Discover the journey of rising flyweight MMA contender Reece McLaren as he aims for the divisional gold. Follow his quest for the championship title and recent victory at ONE Fight Night 22.
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| Australian flyweight MMA contender Reece McLaren seeks to challenge ONE flyweight MMA world champion Demetrious Johnson for the title. |
| McLaren’s victory against Hu Yong at ONE Fight Night 22 marks a significant comeback after a previous loss to Kairat Akhmetov. |
| Despite initial challenges in the fight, McLaren displayed resilience and strategic prowess to secure a split decision win in Bangkok, Thailand. |
After an impressive performance at ONE Fight Night 22, Australian flyweight MMA contender Reece McLaren is eager to compete for the divisional gold. The 32-year-old fighter secured a hard-fought victory against Chinese MMA star Hu Yong at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium. McLaren’s win marked a significant comeback following a previous loss to Kairat Akhmetov at ONE Fight Night 10. With his sights set on the championship title, McLaren expressed his determination to challenge the reigning ONE flyweight MMA world champion, Demetrious Johnson.
In a post-event press conference, McLaren emphasized his readiness to face any opponent without hesitation. His ultimate goal is to claim the flyweight belt and solidify his position as a top contender in the division. McLaren’s pursuit of the championship is fueled by his past experience of competing for the bantamweight title against Bibiano Fernandes at ONE: Age of Domination in 2016, where he narrowly missed victory.
Despite facing initial challenges in his recent bout against Hu Yong, McLaren showcased resilience and strategic prowess to secure a victory in the later rounds. Overcoming early threats from his opponent, McLaren adapted his tactics, utilizing precise jabs and effective takedowns to turn the tide in his favor. His tactical approach ultimately led to a well-deserved split decision triumph in Bangkok, Thailand.
Fans in North America can relive the excitement of ONE Fight Night 22 by streaming the entire event on Amazon Prime Video.
