Step into the thrilling world of Martin Nguyen, former two-division ONE world champion, as he reflects on facing the best in ONE Championship. From triumphs against MMA elites to setbacks that fueled his resilience, Nguyen gears up for a high-stakes showdown against Garry Tonon at ONE 165.
Former two-division ONE world champion, Martin Nguyen, wears his battles like badges of honor. The Vietnamese-Australian fighter reflects on his remarkable journey, acknowledging the challenging lineup of opponents he has encountered in ONE Championship.
Nguyen, a standout from Kill Cliff FC, emphasizes that his experience at the pinnacle of the sport has been anything but a walk in the park. He highlights that every opponent he faced in ONE Championship presented formidable challenges, with no easy matchups.
While Nguyen has faced setbacks against notable names like Bibiano Fernandes, Thanh Le, and Ilya Freymanov, his victories against the likes of Christian Lee, Eduard Folayang, and Marat Gafurov underscore his prowess as a martial artist. Nguyen's journey is a testament to his resilience and entertaining fighting style.
True to his commitment to facing the best, Nguyen returns to the stage against No.1-ranked featherweight contender Garry Tonon. The outcome of this clash at ONE 165 could potentially determine the next challenger for the featherweight title. Tonon, known as 'The Lion Killer,' is a formidable opponent with a strong MMA record.
Nguyen remains unfazed by Tonon's renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu skills, expressing his determination to dominate when they meet. The upcoming ONE 165: Superlek vs. Takeru promises an electrifying showdown between two top-tier fighters. Read more about Nguyen's journey and the anticipation building up to this epic bout.