Events
Masaaki Noiri Secures Victory at ONE Samurai 2
Japanese kickboxer Masaaki Noiri defeated Liu Mengyang via first-round knockout at the ONE Samurai 2 event in Tokyo.
On August 8, 2026, Japanese fighter Masaaki Noiri achieved a significant victory at the ONE Samurai 2 event held at the Ebara Wave Arena in Ota, Tokyo. Competing in a featherweight kickboxing match, Noiri secured a knockout win against Chinese fighter Liu Mengyang at the 2:59 mark of the first round.
This victory serves as a form of redemption for Noiri, who had previously suffered a defeat against Liu on December 20, 2024, during the ONE Friday Fights 92 event. The event also featured other notable results, including Mohammad Siasarani defeating Kaito via a first-round knockout at 1:27, and Luo Chao securing a win against Kosuke.
For travelers and residents interested in combat sports, this event highlights the ongoing expansion of ONE Championship’s presence in the region. While the results of these specific bouts are confirmed, fans of the sport may look forward to future announcements regarding potential rematches or title implications for the featherweight division. As of now, there are no further details regarding the next scheduled appearances for these athletes in Thailand or abroad.