Ryujin, Kumura, and Gump showcase skills at ONE SAMURAI 5 workout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 11:36 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Ryujin Nasukawa, Masashi Kumura, and Gump participated in an open workout at Team Teppen in Tokyo on November 8. The event serves as preparation for their upcoming fights at ONE SAMURAI 5 scheduled for November 18 at EBARA WAVE Arena Ota. Ryujin, with a 20-3 record, aims for a strawweight bout against Elmehdi El Jamari. Kumura, making his debut, faces Ellis Badr Barboza while Gump meets Shuto Inui. Each fighter expressed confidence heading into their respective matches as they showcased their techniques during the open session.
- •Ryujin Nasukawa prepares for strawweight match against Elmehdi El Jamari.
- •Masashi Kumura set to debut against Ellis Badr Barboza.
- •Gump faces Shuto Inui in a bantamweight contest.
- •The event takes place on November 18 in Tokyo.
- •All three fighters exhibited skills at Team Teppen's open workout.
- 11:36 PMYahoo Sports — In Photos: Ryujin, Kumura, And Gump Put On A Show At ONE SAMURAI 5 Open Workout
"Three Team Teppen stars opened up at their home gym ahead of ONE SAMURAI 5 in Tokyo, Japan.
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