RIZIN 26 Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for RIZIN 26.
RIZIN 26 Ending Explained: RIZIN 26 live from the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. Directed by Nobuyuki Sakakibara, this 2020 action film stars Kyoji Horiguchi, alongside Kai Asakura, Satoshi Yamasu, Tenshin Nasukawa. Rated 0/10, the conclusion has sparked discussion among viewers.
What Happens at the End of RIZIN 26?
RIZIN 26 live from the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. The bill is topped by a highly anticipated rematch between current Rizin bantamweight kingpin Kai Asakura and former titleholder Kyoji Horiguchi. The two first met in a non-title affair when Horiguchi held both the Rizin and Bellator gold. Asakura finished the former UFC flyweight in just over a minute. The rivals were set to fight again at the New Year’s Eve show last year, but a leg injury forced Horiguchi to the sidelines and set the table for a title bout between Asakura and Manel Kape. Kape left with the strap, but it eventually found its way back to Asakura. Now, Horiguchi hopes to not only avenge his prior loss, but regain the belt he was forced to vacate.
Nobuyuki Sakakibara's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Kyoji Horiguchi's journey. The bill is topped by a highly anticipated rematch between current Rizin bantamweight kingpin Kai Asakura and former titleholder Kyoji Horiguchi.
How Does Kyoji Horiguchi's Story End?
- Kyoji Horiguchi: Kyoji Horiguchi's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Kai Asakura: Kai Asakura's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Satoshi Yamasu: Satoshi Yamasu's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of RIZIN 26 Mean?
The ending of RIZIN 26 brings the narrative to a close, though viewer reception has been mixed. The resolution of Kyoji Horiguchi's story may not satisfy all audiences.