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Japan’s most electric women’s wrestling show is finally coming to America
One of Japan’s most exciting and culturally unique sports is making its long-awaited leap to the United States. Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling (TJPW) — the country’s premier women’s wrestling promotion known for its mix of elite athleticism, pop idol flair and off-the-wall charm — is…
· Ryan General
Manny Pacquiao announces 2024 rematch with Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Filipino boxing legend Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao has revealed plans for a purported rematch with American rival Floyd Mayweather Jr. in 2024. Return of the Pacman: Pacquiao announced the upcoming bout during a special appearance at Rizin 45, a combat sporting event held by Rizin…
· Ryan General
Ross Butler says MMA training is harder than superhero training
Ross Butler recently compared the physicality of playing a superhero in “Shazam!” to becoming a mixed martial artist (MMA) for his latest film, “Perfect Addiction.” The film, which is based on the Wattpad novel of the same name by Claudia Tan, sees Butler in the shoes of an MMA…
· Ines Shin
Thai cadets perform record-breaking Muay Thai ‘wai khru’ ceremony
On Monday, 3,660 Thai army cadets, university students and volunteers set the world record for the largest Muay Thai ceremony, shattering the previous Guinness World Record of 250 participants. The volunteers joined thousands of Thai army cadets to perform a mass Muay Thai “wai…
· Bryan Ke
Muay Thai or Kun Khmer? Cambodia, Thailand spar over sport’s name ahead of 2023 SEA Games
Thailand has threatened a boycott of the upcoming 2023 Southeast Asian Games after Cambodia announced that the games will use the name “Kun Khmer” instead of “Muay Thai.” Vath Chamroeun, secretary-general of the Cambodian SEA Games Organising Committee (CAMSOC) and the National…
· Bryan Ke
Japanese kickboxer Rukiya Anpo demolishes ‘street fighters’ who interrupted training session
A video of Japanese kickboxer Rukiya “Demolition Man” Anpo beating up two “street fighters” who interrupted his training session with fellow Japanese kickboxer Kosei Yamada went viral. Footage of the fight has garnered over 624,000 views on Twitter and more than 116,000 views on…
· Jane Nam
Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather to face Japanese MMA fighter Mikuru Asakura in exhibition bout
Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather, 45, is set to face off against Japanese MMA fighter Mikuru Asakura, 29, in an exhibition boxing match in September. During introductions, a composed Asakura in sunglasses stated, “I’m an MMA fighter but I’m going to use this opportunity and I’m…
· Bryan Ke
Japanese YouTuber Loses Over 150 Pounds in Inspiring Transformation
A man in Japan is receiving a lot of attention after he lost almost 70 kilograms (154 pounds) of body weight in a year. Japanese YouTuber Ruibosu, who stands at 170 centimeters (5 feet 6 inches) tall, was at his heaviest point at 140 kilograms (308 pounds) before he went through…
· Editorial Staff
The Rise of Asian American Martial Arts Athletes in ONE Championship
Asia’s largest martial arts organization, ONE Championship, without a doubt, has the largest collection of Asian martial arts World Champions who are currently employed on its elite roster of talent. The list of legendary figures is long and consists of some of the most iconic…
· Ryan General
College Student Killed By Champion Boxer After Getting Paid $34 to Fight
A poor college student desperate for cash died after fighting a kickboxing champion in a match. Promised $34 for the fight, 22-year-old Ming Jixian decided to take on an experienced kick-boxer named Wang Haoran in Chengdu city, Sichuan province on November 30.
· Editorial Staff
Remarkable Asian Women Leading the World of Martial Arts
The presence of women in various aspects of martial arts is increasing every year, especially in Asia. The increased participation is due primarily to the pioneers and new human inspirations that seemingly arise regularly. There are so many women making a huge impact and…
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Mei Yamaguchi Uses Her Japanese Spirit To Overcome Bullying, Opponents
Put yourself in the shoes of a young child, learning and developing your personality – developing who you are. Now as that child, place yourself in a completely foreign country. That was what growing up was like for ONE Championship superstar Mei Yamaguchi.
· Editorial Staff
Savannah Ehm Is A Prospect, Illustrator And The Child Of Survivors
The world of martial arts is packed with athletes with compelling stories from all different backgrounds. Many of the competitors with significant organizations like ONE Championship feature athletes who have come from unimaginable poverty and tragedy. With that said, there may…
· Jin Hyun
I Spent a Day With MMA World Champion Angela Lee and Now I’m Hooked
Angela “Unstoppable” Lee was only 20 years old when she defeated veteran MMA fighter Mei Yamaguchi, a woman nearly twice her age, making her the ONE Women’s Atomweight World Champion and the youngest female MMA world champion. I made sure to remember this when I walked up the…
· Editorial Staff
Yoshihiro ‘Sexyama’ Akiyama: From Korean Reality TV and Drama to the Circle
Some people just have “it.” How do you define “it?” It’s hard to, but “it” is the kind of thing you know when you see “it.” Japanese-South Korean superstar Yoshihiro “Sexyama” Akiyama has “it” in spades.
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Asian Martial Arts Heroes That Will Change MMA in the United States
Mixed martial arts is an immensely popular sport on a global scale. Just like professional basketball, football, and soccer, it’s a mainstream sport with fans from all demographics. It’s one of the fastest rising sports today. According to various studies, the mixed martial arts…
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How Stamp Fairtex Overcame Bullying And Gender Stereotypes To Become A Martial Arts Superstar
The most influential people make their struggles a part of their success story. Stamp Fairtex is one of those people. She is only 22 years old, but the native of Thailand has already established herself as a martial arts legend. That might sound like an overstatement, but if you…
· Editorial Staff
How Aerospace Engineer Janet Todd Became a ‘Secret’ Muay Thai Champion
Martial artists come from all walks of life. Many find combat sports as a means of escape from troubles. Most find an appreciation and love for the discipline that is a part of the arts. Few find them after establishing themselves with a career in an esteemed field like…
· Editorial Staff
MMA World Champions Reveal What They Eat While Training to Stay in Peak Shape
Professional athletes often have the healthiest bodies, and it’s not solely because of the way they train. What they eat while they’re training is just as important as the work they put into staying in shape to compete. What should you eat while training? It depends on your body…
· Khier Casino
Go Home, Everyone! Donnie Yen Won the #BottleCapChallenge
First, it was the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge; then, it was the bottle-flipping craze; now, celebrities are jumping on the bottle cap challenge. The viral social media trend challenges participants try to unscrew the top of a bottle with a roundhouse kick without knocking the…