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Rizin 51: 4 of the Best Performances

This past weekend, Rizin held Rizin 51 from Nagoya at the newly opened IG Arena. Drawing a reported crowd of 17,000, the show had many highlights. They ranged from the finals of the heavyweight Grand Prix, the semi-finals of the flyweight Grand Prix, two title fights, and one of the craziest fights of the year.

Rizin 51: Genji Umeno

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Genji Umeno went to war with Ryusei Ashizawa in a FOTY candidate at Rizin 51. Photo courtesy of Rizin FF.

Genji Umeno (2-0) has joined the long list of kickboxers who have transitioned to MMA.