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Nagasaki: Yoshinori Horie dominates Sho Patrick Usami in two rounds and establishes himself as a serious title contender
RIZIN FF

Published 9 days ago

Nagasaki: Yoshinori Horie dominates Sho Patrick Usami in two rounds and establishes himself as a serious title contender

Yoshinori Horie made history at Rizin 16 by crushing Sho Patrick Usami via KO in the second round, despite a last-minute weight class change. This spectacular performance reignites his ambitions in the welterweight division and confirms his status as a future champion.

To remember:

  • Horie crushes Usami in two rounds at Rizin 16 with a devastating elbow.
  • The fight was moved to 160 pounds after Usami failed the weigh-in.
  • This victory marks Horie’s return to form after his loss in the final at Rizin 51.
Article written by SkimAI
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The Kyrgyz Shaidullaev Expands His Empire at Rizin 5
RIZIN FF

Published 32 days ago

The Kyrgyz Shaidullaev Expands His Empire at Rizin 5

Rajabali Shaidullaev made history at Super Rizin 5 by becoming a double champion, retaining his Rizin FF featherweight title and claiming the PFL 65.8 kg belt against A.J. McKee.

To remember:

  • Double champion at Super Rizin 5 at Kyocera Dome: Shaidullaev retained his Rizin FF featherweight title and won the PFL 65.8 kg belt.
  • Strong performance against A.J. McKee despite a slow start, with dominant takedowns and ground strikes.
  • Unanimous decision victory (30-27) for the third consecutive time, solidifying his status as a dominant force.
  • A potential showdown with Kyoma Akimoto looms for New Year’s Eve.
Article written by SkimAI
Reviewed and completed by Celtic
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Super RIZIN 5: Two Dominant Performances Seal the Night in Osaka
RIZIN FF

Published 32 days ago

Super RIZIN 5: Two Dominant Performances Seal the Night in Osaka

Super RIZIN 5 drew nearly 49,000 spectators to the Kyocera Dome in Osaka for a historic event. Razhabali Shaidulloev secured a historic double by claiming the RIZIN and PFL titles against A.J. McKee, while Mikuru Asakura delivered a lightning-fast KO in under 3 minutes against Shinya Aoki.

To remember:

  • Nearly 49,000 spectators filled the Kyocera Dome in Osaka for Super RIZIN 5.
  • Razhabali Shaidulloev dominates A.J. McKee after three intense rounds and claims the RIZIN and PFL titles.
  • Mikuru Asakura ends Shinya Aoki’s return in just 2 minutes and 39 seconds.
  • Shaidulloev sets the pace and exploits McKee’s weaknesses for a points victory.
  • Asakura capitalizes on a tactical error by Aoki to deliver a swift KO.
Article written by SkimAI
Reviewed and completed by Celtic
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Aoki vs. Asakura: A Champion’s Return and the Dawn of a New Era in Japanese MMA
RIZIN FF

Published 33 days ago

Aoki vs. Asakura: A Champion’s Return and the Dawn of a New Era in Japanese MMA

Shinya Aoki, an icon of Japanese MMA, returns after 11 years of absence at Super RIZIN 5 to face Mikuru Asakura. This fight at Kyocera Dome Osaka symbolizes a generational transition between Aoki’s technical legacy and Asakura’s modernity, marking a turning point for Japanese MMA.

To remember:

  • Shinya Aoki, a Japanese MMA legend, returns at 44 under the RIZIN banner after 11 years away.
  • Aoki faces Mikuru Asakura at Super RIZIN 5, a fight loaded with symbolism for Japanese MMA.
  • This duel at the Kyocera Dome Osaka embodies a generational shift: Aoki’s experience versus Asakura’s fire.
  • Asakura, 34, represents the new wave while Aoki, a grappling specialist, embodies the sport’s legacy.
  • A clash that promises to mix spectacle and athletic rigor under the banner of an organization now focused on pure sport.
Article written by SkimAI
Reviewed and completed by Celtic