Don’t miss the clash between Nieky Holzken and Yoshihiro Akiyama at ONE 165. This special rules super-fight promises to be an epic showdown between two martial arts icons. Find out more about the event and how ONE Championship is opening doors to innovative matchups.
| Matchup | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Nieky Holzken vs. Yoshihiro Akiyama | Sunday, January 28 | Ariake Arena, Tokyo, Japan |
ONE 165: Superlek vs. Takeru will feature a special rules super-fight between striking legend Nieky Holzken and Japanese MMA icon Yoshihiro Akiyama. This clash of icons brings together two legends from different disciplines. The unique ruleset of the fight will see the competitors showcase their skills in boxing, kickboxing, and MMA. ONE Championship’s willingness to create innovative matchups opens up a world of possibilities for future crossover battles. Don’t miss the live broadcast of ONE 165 on Sunday, January 28.
Exciting Matchup at ONE 165
ONE Championship’s upcoming event, ONE 165 : Superlek vs. Takeru, will feature a special rules super-fight between striking legend Nieky Holzken and Japanese MMA icon Yoshihiro Akiyama. The event will take place on Sunday, January 28, at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan.
Clash of Legends
Both Holzken and Akiyama are legends in their respective sports. Holzken, with over 100 striking bouts and multiple World Titles, has captivated fans worldwide with his thrilling fighting style. Akiyama, a former national athlete in judo, has made a name for himself in mixed martial arts and has become a global celebrity through TV shows and movies.
Unique Ruleset
ONE 165 introduces a first-of-its-kind ruleset for the super-fight. The competitors will face each other in three rounds, with each round featuring a different discipline. The first round will be under boxing rules, the second round under kickboxing rules, and if they reach the third round, it will be Akiyama’s turn to showcase his skills in MMA.
Opening Doors of Possibility
ONE Championship’s willingness to create innovative matchups opens up a world of possibilities. Fighters from different disciplines could step out of their comfort zones and engage in thrilling crossover battles. The success of matchups like Demetrious Johnson vs. Rodtang Jitmuangnon has shown that fans and fighters alike are eager for these unique encounters.
Don’t miss all the action from ONE 165 , which will be broadcast live on pay-per-view at watch.onefc.com this Sunday, January 28.
