Taisei Sakuraba

"Saku Jr."

2-2-0

JapanLast 5

Grappling 0-0-1

Last fight: Loss vs Luiz Gustavo · Knockout · Mar 7, 2026

2-2-0 · 2 finishes · Full stats →

LAST FIGHT

LOSSvs Luiz GustavoKO · R2 2:32

RIZINRIZIN 52·March 7, 2026

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Taisei Sakuraba holds a professional MMA record of 2-2-0. Sakuraba has won 2 fights: 1 by KO/TKO, 1 by submission, 0 by decision. Of 2 career losses, 1 came by KO/TKO and 1 by submission. Sakuraba also has 1 recorded Grappling bout. Most recent fight: March 7, 2026. Tracked organizations: RIZIN.

Profile

Height: 5'11"180 cm
Weight: 155 lbs70 kg
Reach: 73"185 cm
DOB: Nov 12, 1998
Age: 27
Nationality: Japan
Birthplace: Kanagawa, Japan

Career stats

Pro MMARecord: 2-2-0 · Source: UFCalendar

Striking

Strikes landed2.83per min

Strikes absorbed3.66per min

Grappling

Takedowns landed1.13per 15 min

40% success

Takedowns stuffed0%

Submission attempts1.1per 15 min

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Where they rank

All-time boards where Taisei Sakuraba sits in the top 25.

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Career history

LOSS
vs Luiz Gustavo
RIZIN 52· Mar 7, 2026· Lightweight· 2-2 vs 15-4
KO
R2 · 2:32
WIN
vs Sho Patrick Usami
RIZIN LANDMARK 12 in KOBE· Nov 3, 2025· Lightweight· 2-1 vs 8-5
SUB
R3 · 1:33
LOSS
vs Daisuke Nakamura
RIZIN: Otoko Matsuri· May 4, 2025· Lightweight· 1-1 vs 35-28-1
SUB
R2 · 2:01
WIN
vs Yusuke Yachi
RIZIN 49: Decade· Dec 31, 2024· Lightweight· 1-0 vs 27-15
TKO
R1 · 0:26

UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current: 1565▼39
Peak: 1604Nov 3, 2025
Rated fights: 4

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Frequently asked questions

When does Taisei Sakuraba fight next?

Taisei Sakuraba has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Taisei Sakuraba's record?

Taisei Sakuraba's professional MMA record is 2-2-0.

Who is Taisei Sakuraba fighting next?

Taisei Sakuraba's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Taisei Sakuraba fight last?

Taisei Sakuraba most recently fought Luiz Gustavo at RIZIN 52 on Saturday, March 7, 2026, LOSS (Knockout).

What weight class does Taisei Sakuraba fight in?

Taisei Sakuraba fights at Lightweight.

How many knockouts does Taisei Sakuraba have?

Taisei Sakuraba has 1 win by KO/TKO and 1 win by submission.

How tall is Taisei Sakuraba?

Taisei Sakuraba is 5'11" (180 cm) tall.

How much does Taisei Sakuraba weigh?

Taisei Sakuraba weighs 155 lbs (70 kg).

What is Taisei Sakuraba's reach?

Taisei Sakuraba has a reach of 73" (185 cm).

How old is Taisei Sakuraba?

Taisei Sakuraba is 27 years old (born Nov 12, 1998).

Where is Taisei Sakuraba from?

Taisei Sakuraba is from Japan.

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