 The one fighter whom I never want to fight again – that is Yushin Okami.”

Okami defeated Lucio Linhares via TKO doctor stoppage at UFC Fight Night 21.In his fight with Linhares, Okami showcased much improved striking skills which led to the stoppage.On August 1, 2010, Okami defeated Mark Muñoz via split decision in the co-main event at .