ONE Championship will be back in U.S. primetime and on U.S. soil. ONE 168: Denver hits the Ball Arena on Friday, September 6. It is a card that cannot be missed.
In the main event, ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing and Muay Thai World Champion Jonathan Haggerty puts the Muay Thai gold on the line against ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Champion Superlek Kiatmoo9. But the card is much deeper. Here are three additional matches to keep an eye on when ONE 168 airs live and free on Prime Video.
Liam Harrison vs. Seksan
Liam Harrison and Seksan Or Kwanmuang were made for Muay Thai. The two exciting strikers always put on a show. At ONE 168, the catchweight slugfest should deliver one of, if not the Match of the Night.
Harrison has been open about being on the backside of his career. He is only concerned with putting on incredible matchups for the fans. This is exactly that.
However, as both men try to carve out a legacy, there is still much to win in this match. The victor gets a marquee win on a global stage for their resume. As soon as the bell rings, expect mayhem.
John Lineker vs. Asa Ten Pow
John Lineker is taking his power into the world of Muay Thai. Will it translate on September 6? American Asa Ten Pow will find out firsthand as he tries to stop the Brazilian and take some of the shine off of his star.
Ten Pow is flashy, quick, and motivated to be a champion in Muay Thai, kickboxing, or MMA. A win over Lineker could position him as a title contender across the board, given his stature in martial arts. Or, at least, is the thought of “The American Ninja.”
“Hands of Stone” is looking to make a splash in the striking art against a talented opponent. How far can he go? This match will give insight into how his skills translate into a pure striking art. Regardless, it will be a fun match with two gifted athletes.
Hiroyuki Tetsuka vs. Isi Fitikefu
Amid all the big names and main event, there is a dark horse for Fight of the Night. Welterweight contenders Hiroyuki Tetsuka and Isi Fitikefu could steal the show. The winner could lay claim to being the top contender in the division.
Tetsuka has been on fire. The “Japanese Beast” rides a five-match, five-finish streak into the contest. Undoubtedly, he is knocking on the door of a title fight being as exciting as he has been recently.
Fitikefu got his first win in the promotion last April by submitting Valmir Da Silva. Stopping Tetsuka would elevate him to new heights and he has the power to match the Japanese star. While under the radar, this matchup could be the most memorable collision of the night.
ONE 168: Denver airs live on Prime Video on Friday, September 6. The action begins at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. The event is free for all Amazon Prime members based in the U.S. and Canada.
