“He’s been winning a lot” – Isi Fitikefu accepts underdog role against Hiroyuki Tetsuka at ONE 168

31-year-old Australian-Tongan rising star ‘Doxz’ Isi Fitikefu knows he’s coming into his upcoming welterweight showdown with ‘Japanese Beast’ Hiroyuki Tetsuka the sizeable underdog. Fitikefu is coming off an impressive first-round submission victory over Valmir Da Silva. Against Tetsuka, however, the Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Smeaton Grange representative will certainly have his hands full. Speaking to ONE Championship in…

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Josue Cruz says Johan Ghazali has difficulty handling pressure: “I’m going to take advantage of that”

28-year-old Mexican Muay Thai standout ‘Tuzo’ Josue Cruz is looking to shock the world when he takes on highly regarded 18-year-old Malaysian sensation ‘Jojo’ Johan Ghazali next weekend. The Mahmoudi Gym Mexico representative believes he has discovered a chink in Ghazali’s armor that he can exploit. Speaking to ONE Championship in a recent interview, Cruz…

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“What Seksan fight is not fun?” – Johan Ghazali believes Seksan’s style will make for a ‘crazy fight’ vs Liam Harrison

Johan Ghazali expects a “crazy fight” between Seksan and Liam Harrison. In August 2022, Harrison suffered a severe knee injury against then-bantamweight Muay Thai world champion Nong-O that required surgery. The UK superstar hasn’t fought since, as he endured several setbacks before scheduling his highly-anticipated return for next Friday’s ONE 168: Denver. Since then, Muay…

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Gerald Meerschaert reacts to breaking Anderson Silva’s record with win over Edmen Shahbazyan at UFC Vegas 86

Gerald Meerschaert recently discussed breaking Anderson Silva’s record following his victory over Edmen Shahbazyan at UFC Vegas 96. Meerschaert expressed his joy at breaking the record, but he acknowledged that there is still a lot of work to be done as he seeks to put together a winning streak. Meerschaert squared off against Shahbazyan in…

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Tristan Tate reacts to 70-years-old Robert F. Kennedy Jr. working out: “Peak political performance”

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently announced his intention to suspend his presidential campaign. After reportedly approaching Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump for a cabinet position, he endorsed the latter on Friday. A video clip of the former presidential candidate working out in 2023 recently resurfaced, drawing a reaction from Tristan Tate….

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Khabib Nurmagomedov reminisces cursed Tony Ferguson matchup, names the only way ‘El Cucuy’ could’ve beaten him

Khabib Nurmagomedov recently reflected on his canceled fight with Tony Ferguson. Additionally, Nurmagomedov revealed the only way Ferguson may have defeated him. The Nurmagomedov vs. Ferguson rivalry is widely recognized as one of the most intense in the promotion’s history. Their fight was booked five times between 2015 and 2020. However, each time it fell…

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“People aren’t going to let their little girls go and do it” – Ronda Rousey explains why she permanently walked away from MMA after just two losses

In her heyday, former UFC women’s bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey was the face of women’s MMA. However after a pair of losses in the octagon against Holly Holm and Amanda Nunes, ‘Rowdy’ walked away from the sport, and it seems a lot of thought went into her retirement decision. Rousey last fought professionally in 2016….

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“To underestimate him would be wrong” – Teenage sensation Johan Ghazali not taking Josue Cruz lightly at ONE 168: Denver

17-year-old Malaysian teenage sensation ‘Jojo’ Johan Ghazali is coming off the first setback of his professional fighting career, so he’s making sure he is careful enough not to underestimate his upcoming opponent. Ghazali is set to face Mexican standout ‘Tuzo’ Josue Cruz and although the Rentap Muaythai Gym representative is coming in as the perceivable…

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“I’m ready a hundred percent” – Johan Ghazali says coming out to Denver to acclimate to elevation is key to victory at ONE 168

17-year-old Malaysian teenage rising star ‘Jojo’ Johan Ghazali says he is very familiar with the challenges competing in elevation in Denver presents. That is why he has chosen to come out to the Mile High City early to acclimate. Ghazali is coming off the first setback in his professional fighting career and wants to make…

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