"Hiromasa Ougikubo claimed the flyweight strap on New Year's Eve, completing his run through the Rizin Fighting Federation grand prix with a unanimous decision triumph against Yuki Motoya."
"After suffering a three-bout losing streak from September 2022 to July 2023, the 39-year-old Japanese standout has rallied to win five consecutive outings - all via decision - under the Rizin banner."
"Takahashi, meanwhile, has been victorious in four of his last five fights, kicking off his 2026 campaign with a first-round submission triumph against Nkazimulo Zulo at Rizin 'Landmark Vol. 13'."
Hiromasa Ougikubo is set to defend his 125-pound flyweight title against Makoto Takahashi at Rizin 'Landmark Vol. 14' on June 6 in Sendai, Japan. Ougikubo won the title on New Year's Eve after defeating Yuki Motoya. He has bounced back from a three-bout losing streak to secure five consecutive decision victories. Takahashi has also been performing well, winning four of his last five fights, including a first-round submission victory at Rizin 'Landmark Vol. 13'.
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