Rizin 53 scheduled for May 10 in Kobe, Japan

The Japanese mixed martial arts promotion Rizin has announced that Rizin 53 will take place on May 10 in Kobe, Japan. This marks another event in the promotion's ongoing 2026 schedule. The announcement was made via official channels, though specific fight matchups have not yet been detailed. Rizin continues to be a major player in the Asian MMA landscape. Further details about the card are expected to be released in the coming weeks.