Inoue aware of a very good left of Cardenas, but says he doesn’t have time to be cautious

Naoya “Monster” Inoue (29-0, 26 KOs) is aware of good left that his next opponent Ramon Cardenas (26-1, 14 KOs) has. But Inoue says that he doesn’t have time to be cautious.

Inoue will face Cardenas on May 4 in Las Vegas, for undisputed super-bantamweight title. Inoue is the undisputed champion.

“[He’s] a very well-rounded fighter,” Inoue said. “With that being said, he has a very good left. I don’t have time to be cautious.

“It’s been four years since I’ve been here [fighting in the US], so I’m very excited.

“I am very much aware of what the fans expect of me. And on Cinco De Mayo weekend, I plan on meeting those expectations.”

Cardenas says he has nothing to lose and that he is fighting Inoue for legacy not for money.

 “I have nothing to lose and everything to gain. I have no pressure on me, so I’m going to go out there and give the fans a great show.”

“I’m not here for the money. I’m here for the legacy. If I become a world champion, nobody can take that away from me.

“I’m excited to be here. I’m blessed to be a part of this weekend because we know it’s a historic week in boxing. And to be here, seeing my name on these billboards, is a blessing.

“It means a lot to represent Mexico during this weekend because we’ve had legends and warriors fight on this weekend. I’m going to give my all.

“This is a dream come true for me. I have to finish completing this dream. I’ve lost an uncle on this journey. I’ve lost a trainer on this journey. So, to be able to accomplish my dream of becoming a world champion is my goal.”