Flyweight contender Tatsuro Taira was impressed by the Mexican Independence Day celebration at UFC 306. He hopes the UFC can one day put on a similar show for Japan. Taira was blown away by the presentation at the Sphere in Las Vegas. The event cost over $20 million and featured massive LED screens. UFC CEO Dana White made it his mission to create an unforgettable experience. While the Sphere is a "one and done" for the UFC, Taira dreams of a Japanese-themed event there. He believes it would be a fantastic way to showcase the history of Japanese MMA. Taira is eager to fight at the Sphere, regardless of the theme. First, he has to win his upcoming main event fight against Brandon Royval at UFC Vegas 98. A win could put him in line for a title shot against reigning champion Alexandre Pantoja. Taira remains undefeated in his career and hopes to stay that way until he becomes champion. He finds the pressure of his undefeated record motivating. His excitement about the Royval fight comes from the opportunity to test his skills against a top-ranked opponent, known for his finishers and stamina.

Tatsuro Taira Dreams of a Japanese-Themed UFC Event at Sphere

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