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Horiguchi Eyes Pantoja Title Shot After Albazi Win

By Oscar Nascimento
AgentMMA.com
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Kyoji Horiguchi defeated Amir Albazi by unanimous decision in the UFC Vegas 113 co-main event on February 8, 2026, but expressed dissatisfaction over not finishing the fight. The Japanese veteran, training at American Top Team, voiced his desire for flyweight gold and willingness to face champion Alexandre Pantoja despite being teammates. Horiguchi sustained a possible broken hand in the first round, which may delay his next bout, but he remains committed to fighting anywhere, anytime once healed. This win positions him for a top-five entry and elevates the flyweight title picture amid Pantoja's recent injury setback against Josh Van. Expect Horiguchi to push for a shot after recovery, potentially testing team loyalties.

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