Who’s subsequent for Tatsuro Taira after loss?

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The ascent of Japanese sensation Tatsuro Taira took a success in Saturday’s UFC Combat Evening 244 within the type of his first profession loss.

Taira (16-1 MMA, 6-1 UFC) entered his headliner in opposition to Brandon Royval (17-7 MMA, 7-3 UFC) on the UFC Apex in Las Vegas with aspirations of a title shot, however sadly actuality proved out totally different with a cut up resolution defeat in a Combat of the 12 months contender.

The outcome was hardly a defining level for Taira, who had the victory inside attain on a number of events. The 24-year-old is certain to show development from the expertise, and if this efficiency was any indication, he will likely be a prime contender at 125 kilos for years to come back.

The place does Taira go after he sustained his first profession blemish? Watch the video above for ideas and evaluation on his future after UFC Combat Evening 244.

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