Malaysian-American phenom Johan Ghazali will come stateside for the primary time in his profession as he joins the loaded lineup at ONE 168: Denver. After struggling the primary defeat of his younger profession towards Nguyen Tran Duy Nhat at ONE 167, the 17-year-old will attempt to bounce again towards Josue Cruz in a flyweight Muay Thai contest. It goes down on the Ball Area on Friday, September 6.
Ghazali burst onto the scene on ONE Friday Fights with 4 consecutive victories, together with three knockouts. By proving himself on the occasion collection, “Jojo” made his method to U.S. primetime, the place he dispatched Edgar Tabares in 36 seconds. The momentum introduced him to ONE 167 and Duy Nhat as his first alternative towards the higher echelon.
Though he took a loss by unanimous choice, Ghazali showcased his expertise properly. Nonetheless within the infancy of his profession, “Jojo” competed with an elite striker for 3 rounds. The training expertise ought to solely serve to make him a extra full athlete in every match to return.
For Cruz, it’s a prime alternative to notch his first win in ONE Championship. The Mexican striker got here into ONE unbeaten however shortly came upon the competitors was a lot stiffer on the worldwide stage. Ghazali presents him a possibility to steal some thunder and restate his standing as a future contender.
Ghazali vs. Cruz will probably be an important introduction for each males to a dwell U.S. viewers. ONE 168: Denver airs dwell on Prime Video on Friday, September 6. The occasion begins at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT and is free for all Amazon Prime members within the U.S. and Canada.