ONE Championship: Tynan on the Path to MMA Heavyweight Title, Set to Face Cerilli in Bangkok – South China Morning Post

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Ben Tynan is advancing towards the MMA heavyweight championship and will take on former title contender Mauro Cerilli after his participation in ONE 167.

Tynan (6-0) boasts a 2-2 record in ONE Championship. He entered the scene in November, triumphing over powerful South Korean Kang Ji-won in the third round.

The 30-year-old also recently competed, swiftly defeating Duke Didier in the first round. Fans admire his flawless fighting history and his distinct choice of denim-style shorts inside the ring.

While Tynan remains undefeated, Cerilli’s journey in ONE Championship has been fluctuating, marked by victories and defeats since joining the promotion in 2018, including a title fight in his debut, where he was stymied by Brandon Vera.

The former Cage Warriors heavyweight champion has secured three wins in six outings, with a notable victory over Paul Elliott last year.

Mauro Cerilli aims to continue his winning streak and stop Ben Tynan. Photo: ONE Championship

The event on June 8 will mark ONE Championship’s return to the 11,000-seat Impact Arena for the first time since January 2023. Headlining the event will be Thai sensation Stamp Fairtex, who will face off against former teammate Dennis Zamboanga in an atomweight MMA title bout.

Additionally, a Thai fighter will defend his title in the co-main event. Tawanchai PKS Saenchai Gym will put his featherweight Muay Thai belt on the line against Joe Nattawut in a rematch.

Meanwhile, former bantamweight Muay Thai title contender Liam Harrison is making his much-anticipated comeback. After a two-year hiatus following knee surgery, he is set to square off against Katsuki Kitano in his return fight.

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