Yuki Yoza Sets Sights on World Title Gold in High-Stakes Clash Against Jonathan Haggerty at ONE Samurai 1
ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Champion Jonathan Haggerty is heading to Japan to defend his throne in a highly anticipated showdown. The 29-year-old UK standout is scheduled to make his second title defense against hometown sensation Yuki Yoza as part of the historic ONE Samurai 1 premiere.
The clash is set for Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan. This high-stakes encounter is expected to be a pivotal moment for the 135-145 lbs division, potentially shifting the power dynamic of the kickboxing rankings.
Yoza, a 28-year-old striking specialist and local favorite, has expressed immense confidence in his ability to dethrone the champion. Beyond securing the belt, the Japanese fighter has already signaled his future ambitions, eyeing a potential bout with Nabil Anane should he emerge victorious in Tokyo.
Haggerty enters the ring looking to extend his dominance. The champion’s most recent outing took place in February during ONE 171 in Qatar, where he faced Chinese challenger Wei Rui. This upcoming defense serves as a critical test of Haggerty’s reign against one of the region’s most formidable challengers.
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