This event marks a historic first title defense for the newly crowned king Ilhom Nazimov as he faces the devastating power of Luiz "Killer" Gustavo at RIZIN 53. After shocking the world with a brutal knockout on New Year’s Eve, Nazimov looks to cement his legacy against a battle-hardened veteran. Gustavo returns fueled by a dominant win streak
Referees
TN
3 fights
TH
3 fights
MF
5 fights