Ayaka Miura Can Hold her Head High in Defeat against Danielle Kelly
A massive underdog, Ayaka Miura pitted her Judo acumen against well-versed BJJ ace Danielle Kelly. The submission rules bout was the 2nd of the main card…
February 2023
“Zombie” Ayaka Miura Returns from Injury to Grapple Danielle Kelly at One Fight Night 7
Main Image: Ayaka Miura efficiently utilizing her trademark “Kesa Gatame” Scarf hold. It has been a turbulent year for Ayaka “Zombie” Miura. After utilizing her signature…
Chihiro Sawada Secures 2nd round Submission at One Friday Fights 5
No stranger to competition, Sawada wrestled from an early age, compiling medals for over 10 years before winning the Asian Junior Championships and 2018 All…
One Friday Fights 5 Sees Highly Anticipated Debut of Women’s Shooto Atomweight Champion Chihiro Sawada
Debut on a Global Stage One Championships Friday Fights 5 has largely flown under the radar, with the line-up for tomorrow’s event only finalised very…
The Mechanics of the Rear Naked Choke
The Rear Naked Choke is a finishing move in martial arts and one of the most effective submissions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and Mixed Martial…
The Importance of Karate Kata
Karate, a Japanese martial art, has a rich history and tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation. One of the key components…
Remembering Karl Gotch
Karl Gotch was a German professional wrestler and trainer who made a significant impact on the world of wrestling. Born on August 8, 1924, in…
Remembering the UWF in Japan
The history of the Universal Wrestling Federation (UWF) in Japan is a rich and storied one, tracing its roots back to the mid-1980s and the…
A Short History of MMA in Japan
Mixed martial arts (MMA) has a rich history in Japan, dating back to the early days of the sport. The roots of MMA can be…
