RIZIN CEO Nobuyuki Sakakibara recently shared his thoughts on ONE Championship CEO Chatri Sityodtong during a press conference for RIZIN’s upcoming event, scheduled for May 4 at Tokyo Dome. The discussion centered around Sityodtong’s recent comments about Shoot Boxing champion Kaito Ono, which have sparked controversy in the martial arts community, particularly in Japan.
RIZIN’s Nobuyuki Sakakibara Slams Chatri Sityodtong Over Etiquette
Sakakibara emphasized the importance of respecting Japan’s martial arts organizations if one wishes to conduct business in the country. He noted that while Sityodtong has apologized, it is crucial for promoters to respect the local martial arts community and business etiquette, regardless of the size of the organization.