ONE 168 adds Maurice Abevi vs. Samat Mamedov to Denver lineup
One of Asiaâs leading mixed martial arts promotions is set to return to American soil and the lineup is expanding.
ONE 168 takes place Sept. 6 at Ball Arena in Denver. The most recent addition is a three-round welterweight bout between Maurice Abevi (8-1) and Samat Mamedov (10-0), promotion officials Tuesday informed MMA Junkie.
Abevi (8-1) rides a two-fight winning streak into the matchup. He most recently competed in May when he defeated UFC alum Lipeng Zhang by unanimous decision. Prior to that Abevi finished Blake Cooper, brother of PFL standout Ray, by first-round TKO.
Mamedov (10-0) is a finisher with nine stoppages in 10 appearances including six submissions and three TKOs. This bout will be his promotional debut, which comes after he choked out UFC alum Will Chope in 71 seconds for Kazakh promotion Octagon League.
With the addition, the ONE 168 lineup includes:
Jonathan Haggerty vs. Superlek Kiatmoo â muay Thai
Mikey Musumeci vs. Kade Ruotolo â grappling
Liam Harrison vs. Saeksan Or Kwanmuang â muay Thai
Maurice Abevi vs. Samat Mamedov â MMA
News
âFireworks In Decemberâ- Ian Garry Challenges Unbeaten Rakhmonov For Year-End Showdown
âFireworks In Decemberâ- Ian Garry Challenges Unbeaten Rakhmonov For Year-End Showdown Ian Garry and Shavkat Rakhmonov Confidence is an essential tool in a fighterâs arsenal. And when it comes to confidence, Ian Garry has it in spades. The Irish welterweight…
What Is Conor McGregorâs New Record Label Business? All About Greenback Records
What Is Conor McGregorâs New Record Label Business? All About Greenback Records Conor McGregor has expanded his business ventures by launching a music label in his homeland. The 36-year-old is taking on a new challenge in the music industry, making…
Jake Paul stops Mike Perry by sixth-round TKO, calls out UFC champ Alex Pereira
Jake Paul stops Mike Perry by sixth-round TKO, calls out UFC champ Alex Pereira Jake Paul continues to put a beating on MMA guys. The latest victim was also a bareknuckle guy, as Mike Perry was stopped by Paul in Round 6 of…
Conor McGregor goes off on âpissbagâ Jake Paul, tells Mike Perry âyouâre firedâ from BKFC
Conor McGregor goes off on âpissbagâ Jake Paul, tells Mike Perry âyouâre firedâ from BKFC If there was ever a case of a combat sports boss throwing a tantrum on social media, it came from Conor McGregor on Saturday night. After Jake Paul defeated Mike…
Conor McGregor Begins Irelandâs First Major Record Label As UFC Star Enters Music Business â âGreenback Recordsâ
Conor McGregor Begins Irelandâs First Major Record Label As UFC Star Enters Music Business â âGreenback Recordsâ Conor McGregor One thing about Conor McGregor is that he knows how to secure his bank balance. From the whiskey business to fighting…
Alex Pereiraâs Toughest Opponent In Kickboxing Set To Make Debut On Dana White Contender Series
Alex Pereiraâs Toughest Opponent In Kickboxing Set To Make Debut On Dana White Contender Series Alex Pereira The UFC is a hub for elite Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). As such, fighters from various disciplines come to test their mettle. But…
End of content
No more pages to load
