Takagi Rallies Through Miyake’s Submission Threat at RIZIN
Ryo Takagi defeated Kisa Miyake by unanimous decision at RIZIN.51 on September 28, 2025, in Nagoya, Japan. All three judges favored Takagi after three rounds in their featherweight matchup.
Miyake threatens early
Takagi’s initial takedown attempt led to trouble when Miyake countered and moved onto his back, threatening a choke. Takagi escaped and returned to his striking, landing jabs and calf kicks while Miyake tried to keep him near the ropes.
The second round featured more exchanges of leg kicks and jabs. Takagi completed a takedown from a punching combination, but Miyake did not remain on the ground for long.
Takagi finishes with cleaner striking
An accidental clash of heads caused a cut near Takagi’s right eye in the third round and prompted a doctor’s check. The bout resumed, and Takagi continued landing with his jab, combinations and kicks. He also shook off another attempt to get behind him. The unanimous verdict rewarded his recovery from the early submission danger and his work over the remainder of the contest.
