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ONE Championship's three-division champion Anatoly Malykhin is set to defend his heavyweight title against Oumar “Reug Reug” Kane in the highly anticipated main event of ONE: 169. The event is scheduled to take place on November 8 at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Malykhin, who boasts an undefeated record through 14 fights, has established himself as a formidable force in ONE Championship. He holds titles in heavyweight, light heavyweight, and middleweight divisions, showcasing his versatility and dominance. His most recent triumph saw him knockout Reinier de Ridder for the second time, cementing his reputation as a wrecking machine.
In June, Malykhin captured the undisputed heavyweight title with a brutal third-round knockout of UFC veteran Arjan Bhullar. His impressive resume and unblemished record make him a formidable opponent for anyone in the division.
Standing in his way is Senegalese wrestling phenom Reug Reug, who will be getting his first shot at gold in ONE Championship. Reug Reug has built a strong reputation with a three-fight win streak in the promotion, holding an overall professional record of 6-1 in MMA, with five of those victories coming under the ONE banner. Known for his powerful wrestling and aggressive style, Reug Reug presents a unique challenge for the champion.
Adding to the excitement of the event, Tawanchai PK Saenchai will defend his ONE Muay Thai featherweight title against local favorite Joe Nattawut. This will be their third encounter, having previously clashed in both Muay Thai and kickboxing. Their last fight in June ended with Tawanchai earning a razor-close majority decision win, leading to an immediate rematch set for November.
With these high-stakes matchups, ONE: 169 promises to be an action-packed event that fans won’t want to miss. The full card for the event will be announced in the coming weeks, adding further anticipation to what is already shaping up to be a thrilling night of fights.
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