Jamie McDonnell is not afraid to take on a challenge, and he faces a serious test on Friday as he defends his WBA bantamweight title against Naoya Inoue in Japan.

McDonnell (29-2-1) is used to travelling, with just one of his last five fights in the UK, but taking on the undefeated Inoue (15-0) might be his most difficult trip yet.

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The man known as ‘The Monster’ has knocked out 13 of his 15 foes and won world titles in two divisions already.

Having defended his world title in America and Monte Carlo, McDonnell knows what to do, but it will take a masterclass from the Yorkshireman to escape Tokyo with his belt.

When is McDonnell vs Inoue?

The fight takes place on Friday, 25 May at the Ota-City General Gymnasium in Tokyo.

Coverage of the fight begins at 1pm BST.

What TV channel is McDonnell vs Inoue on?

Sky Sports Action are showing the fight live from 1pm, with replays at 6.25pm and 9.45pm on Friday.

What are the odds? (Courtesy of Betfair)

1/6 Inoue vs McDonnell 5/1 (Draw 25/1)

2/9 Shiro vs Lopez 3/1 (Draw 22/1)

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