ONE 173: “My dream job”
Yuya Wakamatsu is not just a mixed martial artist; he sees MMA as the culmination of his hard work and dedication. The current ONE flyweight MMA world champion is gearing up for his first title defense at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri, taking place at Tokyo’s Ariake Arena on November 16th.
In this highly-anticipated event, Wakamatsu will be facing off against Joshua Pacio, the reigning ONE strawweight MMA world champion who is aiming to become a two-sport world champion. In an exclusive interview with the South China Morning Post (SCMP), Wakamatsu shared his thoughts on MMA and what it means to him beyond just winning titles.
“I think MMA is the best job or my dream job. I deserve to continue this sport as well. MMA teaches me about the mental techniques and physical skills all around. That’s the thing I got from MMA,” Wakamatsu told SCMP.
Pacio, also known as ‘The Passion,’ brings a wealth of world championship experience to the table, making him a formidable opponent for Wakamatsu. However, the Japanese fighter is determined to secure a successful title defense in front of his home crowd in Tokyo.
Wakamatsu credits his fans in Japan for helping him overcome challenges in the past, stating that their support gives him extra strength and motivation. As he gears up to face Pacio at ONE 173, he is counting on his fans to once again rally behind him and propel him to victory.
Fight fans can catch all the action from ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri by purchasing PPV passes on live.onefc.com. With five world title fights on the card, this event promises to deliver high-octane MMA action inside the iconic Ariake Arena in Tokyo.
As the countdown to the big showdown between Wakamatsu and Pacio begins, the question remains: who will emerge victorious and claim the flyweight MMA crown? Share your predictions and get ready for an electrifying night of MMA action in Tokyo.
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