Preview: One Championship 'Pursuit of Greatness'

Super Series Kickboxing - Bantamweights
Han Zi Hao (58-15-0) vs. Ryan Jakiri (9-3)

China’s Han Zi Hao has looked impressive in his two ONE Championship outings. The 23-year-old lost his first bout via decision in a closely fought contest with Cypriot Panicos Yusuf. Zi Hao’s nerves got the better of him in the opening stanza, but he fought back in the closing stages almost seizing victory. After learning from that experience, his next performance demonstrated his full capabilities as a fighter when he defeated Stergos Mikkios via unanimous decision at ONE: Beyond the Horizon. Zi Hao trains out of Bangkok’s Mad Muay Thai gym and is a powerful striker who does his best work when his opponent is on the back foot.

Zi Hao will be the heavy favorite going into the bout. This will be Filipinos Ryan Jakiri’s promotional debut, and despite being a six-time national muay Thai Champion, his lack of professional experience could see him struggle against an in-form Zi Hao. Jakiri is also a fighter who prefers to bring the battle to his opponent, so however this bout unfolds, it should make for a fun and exciting encounter.

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