Bokang Masunyane: “I have an image of me knocking him out”
Japanese MMA fighter Ryohei Kurosawa is gearing up for his second appearance in ONE Championship, aiming for a spectacular victory in his upcoming bout. Set to face South African Bokang Masunyane in a strawweight clash at ONE Fight Night 39: Rambolek vs. Dayakaev on Jan. 23 in Bangkok, Thailand, Kurosawa is brimming with confidence.
In a recent interview with ONE Championship, the 32-year-old Blackbelt Japan representative expressed his eagerness to take on Masunyane, visualizing a knockout victory in the later rounds of their three-round battle. Kurosawa stated, “I have an image of me knocking him out. That’s been on my mind. Maybe a knockout in the third round.”
Kurosawa made a successful ONE Championship debut last September at ONE Friday Fights 124, defeating Jayson Miralpez by unanimous decision. With this victory, he extended his winning streak to six fights, showcasing his prowess in both Pancrase and Shoto and improving his overall record to an impressive 20-4.
The upcoming matchup with Masunyane is seen as a significant step forward for Kurosawa in his martial arts journey. Acknowledging the skills of his opponent, Kurosawa views Masunyane as one of his toughest challenges yet. He mentioned, “It’s a big step up. But I’m excited, and I’m ready. I’d say he’s one of the toughest opponents. He’s also constantly improved his grappling skills. So, that’s why I feel he will be tough.”
Despite Masunyane experiencing setbacks in his last two fights, he is determined to bounce back and prove his worth in the strawweight division. Fans can stay updated on ONE Fight Night 39: Rambolek vs. Dayakaev by following Sportskeeda MMA and ONE Championship for the latest news and updates.
In conclusion, Ryohei Kurosawa’s upcoming bout against Bokang Masunyane promises to be a thrilling showdown between two talented fighters. Stay tuned for live coverage and analysis of the event to witness the action unfold in the cage.
(Editor: Aziel Karthak)
