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Rade Opacic Eyes Transition to Muay Thai, Targets Reigning Champion Roman Kryklia

Following a victory at ONE 165, Opacic is ready for a world title opportunity and may face Kryklia for the inaugural heavyweight kickboxing world championship.

  • Serbian kickboxer Rade Opacic has expressed his willingness to transition to Muay Thai for a shot at the reigning heavyweight champion, Roman Kryklia.
  • Opacic recently won a match against Iranian fighter Iraj Azizpour at ONE 165, marking his third consecutive win and moving his record to 7-1 under the ONE Championship banner.
  • Despite battling an undisclosed illness during his fight camp, Opacic managed to secure a victory and is now focused on resting and recovering.
  • Opacic is eager for a world title opportunity and believes he has earned the right to face Roman Kryklia, the reigning light heavyweight kickboxing and heavyweight Muay Thai world champion.
  • Although no official announcement has been made, it is likely that Opacic's next opponent will be Kryklia, potentially for the inaugural heavyweight kickboxing world championship.
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