in terms of skills and most likely the power, Inoue could be better than Pacquiao. The thing with Manny though is that he really push himself to be great, meaning he is just a one dimensional fighter, but when he was trained by Roach, he uses his right hand effectively.

But in terms of popularity, no doubt that Manny can fill in live gates whoever he faces, have records in the top 10 as far as PPV numbers is, number 1 to be exact when he fought Floyd and I doubt that anyone can break that numbers in the next 50 years.

Although these are very valid opinions, I would not dare to compare boxers from other times to these, firstly, due to different circumstances, I am not one of the people who can make a purchase from a legend like Pacquia to the boxers of today, now the boxers have other types of food, other types of treatment are other times, obviously at that time when Pacquiao was at that age he was a total monster, I can't compare abilities, that's what fights are for, to see who is the strongest, maybe if Inoue may turn out to be bigger than Pacquiao, but it's a glitch that I wouldn't dare to say, because it would be disrespectful, there are many factors that exist.

However, I like to praise good boxers, those who really care about the sport and not so much about making money, what I like about Pcquao and who is like Inoue is that they both don't say no to the challenges or revenge, I would not dare to buy an Inoue with a Mayewather because I see an Inoue much more professional than a Mayweather, and that for now with the two of them they can fight, in fact any of Pacquiao or they can fight with Inoue, the only thing is that their experience does not compare with the natural hildiad or talteno that the Japanese have, so it would be interesting to see them measure themselves, but not talking, but fighting.

There is also this:

Oleksandr Usyk Names The Best Fighter On The Planet

Whilst Inoue is poised to face Tapales, Crawford has announced his desire to face undisputed super-welterweight champion, Jermell Charlo.

However, Charlo’s upcoming bout with Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez at super-middleweight means he will be stripped of at least on of those belts, and may not even return to that division depending on the result.

Source: https://boxing-social.com/news/oleksandr-usyk-names-best-fighter/


After all, they are opinions, this is not something I can tell, it is an opinion, what matters are the fights themselves, everything becomes a mere speculation, which is also valid.

[Yaunfitda]

Since there's no new update yet regarding the fight, let's discuss what Bob Arum said about his fighter Inoue, who he believes is probably better than Pacquiao.

What does he mean by that? Does he mean they have achieved more so far at the same age or division, or does he believe that Inoue would be able to surpass the success of Pacman? Many experts believe that there's a very slim chance that someone in the current generation would surpass what Pacman has achieved. So, if Inoue is special, he might be able to prove the experts wrong.

One advantage Inoue has over Pacman at the current age is that Inoue is still undefeated. However, if we compare the quality of opponents they have faced, I think Pacquiao has fought more challenging opponents than Inoue.

More on hyping his cash-cow to me, like what you observe in terms of quality Pacman fought those rising champ who really established their names in this sport.

Though we never know how far Inoue can keep his clean records and how far he can climb to
follow and break Pacman's records, he is still young and capable of challenging more champs if he and
his camp will take that direction.

Yes, we all know that Arum is a boxing promoter, and so with that, he will make such bold statements that Inoue is better is subject for discussions and debate. And it's too early to say that Inoue will received greatness in his career.

And perhaps Arum wanted Inoue to fight not just in the Japan but in the US as well and fought Americans, Mexicans and other great nations in terms of boxing before we can tell if he will come closer to the achievement of Pacman and become a legend of his own generation.

[carlisle1]

What does he mean by that? Does he mean they have achieved more so far at the same age or division, or does he believe that Inoue would be able to surpass the success of Pacman? Many experts believe that there's a very slim chance that someone in the current generation would surpass what Pacman has achieved. So, if Inoue is special, he might be able to prove the experts wrong.

Definitely not the overall achievement but rather "maybe" how Arum sees Inoue's skills and power at the current division.

Naoya Inoue surpassing Manny Pacquiao shouldn't be a topic in the first place since they both build their own path in different generations. Managing both Pacquiao and Inoue for several years, Bob Arum can speculate what he thinks is going to happen in the future and he can compare the past to the present.

We should just respect his statement as he knows both more than us.

If we are somehow to argue with that statement, then just keep it to ourselves.

Great point, he handles both career and whatever he thinks that may happen. It's his view since he still handling Inoue and
still keeping the hypes after winning another belt in another division.

Whatever the fate of this young champ, the opinion of his handler relies on how he performs and how he manages to win a fight.

He got his own identity and comparing him with Pacquiao, more on opinion base replies.

[freedomgo]

Top Rank and Bob Arum should convince his handlers to at least go to US and explore their options there. Maybe there could be more money in the US market for them and they really need to break in the current market. Inoue is amongst the p4p right now, the US audience needs to see him fight live in their soil just like what Manny did during his prime. Asian fighter conquering US and making jump in weight classes.

That's the only criticism leveled at Inoue, despite him being a great boxer. I read an article stating that Floyd wants to see Inoue fight in the US. This country offers better opportunities for boxers like him, and he could also find better challengers in a larger market. I suppose he needs to accept that challenge to silence those who believe Inoue's victories are due to his fights being mainly in Japan.

Why does Floyd's statement matters? He said himself that he's just an ordinary fans now, just like us, because his time with the industry was already over and he certainly don't have any say whether the boxer chose to fight in his own country or not. But I get what's he trying to say because since Inoue's name grew bigger, he doesn't fight anymore outside Japan because they say that they can also get that much profit in their own country.

I've also come across rumors about Inoue potentially fighting Tank Davis at a catch weight. I think that could be lucrative for both fighters. However, the question remains, do both of them see this as an opportunity?

I hear that one too but both camps aren't saying something towards each other to make the flame grew bigger. Maybe that will happen soon if Inoue will climb another ladder again because right now, they are divisions apart each other.

[Baofeng]

Top Rank and Bob Arum should convince his handlers to at least go to US and explore their options there. Maybe there could be more money in the US market for them and they really need to break in the current market. Inoue is amongst the p4p right now, the US audience needs to see him fight live in their soil just like what Manny did during his prime. Asian fighter conquering US and making jump in weight classes.

That's the only criticism leveled at Inoue, despite him being a great boxer. I read an article stating that Floyd wants to see Inoue fight in the US. This country offers better opportunities for boxers like him, and he could also find better challengers in a larger market. I suppose he needs to accept that challenge to silence those who believe Inoue's victories are due to his fights being mainly in Japan.

Why does Floyd's statement matters? He said himself that he's just an ordinary fans now, just like us, because his time with the industry was already over and he certainly don't have any say whether the boxer chose to fight in his own country or not. But I get what's he trying to say because since Inoue's name grew bigger, he doesn't fight anymore outside Japan because they say that they can also get that much profit in their own country.

I've also come across rumors about Inoue potentially fighting Tank Davis at a catch weight. I think that could be lucrative for both fighters. However, the question remains, do both of them see this as an opportunity?

I hear that one too but both camps aren't saying something towards each other to make the flame grew bigger. Maybe that will happen soon if Inoue will climb another ladder again because right now, they are divisions apart each other.

Maybe Floyd is just giving his advise to Inoue? Everyone of us wanted to see him fight in the US for sure as it is the mecca of boxing.

As for the rumours of Davis and Inoue, yeah, it was Stephen Espinoza, President of Showtime (SHO) who throws that idea to the public that it could be great if we will see this 2 pound pound fighter face off in the ring.

But for now it's a fantasy fight, even at a catchweight, I don't see it happening. Maybe if we see Inoue going as high as 130 lbs in the next couple of years then yeah maybe we can entertain it. But so far, Davis can go as high as 140-147 lbs.

[blockman]

And perhaps Arum wanted Inoue to fight not just in the Japan but in the US as well and fought Americans, Mexicans and other great nations in terms of boxing before we can tell if he will come closer to the achievement of Pacman and become a legend of his own generation.

He's still far from that tough but Arum could shape him up close to him or if he'll be able to surpass Pacquiao, we'll see that as there's still a long path for his career.

Maybe Floyd is just giving his advise to Inoue? Everyone of us wanted to see him fight in the US for sure as it is the mecca of boxing.

Money is just talking about money and that's for Inoue. I agree that if Inoue wants more bucks and share for this fight, that's all he need to agree with and that's to fight in Vegas or anywhere in the US where the demand for the tickets will be sold out together with the PPV. I don't see anything wrong with that because with such events in boxing, it's true that it's the center of boxing and too many athletes want to take the spotlight by going there and having a match. As for Inoue, he's the main event and that's normal for him at his level now to be at the center of attraction if he's going to jump to another weigh class.

[TravelMug]

And perhaps Arum wanted Inoue to fight not just in the Japan but in the US as well and fought Americans, Mexicans and other great nations in terms of boxing before we can tell if he will come closer to the achievement of Pacman and become a legend of his own generation.

He's still far from that tough but Arum could shape him up close to him or if he'll be able to surpass Pacquiao, we'll see that as there's still a long path for his career.

Maybe Floyd is just giving his advise to Inoue? Everyone of us wanted to see him fight in the US for sure as it is the mecca of boxing.

Money is just talking about money and that's for Inoue. I agree that if Inoue wants more bucks and share for this fight, that's all he need to agree with and that's to fight in Vegas or anywhere in the US where the demand for the tickets will be sold out together with the PPV. I don't see anything wrong with that because with such events in boxing, it's true that it's the center of boxing and too many athletes want to take the spotlight by going there and having a match. As for Inoue, he's the main event and that's normal for him at his level now to be at the center of attraction if he's going to jump to another weigh class.

Yes, maybe Arum has the perfect plan for Inoue, he is known to do that, he has one use case in Manny wherein he turn him into a house hold name and one of the biggest boxers in history and now considered a legend.

As for Floyd, that's just his opinion though, as he is no longer in boxing, maybe just another opinion that does or doesn't matter, depending on who is going to hear that. But let's see if Inoue will realized that he needs Tapales more than any other fighter at 122 lbs for unification fight.

[Sanitough]

And perhaps Arum wanted Inoue to fight not just in the Japan but in the US as well and fought Americans, Mexicans and other great nations in terms of boxing before we can tell if he will come closer to the achievement of Pacman and become a legend of his own generation.

He's still far from that tough but Arum could shape him up close to him or if he'll be able to surpass Pacquiao, we'll see that as there's still a long path for his career.

Maybe Floyd is just giving his advise to Inoue? Everyone of us wanted to see him fight in the US for sure as it is the mecca of boxing.

Money is just talking about money and that's for Inoue. I agree that if Inoue wants more bucks and share for this fight, that's all he need to agree with and that's to fight in Vegas or anywhere in the US where the demand for the tickets will be sold out together with the PPV. I don't see anything wrong with that because with such events in boxing, it's true that it's the center of boxing and too many athletes want to take the spotlight by going there and having a match. As for Inoue, he's the main event and that's normal for him at his level now to be at the center of attraction if he's going to jump to another weigh class.

Yes, maybe Arum has the perfect plan for Inoue, he is known to do that, he has one use case in Manny wherein he turn him into a house hold name and one of the biggest boxers in history and now considered a legend.

As for Floyd, that's just his opinion though, as he is no longer in boxing, maybe just another opinion that does or doesn't matter, depending on who is going to hear that. But let's see if Inoue will realized that he needs Tapales more than any other fighter at 122 lbs for unification fight.

Floyd is advising Inoue to fight in the US, where Floyd himself was hesitant to fight outside the country to ensure that the referees and judges were in his favor. If Inoue chooses to fight in Japan, then they would be no different from Floyd, as both of them would be avoiding risks.

The only distinction between the two is that Floyd is known for being a dull fighter, while Inoue is an engaging one. I wouldn't be surprised if Inoue retires undefeated, and people will always value him for being an entertaining fighter. It's safe to say they get their money's worth every time they watch his fights.