DEEP's Aug. 4 Korakuen Hall show drew 1983 fans. Hisae Watanabe defended her DEEP Lightweight Title against MIKU in the semi main event. Watanabe's reputation over the last couple of years has been that she has tremendous striking power but vulnerable on the ground. The loss to the Korean in February damaged her reputation to the point that this match was a must win. She has to do more than look good. So that was the setup for this fight. And MIKU has a chance to make a name for herself.
The bout was scheduled for two five minute rounds. MIKU throws a straight right when the bell rings and then takes Watanabe down. Watanabe seems perplexed. MIKU hits a combination and takes Watanabe down again. She mounts Watanabe from the side but Watanabe avoids MIKU's sleeper attempt. MIKU ends the round with more strikes. Striking is supposed to be Watanabe's forte but she's getting beaten in her own game. This continues in round two. MIKU counters a Watanabe high kick with a straight right. She takes her down and mounts her again. Watanabe is unable to escape but MIKU can't finish her off either. MIKU wins the DEEP Lightweight Title by unanimous decision. She said afterwards her strategy was to be aggressive with a fighter known for her aggression. It worked. Will Watanabe get a rematch? I suspect she'll get one more chance.
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