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Van-Taira compared to Moreno-Figueiredo rivalry for new generation

May 11, 2026, 5:52 AM
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Joshua Van and Tatsuro Taira's matchup is being compared to the Moreno versus Figueiredo rivalry but for a younger generation of fans. Analysts believe these two fighters will compete for the flyweight title in the future, with Taira expected to return and Van remaining a fixture in title contention. The post also discusses Khamzat Chimaev's cardio issues, suggesting he may have been preparing for a light heavyweight debut before plans changed at the last minute. Alexander Volkov continues to benefit from controversial judging decisions, with his second consecutive close fight being scored in his favor. The analysis questions whether high-level sports science preparation could have resulted in Chimaev only having cardio for one round.

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