19.05.2025
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Two Indonesian Fighters Ready for Road to UFC Season 4

Two Indonesian Fighters Ready for Road to UFC Season 4

According to Tribunnews, two Indonesian MMA athletes — Rio Tirto and Deni Daffa — are set to compete in Road to UFC Season 4, held this week at the UFC Performance Institute in Shanghai.

The prestigious tournament aims to discover the top MMA talent in Asia, featuring four major weight classes:

  • Flyweight

  • Bantamweight

  • Featherweight

  • Lightweight


Indonesia’s fighters set for different divisions

Rio Tirto will battle in the flyweight division, while Deni Daffa will enter the lightweight category. Their coach, Max Metino, who also serves as a One Pride MMA judge, confirms both fighters are in excellent condition.


Coach focuses on mindset and game plan

“Today’s preparation focuses on strategy and mental conditioning. They need to be at peak performance, both physically and mentally,” said Max Metino.

This marks a key moment for Indonesian MMA on the international stage, as these athletes strive to secure UFC contracts and bring pride to the nation.