Moloney vs. Takei

Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery: Inoue wins by KO in the 6th round.

Jason Moloney vs. Yoshiki Takei: Takei wins by unanimous decision.

Seigo Yuri Akui vs. Taku Kuwahara: Akui wins by unanimous decision.

Takuma Inoue vs. Sho Ishida: Inoue wins by unanimous decision.

TJ Doheny vs. Bryl Bayogos: Doheny wins by TKO in the 4th round.

Australian boxer Jason Moloney is set to defend his WBO bantamweight title against the formidable Yoshiki Takei in Japan on May 6. This high-stakes bout will unfold under the bright lights of the Tokyo Dome, serving as a pivotal undercard match to the Naoya Inoue versus Luis Nery super bantamweight title fight.

The event promises to be a monumental occasion, with four world title bouts scheduled, including Takuma Inoue defending his WBA bantamweight title, setting the scene for potential unification matches in the future. Moloney, at 33 years old, embarks on his second title defense since capturing the championship, demonstrating his willingness to face challenging opponents across the globe.

Moloney’s resolve is clear as he steps into what he calls “enemy territory” to face Takei, an undefeated knockout artist with a remarkable kickboxing background, including K-1 super bantamweight titles and Grand Prix victories. This fight not only tests Moloney's championship mettle but also provides an opportunity to win over fans in Japan and worldwide.

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As the Tokyo Dome prepares to host this eagerly anticipated match, Moloney aims to showcase the "Mayhem Era" to the world, emphasizing his dedication to facing and overcoming the toughest challenges in the sport.

Fight card:

▪️Naoya Inoue vs. Luis Nery, 12 rounds, for the undisputed super bantamweight championship ▪️Jason Moloney vs. Yoshiki Takei, 12 rounds, for the WBO World bantamweight title ▪️Seigo Yuri Akui vs. Taku Kuwahara, 12 rounds, for the WBA World flyweight title ▪️Takuma Inoue vs. Sho Ishida, 12 rounds, for the WBA World bantamweight title ▪️TJ Doheny vs. Bryl Bayogos, 8 rounds, junior featherweight