Yoshinori Horie Stops Sho Patrick Usami at RIZIN LANDMARK 16
On October 3, 2026, RIZIN Fighting Federation brought its LANDMARK series to Nagasaki, Japan, for RIZIN LANDMARK 16 in NAGASAKI, headlined by a highly anticipated showdown between hometown favorite Yoshinori Horie and hard-hitting contender Sho Patrick Usami. The main event lived up to its billing, producing an action-packed battle that ended with Horie securing a dramatic second-round stoppage victory in front of a passionate local crowd. [ufcalendar.com], [efight.jp]
Yoshinori Horie and Sho Patrick Usami Deliver a Main Event War
From the opening bell, both fighters wasted little time establishing an aggressive pace. Usami looked dangerous early with his striking, while Horie mixed his offense by combining stand-up exchanges with repeated takedown attempts.
The first round featured plenty of momentum swings as the fighters traded heavy shots on the feet. Usami showcased solid takedown defense, forcing Horie to work hard for every grappling opportunity. Despite Usami’s success in keeping the fight upright for stretches, Horie remained relentless in his pursuit of control and continued to pressure forward.
The turning point of the opening frame came in the closing seconds when Horie connected with a powerful knee strike that visibly hurt Usami. The strike provided a significant momentum boost for the Nagasaki native heading into the second round and hinted that the fight could be nearing a dramatic finish.
Horie’s Grappling Takes Over in Round Two
The second round resumed with the same intensity that defined the first.
Usami continued to fire back with powerful punches and remained dangerous in the striking exchanges. However, Horie gradually began imposing his grappling game more effectively. His pressure and ability to transition between striking and wrestling created increasing problems for Usami as the round progressed.
Once Horie established top position, the tide shifted decisively in his favor. Using strong positional control, he began unloading damaging ground-and-pound while preventing Usami from escaping or improving his position.
As the punishment mounted, Horie unleashed a series of crushing elbows from the top. The sustained barrage left the referee with little choice but to intervene, bringing the contest to an end midway through the second round.
Official Result
Yoshinori Horie def. Sho Patrick Usami via TKO (referee stoppage due to elbows and ground-and-pound), Round 2. [ufcalendar.com], [next-fight.com]
The victory marked one of the biggest moments of Horie’s career, as he earned a statement win in the main event of RIZIN’s debut event in Nagasaki.
Respect Shown After the Battle
Despite the intensity of the contest, both athletes demonstrated tremendous sportsmanship after the stoppage. Following the official result, Horie and Usami shared mutual respect, acknowledging each other’s efforts after an exhausting and entertaining fight.
The display served as a reminder of the professionalism and competitive spirit that continue to define elite mixed martial arts competition.
Horie Celebrates a Memorable Hometown Victory
During his post-fight interview, Horie expressed gratitude to the fans who came out to support the historic Nagasaki event. Competing in front of his hometown supporters added extra significance to the victory, and Horie made it clear that delivering a memorable performance for those fans was a major source of motivation.
With an aggressive striking attack, persistent wrestling pressure, and a fight-ending display of ground-and-pound, Horie gave his local supporters exactly what they hoped to see.
For a fighter competing under the bright lights of a main event in his home region, the win represented far more than another result on his professional record. It was a statement performance, a celebration of hometown pride, and a reminder that Yoshinori Horie remains a dangerous force in the RIZIN ranks.
Sources
- RIZIN LANDMARK 16 in NAGASAKI event information (eFight): https://efight.jp/jump_schedule-20261003_1736121
- RIZIN LANDMARK 16 in NAGASAKI results (UFCalendar): https://www.ufcalendar.com/events/rizin-2026-10-03
- RIZIN LANDMARK 16 in NAGASAKI event listing (Tapology): https://www.tapology.com/fightcenter/events/146048-rizin-landmark-16-in-nagasaki
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