Diogo Reis Wins Decision Over Yuki Takahashi At ONE Fight Night 43

Diogo Reis just completed his move up a weight class by beating Yuki Takahashi at ONE Fight Night 43 on May 15th, 2026. He was coming into the match as the favorite on paper; being a two-time ADCC world champion at 66kg and taking this match at roughly the same weight. That meant that he […]

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Diogo Reis, a black belt under Melqui Galvao, secured a unanimous decision victory over Japanese grappling veteran Yuki Takahashi in a BJJ match at ONE Fight Night 43. This highly anticipated grappling contest saw Reis, a rising star in the BJJ world, face off against an experienced opponent in a pure grappling format, highlighting the growing presence of submission-only matches within the ONE Championship promotion.

Throughout the match, Reis demonstrated dominant control, quickly securing a takedown and maintaining top position for the majority of the bout. He actively pursued submissions, attempting a rear-naked choke and an armbar, showcasing his offensive grappling prowess. While Takahashi displayed resilient defense, successfully fending off Reis's finishing attempts and even attempting a leglock from the bottom, Reis's superior control and submission attempts ultimately led to the unanimous decision in his favor.

This victory marks Reis's second consecutive win in ONE Championship, further solidifying his reputation following a previous submission win over Francisco Andrade. His performance not only underscores his individual skill but also reflects the strength of the Melqui Galvao team, which boasts other elite grapplers like Mica Galvao and Fabricio Andrey. The match serves as another example of ONE Championship's commitment to featuring high-level BJJ, providing a significant platform for grapplers to compete on a global stage.