The press conference for the event attracted a large number of global media representatives, with attention focused on the showdown between Martin Nguyen and Jadambaa, as this was the main event of ONE: ROOTS OF HONOR taking place in the octagon at the Mall of Asia Arena in Manila.
 The press conference attracted a large number of international media representatives. |
Indeed, the return of "The Situ-Asian" (Martin Nguyen's nickname) after nearly a year has attracted the attention of the martial arts world and the media. Following his defeat in the bantamweight title fight against Kevin Belingon last July, a subsequent injury forced the 30-year-old Vietnamese-American fighter to relinquish his world lightweight championship belt, preventing him from competing at the ONE Championship event in September.
According to experts, the constant changes in weight classes have hindered the overall success of the Vietnamese-born fighter. Therefore, fans are eagerly awaiting this fight in his preferred weight class.
During the press conference, Martin Nguyen said: “I’ve overcome some serious issues and I’m ready now. I feel good and very healthy and I’m eager to get in the ring.” The Australian fighter of Vietnamese descent added: “This is my fourth fight in the Philippines and I’m determined to defend my title. He (Narantungalag Jadambaa) is a complete fighter. I like his fighting style and I’ll get to enjoy it in the fight on April 12th.”
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Vietnamese-American fighter Martin Nguyen will fight against Mongolian martial arts legend. ONE Championship, Asia's number one mixed martial arts arena, will return to the Mall of Asia Arena in Manila, Philippines, with the ONE: ROOTS OF HONOR event on April 12th. In the main event, Vietnamese-American fighter Martin Nguyen will return to the octagon to defend his world featherweight championship belt against a Mongolian martial arts legend.
At the press conference, Martin Nguyen (who has a record of 11 wins and 3 losses) also shared about spending a lot of time training to prepare for the ONE: ROOTS OF HONOR event. The 30-year-old fighter revealed that he trains with many different fighters in the hope of finding a new fighting style.
This is one of the factors that attracts the attention of the Asian martial arts community, who are accustomed to the signature moves of "The Situ-Asian"—the powerful and lightning-fast right-hand punches.
 Fans are eagerly awaiting the main showdown between Martin Nguyen and Narantungalag Jadambaa at the ONE: ROOTS OF HONOR event |
However, if he wants to retain the belt, Martin Nguyen will have to overcome a significant challenge against an opponent who is celebrated as one of the icons of Asian martial arts. Despite being 43 years old, Jadambaa still displays strength and agility in the octagon. Furthermore, with his impressive comeback, winning 6 out of his last 8 fights, the Mongolian legend has a strong desire to reclaim the championship belt he once held, as well as make history as the oldest fighter to win a world championship belt.
Accordingly, besides his extensive experience in the ring, the thunderous hooks of the 43-year-old Mongolian fighter will certainly be a tactic that Martin Nguyen will have to find a way to counter. At the press conference, Jadambaa expressed his determination with the statement: "My age is not a problem and I will fight with determination to be worthy of the fans' honor."
 Vietnamese-American fighter Martin Nguyen receives special attention from the media. |
“I love martial arts, and when I fight, I always try my best. I guess my fans feel the same way. I want to leave the best possible message, try to show my full potential, and value the spirit of fair play,” Jadambaa added.
On the evening of April 12th, the octagon of the Mall of Asia Arena will be ablaze with excitement, as the main event between Martin Nguyen and Jadambaa promises to be dramatic until the very last minute. The winner will be celebrated, but the loser will still receive praise, as both fighters have left a legacy of successful careers in Asia's number one mixed martial arts arena.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/vo-si-goc-viet-martin-nguyen-quyet-ha-huyen-thoai-vo-thuat-mong-co-1851342281.htm
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