Yuki Ito claimed a TKO victory over Alibek Gadjamatov in a RIZIN flyweight contest. Ito found himself in danger after being caught in a figure-four lock, but escaped and set up an anaconda choke before cornering a dazed Gadjamatov and finishing him with a barrage of punches.
Yuki Ito delivered a dramatic TKO victory over Alibek Gadjamatov in a flyweight contest on the RIZIN card, finishing his opponent with a flurry of punches after a turbulent sequence that swung dramatically in both directions.
The bout was anything but straightforward. Gadjamatov threatened early when he locked Ito into a figure-four hold, putting the Japanese fighter in genuine danger. Ito managed to escape, however, and immediately turned the tables, transitioning into an anaconda choke attempt that put Gadjamatov on the defensive. From there, Ito pressed forward, cornering a visibly dazed Gadjamatov and unloading a barrage of punches until the stoppage was called.
The finish highlighted Ito's composure under pressure and his ability to shift from survival mode to aggressor in a matter of seconds — a sequence that will stand as one of the more memorable moments from the event.
Why it matters
- The victory demonstrates Ito's grappling resilience, escaping a dangerous submission hold before converting his own offense into a finish.
- A TKO win in RIZIN's flyweight division adds meaningful momentum for Ito in a competitive weight class.
- Gadjamatov's submission threat showed early promise, but the loss raises questions about his durability once the momentum shifted.
