After a childhood marked by tragedy and years of self-destructive behavior, the 27-year-old fighter has found purpose in the sport that helped save him.
Flyweight fighter Tony Laramie is set to fight Makoto Takahashi for the 125-pound championship at Rizin 55 in Funabashi, Japan. The 27-year-old Canadian enters the title bout on a three-fight winning streak after overcoming significant personal turmoil, including substance abuse and legal issues that previously derailed his career.
Following childhood trauma and a period of delinquency on the regional circuit, a 2025 loss to Yuki Ito served as a turning point for Laramie to commit fully to training. Having recently signed a new multi-year contract with Rizin, Laramie plans to eventually target a move to the UFC.
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