Kye Genesis defeats David Diaz with first-round armlock at Cage Titans 78

Kye Genesis defeated David Diaz via a first-round submission at Cage Titans 78 in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The catchweight bout at 150 pounds ended after Genesis transitioned to side control and locked in a scarf hold armlock. Diaz attempted to escape the hold rather than tap, resulting in an arm fracture. Genesis, also known as Kye Michel, is a Cage Titans veteran who secured the win during the event held at Plymouth Memorial Hall. The match ended on September 12, 2026, following the submission sequence. Genesis provided public comments regarding the victory shortly after the bout concluded.

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