"Mix had a fantastic run with Bellator MMA, winning that promotion's bantamweight grand prix and undisputed title, before arriving in the UFC last year an floundering. Two lackluster showing saw him bounced from the company, but he has landed on his feet, getting main event billing at RIZIN 52 against Kyoma Akimoto."
"The Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan plays host to RIZIN 52 on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The action streams live via RIZIN.tv getting underway at 11PM ET, 8PM PT on March 6 for fight fans in the west."
Patchy Mix returns to competition at RIZIN 52 in Tokyo on March 7, 2026, headlining against Kyoma Akimoto at featherweight. Mix previously won Bellator's bantamweight grand prix and undisputed title before joining the UFC last year, where two poor performances led to his release. He has now secured main event status with RIZIN Fighting Federation. Canadian flyweight Tony Laramie also competes on the card against Takaki Soya, seeking his third consecutive RIZIN victory. The event takes place at Ariake Arena with live streaming on RIZIN.tv beginning at 11PM ET on March 6.
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