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Video Games News / Athlon Sports / August 6
EA UFC 6 Update Is Live: Here's Everything New

EA UFC 6 Update Is Live: Here's Everything New

The latest EA SPORTS UFC 6 update has officially arrived, and it's one of the game's biggest gameplay balance patches since launch. After spending weeks

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 9

Eric Nicksick says Ali Abdelaziz feud over after punch thrown

Xtreme Couture head coach Eric Nicksick says his brief feud with manager Ali Abdelaziz ended with an apology after the two got into a physical altercation following Manel Kape's win over Kyoji Horiguchi last month.

MMA News / The Body Lock / June 22

Manel Kape Shocks Kyoji Horiguchi With Devastating Third-Round Knockout

Manel Kape defeated Kyoji Horiguchi via third-round TKO at UFC Vegas 119 on June 20, 2026 Horiguchi was winning the fight until Kape landed a counter right

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 21
‘I got spectacularly knocked out’… Kyoji Horiguchi reacts to Manel Kape loss at UFC Vegas 119

‘I got spectacularly knocked out’… Kyoji Horiguchi reacts to Manel Kape loss at UFC Vegas 119

Kyoji Horiguchi has spoken out for the first time since his devastating loss at UFC Vegas 119. The top flyweight contender won by submission when he first fought Manel Kape under the RIZIN banner in 2017.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 21
Kyoji Horiguchi apologizes after UFC Vegas 119 knockout loss

Kyoji Horiguchi apologizes after UFC Vegas 119 knockout loss

Kyoji Horiguchi has apologized to fans following his third-round knockout loss to Manel Kape at UFC Vegas 119. The fifth-ranked flyweight posted a statement on social media Sunday after Kape stopped him 2:42 into the final round at the UFC Apex on Saturday night.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / June 21
UFC Vegas 119: Full Fight Results, Winners, And Highlights

UFC Vegas 119: Full Fight Results, Winners, And Highlights

After the iconic UFC Freedom 250 card, fans saw an explosive Fight Night event in Vegas, where the main card was full of finishes. Talking about that, in the main event, Manel Kape defeated Kyoji Horiguchi via third-round TKO at 2:42 of Round 3.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / June 20
UFC Vegas 119 Payouts: How Much Will Manel Kape, Kyoji Horiguchi, Navajo Sterling, and Others Earn?

UFC Vegas 119 Payouts: How Much Will Manel Kape, Kyoji Horiguchi, Navajo Sterling, and Others Earn?

After a massive night at the White House, the UFC returns to the Apex on Saturday, June 20 for UFC Vegas 119, which will feature a highly anticipated flyweight main event between Manel Kape and former title challenger Kyoji Horiguchi.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 20
Kyoji Horiguchi beat Manel Kape and another opponent on the same night nine years before UFC rematch

Kyoji Horiguchi beat Manel Kape and another opponent on the same night nine years before UFC rematch

This weekend’s UFC main event features a matchup that first played out nine years ago in Japan. Following an unforgettable night at the White House for UFC Freedom 250, the leading MMA promotion isn’t taking much time to reflect on pulling this event off.

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MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 19
UFC Vegas 119: Kape vs. Horiguchi weigh-in results

UFC Vegas 119: Kape vs. Horiguchi weigh-in results

The UFC octagon is back in Las Vegas for Saturday's UFC Fight Night 279 event at the Meta Apex. A flyweight rematch between former RIZIN Bantamweight Champion Manel Kape and former UFC flyweight championship challenger Kyoji Horiguchi headlines the fight card.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 19
UFC Fight Night: Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi Preview & Storylines

UFC Fight Night: Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi Preview & Storylines

A pivotal flyweight rematch takes center stage this weekend as two top-5-ranked flyweights, Manel Kape and Kyoji Horiguchi, face off for the main event

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / June 18
UFC Vegas 119 Predictions: Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi Preview And Picks

UFC Vegas 119 Predictions: Manel Kape vs. Kyoji Horiguchi Preview And Picks

Undoubtedly, after an event like UFC Freedom 250, a fight card at the UFC Apex will feel much smaller. However, this weekend, Dana White’s promotion is not taking any break and is coming back with a banger of a main event.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / June 12
Who Is Kyoji Horiguchi? Meet the Japanese MMA Legend Who Conquered Two Promotions at Once

Who Is Kyoji Horiguchi? Meet the Japanese MMA Legend Who Conquered Two Promotions at Once

When discussing MMA legends, the conversation often centers on names built entirely within the walls of the UFC. However, true greatness often spans outside the Octagon.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / February 8
Kyoji Horiguchi Admits He Broke His Hand in the First Round; Shares Return Timeline After UFC Vegas 113

Kyoji Horiguchi Admits He Broke His Hand in the First Round; Shares Return Timeline After UFC Vegas 113

The first Fight Night of 2026 just concluded at the Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, which featured exciting matchups. Among the many, the co-main event between Kyoji Horiguchi and Amir Albazi was a one-sided affair, with the Japanese dominating the fight.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / February 7

Kyoji Horiguchi decisions Amir Albazi in UFC Vegas 113 co-main event

Flyweight contenders Kyoji Horiguchi and Amir Albazi went head-to-head in Saturday's UFC Vegas 113 co-main event at Meta Apex in Las Vegas. Horiguchi, a former title challenger, entered the fight ranked No.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / February 3
UFC Fight Night – Amir Albazi vs Kyoji Horiguchi: Preview & Betting Tips

UFC Fight Night – Amir Albazi vs Kyoji Horiguchi: Preview & Betting Tips

The flyweight matchup between Amir Albazi and Kyoji Horiguchi is a fascinating contest on the UFC Fight Night main card. Albazi (17-2) enters this contest as one of the UFC’s most relentless and mentally tough flyweights.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 15
Kyoji Horiguchi vs. Amir Albazi co-main event set for first UFC Apex event of Paramount+ era

Kyoji Horiguchi vs. Amir Albazi co-main event set for first UFC Apex event of Paramount+ era

The UFC is kicking off 2026 in style, and the co-main event has fans buzzing. Former RIZIN and Bellator champion Kyoji Horiguchi will square off against top-ranked flyweight Amir “The Prince” Albazi in the promotion’s first UFC Apex card of the Paramount+ era.

MMA News / Stadium Rant / November 23
Will Kyoji Horiguchi Be The UFC’s Next Flyweight Challenger?

Will Kyoji Horiguchi Be The UFC’s Next Flyweight Challenger?

Kyoji Horiguchi triumphantly returned to the Octagon on Saturday, dominantly choking out Tagir Ulanbekov in the third round. During his post-fight interview, he made his intentions clear: “I want to get the UFC belt.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / September 4, 2025

Kyoji Horiguchi targeted for UFC Qatar clash with Tagir Ulanbekov

Japanese flyweight legend Kyoji Horiguchi has started preparing for a potential return to the UFC, as he is slated to face Dagestani contender Tagir Ulanbekov on November 22 at UFC Qatar.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 30, 2025
UFC signs RIZIN and former Bellator champ Kyoji Horiguchi

UFC signs RIZIN and former Bellator champ Kyoji Horiguchi

The UFC‘s flyweight division was on full display last night in Mexico City with Brandon Moreno and Steve Erceg headlining the card. However, the flyweight division was also in the news due to a big time addition to the division.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / March 28, 2025
UFC Signs Kyoji Horiguchi, Why These Stars Should Be Worried

UFC Signs Kyoji Horiguchi, Why These Stars Should Be Worried

​The UFC's flyweight division remains fiercely competitive, consistently showcasing top-tier talent. Beyond the UFC, however, other organizations have cultivated their own standout fighters.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / December 31, 2024

MMA: Kyoji Horiguchi Retains Gold in RIZIN DECADE Firefight

Kyoji Horiguchi remains the best flyweight talent outside of the UFC. Horiguchi defended his title against dangerous up-and-comer Nkazimulo Zulu in the co-main event of RIZIN DECADE on December 31.

MMA News / Yardbarker / December 4, 2021
Sergio Pettis lands spinning backfist for KO

Watch: Sergio Pettis lands spinning backfist for come-from-behind KO

Pettis lost each of the first three rounds of the fight, but one devastating strike in the latter half of the fourth round was all it took for him to erase his earlier struggles and leave the cage victorious.

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