Fans are buzzing with excitement as the upcoming boxing match between Naoya Inoue and Kim Ye-jung is set to take place on January 24, 2025. Dubbed the 'NTT Docomo Presents Lemino Boxing World Title Match,' this event promises high stakes as the reigning champion, Naoya 'Monster' Inoue, defends his titles against the Korean challenger, Kim Ye-jung.
The event will be held at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. The main event is scheduled to begin at approximately 15:20 JST, but spectators can join the excitement earlier as the doors open at 14:00 JST. This matchup will be broadcast exclusively on Lemino, allowing fans to catch all the action live for free, as there will be no other broadcast channels covering the fight.
Naoya, known for his extraordinary performance history, steps onto the ring with an unblemished record of 28 wins, with 25 of those victories coming by way of knockout. Kim Ye-jung, standing 32 years old and holding the 11th rank under the WBO, enters the fight with 25 wins, 21 of which are knockouts, alongside two defeats and two draws.
The originally scheduled opponent, Sam Goodman, had to withdraw from the match due to injury, leading to Kim stepping up to take his place. 'Having taken Asia, I want to reach for the world,' asserted Naoya, reflecting his aspirations as he prepares for this pivotal match.
Lemino aims to capture the attention of boxing fans by offering this significant event free of charge, providing viewers with full access to the streaming platform. The unique position of Lemino as the exclusive broadcast partner for this event makes it stand out, especially since there will be no coverage on terrestrial broadcast, cable, or other streaming services like Amazon and DAZN.
The match schedule indicates the first fight will commence at 14:45 JST, leading to the main event later in the evening. Experts believe the fight could start around 19:30 JST, depending on the pacing of the undercard fights.
To encourage viewers to engage with other features of the platform, Lemino offers its 'Lemino Premium' service, which, through registration, grants access to over 180,000 films, anime, dramas, and more. There’s also a 31-day free trial for new subscribers, making it easier for fans to enjoy boxing along with all the platform's offerings without immediate financial commitment.
For those interested in following this world title match, here’s what to look forward to on fight night at the Ariake Arena. Not only will Naoya defend his titles, but the event promises five total matches, with anticipation building around each fighter's capability and past performances.
With the date drawing near, expectations are climbing for what could be another crowning achievement for Naoya 'The Monster' as he looks to defend his title against rising competitor Kim Ye-jung. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if Naoya will continue his path of invincibility or if Kim has the chops to pull off an upset.