Rizin 42 Results: Asakura Stops Motoya
Rizin 42 unfolded with a spectacular array of fights at the Tokyo Ariake Arena, showcasing the best of mixed martial arts and kickboxing. The event, which took place on May 6, 2023, featured a stacked card that had fight fans on the edge of their seats.
In the main event, former RIZIN bantamweight champion Kai Asakura delivered a stunning performance, securing a third-round knockout victory over Yuki Motoya with a devastating knee to the body. This win not only extended Asakura’s impressive record but also set up a highly anticipated fight for the vacant bantamweight title against Juan Archuleta, a former Bellator bantamweight champion who also emerged victorious on the night with a decision win over Naoki Inoue.
The event was not just about the bantamweights, though. The card featured a mix of MMA and kickboxing bouts, with notable appearances from UFC veteran John Dodson, who won his fight by decision, and the legendary Buakaw Banchamek, whose kickboxing match against Rukiya Anpo ended in a majority draw.
Roberto Satoshi Souza, the lightweight standout, continued his winning ways with a unanimous decision victory, further cementing his status in the promotion. The event also saw a variety of finishes, from knockouts to submissions, including a Von Flue choke by Kazumasa Majima and a calf kick TKO by Viktor Kolesnik.
Rizin 42 was evidence of the promotion’s ability to deliver high-octane action and serve as a platform for fighters to showcase their skills on a global stage. With the bantamweight title fight on the horizon and a roster brimming with talent, the future of RIZIN Fighting Federation looks brighter than ever. Fans are already looking forward to the next event, where the best fighters from around the world will once again converge to battle it out in the ring.
Selected Bout Results
- Kai Asakura defeated Yuki Motoya by KO (Knee to the Body); round 3, 2:25.
- Juan Archuleta defeated Naoki Inoue by Decision (Unanimous); round 3, 5:00.
- Roberto Satoshi de Souza defeated Spike Carlyle by Decision (Unanimous); round 3, 5:00.
- Ren Sugiyama defeated Kota Miura by KO (Knee and Punches); round 1, 3:13.
- John Dodson defeated Tatsuki Saomoto by Decision (Unanimous); round 3, 5:00.
- Kazumasa Majima defeated Takahiro Ashida by Technical Submission (Shoulder Choke); round 1, 4:43.
- Yuta Sasaki defeated Boyd Allen by Decision (Unanimous); round 3, 5:00.
- Viktor Kolesnik defeated Atsushi Kishimoto by TKO (Leg Kick); round 2, 2:57.
Sources
RIZIN official results archive: events 41–45; Sherdog: RIZIN event archive; Event results record.
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Rizin 42, Rizin, Mixed Martial Arts, Event Results
