Diogo Reis is set to test himself in a new division – as he moves up to bantamweight to face Yuki Takahashi at ONE Fight Night 43, on May 15.
This marks Reis’ first appearance at bantamweight in ONE Championship, having previously competed at flyweight.
He currently holds the submission grappling world title in that division, which he won with a decision victory over Daiki Yonekura at ONE Fight Night 38.
And, while bantamweight will be his heaviest division in ONE so far, it’s not unfamiliar territory. The weight aligns closely with the under 66kg category where Reis has already achieved major success at ADCC.
Although Takahashi may appear slightly bigger on the day, ONE’s hydration testing system ensures that neither athlete will have a significant size advantage.
For Takahashi, however, the real challenge lies in facing one of the most complete grapplers in the sport.
Despite being the newcomer to the promotion, Takahashi brings an exciting and aggressive style that has earned him recognition on major stages like Polaris and EBI.
His fast-paced approach often forces opponents into uncomfortable exchanges, making him a dangerous opponent, even as the underdog.
A strong performance here could open doors for him in ONE, regardless of the result.
For Reis, the stakes are equally high. A win at bantamweight could set the stage for an ambitious goal – becoming the first double champion in ONE’s submission grappling divisions.
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