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UFC 2026 Half-Year Awards: Van-Taira Tops Fight Rankings

UFC 2026 Half-Year Awards: Van-Taira Tops Fight Rankings

Joshua Van's flyweight title defense against Tatsuro Taira at UFC 328 claimed top honors in the UFC.com staff voting for best fights of the first half of 2026, marking Van's third consecutive first-place finish in the midyear category.

MMA News / The Body Lock / May 13

Joshua Van Retains Flyweight Title with Fifth-Round Stoppage of Tatsuro Taira

Joshua Van defeated Tatsuro Taira by fifth-round TKO to retain his UFC flyweight championship at UFC 328 The fight featured nearly 300 combined strikes,

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 11
Tatsuro Taira breaks his silence after controversial stoppage loss in UFC 328 title fight

Tatsuro Taira breaks his silence after controversial stoppage loss in UFC 328 title fight

Tatsuro Taira has issued a statement after falling short in his first UFC title fight. The Japanese flyweight was TKO’d in the fifth round of his clash with Joshua Van at UFC 328 on Saturday.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 10
UFC 328 Bonuses: Joshua Van–Tatsuro Taira Earn Fight of the Night Honors

UFC 328 Bonuses: Joshua Van–Tatsuro Taira Earn Fight of the Night Honors

UFC 328 delivered inside the Octagon and fighters were rewarded for it. The UFC handed out multiple post-fight bonuses following Saturday’s card in Newark, with four fighters earning $100,000 awards and several others picking up additional $25,000 finish bonuses.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 10
Joshua Van Survives Grappling Storm, Finishes Tatsuro Taira in Fight of the Year Candidate at UFC 328

Joshua Van Survives Grappling Storm, Finishes Tatsuro Taira in Fight of the Year Candidate at UFC 328

Joshua Van proved he’s more than just a striker. He’s a champion. Van delivered a statement performance at UFC 328, stopping Tatsuro Taira in the fifth round to retain his title in what instantly enters the Fight of the Year conversation.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / May 10
Joshua Van stops Tatsuro Taira in UFC 328 co-main event

Joshua Van stops Tatsuro Taira in UFC 328 co-main event

Joshua Van put his flyweight title on the line for the first time on Saturday in the UFC 328 co-main event against No. 3 ranked Tatsuro Taira. Van captured the 125-pound championship in December, defeating Alexandre Pantoja after Pantoja suffered an injury.

MMA News / HITC / May 9
You won’t believe what Tatsuro Taira’s flyweight title at UFC 328 could do for Japan

You won’t believe what Tatsuro Taira’s flyweight title at UFC 328 could do for Japan

Tatsuro Taira is fighting for more than just a title at UFC 328 in Newark. Before the main event between Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev, another title fight will take place at the Prudential Center.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 7
Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira prediction, odds, pick for UFC 328

Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira prediction, odds, pick for UFC 328

UFC 328: Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland continues on the main card with the co-main event flyweight title fight between Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira in the flyweight division on Saturday.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 5
UFC 328 preview: Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland preview, start time, full card 

UFC 328 preview: Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland preview, start time, full card 

The Octagon returns to Newark with one of the most intense UFC title fights in some time. From the moment that Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland was made official for UFC 328, the event became unmissable.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 3
Tatsuro Taira names who he’ll defend belt against after dethroning Joshua Van at UFC 328

Tatsuro Taira names who he’ll defend belt against after dethroning Joshua Van at UFC 328

Tatsuro Taira is already looking ahead to his first UFC flyweight title defense. The 18-1 Japanese fighter will face 125lb champion Joshua Van at UFC 328 on Saturday night.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / May 3
Tatsuro Taira Sends Message to Alexandre Pantoja, Eyes Historic Fight in Japan

Tatsuro Taira Sends Message to Alexandre Pantoja, Eyes Historic Fight in Japan

Tatsuro Taira is not building toward a title shot through careful language or diplomatic positioning. He is ready for Alexandre Pantoja, who is recovering from injury.

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Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira flyweight title bout moved to UFC 328

Joshua Van vs. Tatsuro Taira flyweight title bout moved to UFC 328

The previously scheduled UFC flyweight title fight between champion Joshua Van and challenger Tatsuro Taira has moved from the April 11 UFC 327 card in Miami and now takes place at UFC 328 on May 9 in New Jersey.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / March 18
Who is Tatsuro Taira? Meet the Only 2000s-Born Fighter to Win a UFC Main Event

Who is Tatsuro Taira? Meet the Only 2000s-Born Fighter to Win a UFC Main Event

Tatsuro Taira has quickly emerged as one of the most exciting young talents in the UFC. The Japanese flyweight represents a new generation of fighters.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / February 15
Miami to Witness History as Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira Set First-Ever Men’s Asian UFC Title Clash at UFC 327

Miami to Witness History as Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira Set First-Ever Men’s Asian UFC Title Clash at UFC 327

The UFC’s got a historic fight reportedly locked in for Miami on April 11th. Joshua Van defends his flyweight title against Tatsuro Taira in what’s being billed as the first-ever men’s Asian title fight in UFC history.

MMA News / Yardbarker / December 7
Potential matchups for UFC 323 main card winners

Potential matchups for UFC 323 main card winners

Here are some potential matchups for the winners on the main card.

Petr Yan shocks Merab Dvalishvili, reclaims bantamweight title
MMA News / Yardbarker / December 5
Predictions for the UFC 323 main card

Predictions for the UFC 323 main card

The last pay-per-view of the year, and of the foreseeable future due to the UFC deal with Paramount, is this week and has some amazing fights. Here are predictions for how the main card of UFC 323 will go.

Merab Dvalishvili heavily featured in UFC 323 rematch with Petr Yan
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / December 4
Brandon Moreno vs. Tatsuro Taira prediction, odds, pick for UFC 323

Brandon Moreno vs. Tatsuro Taira prediction, odds, pick for UFC 323

UFC 323: Merab Dvalishvili vs. Petr Yan 2 continues on the main card with a fight between Brandon Moreno and Tatsuro Taira in the flyweight division on Saturday.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / December 1
UFC 323 – Brandon Moreno vs Tatsuro Taira: Preview & Betting Tips

UFC 323 – Brandon Moreno vs Tatsuro Taira: Preview & Betting Tips

On a night when the flyweight title is on the line, Brandon Moreno and Tatsuro Taira meet in a pivotal clash that could determine the next man to challenge for UFC gold at UFC 323.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / August 5, 2025
After dominant win at UFC Vegas 108, what’s next for Tatsuro Taira?

After dominant win at UFC Vegas 108, what’s next for Tatsuro Taira?

This past Saturday in the main event of UFC Vegas 108, we saw a matchup between two very exciting prospects in the flyweight division. Japan’s Tatsuro Taira (17-1) was looking to bounce back after his first career loss as he took on undefeated prospect Hyun Sung Park (10-1).

MMA News / Dice City Sports / August 3, 2025
Tatsuro Taira Destroys Park Hyun-Sung, Wants Title Shot Next!

Tatsuro Taira Destroys Park Hyun-Sung, Wants Title Shot Next!

Tatsuro Taira delivered a resounding message to the flyweight division Saturday night. Finishing Park Hyun-Sung in the second round at UFC on ESPN 71 inside the UFC Apex in Las Vegas.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / August 3, 2025
UFC Vegas 108: Taira and Park Lead Main Card Results, Highlights, Reactions, and Bonuses

UFC Vegas 108: Taira and Park Lead Main Card Results, Highlights, Reactions, and Bonuses

Main card finishes and decisions highlight an action-packed UFC Vegas 108 fight night UFC Vegas 108 delivered a mix of high-paced action and technical battles across six main card bouts.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / August 2, 2025
UFC Vegas 108: Taira vs. Park live results

UFC Vegas 108: Taira vs. Park live results

The UFC Apex in Las Vegas hosts tonight's UFC Vegas 108: Taira vs. Park fight card. The event is headlined by a flyweight bout between No. 6 ranked Tatsuro Taira (16-1) and Park Hyun-sung (10-0).

MMA News / MMA Weekly / August 1, 2025
UFC Vegas 108: Taira vs. Park weigh-in results - Two fighters badly miss weight

UFC Vegas 108: Taira vs. Park weigh-in results - Two fighters badly miss weight

The UFC Apex in Las Vegas hosts Saturday's UFC on ESPN: Taira vs. Park fight card. The event is headlined by a flyweight bout between No. 6 ranked Tatsuro Taira (16-1) and Park Hyun-sung (10-0).

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 31, 2025
UFC Vegas 108 Staff picks including Tatsuro Taira to beat last-minute opponent and other predictions

UFC Vegas 108 Staff picks including Tatsuro Taira to beat last-minute opponent and other predictions

Despite a late-notice addition to the main event, one winner at UFC Vegas 108 seems to be clear, according to the Bloody Elbow experts. Tatsuro Taira was supposed to battle Amir Albazi in a top-of-the-card Flyweight bout, as two top-ranked contenders were due to face off in a fight that had huge implications for a future title fight.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 22, 2025
Who is Tatsuro Taira? Meet the Japanese fighter who made history in the UFC

Who is Tatsuro Taira? Meet the Japanese fighter who made history in the UFC

Tatsuro Taira made history in the UFC in 2024 and is looking to make an even bigger name for himself in the United States. When he beat Alex Perez in Las Vegas last year, Tatsuro Taira became the first man born in the 2000s to win a UFC main event.

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