Naoya Inoue is a -4000 favorite over Ye Joon Kim (+1500) in their upcoming bout for the super bantamweight title on January 25. Kim stepped in as an injury replacement for Sam Goodman.
The Inoue vs Kim odds are steep yet again, which tells us "Monster" is poised for another one-sided defense. Let's scan the Inoue vs Goodman odds for a shred of value, as maybe we can stab a longshot pick to make betting on this fight worthwhile.
Inoue vs Ye Joon Kim Odds
| Fighter | Odds |
|---|---|
| Naoya Inoue | -4000 |
| Ye Joon Kim | +1500 |
Odds as of Jan. 14
Using our odds calculator, Inoue's -4000 favorite status means a $100 bet on him pays out just $102.50. The same bet $100 bet on Kim pays out $1600.
How To Bet Inoue
Inoue is a busy man, declaring himself one of the most active champs in boxing with his fourth title defense lined up for January. He defeated TJ Doheny and is clearing out the Super Bantamweight division.
Inoue's boxing style is characterized by relentless forward pressure, precise footwork, and a diverse arsenal of punches. He excels in distance management, allowing him to land powerful shots while evading counterattacks. His ability to deliver devastating body shots has led to numerous knockout victories, as he often uses feints or head shots to lift his opponent’s guard, creating opportunities to strike their midsection.
All that good stuff will channel into a well-timed KO vs Kim, the latest of his victims. We could see the tough Korean put up more of a fight than past opponents, but certainly not enough of an effort to dethrone the champ.
How to Bet Kim
There's not much info on Kim. He's #11 in the WBO rankings and returned from a three-year layoff in 2022, posting a 3-1 record since. In limited training videos, we see decent hand speed and some good defense, but, frankly, there's little to suggest he has a chance vs Inoue.
Inoue is the toughest fight in boxing right now, and the Japanese star is on a massive heater. Don't waste your time on an underdog bet.
Inoue vs Goodman Picks
Naoya Inoue wins via stoppage in the mid-to-late rounds (rounds 6-8). Inoue's precision and power will likely overwhelm the Korean before the final bell.
