Who’s Next for Tatsuro Taira? Breaking Down His Flyweight Options
Who’s Next for Tatsuro Taira? Breaking Down His Flyweight Options
Tatsuro Taira faced off against Hyun Sung Park this weekend in the main event of a UFC Fight Night at the Apex, and it was an impressive performance. Delivering on his reputation as a skilled grappler, he played to his strengths by securing a second-round submission via rear-naked choke. Not only did Taira’s ground game look sharp, but his striking was also on point—dropping Park in the opening minutes of the fight. This was a huge win for Taira, as a loss would have set him back significantly in his pursuit of a title shot. Now, with this latest victory, he finds himself knocking on the door of title contention. The question remains: who should Taira fight next to break into the top of the division?
Amir Albazi
The fighter he was originally scheduled to face, Amir Albazi, still makes a lot of sense as Taira’s next opponent. As a top-ranked contender, Albazi presents a meaningful test that could push Taira further up the ladder. Coming off a recent win, Taira has regained confidence and momentum. Albazi is a well-rounded fighter with strong striking and solid grappling. This matchup would allow Taira to showcase his ground game against elite opposition—and potentially secure a breakthrough victory.
Brandon Moreno
Another intriguing option is former Flyweight Champion Brandon Moreno. Currently, one fight away from another potential title shot, Moreno would be a major step up in competition for Taira. A matchup between the two would feature high-level grappling and pace, but Taira would face a real challenge trying to impose his wrestling on someone with Moreno’s elite takedown defense. This could also test Taira’s striking ability in ways he hasn’t encountered yet. If booked, this fight could steal the spotlight in any UFC card.
Conclusion
Tatsuro Taira’s latest win keeps him firmly on track toward a title run in the Flyweight Division. He’s part of a new wave of talent looking to elevate a weight class that has often been overlooked in UFC history. With rising stars and respected veterans now filling the ranks, fan interest in the division is growing fast. Taira’s next fight could be the one that launches him into the championship conversation—and both Albazi and Moreno offer the kind of high-stakes challenge he needs.
