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ONE Championship is set to kick off 2025 in explosive fashion with ONE Fight Night 27 on Friday, January 10. The event marks the highly anticipated return of Tang Kai, the reigning ONE Featherweight MMA World Champion, who will defend his crown against the undefeated challenger, Akbar Abdullaev, in the iconic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
Tang Kai has solidified his legacy as one of the most dominant fighters in the featherweight division. The 28-year-old phenom has achieved an impressive record in ONE Championship, finishing five of his eight opponents in spectacular fashion. Notable victories over stars like Kim Jae Woong and Ryogo Takahashi paved the way for Tang’s crowning achievement at ONE 160, where he dethroned Thanh Le to become China’s first male MMA World Champion. He followed this up with a decisive third-round knockout in their rematch at ONE 166 earlier this year, proving his reign was no fluke.
However, a new storm is brewing in the form of Akbar Abdullaev. The 27-year-old Kyrgyzstan native has been a wrecking ball in the featherweight division, boasting an immaculate 11-0 record. Abdullaev has showcased his devastating power by knocking out all three of his opponents in ONE Championship, including previously undefeated stars like Aaron Canarte and Halil Amir. His meteoric rise has left fans and analysts alike buzzing about his potential.
The stakes couldn’t be higher as these two juggernauts prepare for battle. Abdullaev’s 10 career knockouts prove he is a force to be reckoned with, but Tang is resolute in his determination to maintain his championship status.
With both men known for their finishing abilities, this main event promises fireworks. Will Tang Kai etch another win into his legacy, or will Abdullaev finally topple the champion to claim the throne? The world will find out at ONE Fight Night 27.
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