Jonathan Haggerty prepares to defend title against Hiroki Akimoto in Tokyo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 1:59 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Jonathan Haggerty will defend his ONE Bantamweight Kickboxing World Championship against Hiroki Akimoto on October 17 in Tokyo's Ariake Arena. Haggerty, aiming for his 25th career victory, acknowledges Akimoto's skill and successful comeback to title contention. The matchup has been highly anticipated by both fighters, and Haggerty expresses confidence in his ability to control the fight despite competing on Akimoto's home turf.
- •Haggerty and Akimoto match on October 17 at ONE SAMURAI 4.
- •Haggerty has a record of 24 wins, aiming for his 25th.
- •Akimoto returned to title contention after earlier struggles.
- •Match will take place in the hostile environment of Akimoto's home country.
- •Haggerty believes he has the strategy to win decisively.
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""The General" is ready to take out another Japanese star in Tokyo's Ariake Arena on October 17.
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