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Shintaro Matsukura set for ONE Championship debut on October 17

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 3:11 AM

Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Shintaro Matsukura set for ONE Championship debut on October 17
Summary

Shintaro Matsukura will make his promotional debut at ONE SAMURAI 4 on October 17, facing Sinsamut Klinmee in Tokyo's Ariake Arena. After a successful career in Japan's kickboxing scene, the 34-year-old aims to prove himself on a larger stage. Matsukura has trained at Team Vasileus alongside notable fighters, and he regularly cross-trains at Tiger Muay Thai. His friendship and training bond with Takeru Segawa, founder of Team Vasileus, spans 15 years, marking a significant aspect of his journey as a fighter.

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  • •Matsukura faces Sinsamut Klinmee at ONE SAMURAI 4 on October 17.
  • •The event is held at Tokyo’s Ariake Arena.
  • •He has trained at Team Vasileus, home to many elite kickboxers.
  • •Matsukura maintains a strong training partnership with Takeru Segawa.
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Find out more about one of Japan's most elite strikers before his promotional debut at ONE SAMURAI 4.

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