Nadaka wins kickboxing debut at ONE SAMURAI 3, prepares for title defense
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 4:44 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Nadaka Yoshinari secured a unanimous decision victory over Har Ling Om in his kickboxing debut at ONE SAMURAI 3 on September 12 in Yokohama. The reigning ONE Atomweight Muay Thai World Champion extended his unbeaten record to 42 consecutive victories. Nadaka expressed both satisfaction with the win and frustration over his inability to secure a finish, highlighting the adjustments needed when transitioning between kickboxing and Muay Thai. He will return to Muay Thai to defend his title against Rifdean Masdor on October 17 at Ariake Arena in Tokyo.
- •Nadaka Yoshinari wins by unanimous decision at ONE SAMURAI 3.
- •Victory marked his kickboxing debut on September 12 in Yokohama.
- •Nadaka has 42 consecutive wins since July 2019.
- •Next fight scheduled for October 17 against Rifdean Masdor.
- •He aims to improve his finishing ability in kickboxing.
- 4:44 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Another Reason To Keep Getting Stronger’ – Nadaka Reveals Key Takeaways From Kickboxing Debut At ONE SAMURAI 3
"The Japanese superstar reflects on adapting to a new rule set before turning his attention back to Muay Thai.
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