Reinier de Ridder Seeks Redemption Against Anatoly Malykhin in ONE 166: Qatar
After a devastating loss, de Ridder aims to reclaim his middleweight MMA world title and halt Malykhin's quest for a historic third division championship.
- Reinier de Ridder, the ONE middleweight MMA world champion, is set to face Anatoly Malykhin in a highly anticipated rematch at ONE 166: Qatar on March 1.
- De Ridder aims to avenge his first professional loss and prevent Malykhin from becoming the first three-division world champion in ONE Championship history.
- Malykhin, who already holds the light heavyweight and heavyweight titles, has dropped down to middleweight to challenge de Ridder.
- De Ridder has adjusted his game plan, focusing on a more cautious approach to exploit his strengths against Malykhin.
- Fans and fighters alike are eagerly awaiting the outcome of this rematch, with many believing Malykhin can achieve the unprecedented feat of securing a third title.