Kyoji Horiguchi Shares Message After UFC Vegas 113 Win, Reveals He Fought Injured
Kyoji Horiguchi has a message for fans following his most recent win over Amir Albazi at UFC Vegas 113.
The former Bellator and RIZIN champion returned to the UFC last year with a bang by submitting Tagir Ulanbekov in November.
Earlier tonight, Horiguchi delivered another tactical master class, this time against Albazi. ‘Karate Kid’ showcased speed, superior striking, elite movement, and takedown defense en route to a unanimous decision win.
Even though the 35-year-old got his hand raised, he stated during the octagon interview that this was not his best performance and that he would improve in his next outing.
The Japanese fighter wants to fight for the title and is unbeaten in his last eight fights.
After the UFC Vegas 113 win, Kyoji Horiguchi took to X with a heartfelt message for fans and also informed them about his hand injury:
“Thank you for watching my fight‼︎ I was able to win the fight. Next, I’ll train hard again at ATT so I can deliver my absolute best performance when the next chance comes! I injured my hand, so I’m heading back to Florida to get it checked out. I’m really glad I could win. Thank you all so much for sending me tons of power! #UFCVegas113” [Translated from Japanese]
Check out Kyoji Horiguchi’s comments below:
Kyoji Horiguchi broke his hand in the first round at UFC Vegas 113
Kyoji Horiguchi revealed during the post-fight presser that he broke his hand in the first round against Amir Albazi but decided to throw punches anyway. He said:
“I think first round [I broke my hand]… Doesn’t matter, pain. Throw, throw.”
Check out Kyoji Horiguchi’s comments below:
‘Karate Kid’ added that despite the injury, his game plan did not change as he could endure the pain and land the better shots than Albazi.
