K-1 WORLD GP 2022: World Featherweight Tournament (2022)

UFC on ESPN 50: Sandhagen vs. Font

UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Font was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on August 5, 2023 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. A bantamweight bout between former interim UFC Bantamweight Championship challenger Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov was expected to headline the event. However, Nurmagomedov withdrew from the event in mid-July due to a shoulder injury. He was replaced by Rob Font in a catchweight bout of 140 pounds.

Life of a Fighter: The Journey

The captivating story of Chad George, this documentary chronicles the climactic final bout of George's fifteen-year tenure as a celebrated mixed martial arts fighter. As we intimately explore his transformative transition into a mentor and coach for up-and-coming champions, we witness his unwavering determination and resilience in the face of adversity. The film is a testament to the unyielding human spirit and the pursuit of greatness.

UFC 292: Sterling vs. O'Malley

UFC 292: Sterling vs. O'Malley was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on August 19, 2023, at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. A UFC Bantamweight Championship bout between current champion Aljamain Sterling and Sean O'Malley headlined the event and a UFC Women's Strawweight Championship bout between current two-time champion Zhang Weili and Amanda Lemos served as the co-headliner. The lightweight and bantamweight finals of The Ultimate Fighter: Team McGregor vs. Team Chandler took place at the event.

Bellator 277: McKee vs. Pitbull 2

Mixed martial arts event produced by Bellator MMA that will take place on April 15, 2022, at the SAP Center in San Jose, California, United States. A. J. McKee vs. Patrício Pitbull (Featherweight) Vadim Nemkov vs. Corey Anderson (Light Heavyweight) Aaron Pico vs. Adli Edwards (Catchweight 150 lb) Timothy Johnson vs. Linton Vassell (Heavyweight)

UFC on ESPN 34: Luque vs. Muhammad 2

UFC on ESPN 34: Luque vs. Muhammad 2 was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on April 16, 2022, at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. A welterweight rematch between Vicente Luque and Belal Muhammad headlined the event. The pair previously met at UFC 205, where Luque won the bout via first-round knockout.

UFC 290: Volkanovski vs. Rodriguez

UFC 290: Volkanovski vs. Rodríguez was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on July 8, 2023, at the T-Mobile Arena facility in Paradise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. A UFC Featherweight Championship unification bout between current champion Alexander Volkanovski and interim champion (also The Ultimate Fighter: Latin America featherweight winner) Yair Rodríguez headlined the event. UFC 290 PPV Main Event On ESPN+: 145 lbs.: Featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski vs. Yair Rodriguez UFC 290 PPV Co-Main Event On ESPN+: 125 lbs.: Flyweight champion Brandon Moreno vs. Alexandre Pantoja UFC 290 PPV Main Card On ESPN+ (10 p.m. ET): 185 lbs.: Robert Whittaker vs. Dricus Du Plessis 155 lbs.: Dan Hooker vs. Jalin Turner 185 lbs.: Bo Nickal vs. Valentine Woodburn (Tresean Gore injured)

UFC on ESPN 35: Font vs. Vera

UFC on ESPN 35: Font vs. Aldo was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on December 4, 2021 at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. A bantamweight bout between Rob Font and former WEC and two-time UFC Featherweight Champion José Aldo served as the event headliner.

UFC on ESPN 36: Błachowicz vs. Rakić

UFC on ESPN 36: Błachowicz vs. Rakić was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on May 14, 2022, at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. A light heavyweight bout between former KSW and UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jan Błachowicz and Aleksandar Rakić served as the event headliner.

Bellator 298: Storley vs. Ward

Bellator 298: Storley vs. Ward was a mixed martial arts event that took place on Friday, August 11, 2023 at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

UFC on ESPN 51: Luque vs. dos Anjos

UFC on ESPN 51: Luque vs. dos Anjos was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on August 12, 2023, at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. A welterweight bout between former UFC Lightweight Champion Rafael dos Anjos and Vicente Luque served as the headliner.

UFC Fight Night 205: Lemos vs. Andrade

UFC Fight Night 205: Lemos vs. Andrade was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on April 23, 2022, at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. A women's strawweight bout between former UFC Women's Strawweight Champion Jéssica Andrade and Amanda Lemos headlined the event.

Bellator 278: Velasquez vs. Carmouche

Juliana Velasquez vs. Liz Carmouche (Flyweight) Enrique Barzola vs. Nikita Mikhailov (Bantamweight) Jornel Lugo vs. Danny Sabatello (Bantamweight) Christian Edwards vs. Grant Neal (Light Heavyweight) Manny Muro vs. Nate Andrews (Catchweight 160lb)

Power Slap 4: Hintz vs. Turpin

Light Heavyweight strikers Ayjay Hintz and Austin Turpin collide in the main event of Power Slap 4.

UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2

UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2 was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on July 29, 2023, at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. A lightweight rematch between former interim UFC Lightweight Champions Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje (also former WSOF Lightweight Champion) headlined the event. They also competed for the symbolic "BMF" (baddest motherfucker) title, which was vacated after the original holder Jorge Masvidal retired in April. The pairing first met at UFC on Fox: Poirier vs. Gaethje in April 2018 which Poirier won by fourth-round TKO.

BKFC 48: Dodson vs. Ridge

BKFC 48: Dodson vs. Ridge is a bare-knuckle fighting event held by Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship on August 11, 2023. The event was headlined by John Dodson vs. JR Ridge, which crowned the inaugural BKFC Flyweight Champion. Social media influencer Bryce Hall made his debut in the sport against Gee Perez at this event and was victorious.

WWE Clash at the Castle 2022

Roman Reigns and Drew McIntyre clash for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship at the biggest WWE event in United Kingdom history. Liv Morgan battles Shayna Baszler for the WWE Smackdown Women's Championship. WWE Raw Women’s Champion Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss & Asuka face Bayley, Dakota Kai & IYO SKY.

UFC on ESPN 26: Makhachev vs. Moises

UFC on ESPN 26: Makhachev vs. Moisés was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on July 17, 2021 at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. A lightweight bout between Islam Makhachev and Thiago Moisés was then promoted to serve as the new main event.

Power Slap 6: KO Chris vs. Muniz

Las Vegas – Power Slap announced its sixth live event, POWER SLAP 6: KO CHRIS VS. MUNIZ, will take place Friday, February 9 at Durango Casino & Resort in Las Vegas during Super Bowl Weekend. Power Slap 6 is the live finale event of Power Slap: Road to the Title, Season 2, and is presented by Monster Energy.

The Deal

A political thriller steeped in illegal oil trading, the Russian Mafia, and governmental cover-ups.

ONE Friday Fights 48: Kongthoranee vs. Mazoriev

ONE Friday Fights 48: Kongthoranee vs. Mazoriev was a combat sports event produced by ONE Championship that took place on January 19, 2024, at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. A flyweight muay thai bout between former two-division Rajadamnern Stadium world champion Kongthoranee Sor.Sommai and Sharif Mazoriev served as the event headliner.

The Castle

The quirky Kerrigan family lives together in a makeshift home they built themselves – with great pride and a bizarre attention to detail – a few yards from the edge of Melbourne, Australia's busy Tullamarine Airport. When a building inspector condemns the building and reveals that the government plans to use their land for an airport expansion, Darryl Kerrigan and his brood recruit hack attorney Dennis Denuto and prepare themselves for the fight of their lives.

Bellator 262: Velasquez vs. Kielholtz

Juliana Velasquez vs. Denise Kielholtz (Flyweight) Tyrell Fortune vs. Matt Mitrione (Heavyweight) Matheus Mattos vs. Cee Jay Hamilton (Bantamweight) Arlene Blencowe vs. Dayana Silva (Featherweight) Johnny Eblen vs. Travis Davis (Middleweight)

RISE WORLD SERIES 2023: 2nd Round

ABEMA presents RISE WORLD SERIES 2023 2nd Round takes place on August 26, 2023, at Ota City General Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing event features YA-MAN battling Hiroto Yamaguchi for the inaugural RISE Open Finger Glove -65kg title in the main event. The semifinals of the -54kg Tournament include Kazuki Osaki vs. Toki Tamaru and Shiro Matsumoto vs. Kumandoi Petchyindee. Other fighters like Koki Osaki, Taiga Kawabe, and Kan Nakamura compete across the card.

Thug Rose: Mixed Martial Artist

The inspiring journey of professional MMA fighter and two-time world champion Rose Namajunas. The film documents her circuitous path to success and spotlights Namajunas' rare combination of ferocity, artistry, and vulnerability.

RISE WORLD SERIES 2022 Osaka

The RISE WORLD SERIES OSAKA 2022 takes place on August 21, 2022, at Edion Arena Osaka in Osaka, Japan. This kickboxing event features Petchpanomrung Kiatmoo9 facing Kento Haraguchi for the inaugural RISE Super Lightweight (-65kg) title in the main event. Other fighters include Kaito Ono vs. Samo Petje, Chadd Collins vs. Ryota Nakano, and Kazuki Osaki vs. Sanchai TEPPEN GYM across the card. Additional bouts showcase Masahiko Suzuki, Tapruwan, and Yuma Yamaguchi in various matchups. It’s a standout night in RISE’s 2022 season, broadcast live on ABEMA.

ONE Friday Fights 100: Muangthai vs. Abdulmedzhidov

ONE Friday Fights 100: Muangthai vs. Abdulmedzhidov was a combat sports event produced by ONE Championship that took place on March 14, 2025, at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. A 137-pounds Muay Thai bout between Muangthai P.K.Saenchai and Ibragim Abdulmedzhidov was headlined the event.

RISE WORLD SERIES 2022 Ota

Cygames presents RISE WORLD SERIES 2022 in Ota City takes place on October 15, 2022, at Ota City General Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing event features Kazuki Osaki defending his Super Flyweight (-53kg) title against Kazane in the main event. Other fighters include Taiju Shiratori vs. YA-MAN in a super lightweight bout, Daiki vs. Haruto Yasumoto in featherweight, and Hiroshi Nakamura vs. Lee in a 62.5kg superfight. Additional matchups showcase Kensei Yamakawa and top talent across various weight classes.

RISE WORLD SERIES / SHOOT BOXING KINGS 2022

RISE WORLD SERIES / SHOOTBOXING-KINGS 2022 takes place on December 25, 2022, at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing event features Kento Haraguchi facing Serhiy Adamchuk in a RISE vs. GLORY superfight as the main event. Other key matchups include Petchpanomrung Kiatmoo9 vs. Kosei Yamada in Yamada’s retirement bout, Kaito Ono vs. Stoyan Koprivlenski, and Taiju Shiratori vs. Ilias Banniss. Additional fighters like Shiro Matsumoto, Chadd Collins, and Tessa de Kom compete across RISE and Shootboxing rules. It’s a historic collaboration between RISE, GLORY, and Shootboxing, broadcast live on ABEMA.

RISE ELDORADO 2022

Cygames presents RISE ELDORADO 2022 takes place on April 2, 2022, at Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing event features Tenshin Nasukawa facing Kazane in his RISE Final Match at bantamweight (-55kg) as the main event. Other fighters include Kento Haraguchi vs. Lompetch Y’ZD Gym, Taiju Shiratori vs. Hideki, and Shiro vs. Rui Ebata across the card. Additional bouts showcase Masahiko Suzuki, Koki Osaki, and K-Jee in various weight classes. It’s a landmark night for RISE in 2022, broadcast live on ABEMA.

Fight Girl

Twelve-year-old Bo is a talented but hot-tempered kick boxer. However, Bo is distracted by her fighting parents who are in the middle of a divorce. Bo needs to learn how to control her emotions and at the same time accept the fact she can't control everything.

DEEP JEWELS 48

DEEP JEWELS 48 takes place on March 23, 2025, at New Pier Hall in Tokyo, Japan. This all-women’s MMA showcase features Ayaka Hamasaki facing Moeri Suda in a highly anticipated main event. Other fighters include Yoko Higashi vs. MANA, Hikaru Aono vs. Saiki, and Momoko Yamazaki vs. Jakakichan across the card. Additional bouts highlight Honoka Shigeta vs. HIME and Serina vs. Akipi in a late lineup change.

RISE WORLD SERIES 2024: Final

RISE WORLD SERIES 2024 FINAL, an explosive kickboxing event, takes place at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, showcasing the highly anticipated GLORY RISE Featherweight Grand Prix. The tournament features an eight-man bracket with top competitors like Japan’s Kento Haraguchi, Portugal’s Miguel Trindade, Australia’s Chadd Collins, and Mexico’s Abraham Vidales battling for the featherweight crown. This collaboration between RISE and GLORY brings together elite fighters from around the globe, including Thailand’s Petchpanomrung Kiatmoo9 and Korea’s Sung Hyun Lee, competing in a series of intense superfights. The main event highlights the Grand Prix final, where the semifinals’ victors face off in a 3-round clash with a potential extension round. With 16 fights on the card, this event promises a night of high-level striking action, streamed live on ABEMA for fans worldwide.

Chris Eubank Jr. vs Liam Smith

An all-British showdown will see Chris Eubank Jr take on former world champion Liam Smith at the AO Arena in Manchester.

RISE WORLD SERIES 2023: Final Round

The RUF presents RISE WORLD SERIES 2023 Final Round takes place on December 16, 2023, at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing event features Toki Tamaru facing Kumandoi Petchyindee Academy in the -54kg Tournament final as the main event. Chadd Collins challenges Petchpanomrung for the Super Lightweight title in the co-main event. Other fighters include Kento Haraguchi, Taiju Shiratori, Kazuki Osaki, and Koyuki Miyazaki across the card. It’s the climactic finale of RISE’s 2023 World Series, broadcast live on ABEMA.

RISE 171

RISE 171 event takes place on August 18, 2023, at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing showcase features Kenta Nanbara battling Kongtualai JM Boxing Gym for the vacant Light Heavyweight (-90kg) title in the main event. The co-main event pits Masahiko Suzuki against Imad Salhi in a bantamweight (-55kg) superfight. Other fighters include Manazo Kobayashi vs. Melty Kira, Shuto Miyazaki vs. Shun Shiraishi, and Arina Kobayashi vs. Mai Hanada across the card.

RIZIN 45

RIZIN 45 live from the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. The main event will be a bantamweight title showdown between Juan Archuleta and Kai Asakura. American athlete “The Spaniard” Archuleta picked up the RIZIN title earlier this year and is now looking to add his first title defense. Additionally, the 36-year-old athlete is a former Bellator MMA world champion. Japan’s Kai Asakura is a fan favorite. He and his brother are known for their exciting and tactical style of fighting. Throughout his career, the majority of his wins were captured by way of knockout or TKO. Asakura is coming off a of knockout by way of a knee to the body to earn his title shot.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs Deji

Floyd Mayweather Jr takes on British YouTuber Deji in his latest exhibition bout.

Fierce FC 32

Fierce FC 32 took place Friday, May 31, 2024 with 8 fights at Maverik Center in West Valley City, Utah, USA.

ONE Friday Fights 96: Komawut vs. Panrit 2

ONE Friday Fights 96: Komawut vs. Panrit 2 was a combat sports event produced by ONE Championship that took place on February 7, 2025, at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. A 142-pounds Muay Thai rematch between Komawut FA.Group and Panrit Lukjaomaesaiwaree headlined the event. The pairing previously to met at ONE Friday Fights 29 in August 2023, which Komawut win by majority decision.

Fusion Fight League: Rios vs. Powers

Fusion Fight League took place Friday, September 22, 2023 with 10 fights at Adams Center in Missoula, Montana.

Urijah Faber's A1 Combat 26

Urijah Faber's A1 Combat 26 takes place Friday, February 7, 2025 with 14 fights at Hard Rock Live in Wheatland, California.

Eternal MMA 92

Eternal MMA 92 takes place Saturday, February 8, 2025 with 11 fights at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse in Rosehill, New South Wales, Australia.

UNIFIED MMA 60

Unified MMA 60 took place Friday, January 24, 2025 with 7 fights at Rebel Entertainment Center in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

RIZIN 29

RIZIN 29 live from Maruzen Intec Arena in Osaka, Japan. The even features tournament bouts set in the bantamweight division for both MMA and kickboxing. The MMA affairs are a continuation of the grand prix that kicked off earlier in June at Rizin 28. Several notable stars, including Kai Asakura and Hiromasa Ougikubo, advanced during that night of action. This weekend, veterans Takafumi Otsuka and Masakazu Imanari will try to add their names to that list. Meanwhile, the kickboxing bracket gets underway with the likes of Taiju Shiratori, Ryo Takahashi, Genji Umeno and Kouzi competing for a place in the next round.

UFC 265: Lewis vs. Gane

UFC 265: Lewis vs. Gane was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on August 7, 2021, at the Toyota Center in Houston, Texas, United States. An interim UFC Heavyweight Championship bout between former title challenger Derrick Lewis and Ciryl Gane headlined the event.

Bellator 261: Johnson vs. Moldavsky

Bellator 261: Johnson vs. Moldavsky was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Bellator MMA that took place on June 25, 2021 at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut.

K-1 WORLD GP 2023: K'FESTA 6

The K-1 WORLD GP 2023 ～K’FESTA.6～ takes place on March 12, 2023, at Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing event features Tetsuya Yamato defending his Super Lightweight title against Kenta Hayashi in the main event. Other title fights include Taio Asahisa vs. Yuki Yoza for Lightweight, Hiromi Wajima vs. Jomthong Chuwattana for Super Welterweight, and Akihiro Kaneko vs. Kompetch Sitsarawatsuer for Super Bantamweight. Additional competitors like Masaaki Noiri, Jordann Pikeur, and Gunji Taito appear across the card. It’s K-1’s marquee event of early 2023, showcasing seven championship bouts.

K-1 WORLD GP 2023: Middleweight Championship Tournament

The K-1 WORLD GP 2023 1st Middleweight Championship Tournament takes place on June 3, 2023, at Yokohama Budokan in Yokohama, Japan. This kickboxing event features an eight-man Middleweight Championship Tournament with fighters like Hassan Toy, Shintaro Matsukura, Igor Silva, and Hiromi Wajima. The tournament concludes with Hassan Toy facing Shintaro Matsukura in the final to crown the inaugural champion. Additional bouts include K-Jee vs. Viktor Hugo and Kana Morimoto vs. Funda Alkayis on the card. It’s a historic night for K-1, marking its 30th anniversary with the first middleweight title.

K-1 WORLD GP 2023: Super Welterweight & Women's Flyweight Double Title Match

The K-1 WORLD GP 2023 Super Welterweight & Women's Flyweight Double Title Match takes place on July 17, 2023, at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing event features Daikai Shima defending his Super Welterweight title against Jordann Pikeur in the main event. The co-main event showcases Kana Morimoto defending her Women’s Flyweight title against Mckenna Wade. Other fighters include Masaaki Noiri, Taito Gunji, K-Jee, and Pine Narupon across the card.

K-1 WORLD GP 2020: First Landing Kyushu

The K-1 WORLD GP 2020 JAPAN ～K-1九州初上陸～ takes place on November 2, 2020, at Fukuoka Kokusai Center in Fukuoka, Japan. This kickboxing event features fighters like Masaaki Noiri, Sina Karimian, Kana Morimoto, and Hirotaka Asahisa compete in additional matchups. It marks K-1’s inaugural event in Kyushu with a limited crowd.

K-1 WORLD GP 2020: Winter Crucial

The K-1 WORLD GP 2020 JAPAN Winter Crucial takes place on December 13, 2020, at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing event features Koya Urabe defending his Lightweight title against Yuki Yoza in the main event. Other fighters include Takeru Segawa, Leona Pettas, Hiromi Wajima, and Minoru Kimura across the card. A Welterweight Grand Prix with eight competitors like Kenta Hayashi also highlights the night. It’s K-1’s final major event of 2020.

K-1 WORLD GP 2021: Lightweight Title Match

K-1 WORLD GP 2021 JAPAN Lightweight Title Match takes place on July 17, 2021, at Fukuoka Kokusai Center in Fukuoka, Japan. This kickboxing event features Gonnapar Weerasakreck defending his Lightweight title against Taio Asahisa in the main event. Other fighters include Kenta Hayashi, Koya Urabe, Rukiya Anpo, and Hikaru Hasumi across the card. A notable superfight pits Leona Pettas against Chihiro Nakajima.

K-1 WORLD GP 2022: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament

The K-1 WORLD GP 2022 JAPAN 3rd Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament takes place on February 27, 2022, at Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing event features an eight-man Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament with fighters like Akihiro Kaneko, Masashi Kumura, Shunki Sasaki, and Riamu. Additional bouts include Takeru Segawa vs. Taito Gunji in an exhibition and Kana vs. Ran on the undercard. It’s a defining night for K-1’s super bantamweight division in 2022.

K-1 WORLD GP 2022: K'FESTA 5

The K-1 WORLD GP 2022 JAPAN ～K’FESTA.5～ takes place on April 3, 2022, at Yoyogi National Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing event features Yuki Yoza challenging Taio Asahisa for the Lightweight title in the main event. Other fighters include Takanotsume Tatsuya, Leona Pettas, Kizaemon Saiga, and Minoru Kimura across the card. A notable bout pits Kenta Hayashi against Kona Kato in the welterweight division. It’s K-1’s flagship event of spring 2022.

RISE WORLD SERIES 2019: Final Round

The RISE WORLD SERIES 2019 Final Round takes place on September 16, 2019, at Makuhari Messe Event Hall in Chiba, Japan. This kickboxing event features Tenshin Nasukawa facing Shiro in the -58kg Tournament final to crown the champion. The -61kg Tournament concludes with Taiga battling Chan Hyung Lee for the title. Additional bouts include Mutsuki Ebata vs. Jorge Varela and Kento Haraguchi vs. Lee Sung-hyun.

RISE on ABEMA

Cygames presents RISE on ABEMA event takes place on July 12, 2020, airing live from a private venue in Tokyo, Japan, with no audience due to COVID-19 restrictions. This kickboxing spectacle features Tenshin Nasukawa facing Yuki Kasahara in a -58kg main event bout. Other fighters include Taiju Shiratori vs. Sho Ogawa in a -65kg semifinal and Masahiko Suzuki vs. Wisanlek Meibukai at -58kg. Additional matchups showcase Hiroki Yamamoto vs. Kan Miyagi and Hiroshi Nakamura vs. Kan Miyagi across various weights.

RISE DEAD OR ALIVE 2020: Yokohama

Cygames presents RISE DEAD OR ALIVE YOKOHAMA takes place on October 11, 2020, at Pia Arena MM in Yokohama, Japan. This kickboxing event features an eight-man -63kg Tournament with fighters like Kento Haraguchi, Naoki Tanaka, Taiju Shiratori, and Noah Bey. The final pits Haraguchi against Shiratori to crown the champion. Additional bouts include “Black Panther” Beynoah vs. Hirokatsu Miyagi and Hinata Terayama vs. Erika Gibo.

RISE ELDORADO 2021

Cygames presents RISE ELDORADO 2021 takes place on February 28, 2021, at Yokohama Arena in Yokohama, Japan. This kickboxing event features Tenshin Nasukawa facing Shiro Matsumoto in a -55kg superfight as the main event. The co-main event pits Kento Haraguchi against Taiju Shiratori in a -64kg bout. Other fighters include Masahiko Suzuki, BeyNoah, and Hinata Terayama across the card. It’s RISE’s first major event of 2021, broadcast live on ABEMA.

RISE on ABEMA 2

Cygames presents RISEonABEMA 2021 takes place on May 16, 2021, at a private venue in Tokyo, Japan, with no audience due to restrictions. This kickboxing event features Hinata Terayama defending her RISE QUEEN Mini Flyweight title against AKARI in the main event. Other bouts include Koki Osaki vs. Kazane Nagai and Jin Mandokoro vs. Soma Tameda in Super Flyweight DoA selection matches. An exhibition match showcases Shiro vs. Kazunari Ishii, alongside open-finger glove fights like Kento Haraguchi vs. “Black Panther” BeyNoah.

RISE WORLD SERIES 2021: Osaka

Cygames presents RISE WORLD SERIES 2021 OSAKA takes place on July 18, 2021, at Edion Arena Osaka in Osaka, Japan. This kickboxing event features the opening round of the -53kg DEAD OR ALIVE Tournament with fighters like Kazuki Osaki, Shiro Matsumoto and Jin Mandokoro.

RISE 183

RISE 183 event takes place on November 23, 2024, at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing spectacle features Riku Kazushima defending his Flyweight (-51.5kg) title against Ryujin Nasukawa in the main event. Other bouts include Kakeru vs. Musashi Kutsuwa and Ryoga Terayama vs. Riku Hashimoto on the card.

RISE 174

RISE 174 event takes place on December 10, 2023, at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing showcase features Koki Osaki defending his Bantamweight (-55kg) title against Masahiko Suzuki in the main event. Other fighters include Ryunosuke Omori vs. Jotar Kamiya, Kazuki Miburo vs. Ryu Hanaoka, and Kento Haraguchi vs. Naoki across the card. Additional bouts highlight Jin Mandokoro vs. Shinta Shimizu and Taisei Umei vs. Ryusho Nakajima.

RISE 173

RISE 173 event takes place on November 18, 2023, at Korakuen Hall in Tokyo, Japan. This kickboxing showcase features Jin Mandokoro facing Ryu Hanaoka in the Super Flyweight Tournament final to crown the division’s champion. The co-main event pits Erika defending her Mini Flyweight title against Arina Kobayashi. Other fighters include Haruto Yasumoto, Kaito Hasegawa, and Wakana Miyazaki across the card.

RISE WORLD SERIES 2023: 1st Round

RISE WORLD SERIES 2023 1st Round takes place on July 2, 2023, at Edion Arena Osaka in Osaka, Japan. This kickboxing event features the opening round of the -54kg Grand Prix with fighters like Shiro Matsumoto vs. Ruben Seoane, Kazuki Osaki vs. Aiman Lahmar, Toki Tamaru vs. Petchsila Wor Auracha, and Kumandoi Petchyindee vs. Mohamed Kloua. Kento Haraguchi faces Anvar Boynazarov in a non-tournament superfight headlining the card. Additional bouts include Chan Hyung Lee vs. Yuma Yamaguchi and Jin Mandokoro vs. Kazane Nagai. It’s the explosive start to RISE’s 2023 World Series, broadcast live on ABEMA.