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Masaaki Noiri prepares for rematch against Liu Mengyang at ONE SAMURAI 2

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 1:37 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

Masaaki Noiri prepares for rematch against Liu Mengyang at ONE SAMURAI 2
Summary

Masaaki Noiri faces Liu Mengyang at ONE SAMURAI 2 on August 8 in Tokyo. This matchup is part of the ONE SAMURAI Featherweight Kickboxing Tournament, where Noiri aims for redemption after a prior defeat to Mengyang. Noiri’s recent performances include a win over Shakir Al-Tekreeti and a knockout of Tawanchai PK Saenchai. He sees this tournament as a vital opportunity to reclaim success in his career and carry the legacy of Japanese kickboxing.

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  • •Noiri lost to Mengyang at ONE Friday Fights 92 in December 2024.
  • •He won the interim kickboxing belt after defeating Tawanchai PK Saenchai.
  • •The matchup will take place at Ebara Wave Arena Ota in Tokyo.
  • •The tournament winner earns a shot at the undisputed champion, Superbon.
  • •Noiri emphasizes his goal of no longer experiencing losses in his career.
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  • 1:37 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I Am Not Going To Lose Anymore’ – Masaaki Noiri Eyes Redemption In ONE SAMURAI Featherweight Kickboxing Tournament
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The Japanese superstar makes a promise ahead of his rematch with Liu Mengyang at ONE SAMURAI 2 on August 8.

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