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(Aug 1, 2024 9pm CEST)",{"data":35},{"attributes":36},{"slogan":37,"social_links":38},"The Home of Kickboxing.",{"networks":39},[40,43,46,49,52,55],{"name":41,"url":42},"twitter","https://twitter.com/Beyond_Kick",{"name":44,"url":45},"instagram","https://www.instagram.com/beyondkickboxing",{"name":47,"url":48},"facebook","https://www.facebook.com/BeyondKickboxing",{"name":50,"url":51},"youtube","https://www.youtube.com/c/KickboxingWorldYT",{"name":53,"url":54},"discord","https://discord.gg/bKNuqhj8Me",{"name":56,"url":10},"patreon",{"article":58},{"data":59},{"id":60,"attributes":61},"943",{"slug":62,"title":63,"category":64,"excerpt":65,"content":66,"processedContent":67,"publishedAt":68,"updatedAt":69,"authors":70,"cover":76,"tags":118,"ranking":130,"events":131,"seo":171},"k-1-world-max-2026-upsets-shake-up-the-tournament-field-three-k-1-titles-change-hands","K-1 World MAX 2026: Upsets Shake up The Tournament Field, Three K-1 Titles Change Hands","news","The K-1 World MAX 2026 went down at the Kokuritsu Yoyogi Kyōgijō.\n","\u003Cp>The K-1 World MAX Round of 16 finally got underway after a year-long qualification process that saw a new wave of challengers emerge and shake up the 70 kg landscape, and they certainly delivered on that promise. \u003C/p>\u003Cp>The event also featured five additional title fights, where once again, a series of upsets shook up the established order.\u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size:27px;\">\u003Cstrong>K-1 TITLE FIGHTS\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\u003Chr>\u003Cp>{Ryota Ishida} was the newly crowned K-1 Featherweight (-57.5 kg) champion and had looked flawless in his ascent up the rankings. Opposite him was K-1 fan favorite {Rui Okubo}. Struggling to make the 55 kg limit, Okubo decided to move up a division in his quest to finally win a K-1 title.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The fight was as high-level and competitive as advertised, with both fighters showcasing their hand speed and clean technique.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Okubo_b2696c3344.webp\" alt=\"Okubo.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Okubo_b2696c3344.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Okubo_b2696c3344.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Okubo_b2696c3344.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Okubo_b2696c3344.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>After two close rounds that possibly saw Ishida holding the advantage, Okubo found a stiff left hook while pressuring that landed perfectly, stopping Ishida in his tracks. The champion was unable to beat the count, and Okubo was crowned the new champion.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Okubo2_b4d4031c47.webp\" alt=\"Okubo2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Okubo2_b4d4031c47.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Okubo2_b4d4031c47.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Okubo2_b4d4031c47.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Okubo2_b4d4031c47.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>In the post-fight interview, Okubo expressed his intention to move up in weight, calling out his teammate, K-1 Super Featherweight (-60 kg) champion {Tomoya Yokoyama}.\u003C/p>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>“I’m looking at the world stage. Tomoya, I’m coming for you!”\u003C/p>\u003C/blockquote>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Okubo3_9b5b393228.webp\" alt=\"Okubo3.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Okubo3_9b5b393228.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Okubo3_9b5b393228.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Okubo3_9b5b393228.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Okubo3_9b5b393228.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>“I don’t think I can simply give up the belt just yet. I want to defend it properly first, and then, with an eye on competing on the world stage, I want to keep moving up through the weight classes\", Okubo added.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Riamu_ace246c341.webp\" alt=\"Riamu.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Riamu_ace246c341.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Riamu_ace246c341.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Riamu_ace246c341.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Riamu_ace246c341.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>In their second clash, {Riamu} was able to overcome long-time K-1 Super Bantamweight (-55 kg) champion {Akihiro Kaneko}.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Kaneko was unable to play to his strengths, with Riamu proving to be the faster and more agile fighter. He scored primarily with fast low kicks and lead-leg middle kicks, keeping the champion at his preferred range and preventing him from establishing his usual rhythm.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Riamu2_e53d80534e.webp\" alt=\"Riamu2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Riamu2_e53d80534e.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Riamu2_e53d80534e.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Riamu2_e53d80534e.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Riamu2_e53d80534e.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>After three rounds, all three judges scored the bout in favor of the challenger, making it two new K-1 champions in two fights.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Perhaps the biggest title underdog of the night, {Samuel Seiko Nagasawa} was able to upset {Yuzuki Satomi} for the K-1 Lightweight (62.5 kg) title.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Satomi had previously knocked out Nagasawa four years earlier, and early in the fight, it looked as though history would repeat itself. Just seconds into the bout, Satomi dropped the advancing challenger with a massive left hand and poured on the pressure.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Samuel_5524422913.webp\" alt=\"Samuel.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Samuel_5524422913.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Samuel_5524422913.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Samuel_5524422913.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Samuel_5524422913.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>Nagasawa weathered the early storm and began chipping away at Satomi’s midsection, occasionally landing big blows upstairs. Eventually, he dropped the reigning champion.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Samuel2_3f69ee93c0.webp\" alt=\"Samuel2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Samuel2_3f69ee93c0.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Samuel2_3f69ee93c0.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Samuel2_3f69ee93c0.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Samuel2_3f69ee93c0.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>With Satomi still hurt, Nagasawa immediately jumped on him, forcing the referee to step in and wave off the fight, crowning Nagasawa the new champion.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Samuel3_af4e1306fb.webp\" alt=\"Samuel3.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Samuel3_af4e1306fb.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Samuel3_af4e1306fb.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Samuel3_af4e1306fb.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Samuel3_af4e1306fb.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>Up at 60 kg, reigning Super Featherweight champion {Tomoya Yokoyama} had his hands full with Cambodian challenger {Thun Menghong}.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Much like many of his countrymen, Menghong pressured Yokoyama relentlessly, showcasing his excellent chin as he took one punch to dish out two of his own. After hurting Yokoyama, Menghong confidently took the opening round.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Menghong_c0a1233c7a.webp\" alt=\"Menghong.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Menghong_c0a1233c7a.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Menghong_c0a1233c7a.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Menghong_c0a1233c7a.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Menghong_c0a1233c7a.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>As the second round started, Yokoyama decided to bite down on his mouthpiece and trade with the challenger rather than fight off the back foot. With his superior boxing skills, he was able to find an opening and drop Menghong after a long flurry.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Tomoya_2c322761f6.webp\" alt=\"Tomoya.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Tomoya_2c322761f6.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Tomoya_2c322761f6.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Tomoya_2c322761f6.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Tomoya_2c322761f6.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>The challenger wasn't discouraged and remained willing to trade shots with Yokoyama, but he was dropped yet again.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Tomoya2_ff45e10d82.webp\" alt=\"Tomoya2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Tomoya2_ff45e10d82.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Tomoya2_ff45e10d82.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Tomoya2_ff45e10d82.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Tomoya2_ff45e10d82.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>He got back to his feet, only for Yokoyama to find a crushing left straight for the third knockdown. Menghong was unable to beat the count, giving Yokoyama a highlight-reel knockout and allowing him to become the first champion of the night to successfully defend his title.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>With Cambodia's growing involvement in K-1, one can only hope that Menghong gets another opportunity to compete in Japan.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>{Taio Asahisa} passed his first title defense as K-1 Super Lightweight (-65 kg) champion with flying colors.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Taio2_0bc6aa2dc6.webp\" alt=\"Taio2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Taio2_0bc6aa2dc6.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Taio2_0bc6aa2dc6.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Taio2_0bc6aa2dc6.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Taio2_0bc6aa2dc6.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>Putting on a kicking showcase against {Alassane Kamara}, the Japanese fighter displayed an impressive variety of shots and excellent selection, mixing in middle kicks, calf kicks, toe kicks, and axe kicks throughout the bout to earn the nod from the judges.\u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size:27px;\">\u003Cstrong>K-1 World MAX 2026\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\u003Chr>\u003Cp>Alassane’s brother, {Alfousseynou Kamara}, was unfortunately also unable to get the win today, as he faced off against Brazil’s {Jones Coliseu}. \u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Caliseu_6b275dbb13.webp\" alt=\"Caliseu.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Caliseu_6b275dbb13.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Caliseu_6b275dbb13.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Caliseu_6b275dbb13.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Caliseu_6b275dbb13.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>In a fairly low-output fight, Coliseu found two crushing left hooks that dropped Kamara and ultimately stopped him in the third round, advancing to the Final 8 in December.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Australia’s hope in the K-1 tournament, {Zack Pankhurst}, looked sharp and technical as he took a decision over {Winner PK Saenchai}.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The Thai fighter, who entered the tournament as a relatively unknown variable, looked excellent offensively, showcasing a sharp left switch kick, but struggled defensively as Pankhurst repeatedly found his uppercuts and did enough to sway the judges in his favor. \u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Zack_Pankhurst_618c1fa8a6.webp\" alt=\"ZackPankhurst.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Zack_Pankhurst_618c1fa8a6.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Zack_Pankhurst_618c1fa8a6.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Zack_Pankhurst_618c1fa8a6.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Zack_Pankhurst_618c1fa8a6.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>With both fighters scoring a knockdown, it made for an intriguing and competitive affair.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Cambodia’s representative, {Lorn Panha}, was tasked with overcoming heavy-hitting {Kazuki Matsumoto}, who marched forward with his head down and hands high, throwing heavy leather. \u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Lorn_1a89a84739.webp\" alt=\"Lorn.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Lorn_1a89a84739.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Lorn_1a89a84739.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Lorn_1a89a84739.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Lorn_1a89a84739.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>However, Matsumoto eventually fell short against Panha’s constant knees and middle kicks, which allowed the Cambodian to control the fight and earn the decision.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>{Jayjay Morris} was able to cruise to a decision victory over late replacement {Vitor Toffanelli}. Originally scheduled to enter the K-1 MAX tournament, Jonathan Aiulu was unable to compete after suffering a large cut to his forehead, forcing Toffanelli to step in on short notice. \u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Morris_c42e1d797f.webp\" alt=\"Morris.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Morris_c42e1d797f.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Morris_c42e1d797f.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Morris_c42e1d797f.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Morris_c42e1d797f.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>Morris scored a knockdown early, but Toffanelli was able to hang with him over the full nine minutes, although he ultimately couldn't overcome the difference between the two fighters.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>{Vladimir Tulaev}, perhaps now the new favorite alongside {Jonas Salsicha}, dominated former K-1 tournament champion {Stoyan Koprivlenski}. \u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Vladimir_e1c01f6668.webp\" alt=\"Vladimir.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Vladimir_e1c01f6668.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Vladimir_e1c01f6668.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Vladimir_e1c01f6668.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Vladimir_e1c01f6668.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>Sending Koprivlenski to the canvas three times, all with his left hook, Tulaev put the tournament on notice, eventually putting Koprivlenski to sleep with yet another crushing left hook.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Vladimir2_21fd9201f2.webp\" alt=\"Vladimir2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Vladimir2_21fd9201f2.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Vladimir2_21fd9201f2.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Vladimir2_21fd9201f2.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Vladimir2_21fd9201f2.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>{Kacper Muszyński} and {Serhii Adamchuk} put on a closely contested fight, with neither fighter able to establish a clear advantage through the opening three rounds. \u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Kacper_cc4d39b38f.webp\" alt=\"Kacper.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Kacper_cc4d39b38f.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Kacper_cc4d39b38f.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Kacper_cc4d39b38f.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Kacper_cc4d39b38f.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>After the judges scored the bout a draw, the fight went to an extension round, where Muszyński’s forward pressure and willingness to engage ultimately gave him the edge, earning him a narrow 2-1 decision victory.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>{Darryl Verdonk} was unable to build on his recent momentum against the tricky {Lorenzo Di Vara}, who used his stance switches, counters, and sharp kicking game to frustrate the former finalist.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Di_Vara2_e18378a7ef.webp\" alt=\"DiVara2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Di_Vara2_e18378a7ef.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Di_Vara2_e18378a7ef.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Di_Vara2_e18378a7ef.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Di_Vara2_e18378a7ef.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>After dropping Verdonk with a left straight in the second round, Di Vara stayed composed through the final round to secure a clear 3-0 decision and advance to the Final 8.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Reigning K-1 World MAX champion {Jonas Salsicha} overcame a tricky challenge from {Zhora Akopyan}, who used his low kicks and long-range counters to keep the Brazilian from settling into his rhythm early on. \u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Salsicha_993a92e574.webp\" alt=\"Salsicha.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Salsicha_993a92e574.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Salsicha_993a92e574.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Salsicha_993a92e574.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Salsicha_993a92e574.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>Salsicha gradually took control as the fight progressed, hurting Akopyan with his knees and long punches in the third round before earning a clear 3-0 decision and booking his place in the December finals.\u003C/p>","\u003Cp>The K-1 World MAX Round of 16 finally got underway after a year-long qualification process that saw a new wave of challengers emerge and shake up the 70 kg landscape, and they certainly delivered on that promise. \u003C/p>\u003Cp>The event also featured five additional title fights, where once again, a series of upsets shook up the established order.\u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size:27px;\">\u003Cstrong>K-1 TITLE FIGHTS\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\u003Chr>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan data-tag=\"ryota-ishida\">Ryota Ishida\u003C/span> was the newly crowned K-1 Featherweight (-57.5 kg) champion and had looked flawless in his ascent up the rankings. Opposite him was K-1 fan favorite \u003Cspan data-tag=\"rui-okubo\">Rui Okubo\u003C/span>. Struggling to make the 55 kg limit, Okubo decided to move up a division in his quest to finally win a K-1 title.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The fight was as high-level and competitive as advertised, with both fighters showcasing their hand speed and clean technique.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Okubo_b2696c3344.webp\" alt=\"Okubo.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Okubo_b2696c3344.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Okubo_b2696c3344.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Okubo_b2696c3344.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Okubo_b2696c3344.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>After two close rounds that possibly saw Ishida holding the advantage, Okubo found a stiff left hook while pressuring that landed perfectly, stopping Ishida in his tracks. The champion was unable to beat the count, and Okubo was crowned the new champion.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Okubo2_b4d4031c47.webp\" alt=\"Okubo2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Okubo2_b4d4031c47.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Okubo2_b4d4031c47.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Okubo2_b4d4031c47.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Okubo2_b4d4031c47.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>In the post-fight interview, Okubo expressed his intention to move up in weight, calling out his teammate, K-1 Super Featherweight (-60 kg) champion \u003Cspan data-tag=\"tomoya-yokoyama\">Tomoya Yokoyama\u003C/span>.\u003C/p>\u003Cblockquote>\u003Cp>“I’m looking at the world stage. Tomoya, I’m coming for you!”\u003C/p>\u003C/blockquote>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Okubo3_9b5b393228.webp\" alt=\"Okubo3.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Okubo3_9b5b393228.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Okubo3_9b5b393228.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Okubo3_9b5b393228.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Okubo3_9b5b393228.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>“I don’t think I can simply give up the belt just yet. I want to defend it properly first, and then, with an eye on competing on the world stage, I want to keep moving up through the weight classes\", Okubo added.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Riamu_ace246c341.webp\" alt=\"Riamu.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Riamu_ace246c341.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Riamu_ace246c341.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Riamu_ace246c341.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Riamu_ace246c341.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>In their second clash, \u003Cspan data-tag=\"riamu\">Riamu\u003C/span> was able to overcome long-time K-1 Super Bantamweight (-55 kg) champion \u003Cspan data-tag=\"akihiro-kaneko\">Akihiro Kaneko\u003C/span>.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Kaneko was unable to play to his strengths, with Riamu proving to be the faster and more agile fighter. He scored primarily with fast low kicks and lead-leg middle kicks, keeping the champion at his preferred range and preventing him from establishing his usual rhythm.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Riamu2_e53d80534e.webp\" alt=\"Riamu2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Riamu2_e53d80534e.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Riamu2_e53d80534e.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Riamu2_e53d80534e.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Riamu2_e53d80534e.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>After three rounds, all three judges scored the bout in favor of the challenger, making it two new K-1 champions in two fights.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Perhaps the biggest title underdog of the night, Samuel Seiko Nagasawa was able to upset \u003Cspan data-tag=\"yuzuki-satomi\">Yuzuki Satomi\u003C/span> for the K-1 Lightweight (62.5 kg) title.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Satomi had previously knocked out Nagasawa four years earlier, and early in the fight, it looked as though history would repeat itself. Just seconds into the bout, Satomi dropped the advancing challenger with a massive left hand and poured on the pressure.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Samuel_5524422913.webp\" alt=\"Samuel.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Samuel_5524422913.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Samuel_5524422913.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Samuel_5524422913.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Samuel_5524422913.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>Nagasawa weathered the early storm and began chipping away at Satomi’s midsection, occasionally landing big blows upstairs. Eventually, he dropped the reigning champion.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Samuel2_3f69ee93c0.webp\" alt=\"Samuel2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Samuel2_3f69ee93c0.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Samuel2_3f69ee93c0.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Samuel2_3f69ee93c0.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Samuel2_3f69ee93c0.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>With Satomi still hurt, Nagasawa immediately jumped on him, forcing the referee to step in and wave off the fight, crowning Nagasawa the new champion.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Samuel3_af4e1306fb.webp\" alt=\"Samuel3.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Samuel3_af4e1306fb.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Samuel3_af4e1306fb.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Samuel3_af4e1306fb.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Samuel3_af4e1306fb.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>Up at 60 kg, reigning Super Featherweight champion \u003Cspan data-tag=\"tomoya-yokoyama\">Tomoya Yokoyama\u003C/span> had his hands full with Cambodian challenger Thun Menghong.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Much like many of his countrymen, Menghong pressured Yokoyama relentlessly, showcasing his excellent chin as he took one punch to dish out two of his own. After hurting Yokoyama, Menghong confidently took the opening round.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Menghong_c0a1233c7a.webp\" alt=\"Menghong.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Menghong_c0a1233c7a.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Menghong_c0a1233c7a.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Menghong_c0a1233c7a.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Menghong_c0a1233c7a.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>As the second round started, Yokoyama decided to bite down on his mouthpiece and trade with the challenger rather than fight off the back foot. With his superior boxing skills, he was able to find an opening and drop Menghong after a long flurry.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Tomoya_2c322761f6.webp\" alt=\"Tomoya.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Tomoya_2c322761f6.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Tomoya_2c322761f6.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Tomoya_2c322761f6.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Tomoya_2c322761f6.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>The challenger wasn't discouraged and remained willing to trade shots with Yokoyama, but he was dropped yet again.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Tomoya2_ff45e10d82.webp\" alt=\"Tomoya2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Tomoya2_ff45e10d82.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Tomoya2_ff45e10d82.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Tomoya2_ff45e10d82.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Tomoya2_ff45e10d82.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>He got back to his feet, only for Yokoyama to find a crushing left straight for the third knockdown. Menghong was unable to beat the count, giving Yokoyama a highlight-reel knockout and allowing him to become the first champion of the night to successfully defend his title.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>With Cambodia's growing involvement in K-1, one can only hope that Menghong gets another opportunity to compete in Japan.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan data-tag=\"taio-asahisa\">Taio Asahisa\u003C/span> passed his first title defense as K-1 Super Lightweight (-65 kg) champion with flying colors.\u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Taio2_0bc6aa2dc6.webp\" alt=\"Taio2.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Taio2_0bc6aa2dc6.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Taio2_0bc6aa2dc6.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Taio2_0bc6aa2dc6.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Taio2_0bc6aa2dc6.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>Putting on a kicking showcase against \u003Cspan data-tag=\"alassane-kamara\">Alassane Kamara\u003C/span>, the Japanese fighter displayed an impressive variety of shots and excellent selection, mixing in middle kicks, calf kicks, toe kicks, and axe kicks throughout the bout to earn the nod from the judges.\u003C/p>\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-size:27px;\">\u003Cstrong>K-1 World MAX 2026\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\u003Chr>\u003Cp>Alassane’s brother, \u003Cspan data-tag=\"alfousseynou-kamara\">Alfousseynou Kamara\u003C/span>, was unfortunately also unable to get the win today, as he faced off against Brazil’s \u003Cspan data-tag=\"jones-coliseu\">Jones Coliseu\u003C/span>. \u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Caliseu_6b275dbb13.webp\" alt=\"Caliseu.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Caliseu_6b275dbb13.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Caliseu_6b275dbb13.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Caliseu_6b275dbb13.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Caliseu_6b275dbb13.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>In a fairly low-output fight, Coliseu found two crushing left hooks that dropped Kamara and ultimately stopped him in the third round, advancing to the Final 8 in December.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Australia’s hope in the K-1 tournament, \u003Cspan data-tag=\"zack-pankhurst\">Zack Pankhurst\u003C/span>, looked sharp and technical as he took a decision over \u003Cspan data-tag=\"winner-pk-saenchai\">Winner PK Saenchai\u003C/span>.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>The Thai fighter, who entered the tournament as a relatively unknown variable, looked excellent offensively, showcasing a sharp left switch kick, but struggled defensively as Pankhurst repeatedly found his uppercuts and did enough to sway the judges in his favor. \u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Zack_Pankhurst_618c1fa8a6.webp\" alt=\"ZackPankhurst.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Zack_Pankhurst_618c1fa8a6.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Zack_Pankhurst_618c1fa8a6.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Zack_Pankhurst_618c1fa8a6.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Zack_Pankhurst_618c1fa8a6.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>With both fighters scoring a knockdown, it made for an intriguing and competitive affair.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>Cambodia’s representative, \u003Cspan data-tag=\"lorn-panha\">Lorn Panha\u003C/span>, was tasked with overcoming heavy-hitting \u003Cspan data-tag=\"kazuki-matsumoto\">Kazuki Matsumoto\u003C/span>, who marched forward with his head down and hands high, throwing heavy leather. \u003C/p>\u003Cfigure class=\"image\">\u003Cimg src=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/Lorn_1a89a84739.webp\" alt=\"Lorn.webp\" srcset=\"https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/thumbnail_Lorn_1a89a84739.webp 234w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/small_Lorn_1a89a84739.webp 500w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/medium_Lorn_1a89a84739.webp 750w,https://api.beyondkick.com/uploads/large_Lorn_1a89a84739.webp 1000w,\" sizes=\"100vw\">\u003C/figure>\u003Cp>However, Matsumoto eventually fell short against Panha’s constant knees and middle kicks, which allowed the Cambodian to control the fight and earn the decision.\u003C/p>\u003Cp>\u003Cspan data-tag=\"jayjay-morris\">Jayjay Morris\u003C/span> was able to cruise to a decision victory over late replacement Vitor Toffanelli. 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