Tatsuro Taira

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/tatsuro-taira

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1. When was Tatsuro Taira born?January 27, 2000
2. What nationality was Tatsuro Taira?Japanese
3. What is Tatsuro Taira known for?First fighter born in the 2000s to win a UFC main event
4. What was Tatsuro Taira's job?2018
5. What is the current UFC ranking?#5 in the Flyweight division (as of August 5, 2025)
6. Who is Tatsuro Taira?Tatsuro Taira is a Japanese mixed‑martial‑arts fighter born in 2000. He fights in the UFC flyweight division and is known for his fast, technical style.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA): A hybrid combat sport incorporating striking, grappling, and submission techniques from various martial arts disciplines.
UFC: The Ultimate Fighting Championship, the premier global organization for professional mixed martial arts.
Flyweight Division: A weight class in combat sports, typically for athletes weighing between 115 and 125 pounds (52.2 and 56.7 kg).
Main Event: The concluding and most prominent bout of a combat sports event, often featuring top-ranked fighters or championship contests.