Read about Garry Tonon’s triumph as he inches closer to the ONE featherweight MMA world title. Discover his journey and the thrilling submission win against Martin Nguyen.
| Garry Tonon’s Triumph: A Step Closer to the Throne |
Garry Tonon, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) legend, achieved a significant victory in his career by submitting former two-division world champion Martin Nguyen at ONE 165. Tonon expressed his belief that he is destined to hold the coveted 26-pound golden strap. In an interview with ONE Championship commentator Mitch Chilson, Tonon confidently stated his readiness to ascend to the throne when given the opportunity.
However, Tonon will have to wait for the highly anticipated clash between Tang Kai and Thanh Le at ONE 166: Qatar. The event, scheduled for March 1 at Lusail Sports Arena in Qatar, will see Tang, the current ONE featherweight MMA world champion, face interim titleholder Le in a unification bout. Tonon, with an impressive 9-1 MMA record, previously challenged for the ONE featherweight world championship but fell short at ONE: Lights Out in March 2022. Le, who was then the reigning featherweight MMA king, defeated Tonon by knockout in their Singapore matchup.
Tonon had always praised the sheer power of Nguyen’s strikes, and he experienced it firsthand during their fight. Despite being shaken by Nguyen’s strikes from the ground, Tonon quickly gained control of the match by executing a takedown and securing top position. Utilizing his exceptional grappling skills, Tonon transitioned to take Nguyen’s back and ultimately secured a rear-naked choke for the submission victory.
Garry Tonon, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) legend, achieved a significant victory in his career by submitting former two-division world champion Martin Nguyen at ONE 165. The event took place at Ariake Arena in Tokyo, marking Tonon’s path towards another shot at the ONE featherweight MMA world title. Tonon expressed his belief that he is destined to hold the coveted 26-pound golden strap. In an interview with ONE Championship commentator Mitch Chilson , Tonon confidently stated his readiness to ascend to the throne when given the opportunity.
However, Tonon will have to wait for the highly anticipated clash between Tang Kai and Thanh Le at ONE 166: Qatar. The event, scheduled for March 1 at Lusail Sports Arena in Qatar, will see Tang, the current ONE featherweight MMA world champion, face interim titleholder Le in a unification bout. Tonon, with an impressive 9-1 MMA record, previously challenged for the ONE featherweight world championship but fell short at ONE: Lights Out in March 2022. Le, who was then the reigning featherweight MMA king, defeated Tonon by knockout in their Singapore matchup.
Tonon had always praised the sheer power of Nguyen’s strikes, and he experienced it firsthand during their fight. Despite being shaken by Nguyen’s strikes from the ground, Tonon quickly gained control of the match by executing a takedown and securing top position. Utilizing his exceptional grappling skills, Tonon transitioned to take Nguyen’s back and ultimately secured a rear-naked choke for the submission victory.
