Hioki thankful for narrow UFC 137 win, hopeful for more UFC success for Japanese fighters

LAS VEGAS - Japanese submission ace Hatsu Hioki admits his UFC 137 win over fellow featherweight George Roop wasn't the most convincing victory in MMA history.

There were octagon jitters during his first UFC win. There were tactical mistakes during the 15-minute contest. And perhaps most importantly, Roop was was just one tough S.O.B.

But the important thing for Hioki is that he did walk away with the victory. And since he's currently the de facto flag-bearer for Japanese MMA, Hioki believes his performance proves his countrymen can also be successful in the octagon.

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