Japan’s capital, Tokyo, hosted one of the hottest nights in kickboxing at GLORY 102: Last Man Standing in the Featherweight Division, where the fights not only met expectations but far surpassed them — delivering edge-of-your-seat action and unforgettable highlights.
✦ Four thunderous qualifications:
Four fighters stole the spotlight and punched their ticket to the next round:
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Denis Wosik displayed a masterclass in tactical fighting, overwhelming Thai veteran Suarek with sustained pressure to win by unanimous decision.
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Achraf Ouchen, the new arrival, wowed fans with a spectacular spinning back kick that floored his opponent Lounis Saingh, securing a stunning victory.
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Yutaro Asahi unleashed pure Japanese power with a brutal knockout of Eduardo Catelan in the third round.
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Yura Kono, the rising star, needed just 90 seconds to finish Chinese fighter Dexiang Kong with a lightning-fast KO.
✦ Title fights: Dominance and brilliance:
In the main event, Shiro Matsumoto defended his RISE bantamweight title in dominant fashion with a one-sided win over Masahi Komura.
The co-main event saw Australia’s Chad Collins edge out Kento Haraguchi in a fierce war, winning by split decision — a rematch is already in high demand.
✦ Rising stars shine bright:
This event wasn’t just for the veterans. Ryujin Nasukawa continued his rise with a hard-fought win over Jin Mandokoro, while Taiju Shiratori stopped seasoned Brit Andy Turland in under two minutes with powerful strikes.
✦ What’s next?
All eyes now turn to GLORY 103: Last Man Standing – Heavyweight, set for August 23, where Levi Rigters faces off against Moroccan powerhouse Jamal Ben Saddik in a must-see clash — streaming exclusively on DAZN.
🔗 Tickets & info: GLORYKickboxing.com
