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Naoya Inoue vs. Ramon Cardenas headlines Sunday night, May 5, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and live on ESPN — marking Inoue’s first U.S. fight in four years. The main card goes live at 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT on ESPN, ESPN Deportes & ESPN+, with the ESPN+ undercard kicking off at 6:15 PM ET / 3:15 PM PT. Tickets available at AXS.com.
Where To Watch
Stream: Live on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, ESPN+
Global Access: ESPN app, ESPN+ app, smart TV, browser
Subscription: Required — visit ESPN.com/boxing
Start Times
Main Card Starts:
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10:00 PM ET
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7:00 PM PT
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3:00 AM BST (Monday)
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4:00 AM CEST (Monday)
Undercard (ESPN+):
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6:15 PM ET
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3:15 PM PT
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11:15 PM BST
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12:15 AM CEST
Main Event – Inoue vs. Cardenas (Undisputed Junior Featherweight World Title, 12 rounds)
Naoya Inoue
“The last two times I was here, it was during the pandemic. But this time I’m fighting at T-Mobile — that’s the biggest difference.”
“I’m very motivated to fight in front of an American crowd, but during Cinco de Mayo Weekend, it feels like I’m playing an away game.”
“The ideal is to win with a knockout and show the American fans something they haven’t seen yet.”
“Cardenas is a well-rounded fighter. It’s a good platform to show my boxing skills.”
Ramon Cardenas
“I remember watching De La Hoya-Mayweather 24/7 and wanting to be here — now I’m here.”
“Fighting for the undisputed title is more than I could ever ask for. It makes me hungrier.”
“I know it’s going to be a tough fight, but I’m ready. This is my moment.”
“I’ve lost an uncle and a trainer on this road. I’m two days away from finishing the mission.”
Co-Feature – Espinoza vs. Vazquez (WBO Featherweight World Title, 12 rounds)
Rafael Espinoza
“I’ve shown in every fight that I want to improve. This was one of my best camps.”
“I still haven’t shown everything I’m capable of, but this is my chance.”
“I always wanted to fight on these dates, and now I’m doing it. That’s why I gave 1,000%.”
Edward Vazquez
“It’s going to take total all-out violence to win. That’s why I’m here.”
“I was always the smaller guy, but I fought bigger guys across the country. I’ll get in the ring with anybody.”
“We sparred with guys at 147 and 154 — I’m ready for whatever comes.”
Full Fight Card
Undercard (ESPN+, from 6:15 PM ET / 3:15 PM PT):
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Rohan Polanco 146.2 lbs vs. Fabian Maidana 146 lbs — WBO Intercontinental welterweight title, 10 rounds
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Emiliano Fernando Vargas 138.7 lbs vs. Juan Leon 139.9 lbs — Vacant Jr. NABF junior welterweight title, 8 rounds
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Mikito Nakano 125.9 lbs vs. Pedro Marquez 126 lbs — Featherweight, 10 rounds
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Art Barrera Jr. 152.7 lbs vs. Juan Carlos Guerra Jr. 153.7 lbs — Junior middleweight, 6 rounds
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Raeese Aleem 125.6 lbs vs. Rudy Garcia 125.3 lbs — Bantamweight, 10 rounds
Swing Bout:
Event Info
Date: Sunday, May 5, 2025
Venue: T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas
Broadcast: LIVE on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, ESPN+
Main Card: 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT
Undercard: 6:15 PM ET / 3:15 PM PT
Tickets: On sale at AXS.com
Why Watch?
Because Inoue is walking into Vegas on Cinco de Mayo Weekend ready to wreck someone — and you don’t want to miss that.
Because Cardenas has been dreaming of this since watching De La Hoya-Mayweather as a kid — this is his shot to shock the world.
Because Espinoza and Vazquez are ready to go to war, with Vazquez promising “total all-out violence.”
Because you’re not really a boxing fan if you miss a card packed with titles, up-and-comers, and a swing bout that could steal the show.
Last Updated on 05/04/2025
2025-05-04 13:32:55