Who’s next for Tatsuro Taira after loss?

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The ascent of Japanese sensation Tatsuro Taira took successful in Saturday’s UFC Battle Night time 244 within the type of his first profession loss.

Taira (16-1 MMA, 6-1 UFC) entered his headliner towards 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 choice defeat in a Battle of the Yr 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 bound to show development from the expertise, and if this efficiency was any indication, he might be a prime contender at 125 kilos for years to return.

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 Battle Night time 244.

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