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Masaaki Noiri prepares for next bout after title loss at ONE Championship

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:08 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Masaaki Noiri prepares for next bout after title loss at ONE Championship
Summary

Masaaki Noiri is set to compete against Liu Mengyang at ONE SAMURAI 2 on August 8 in Tokyo. Noiri suffered a setback in his last fight, losing to Superbon by unanimous decision due to an injury that impaired his vision. The defeat was particularly painful for Noiri, who felt his family's hope and investment in his success. Now, he seeks motivation from his children as he aims for redemption in the upcoming featherweight kickboxing tournament.

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  • •Noiri fights Liu Mengyang at ONE SAMURAI 2 on August 8.
  • •He lost to Superbon in a title unification bout at ONE 173.
  • •Noiri suffered a fractured orbital bone in the first round of that fight.
  • •His children are a source of motivation as he prepares for the rematch.
  • •Minato, Noiri's son, has shown interest in kickboxing, inspired by teammates.
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  • 6:08 PMYahoo Sports — ‘The Strongest Dad’ – Masaaki Noiri Turns World Title Heartbreak Into A Powerful Lesson For His Kids
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The former interim king draws strength from his children ahead of his highly anticipated return.

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