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RIZIN 13

Name: RIZIN 13
Released: 2018-09-30
Duration: 360 min

2018

Movie

360 min

Japanese

RIZIN 13 will be the promotions biggest event to date from the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. Following the tragic loss of Norifumi “Kid” Yamamoto this month, two generational talents from their respective combat sports will compete in a clash featuring two of Japan’s best. Yamamoto’s protege Kyoji Horiguchi will strap on the big gloves when he crosses over into kickboxing to take on undefeated 20-year-old phenom Tenshin Nasukawa. In addition to the headliner, Mirko Cro Cop returns against streaking heavyweight Roque Martinez, former Invicta FC atomweight champ Ayaka Hamasaki meets DEEP titleholder Mina Kurobe, and former UFC fighters Diego Brandão and Daron Cruickshank will clash at lightweight.

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Director: Akira Maeda•Genres: Martial Arts, Combat Sports

Plot Summary

RIZIN 13 was a major mixed martial arts event held on September 30, 2018, at the Saitama Super Arena in Japan. The event featured a highly anticipated boxing match between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Tenshin Nasukawa, which was the main attraction. Additionally, the card showcased several high-profile MMA bouts, including championship fights and bouts featuring popular Japanese and international fighters.

Critical Reception

RIZIN 13 garnered significant international attention primarily due to the exhibition boxing match between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Tenshin Nasukawa. While the boxing match itself was heavily criticized for its one-sided nature and perceived lack of competitive integrity, the overall event was seen as a major spectacle for combat sports fans, especially in Japan. The MMA portion of the card featured exciting fights and was well-received by fans of the sport.

What Reviewers Say

The event was a massive spectacle, drawing global attention.
The Mayweather vs. Nasukawa bout was a disappointment in terms of competitiveness.
The MMA fights on the undercard were generally exciting and well-received by fight fans.

Google audience: Audience reception for RIZIN 13 was largely dominated by discussions surrounding the Mayweather vs. Nasukawa exhibition. While many acknowledged the star power and spectacle, a significant portion of viewers expressed disappointment with the outcome of the main event, feeling it did not live up to the hype. The MMA fights received positive comments for their action and the talent on display.