Tatsuya Kawajiri doesn’t believe in wasting time. Having been recently released from his UFC contract he signed with Rizin straight away.
He argues that he’s anxious to fight in front of a Japanese crowd once more. And he is set to fight December 29th – in his mind there’s only one opponent right – Kron Gracie.
The son of Rickson Gracie most recently fought Hideo Tokoro in September edition of Rizin World Grand Prix.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KB0WtbLACWU
Tatsuya “Crusher” Kawajiri is 38 years old and has 45 MMA bouts under his belt, having won 35 of them. His last 6 fights were in the UFC as part of the Fight Night events – he won 3 lost 3. The biggest problem appeared to be that 5 of total 6 fights ended in judges decision. Kawajiri has been active in MMA since year 2000!
Rizin CEO Nobuyuki Sakakibara seems willing to make the match in spite of huge experience difference between the two – Gracie is just 3-0 in MMA! Sakakibara said during a recent press conference that Kawajiri will be given the fight he wants!
Sloth Jiu-Jitsu: The Ultimate Guide for Calmly Beating Bigger, Younger Opponents
💥 What if slowing down was the fastest way to win?
💭 Tired of Getting Smashed by Younger, Stronger Grapplers?
It’s not your age. It’s your strategy.
If you’re a passionate grappler over 35 who’s sick of getting outpaced, outmuscled, or out-cardio’d by opponents half your age — this 120 page e-book was made for you.
🔓 Unlock the Power of Sloth Jiu-Jitsu:
Build Sustainable Strength—Without Wrecking Your Joints, Energy, or Jiu-Jitsu
Tired of waking up sore and burnt out after lifting? Sloth Strength is a proven blueprint for grapplers over 35 who want to get stronger—without the pain, burnout, or injuries.
Developed from 25 years on the mats, this no-burnout approach is made specifically for BJJ athletes in their 30s, 40s, and beyond.
