RIZIN Shiwasu no Cho Tsuwamono Matsuri
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Razhabali Shaydullaev vs. Mikuru Asakura
MMA
December 31, 2025 at 04:00 AM UTC
🇯🇵 Saitama Super Arena, Saitama, JPWhere to Watch
Fight Card
Featherweight (146 lbs)
VS
Mikuru Asakura
19-6
VS
RIZIN FW (2 def.)PFLK FWGAMMA FW GP
🇰🇬Razhabali Shaydullaev
17-0 / Age 25 / 170cm
20連勝
Finish Stats
0%
KO
30%
0%
SUB
60%
0%
FIN
90%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Razhabali Shaydullaev
Rear Naked Choke
4
Triangle Choke
3
Punches From Back Mount
2
Right Cross & Ground Strikes
1
Punches
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Razhabali Shaydullaev
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Razhabali Shaydullaev
Razhabali Shaydullaev is an undefeated mixed martial artist from Kyrgyzstan competing in the featherweight division. Born on October 11, 2000, he stands 5'7" and holds a perfect professional record of 17-0-0. He has recently dominated the RIZIN stage with a series of first and second-round finishes. His latest victories include a first-round TKO of Mikuru Asakura, a 33-second stoppage of Viktor Kolesnik, and rapid wins over Kleber Koike, Yuta Kubo, and Juan Archuleta.
Lightweight (157 lbs)
Finish Stats
54%
KO
0%
23%
SUB
0%
77%
FIN
0%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Ilkhom Nazimov
KO/TKO
2
Punches
2
Choke
2
Knee
1
Front Kick
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Ilkhom Nazimov
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Ilkhom Nazimov
Ilkhom Nazimov is a mixed martial artist from Uzbekistan who competes in the Lightweight division. Standing 181cm tall, he holds a professional record of 13-3-0 and is currently on a four-fight winning streak. Competing primarily in RIZIN, his recent performances have been dominant, including a 13-second knockout of Roberto de Souza via knee and a first-round victory over Suguru Nii with a front kick. He also holds wins over Sora Yamamoto and Jaures Dea.
FROM X
Leading up to his title defense at RIZIN.53 on May 10, 2026, Nazimov shared a relaxed moment from his training camp where he went fishing. He successfully caught a tuna and enjoyed it fresh on the spot. Showing his confident and playful side, he joked with his fans that after the fight, they should "eat Brazilian fish together" as a celebration.
Bantamweight (134 lbs)
VS
Former RIZIN BW
🇯🇵Naoki Inoue
20-5 / Age 28 / 173cm
Reach 180cm / 1連敗
VS
RIZIN BWTitan FC BW (1 def.)
🇺🇸Danny Sabatello
17-4-1 / Age 32 / 178cm
Reach 180cm / 3連勝
Finish Stats
9%
KO
24%
50%
SUB
29%
59%
FIN
53%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Naoki Inoue
Rear Naked Choke
5
Armbar
5
Referee Stoppage
1
Straight Armbar
1
Soccer Kick
1
Danny Sabatello
Rear Naked Choke
3
Ground & Pound
1
Arm Triangle Choke
1
Punches
1
Knock Out
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Naoki Inoue
Danny Sabatello
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Naoki Inoue
Naoki Inoue is a highly technical Japanese bantamweight fighter with a professional record of 20-5-0. Standing 5'8" with a 71-inch reach, he is known for his elite grappling and sharp striking. Most recently, he faced Danny Sabatello in December 2025, following a strong run of victories over Ryuya Fukuda, Yuki Motoya, and a first-round stoppage of Soo Chul Kim. He remains a top-tier contender in the RIZIN bantamweight division.
FROM X
Reflecting on his recent activity, Inoue shared his commitment to personal and community growth. In January 2026, he participated in a martial arts experience event where he engaged with children, answering their questions about their future dreams. He also recently updated fans on his training camp in Kamogawa as he prepares for international competition in the PFL.
Danny Sabatello
Danny Sabatello is a United States bantamweight fighter with a 17-4-1 record, known for his elite wrestling and relentless pressure. Currently competing in RIZIN, he has secured three consecutive victories, most recently defeating Naoki Inoue by split decision in December 2025. This followed a split decision win over Shoko Sato in September and a dominant third-round ground-and-pound finish against Shinobu Ota in May 2025.
FROM X
Following his recent success in Japan, Sabatello has embraced his role as a champion, frequently interacting with his Japanese audience in their local language. He expressed deep gratitude to his fans after a major title win, calling it the best day of his life, and has even consulted his followers about starting a YouTube channel to connect more closely with them.
Bantamweight (134 lbs)
VS
Tatsuya Ando
16-5-1
VS
DEEP BW (1 def.)Shooto World FlyWFormer Shooto FlyW
🇯🇵Ryuya Fukuda
26-9-1 / Age 33 / 165cm
1連勝
Finish Stats
0%
KO
42%
0%
SUB
4%
0%
FIN
46%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Ryuya Fukuda
Ground & Pound
2
Punches
2
Right Hook, Head Stomp & Ground Punches
1
Left Hook to Hammerfists
1
KO/TKO
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Ryuya Fukuda
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Ryuya Fukuda
Ryuya Fukuda is a professional MMA fighter from Japan with a record of 26-9-1. Standing 5'5", he competes in the Bantamweight division and has held titles in organizations like DEEP and Shooto. Known for his aggressive striking and "thrilling" fighting style, his recent form includes a second-round victory over Tatsuya Ando in December 2025. This followed a title challenge against Naoki Inoue and notable wins over Juntaro Ushiku and Ryusei Ashizawa.
FROM X
Fukuda demonstrates a diverse range of interests outside the cage, including gardening. He shared that he grew his own chili peppers at home and combined them with local yuzu from Kyoto to create handmade yuzu kosho. He even arranged to have his spicy condiment placed at a local bathhouse, the "Sauna no Umeyu," for others to enjoy.
Featherweight (146 lbs)
Finish Stats
57%
KO
0%
21%
SUB
0%
79%
FIN
0%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Kyoma Akimoto
KO/TKO
4
Rear Naked Choke
2
Punches & Soccer Kicks
1
Knee to the Body
1
Ground & Pound
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Kyoma Akimoto
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Featherweight (146 lbs)
Finish Stats
40%
KO
0%
20%
SUB
0%
60%
FIN
0%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Yuta Kubo
Body Kick
1
Rear Naked Choke
1
Ground Elbow
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Yuta Kubo
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Yuta Kubo
Yuta Kubo is a Japanese featherweight fighter with a 5-2-0 record, competing in RIZIN. A former K-1 World GP champion and world-class kickboxer, he successfully transitioned to MMA, utilizing his elite striking and defensive growth. His recent performances include a body kick victory over former champion Yutaka Saito and a submission win against Rukiya Anpo. Although he recently faced a setback against Razhabali Shaydullaev, he remains a top-tier contender in the division.
FROM X
Kubo recently announced a highly anticipated title rematch against Razhabali Shaydullaev for the RIZIN belt. Acknowledging that he is considered the underdog, he expressed strong determination to cause an "upset" through rigorous preparation. Additionally, he celebrated his success as a mentor after his student, Sorashi Ishizaka, secured a comeback TKO victory in DEEP.
Flyweight (126 lbs)
VS
Finish Stats
0%
KO
0%
29%
SUB
0%
29%
FIN
0%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Makoto Shinryu
Guillotine Choke
2
Arm Triangle Choke
2
Submission
1
Ninja Choke
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Makoto Shinryu
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Makoto Shinryu
Makoto Shinryu is a Japanese flyweight fighter born in 2000, standing 5'4" with a professional record of 21-5-1. Known for his elite wrestling and high-level grappling, he has captured titles in DEEP and CFFC. His recent performances in RIZIN include a unanimous decision victory over Hiroya in December 2025 and a first-round guillotine choke submission against Erson Yamamoto in July 2025. He continues to be a top contender in the flyweight division.
FROM X
In early 2026, Shinryu shared a nostalgic moment from his childhood after finding his elementary school diary at his parents' home. He noted that even back then, he had clearly written that his future dream was to become a professional fighter. The post reflected his deep commitment to the sport that he has pursued since his youth.
Bantamweight (134 lbs)
Finish Stats
0%
KO
60%
0%
SUB
10%
0%
FIN
70%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Joji Goto
KO/TKO
4
Punches
2
Twister
2
Punch
2
Guillotine Choke
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Joji Goto
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Joji Goto
Joji Goto is a professional bantamweight mixed martial artist from Japan with a record of 20 wins, 8 losses, and 1 draw. Standing 5'8" tall, he is known for a well-rounded and aggressive fighting style that has led him to a four-fight winning streak. His most recent performances include a split decision victory over Jose Torres in December 2025, a first-round knockout of Taichi Nakajima, and a unanimous decision win against Jinnosuke Kashimura.
FROM X
Preparing for an upcoming title match at RIZIN LANDMARK 13, Goto expressed intense motivation for his bout against Danny Sabatello. He shared his excitement about facing world-class coaching from American Top Team, stating he is thrilled by the challenge of taking on the world. He also recently received a surprise collection of messages from fans, which he promised to carry with him into the ring.
Lightweight (161 lbs)
VS
Finish Stats
93%
KO
0%
0%
SUB
0%
93%
FIN
0%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Tatsuya Saika
Ground & Pound
4
Punch
2
KO/TKO
2
Head Kick
1
High Kick
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Tatsuya Saika
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Tatsuya Saika
Tatsuya Saika, known as "Yanbo," is a Japanese lightweight fighter with a professional record of 14 wins and 7 losses. Competing primarily in Pancrase and RIZIN, he is distinguished by his explosive striking and finishing ability. His recent record includes a highly competitive bout against Rafael Barbosa in March 2026, a spectacular head kick victory over Noah Bey in December 2025, and a dominant ground-and-pound win against former champion Takasuke Kume in September 2024.
FROM X
In April 2026, Saika announced the birth of his third child, proudly embracing his identity as a "fighting father." He shared a heartwarming update about participating in a public practice session for RIZIN 53 alongside his son, expressing his motivation to fight for his family and inspire other fathers across the country with his determination and grit.
Bantamweight (134 lbs)
Finish Stats
60%
KO
0%
20%
SUB
0%
80%
FIN
0%
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Win Methods
KOSUB
Ryoma Shishimoto
Armbar
1
Doctor Stoppage
1
KO/TKO
1
Referee Stoppage
1
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Recent Fights
Ryoma Shishimoto
* Includes both professional and amateur records
Ryoma Shishimoto
Ryoma Shishimoto, popularly known as "Jolly," is a Japanese mixed martial artist competing in the Bantamweight division with a professional record of 3-0-0. Known for his aggressive finishing ability, he has secured victories across organizations such as RIZIN and GLADIATOR. In his most recent outing in December 2025, he earned a spectacular 25-second armbar submission victory. His previous wins include a doctor stoppage against Shota Iguchi and a first-round knockout of Yuki Ueda.
FROM X
Shishimoto recently shared that while he is currently contracted for a 62kg bout, his natural weight has dropped significantly with a month still remaining before the fight. He expressed confidence that he could successfully transition to the Flyweight division in the future and intends to pursue that path after his upcoming match in Kobe.
