Tatsuro Taira confirmed flashes of brilliance in his first octagon headliner Saturday at UFC on ESPN 58, even when it didn’t finish in essentially the most satisfying approach.
Taira (16-0 MMA, 6-0 UFC) received a second-round TKO over Alex Perez (24-9 MMA, 6-5 UFC) within the flyweight fundamental occasion on the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, however the end got here after a sequence wherein Perez damage his knee whereas attempting to fend off an uncommon takedown try.
Nonetheless, Taira’s standing as one of many high prospects at 125 kilos and within the UFC total continues to rise, and he’s in place for one thing vital going ahead.
What comes subsequent for the undefeated Japanese sensation? Watch the video above for ideas and evaluation on Taira’s future after UFC on ESPN 58.
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