Kai Asakura Thrives in Bantamweight After Flyweight Challenges

Kai Asakura has successfully adapted to bantamweight following a challenging period in the flyweight division, which included two submission losses. He secured a victory against Qileng Aori in the second round at UFC Shanghai on August 29.

This win marked Asakura's second consecutive victory at 135 pounds, following a difficult start in the promotion at flyweight. He expressed that competing at bantamweight allows him to be more aggressive, attributing this to increased power and speed.

Asakura detailed the finishing sequence of the fight, noting that he capitalized on Aori's focus on body shots by mixing in a head kick. With two finishes under his belt at bantamweight, Asakura is now aiming to face a ranked opponent in the top 15.