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Flyweight Makes Monumental Waves in Return Contest in UFC

Returning to the UFC after almost a decade away, Kyoji Horiguchi reminded fans that he is still far and away one of the top flyweight fighters on the planet at UFC Qatar.

Kyoji Horiguchi Made Way Back to Octagon After Lengthy Hiatus Abroad

Making his first appearance in the promotion after 3,290 days, Kyoji Horiguchi was seen as a major attraction heading into the UFC’s debut event in Qatar. Exiting the company with an initial record of 7-1 inside the Octagon, the Japanese star went on a crusade in some of the other most notable organizations in the world, compiling a name for himself as a top athlete outside the UFC.