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Naoki Inoue

21-6-0RIZIN #3projectedBantamweightJapanJapanLast 5
Amateur MMA 2-0

Last fight: Loss vs Yrysbek Tilenov · Unanimous Decision · Nov 8, 2026

21-6-0 · 11 finishes · Full stats →
LAST FIGHT
LOSSvs Yrysbek TilenovUD · R3 5:00
RIZINRIZIN 55·November 8, 2026

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CAREER SUMMARY

Naoki Inoue holds a professional MMA record of 21-6-0. Inoue has won 21 fights: 2 by KO/TKO, 9 by submission, 10 by decision. Most recent fight: November 8, 2026. Tracked organizations: RIZIN, PFL, UFC.

Profile

Height
5'9"175 cm
Weight
125 lbs57 kg
Reach
71"180 cm
Stance
Orthodox
DOB
Jun 14, 1997
Age
29
Nationality
Japan
Birthplace
Toyohashi, Aichi, Japan

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Career history

  1. WIN
    vs Toshiaki Kitada
    DEEP 93 Impact· Dec 15, 2019· Bantamweight· 10-2 vs 18-13-4
    SUB
    R1 · 2:41
  2. LOSS
    CFFC 72: Brady vs. Abdul-Hakim· Feb 16, 2019· Flyweight· 9-2 vs 21-7-1
    UD
  3. WIN
    vs Tomohiro Adaniya
    DEEP 78 Impact· Mar 18, 2017· Flyweight· 8-0 vs 12-10-2
    MD
  4. WIN
    vs Yuya Shibata
    DEEP Cage Impact 2016 in Osaka· Oct 9, 2016· Flyweight· 7-0 vs 12-5
    SUB
    R2 · 2:51
  5. WIN
    vs Go Minamide
    DEEP 77 Impact x DEEP JEWELS 13· Aug 27, 2016· Flyweight· 6-0 vs 7-3-1
    MD
  6. WIN
    vs Naoyuki Kato
    DEEP Nagoya Impact· Jun 12, 2016· Flyweight· 5-0 vs 11-11-2
    SUB
    R1 · 0:44
  7. WIN
    vs Iyori Akiba
    DEEP Cage Impact 2016· Apr 23, 2016· Flyweight· 4-0 vs 2-2
    SUB
    R1 · 4:32
  8. WIN
    vs Chikara Shimabukuro
    DEEP 74 Impact· Dec 20, 2015· Flyweight· 3-0 vs 9-10-4
    UD
  9. WIN
    vs Kenji Yamanaka
    DEEP 72 Impact· May 16, 2015· Flyweight· 2-0 vs 0-2-1
    SUB
    R1 · 2:21
  10. WIN
    vs Kanta Sato
    DEEP Nagoya Impact· Mar 7, 2015· Flyweight· 1-0 vs 5-3
    SUB
    R1 · 2:49

Title bout· ×N = title win number N in that promotion

Background

Credentials, amateur pedigree and camp

BaseKarate
  • 2024RIZIN Bantamweight Champion · RIZIN
  • 2021RIZIN Bantamweight JAPAN GP 2021 Best Bout (vs Hiromasa Ougikubo)
  • 2015DEEP Future King Tournament flyweight winner · DEEP
  • Champion · J Network Amateur All Japan · A-League lightweight
  • 1st Dan · Karate
  • Blue belt · BJJ
  • Kickboxing 9-0 · Record
  • AGE 7Started in Karate

Camp

  • Kill Cliff FC · Florida, United States
  • Longo-Weidman MMA
  • Serra-Longo Fight Team / Longo and Weidman MMA (LAW MMA) · New York, United States Former
  • Karate-do Hakushinkai · Karate · Toyohashi, Aichi, Japan Former
  • Sonic Squad · Boxing · Japan Former

Coaches

  • Nick Takayuki Suenaga · Boxing coach

Training partners

  • Takeya Mizugaki
  • Shiro (RISE champion)
  • Mizuki Inoue

Fight DNA

Complete Fighter

UFCalendar's style model · Bantamweight roster (343 fighters)

PowerSpeedPrecisionDurabilityEngineWrestlingGround
Punch power64
Kick power65
Punch speed73
Kick speed81
Accuracy80
Takedowns85
Ground striking79
Submissions94
Chin79
Body strength69
Cardio95

Attributes are rated 0-100 by UFCalendar's style model.

By the numbers

Pro MMARecord: 21-6-0 · Source: UFCalendar
Striking
Strikes landed3.33per min
48% accuracy
Strikes absorbed2.40per min
56% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.12per 15 min
20% success
Takedowns stuffed29%
Submission attempts1.0per 15 min
UFC careerRecord: 1-1-0 · Source: UFCStats.com
Striking
Strikes landed3.67per min
35% accuracy
Strikes absorbed3.37per min
61% avoided
Grappling
Takedowns landed0.00per 15 min
0% success
Takedowns stuffed60%
Submission attempts2.5per 15 min
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Where they rank

All-time boards where Naoki Inoue sits in the top 25.

Salary & career earnings

Disclosed purses, reported paydays and what we estimate Naoki Inoue earns per fight.

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Official PFL Ranking

Naoki Inoue's standing in the official PFL rankings.

Current
Unranked
Peak
#9 Bantamweight
First ranked
Jul 9, 2026
Times ranked
5

Bantamweight

#1#5#10#15Jul 9, 2026 · #9Aug 11, 2026 · #10Aug 14, 2026 · #9Sep 9, 2026 · #10#10

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RIZIN Ranking · UFCalendar Projection

Naoki Inoue's standing on UFCalendar's projected RIZIN rankings. RIZIN publishes no official rankings.

Current
#3 Bantamweight
Peak
Champion Bantamweight
First ranked
Feb 22, 2020
Times ranked
61

Flyweight

#1#5#10#152021Aug 9, 2020 · #3Aug 10, 2020 · #4Dec 31, 2020 · #3Mar 21, 2021 · #3Jun 13, 2021 · #3Jun 27, 2021 · #3#3

Bantamweight

C#5#10#15202120222023202420252026Feb 22, 2020 · #13Aug 9, 2020 · #12Aug 10, 2020 · #11Dec 31, 2020 · #5Mar 21, 2021 · #5Jun 13, 2021 · #2Jun 27, 2021 · #2Sep 19, 2021 · #2Dec 31, 2021 · #3Sep 25, 2022 · #4Dec 31, 2022 · #5Apr 1, 2023 · #5Jul 30, 2023 · #4Sep 29, 2024 · CDec 31, 2024 · CMar 30, 2025 · CDec 31, 2025 · #1Nov 8, 2026 · #3#3

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UFCalendar Power Index rating

Current
1856▼14
Peak
1871Jul 27, 2025
Rated fights
27
150016501800201620182020202220242026Mar 7, 2015 · 1562May 16, 2015 · 1597Dec 20, 2015 · 1622Apr 23, 2016 · 1659Jun 12, 2016 · 1688Aug 27, 2016 · 1713Oct 9, 2016 · 1740Mar 18, 2017 · 1752Jun 17, 2017 · 1771Jun 23, 2018 · 1754Feb 16, 2019 · 1733Dec 15, 2019 · 1753Feb 22, 2020 · 1772Aug 9, 2020 · 1797Dec 31, 2020 · 1831Jun 13, 2021 · 1852Sep 19, 2021 · 1862Dec 31, 2021 · 1835Dec 31, 2022 · 1843May 6, 2023 · 1832Mar 23, 2024 · 1839Sep 29, 2024 · 1850Mar 30, 2025 · 1862Jul 27, 2025 · 1871Dec 31, 2025 · 1863May 23, 2026 · 1870Nov 8, 2026 · 18561856

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Frequently asked questions

When does Naoki Inoue fight next?

Naoki Inoue has no confirmed upcoming fight.

What is Naoki Inoue's record?

Naoki Inoue's professional MMA record is 21-6-0.

Who is Naoki Inoue fighting next?

Naoki Inoue's next opponent has not been announced.

Who did Naoki Inoue fight last?

Naoki Inoue most recently fought Yrysbek Tilenov at RIZIN 55 on Sunday, November 8, 2026, LOSS (Unanimous Decision).

What weight class does Naoki Inoue fight in?

Naoki Inoue fights at Bantamweight.

How many knockouts does Naoki Inoue have?

Naoki Inoue has 2 wins by KO/TKO and 9 wins by submission.

How tall is Naoki Inoue?

Naoki Inoue is 5'9" (175 cm) tall.

How much does Naoki Inoue weigh?

Naoki Inoue weighs 125 lbs (57 kg).

What is Naoki Inoue's reach?

Naoki Inoue has a reach of 71" (180 cm).

How old is Naoki Inoue?

Naoki Inoue is 29 years old (born Jun 14, 1997).

Where is Naoki Inoue from?

Naoki Inoue is from Japan.

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