Seika Izawa dominates the atomweight division, while Kyoji Horiguchi claims the flyweight crown. Read about their impressive victories at Rizin Fighting Federation 45.
| Fighter | Result |
|---|---|
| Seika Izawa | Defeated Miyuu Yamamoto via submission |
| Kyoji Horiguchi | Claimed Rizin’s inaugural flyweight crown with a submission victory over Makoto Takahashi |
Seika Izawa ends 2023 with a perfect 3-0 record, solidifying her position as the top atomweight talent in the sport. Kyoji Horiguchi, a former UFC title challenger, had a successful year of his own, claiming the flyweight crown at Rizin Fighting Federation 45.
Seika Izawa has solidified her position as the top atomweight talent in the sport, ending 2023 with an impressive 3-0 record. At Rizin Fighting Federation 45, Izawa submitted Miyuu Yamamoto in the second round of a non-title bout, showcasing her dominance. The 26-year-old Japanese fighter has taken the weight class by storm since her debut in 2020. As she looks ahead to the coming year, the challenge will be finding opponents who can truly test her skills. On the other hand, Kyoji Horiguchi, a former UFC title challenger, had a successful year of his own. He claimed Rizin’s inaugural flyweight crown with a second-round submission victory over Makoto Takahashi. Horiguchi, who previously competed at 135 pounds, has remained undefeated since returning to the flyweight division. His latest triumph propels him to the No. 15 spot in the 125-pound rankings.
