Battle for Glory: Naoya Inoue vs. Marlon Tapales

December 26, 2023

Maria Ozawa scores an exclusive interview with Marlon Tapales before the Naoya Inoue vs. Marlon Tapales press conference.

Tokyo, December 26, 2023 – The press conference, which took place ahead of WBC/WBO world champion Naoya “Monster” Inoue’s clash with WBA/IBF king Marlon “Nightmare” Tapales, was already buzzing with excitement. The Ariake Arena in Tokyo was abuzz as boxing enthusiasts eagerly awaited insights from the fighters before their undisputed junior featherweight showdown.

Maria Ozawa, well-known for her career in the entertainment industry and M88 Mansion celebrity partner, secured an exclusive interview with Marlon Tapales before the press conference.

Ozawa’s exclusive interview with Marlon Tapales provided a unique perspective into the mindset of the Filipino boxer as he prepares for the most significant part of his career. The Nightmare expressed his eagerness to create a lasting legacy in the boxing world and make his mark on the vibrant Philippine boxing scene.

Tapales, known for his tenacity and skill inside the ring, conveyed his respect for Inoue’s achievements but made it clear that he was ready to face the monster and prove himself as a formidable force in the junior featherweight division.

While Inoue aims to make history by becoming the second fighter to achieve four-belt undisputed status in a second division, Tapales, the southpaw from the Philippines, is determined to carve out his legacy in Philippine boxing.

As the countdown to the Inoue vs. Tapales showdown continues, fans can anticipate a thrilling clash between two world-class fighters vying for undisputed glory. Boxing fans are already predicting who will win in the Inoue vs. Tapales match.

The boxing world awaits the outcome of this historic about on Tuesday, December 26, at the Ariake Arena, where Inoue and Tapales will step into the ring to determine the undisputed junior featherweight champion.