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Superlek to Defend ONE Kickboxing Title Against Di Bella in Tokyo
Thai kickboxing champion Superlek Kiatmoo9 is set to defend his ONE Flyweight Kickboxing title against Jonathan Di Bella at ONE Samurai 4 in Japan.
According to Khaosod Online, ONE Championship has announced a major title bout for the upcoming 'ONE Samurai 4' event, scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Japan.
Superlek Kiatmoo9, the 30-year-old Thai kickboxing star from Buriram, will make his third defense of the ONE Flyweight Kickboxing World Championship. He is set to face 29-year-old Italian-Canadian challenger Jonathan Di Bella. Di Bella, who has dominated the strawweight division, is moving up in weight to challenge for a second world title. This match marks a significant return for Superlek to the flyweight division, where he aims to maintain his status as the reigning champion against a challenger known for his undefeated record in the strawweight class.
For residents and travelers interested in combat sports, this event highlights a major international showcase featuring a prominent Thai athlete on a global stage in Tokyo. The clash between these two high-level strikers is expected to be a focal point of the event's card. While the main event status and the full fight card details remain to be confirmed by the organization, the announcement sets the stage for a high-stakes encounter in the Japanese capital.