Overview

• Tatsuro Taira snapped his only career loss by submitting Hyun Sung Park with a face crank just 1:06 into round two at UFC Vegas 108 on August 2.
• Park took the fight on short notice after Amir Albazi was medically withdrawn, ending Park’s flawless 10-0 professional run.
• Taira emphasized that overcoming Albazi or former champion Brandon Moreno would solidify his claim as the division’s top contender.
• Industry voices and UFC matchmakers are considering a rematch with Albazi or a Moreno showdown as the flyweight title eliminator.
• Alexandre Pantoja is slated to defend his flyweight crown against Joshua Van later this year, setting the stage for Taira’s next title challenge.