MMA
Danny Sabatello “The Italian Gangster”
Bantamweight · United States · RIZIN
Fighting style
Smothering wrestler-grappler who wins on top control and pace
Signature
Relentless takedown-and-control wrestling
Record & stats
19Wins4Losses1Draws10Finishes
| Division | Bantamweight |
|---|---|
| Categories | MMA |
| Promotion | RIZIN |
| Nationality | United States |
| Born | United States |
| Team | American Top Team |
| Pro debut | 2017 |
| Height | 178cm5′10″ |
| Reach | 183cm6′0″ |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Age | 33 |
| KO rate | 56% |
| Status | Active |
How the wins come
53% Finish rate- 5 KO/TKO · 26%
- 5 Submission · 26%
- 9 Decision · 47%
Recent results
- Wvs Jinnosuke Kashimura 🏆Sabatello def. Kashimura (KO, right overhand, R3 0:40 — 2nd successful defense)
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Titles & honors
- RIZIN Bantamweight Champion
Fight history
- WJinnosuke KashimuraW KO R3 0:40
- WJoji GotoW UD
- WNaoki InoueW SD
FAQ
- Is Danny Sabatello the RIZIN bantamweight champion?
- Yes. He won the title by beating Naoki Inoue on New Year's Eve 2025 and has defended it twice, against Joji Goto in April 2026 and Jinnosuke Kashimura in July 2026.
- What is Danny Sabatello's record?
- He is 19-4-1 as a professional, with wins by both knockout and submission.
- What is Danny Sabatello's fighting style?
- He is a wrestling-based pressure fighter who relies on takedowns and top control.
- What was Sabatello's most recent fight?
- He retained his title at RIZIN LANDMARK 15 on July 18, 2026, knocking out challenger Jinnosuke Kashimura with a right overhand at 0:40 of round three. No next fight has been announced yet.