Shamil Erdogan prepares for fight against Paul Elliott at ONE Fight Night 48
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 6:28 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Shamil Erdogan, the undefeated Turkish heavyweight, faces Paul Elliott in a main event at ONE Fight Night 48 on October 2. Erdogan, who is 13-0 in his professional MMA career, has transitioned from a potential legal career to mixed martial arts. He emphasizes the thrill of fighting and the mental aspects that connect both disciplines. The fight will take place at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok and is part of a live broadcast for U.S. audiences.
- •Erdogan holds a perfect 13-0 record in MMA.
- •He faces Paul Elliott at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok.
- •The fight is part of ONE Fight Night 48 on October 2.
- •Erdogan switched from a legal career to MMA for the thrill of fighting.
- •He has a 5-0 record in ONE Championship.
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"The undefeated Turkish heavyweight reflects on his decision to trade the courtroom for mixed martial arts.
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