The UFC Flyweight division is hot right now.
Just a few days ago at UFC 331 Joshua Van cemented his reign atop the 125-pound lodge violent decision wins over the former division king Alexandre Pantoja. Since is expect to face Manel Cape in his next title defense, but otherwise the division is wide open to any contender looking to make a shot at UFC gold.
Kyoji Horiguchiformer UFC title challenger and RIZIN champion can be counted on this list.
According to the first report Leo in GuimaraesHoriguchi has booked his return against the rising prospect from Kazakhstan, Asu Almabayev. The duo are now scheduled to face each other on November 21 while still developing UFC Qatar event. The card is the campaign’s second visit to Qatar since last November Event hosted by Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker.
This is an important fight in each man’s career and for the flyweight division as a whole. Horiguchi looked incredible against Kape, picking parts and fighting the knockout artist until one right bomb changed everything. Prior to this defeat, Horiguchi had reestablished himself as a top contender by dominating Tagir Ulanbekov and Amir Albazi.
Who will leave Doha victorious?
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