Get ready because ONE Championship is capping off an explosive triple-header weekend with one of their biggest ONE SAMURAI events yet, live from Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan, this Saturday, October 17. This isn’t just another fight night; we’re talking about the world’s largest martial arts organization pulling out all the stops, and you absolutely do not want to miss what they’ve got cooking.
Championship Gold On The Line and History in the Making
The main event alone is worth the price of admission, seriously. Reigning ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Champion Jonathan Haggerty is stepping into enemy territory, defending his gold against former titleholder Hiroki Akimoto. This isn’t just a title fight; it’s a champion facing a massive challenge in Akimoto’s home country, and that kind of pressure makes for absolute fireworks. Before that epic showdown, we’ve got another world championship belt on the line. ONE Atomweight Muay Thai World Champion Nadaka Yoshinari is putting his title on the line against the top contender Rifdean Masdor. Two world titles in one night? That’s what you call stacked.
But wait, there’s more! The card is also loaded with the semifinal round of the ONE SAMURAI Featherweight Kickboxing Tournament, which means we’re getting some seriously high-stakes matchups as fighters battle for a spot in the finals. Plus, get ready to feel some emotions because Japanese martial arts icon Takeru Segawa is having his retirement ceremony, which is a huge deal for the sport. Keep an eye out for Luo Chao, China’s sole representative on the card, as he takes on Marat Grigorian in one of those tournament semifinals. The whole card is absolutely packed from top to bottom, with names like Masaaki Noiri, Mohammad Siasarani, Yuki Yoza, and more all stepping into the ring.
Don’t Miss a Second: How to Catch the Action
You’re not gonna want to miss a single punch or kick, so here’s how you can watch ONE SAMURAI 4 live, no matter where you are. If you’re in Japan, U-NEXT has you covered live at 3:30 p.m. Japan Standard Time (JST), and for those who want to be there in person at Ariake Arena, limited seats are still available via Pia or Zaiko. For fans in China, Migu is broadcasting the event live at 2:30 p.m. China Standard Time (CST).
For everyone else across the globe, it’s super easy to catch the first three matches live for free. Head over to ONE Championship’s YouTube channel, their Facebook page, or live.onefc.com starting at 1:30 p.m. ICT / 2:30 a.m. ET. After those first three incredible fights, you can catch the rest of the show exclusively via live.onefc.com. Just a heads up, international fans can stream ONE SAMURAI 4 live through a paid monthly subscription to The Inner Circle at live.onefc.com as part of a one-time only special.
This Saturday, October 17, is going to be an absolutely unforgettable night of martial arts. Get your viewing plans locked down and prepare for an epic showcase of skill, heart, and championship glory!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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