Read about the violent knockout that took place at RIZIN 45, leaving a fighter unconscious. Get all the highlights and updates from the event at MMAMania.com.
| Fighters |
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| Suguru Nii |
| Satoshi Yamasu |
The RIZIN Fighting Federation’s New Year’s Eve fight card got off to an explosive start with a brutal second-round knockout. Satoshi Yamasu found himself on the receiving end of a devastating overhand right from Suguru Nii, which immediately shut off his lights. The featherweight bout started off competitive, with Yamasu showcasing his leg-kicking skills. However, a single leg kick proved to be his downfall as Nii capitalized on the opening and knocked Yamasu unconscious. This win marks Nii’s fifth consecutive victory after a three-fight losing streak. On the other hand, Yamasu has now suffered two straight losses and will be looking to bounce back. RIZIN 45’s main event features a rematch between former UFC and Bellator fighter Kyoji Horiguchi and Makoto Shinryu for the inaugural RIZIN Flyweight championship. Their previous encounter at Bellator MMA vs. RIZIN 2 ended in a no-contest due to an accidental eye poke. Stay tuned to MMAMania.com for more highlights from RIZIN 45.
RIZIN 45: Violent Knockout Shakes Saitama Super Arena
The RIZIN Fighting Federation’s New Year’s Eve fight card got off to an explosive start with a brutal second-round knockout. Satoshi Yamasu found himself on the receiving end of a devastating overhand right from Suguru Nii, which immediately shut off his lights. The featherweight bout started off competitive, with Yamasu showcasing his leg-kicking skills. However, a single leg kick proved to be his downfall as Nii capitalized on the opening and knocked Yamasu unconscious. This win marks Nii’s fifth consecutive victory after a three-fight losing streak. On the other hand, Yamasu has now suffered two straight losses and will be looking to bounce back.
RIZIN 45’s main event features a rematch between former UFC and Bellator fighter Kyoji Horiguchi and Makoto Shinryu for the inaugural RIZIN Flyweight championship. Their previous encounter at Bellator MMA vs. RIZIN 2 ended in a no-contest due to an accidental eye poke. Stay tuned to MMAMania.com for more highlights from RIZIN 45.
| Fighters |
|---|
| Suguru Nii |
| Satoshi Yamasu |
