Inoue to Defend Titles Against Picasso in Saudi Arabia PPV Bout
DAZN will broadcast the highly anticipated super bantamweight title fight between Naoya Inoue and Alan David Picasso on December 27th, offering a new subscription tier for access to this and future events.
Undisputed champion Naoya Inoue is set to continue his reign, stepping back into the ring to defend his titles against Mexico’s Alan David Picasso. This follows Inoue’s unanimous decision victory over Murodjon Akhmadaliev in September, further solidifying his position as a dominant force in the sport.
The clash between the undefeated Inoue (31-0-0) and Picasso (32-0-1) will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of “The Ring V: Night of the Samurai.” The event is scheduled to begin at 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT on Saturday, December 27th, with the main event ringwalk anticipated around 7:55 a.m. ET/4:55 a.m. PT.
Viewing Options and Pricing
Fans can access the Inoue vs. Picasso pay-per-view event through DAZN. The event is priced at $39.99 for existing DAZN subscribers.
For those not currently subscribed, DAZN has introduced a new “Ultimate Tier” plan priced at $44.99 per month. This plan provides access to this PPV event, as well as 11 additional PPV events throughout the year, all for a single monthly fee. The “Ultimate Tier” also unlocks access to over 100 live fights annually, alongside fight replays, highlights, and documentaries.
Odds Favor Inoue
According to oddsmakers, Inoue enters the fight as a significant favorite. He currently holds a -3500 moneyline, while Picasso is positioned as the underdog with a +1300 line. For a comprehensive look at the odds and available wagers, visit BetMGM.com.
Full Fight Card
“The Ring V: Night of the Samurai” boasts a compelling undercard, including:
- Super Bantamweight: Junto Nakatani vs. Sebastan Hernandez
- Super Flyweight: Willibaldo Garcia vs. Kenshiro Teraji — IBF Title Fight
- Lightweight: Taiga Imanaga vs. Armando Martinez
- Super Featherweight: Reito Tsutsumi vs. Leobardo Quintana
- Super Featherweight: Hayato Tsutsumi vs. James Dickens — WBA Title Fight
DAZN’s Expanding Sports Portfolio
DAZN has established itself as a premier destination for global sports enthusiasts. Beyond boxing, the platform offers coverage of FIFA, BKFC, National League, UEFA Women’s Championship League, ERC and WRC racing, Riyadh Season boxing, NFL Game Pass International, and a wide range of other American and international sports leagues. More information about DAZN’s programming can be found on their website.
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