Samuel Fitzgerald steps in to face Charlie Guest at ONE Fight Night 44
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 6:15 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Samuel Fitzgerald will face Charlie Guest in a featherweight Muay Thai match at ONE Fight Night 44 on June 26 in Bangkok, Thailand. Fitzgerald replaces Bampara Kouyate, who withdrew due to injury. This matchup features two promotional debutants, with Guest eager to make a significant impact and Fitzgerald looking to showcase his skills after an impressive track record. Guest has a background in MMA and a strong striking repertoire, while Fitzgerald holds an 8-1 record and has trained extensively in Thailand. The event will be broadcast live in U.S. primetime.
- •Fitzgerald replaces Bampara Kouyate due to injury.
- •The fight takes place on June 26 at Lumpinee Stadium.
- •Charlie Guest aims to make a statement in his promotional debut.
- •Samuel Fitzgerald is the reigning WBC Muay Thai New Zealand Super Welterweight Champion.
- •Both fighters are debuting in ONE Championship with significant backgrounds.
- 6:15 AMYahoo Sports — Samuel Fitzgerald Steps In To Face Charlie Guest In Featherweight Muay Thai Clash At ONE Fight Night 44
"The two promotional debutants will look to leave a lasting mark on June 26 in Bangkok, Thailand.
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