RIZIN 52: Akimoto vs. Mix Full Results Patchy Mix returns to the octagon in a high-profile main event at RIZIN 52 on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Tokyo, Japan. The fight pits the former Bellator bantamweight grand prix winner against Kyoma Akimoto, marking Mix’s first appearance since his departure from the UFC. After a successful stint with Bellator, where he claimed the promotion’s undisputed title, Mix struggled in his UFC debut, leading to his release from the organization. Despite the setback, he has secured a main event spot at RIZIN 52, where he will compete at featherweight—a move he had previously announced. The event also features Canadian flyweight Tony Laramie, who aims to improve his record to 3-1 under the RIZIN Fighting Federation banner. Laramie, the younger brother of former UFC fighter TJ Laramie, faces Takaki Soya in a key matchup. The Ariake Arena in Tokyo will host the action, with live streaming available via RIZIN.tv starting at 11 PM ET on March 6 for international audiences. The main event saw Kyoma Akimoto defeat Patchy Mix by TKO in the second round, combining punches and soccer kicks to end the fight. Other notable results include Luiz Gustavo’s knockout of Taisei Sakuraba in the second round, Ryo Takagi’s first-round TKO over Shuya Kimura, and Koji Takeda’s unanimous decision victory over Viktor Kolesnik. Saori Oshima and Yuki Ito also secured wins via unanimous decision and TKO, respectively. In additional bouts, Jinnosuke Kashimura submitted Hideo Tokoro with an Anaconda choke, Kim Kyung-pyo defeated Yusuke Yachi via TKO after a cut, and Shoko Sato submitted John Sweeney with a triangle choke. Tony Laramie continued his winning streak with a third-round TKO over Takaki Soya, while Lee Jung-hyun and Noeru Narita each secured victories via TKO and submission.#japan #rizin #akimoto #mix #tokyo
