Turki Alalshikh is prepared to facilitate a highly anticipated bout between WBA lightweight champion Gervonta Davis and undisputed super-bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue, provided certain conditions are met. The primary challenge is the significant weight difference between Davis and Inoue, with a catchweight agreement likely necessary if Inoue is unwilling to move up to the 135lb lightweight limit from his current 122 lbs.

Despite the buzz surrounding a potential clash between the two knockout artists, Davis must first focus on his upcoming fight against Frank Martin on June 15 in Las Vegas. A victory is essential before any serious discussions about future matchups can commence.

Speaking to the MMA Hour, Alalshikh expressed confidence in his ability to manage a fight between Davis and Inoue through the Riyadh Season’s platform:

“Gervonta Davis, if he gets smart, versus Naoya Inoue. These are dream fights I like. If they [Inoue and Tank] reach the right weight and give us the right proposal, we can deliver it,” Alalshikh told Ariel Helwani.

However, Alalshikh has one stipulation before engaging in negotiations: Inoue must be willing to fight outside of Japan:

“But there are important things – Inoue is a great fighter; don’t keep him fighting only inside Japan; let the world see it. Make him [Inoue] come to us, make him do fights in Saudi Arabia, in America, in London, we are ready to talk about it. He’s a great fighter, it would be a shame if he quits after some years and 99 percent of his fights are in Japan.”

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Inoue has proven his financial viability in the sport, recently headlining a sold-out event at the Tokyo Dome against Luis Nery. Historically, lower-weight divisions have not been as financially lucrative, but Inoue’s rising status and marketability have allowed him to draw high-profile fighters like Stephen Fulton, Luis Nery, Marlon Tapales, and Nonito Donaire to Japan. Alalshikh believes expanding Inoue’s global presence will enhance his legacy and bring his talents to a wider audience, making the Davis vs. Inoue fight a truly international spectacle.

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