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ONE Championship Lightweight Contender Halil Amir Dominates Opponent with Herb Dean’s Help

Read about Halil Amir’s dominant performance in the ONE Championship lightweight division and his commendation of referee Herb Dean’s decision. Discover Amir’s future challenges and his desire to face ‘Super’ Sage Northcutt. Watch the replay on Amazon Prime Video.

| Halil Amir showcased his dominance in the ONE Championship lightweight division.
| Referee Herb Dean’s decision to stop the fight was commended by Amir.
| Amir is now seeking his next challenge, with ‘Super’ Sage Northcutt as his preferred opponent.
| Fans in the United States and Canada can watch the replay on Amazon Prime Video.

Halil Amir’s Dominant Performance

Halil Amir, the fourth-ranked ONE Championship lightweight MMA contender, showcased his skills in a spectacular victory over Ahmed Mujtaba at ONE Fight Night 16: Haggerty vs. Andrade. The event took place at the renowned Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. Amir’s explosive performance left no doubt about his dominance in the fight.

Amir’s Triumph in the First Round

In the first round, Amir unleashed a relentless assault on Mujtaba, leaving his opponent in a vulnerable state. Although it seemed like Mujtaba would make it to the end of the round, referee Herb Dean recognized the danger and decided to stop the fight.

Amir Commends Herb Dean’s Decision

Amir expressed his approval of Herb Dean’s quick thinking and veteran experience. He acknowledged that Dean’s decision prioritized the safety and health of the fighters. Amir believed that he would have knocked out Mujtaba in the second round, but Dean’s intervention prevented any further damage.

Future Challenges for Halil Amir

With this impressive victory, Amir is now looking for his next challenge in the highly competitive ONE Championship lightweight division. There are several notable opponents within the top-five rankings, including Saygid Izagakhmaev, Dagi Arslanaliev, and Ok Rae Yoon. However, Amir has his sights set on facing ‘Super’ Sage Northcutt, an American star.

Catch the Action on Amazon Prime Video

Fans in the United States and Canada can relive the excitement of ONE Fight Night 16: Haggerty vs. Andrade by watching the replay on demand on Amazon Prime Video.