30-07-2025
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
ONE Championship: Superlek lured back into ring in to fight Japanese kickboxer in Tokyo
Superlek Kiatmoo9 has been persuaded to return to the ring and will face Yuki Yoza in a bantamweight kickboxing clash at ONE 173 on November 16.
Earlier this month, the Muay Thai legend told the Post he was
unlikely to fight again in 2025
However, after he was called out by Yoza on social media, Superlek took the opportunity to get back in the ring and will fight his Japanese opponent in Tokyo's Ariake Arena.
'You said you were giving me nightmares. But when I defeat you, it's not a nightmare, it's a prophetic dream,' Yoza wrote to Superlek.
Superlek, 29, will be looking to rebound from his loss to Nabil Anane at ONE 172, also in Tokyo.
ONE Championship's Superlek Kiatmoo9 previously said he was unlikely to return to the ring in 2025. Photo: Edmond So
The Thai superstar, known as 'The Kicking Machine,' has taken time off to recover from injuries and now returns in a pivotal bout that could shape the division's title picture.
