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Marat Grigorian Advances in ONE Samurai Tournament at Lumpinee Stadium
Armenian kickboxer Marat Grigorian secured a victory over Mamuka Usubyan at the The Inner Circle 25 event in Bangkok.
On August 7, 2026, the Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok hosted 'The Inner Circle 25,' a major combat sports event featuring international talent. Among the highlights was a quarter-final bout in the ONE Samurai Kickboxing Tournament (featherweight division) between Armenian fighter Marat Grigorian and Russian competitor Mamuka Usubyan.
According to Khaosod Online, Grigorian maintained a high level of pressure throughout the match, consistently landing strikes and controlling the pace against Usubyan. The judges ultimately awarded the victory to Grigorian, allowing him to advance to the next stage of the tournament. The event also featured a highly anticipated main event between Nabil Anane and Suakim Sor Jor Thongprajin, as well as other bouts including a match involving Abdulla.
For residents and visitors in Thailand, events at Lumpinee Stadium remain a significant cultural and sporting attraction, often drawing international crowds and showcasing elite-level martial arts. These tournaments contribute to the local sports economy and the stadium's reputation as a global hub for Muay Thai and kickboxing. While the results of the quarter-final are confirmed, fans are now awaiting further announcements regarding the schedule and venue for the tournament's semi-final rounds. Those planning to attend future events should monitor official ONE Championship channels for ticket availability and updated fight cards.