Naoya Inoue, often called the “monster,” is a renowned Japanese boxer celebrated for his extraordinary boxing prowess. He has clinched numerous world titles across four weight divisions and is the second male boxer to achieve undisputed champion status in two weight classes during the four-belt era.

Naoya Inoue The Monster
2012 Naoya Inoue began his professional boxing career after signing with Ohashi Boxing Gym. His gym owner bestowed upon him the nickname “kaibutsu,” which translates to “the monster,” during his debut match. Inoue gained a reputation as a boxing prodigy during his active years in the sport. Renowned as “The Monster,” he is celebrated for his remarkable punching power, boasting an impressive knockout-to-win ratio of 88.46% overall and 90.4% in world title contests.

Inoue is renowned for his remarkable punching power, boasting a flawless record of 26 wins in 26 total fights, with 23 victories coming by way of knockout. Following Terence Crawford’s footsteps, he became the undisputed champion in two weight classes during the four-belt era.

But now the Monster is going to face Canelo Alvarez.