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Malykhin regains ONE heavyweight title with late KO of Reug Reug in Bangkok showdown
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Malykhin regains ONE heavyweight title with late KO of Reug Reug in Bangkok showdown

Anatoly Malykhin spoiled Reug Reug’s upset bid by landing a fourth‑round knockout to reclaim the ONE heavyweight title at ONE Friday Fights 154 in Lumpinee Stadium, Bangkok, 18 months after their first fight. A post‑KO skirmish and Malykhin removing his gloves added drama, with his corner briefly getting involved; the finish capped a late surge after a slow start. The win boosts Malykhin’s legend as a two‑division champ, now 15‑1, with titles in heavyweight (twice) and light heavyweight to his name.

ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug Ends in Chaos and Controversy
sports1 year ago

ONE 169: Malykhin vs. Reug Reug Ends in Chaos and Controversy

Anatoly Malykhin successfully defended his ONE heavyweight title against Oumar Kane, known as Reug Reug, at ONE 169 in Bangkok, extending his undefeated streak to 15 wins. The event also saw Rodtang Jitmuangnon lose his ONE flyweight Muay Thai title due to a weight miss, with Jacob Smith still eligible to win the championship in a catchweight bout. Other notable results included Jackie Buntan's unanimous decision win over Anissa Meksen in kickboxing and Adriano Moraes' submission victory over Danny Kingad.

Reug Reug Triumphs Over Malykhin to Claim ONE Heavyweight Title
sports1 year ago

Reug Reug Triumphs Over Malykhin to Claim ONE Heavyweight Title

Rich Franklin, former UFC middleweight champion and current ONE Championship VP, anticipates an exciting heavyweight title fight between Anatoly Malykhin and Oumar Kane, also known as 'Reug Reug.' Malykhin, undefeated with a 14-0 record, is a strong favorite, but Franklin warns against underestimating Kane's wrestling and unorthodox striking, which could challenge Malykhin's dominance. The fight marks Malykhin's return to the heavyweight division, adding to the event's significance.