steeve_steelSun Dec 28, 2025, 2:46 PM UTC
I have no doubt that Nakatani will be knocked out by Inoue.
Stuntman_MikeSun Dec 28, 2025, 8:42 AM UTC
I’ve never watched anime in my life, but I’m confident I know more about boxing than you do, and I bet I have more fight experience too. Even my siblings might have more fights than you and everyone you know.
This fight was close, but it wasn’t the robbery that some casual fans claim. Nakatani did land the cleaner shots, while Hernandez was more active, though most of his jabs were blocked or ineffective. Hernandez’s approach caused Nakatani trouble, but it’s unreasonable to label it a robbery.
After the fight, Hernandez respectfully applauded when the decision was announced, clearly accepting his defeat as he recognized the match was competitive. Neither he nor his team protested, which is typical when controversies arise.
If you favor Mexican fighters or pressure fighters, just say it and acknowledge that “it could have gone either way,” but keep your analysis fair. Avoid calling it a robbery like many new fans do when they disagree with a decision, especially when they aren’t familiar with the judging criteria.
Show me a clip of the fight if you disagree.
JamesboxingSun Dec 28, 2025, 1:29 AM UTC
Scoring the fight 118-110 is simply ridiculous. Giving Hernandez only two rounds is absurd. A score of 7-5 in either direction or a draw is entirely reasonable, but it’s impossible to justify 10 rounds for Junto, as he didn’t win that many. Hernandez put forth an incredible effort against someone many expected to easily defeat him, proving he can compete at a high level. He deserves another significant fight at 122lbs or a rematch if the Inoue-Nakatani match doesn’t go through.
SouthpaRightSat Dec 27, 2025, 11:53 PM UTC
Absolutely right.
Rudy Hernández, Junto’s trainer, was furious in the corner. Junto aimed to maintain distance at the beginning of each round but struggled, mostly fighting closely. It was a battle.
At 25, Hernández combines styles similar to Leo Santa Cruz and Pitbull Cruz. I believe Junto will adapt to the Super Bantamweight division by the end of next year, but at Featherweight, he’ll face strong opponents who can capitalize on his reach and withstand power effectively. His long frame does not automatically qualify him for success there.
I’m eager to see Nakatani face Cardenas or Nery eventually. The upcoming Nakatani vs. Inoue fight might not be the blockbuster it’s hyped up to be. Junto excels as a range fighter but has developed a taste for inside fighting, influenced by his upbringing among Mexicans. While Japanese fighters can be just as aggressive as Mexicans, they often lack the same level of durability.
SmashSat Dec 27, 2025, 11:51 PM UTC
Scoring it 118-110 is a poor reflection of the fight.
I sympathize with Mexican fighters; whenever the fight goes to the judges, the odds seem against them. While this match was close, decisions rarely favor the Mexican fighter, irrespective of the location – be it Japan, England, or the US.
Considering the score of 118-110, it raises serious questions about the judging.
Did you forget about the Warrington vs. Luis Alberto Lopez bout in Leeds in 2022? Lopez secured a narrow victory in a closely fought match that many believed was a robbery against Warrington, the home fighter. Had that fight occurred in Mexico or the US, it’s hard to believe the results would have been the same.
