Kyoji Horiguchi Returns to UFC with Spectacular Finish at UFC Qatar
Kyoji Horiguchi made a stunning UFC comeback after a nine-year absence. He delivered an emphatic victory over Tagir Ulanbekov in the flyweight bout at UFC Qatar.
From the start, Horiguchi came out aggressively against Ulanbekov. Despite facing a significant height and reach disadvantage, Horiguchi maintained control throughout the fight.
The action intensified in the third round as Ulanbekov began to fade. Seizing the moment, Horiguchi landed a powerful head kick that dropped Ulanbekov to the canvas.
Horiguchi immediately transitioned to a rear-naked choke submission. He tightened his grip, forcing Ulanbekov to lose consciousness at 2:18 into the round.
Following the win, Horiguchi expressed his excitement about returning to the UFC. “I feel really good right now because I come back to UFC. This is my dream!” he said.
During the fight, Horiguchi showcased both striking precision and dominant grappling skills. He capitalized on Ulanbekov’s fatigue and openings to secure the finish.
With this victory, Horiguchi re-establishes himself as a top contender in the 125-pound division. He quickly called out current UFC flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja.
“Where’s Pantoja? He’s my teammate but it doesn’t matter. I will beat your ass! A fight is a fight, it’s business,” Horiguchi declared emphatically.
Horiguchi’s win adds excitement to the flyweight division picture. Fans can anticipate intense matchups as he pursues a title shot.
His performance at UFC Qatar highlights his skill and determination after nearly a decade away from the octagon. The UFC flyweight division looks more competitive with his return.
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