ONE 173: “I am very honored”

Ten-time Muay Thai World Champion Nadaka Yoshinari of Japan is grateful that fans around the world recognize his prodigious talent.

A ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri, the 24-year-old fights Numsurin Chor Ketwina for the inaugural ONE atomweight Muay Thai title on November 16 at Tokyo's Ariake Arena.

A recent survey published in A Championshipsocial media accounts were revealed Nadaka as the heavy favorite against his Thai opponent.

While the numbers are justified, given the Japanese star's unparalleled excellence, he refuses to let confidence turn into complacency.

Eiwa Sports Gym product humbly said during the ONE 173 final press conference:

“Well, it's great that the fans are predicting me to win. I'm very happy for that. I'm very honored. And I've been working really hard and practicing a lot. But I'm not taking this match lightly by any means because I know that Numsurin, my opponent, has taken time off from work for the past few months.”

the only non-Thai fighter to capture gold in three different divisions at Rajadamnern Stadium added:

“He has everything, and I'm practicing hard, I'm pushing myself to the limit. So I'm just focused on this game right now.”

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Nadaka is banking on “strong determination” to capture the maiden crown

As sensational as Nadaka's amazing talents are, it's his mentality that separates him from others.

The proud Japanese warrior never backs down from any challenge, using his strong will to overcome all obstacles.

At ONE 173, the 24-year-old forward will enter the biggest game of his career with an unyielding determination for victory.

“First of all, it's about the immediate fight. My absolute priority is to become the inaugural champion. I have a strong determination to absolutely achieve that,” he told ONE.

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