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Yuki Yoza prepares for ONE SAMURAI 4 following disciplined path in kickboxing

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 12:06 PM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Yuki Yoza prepares for ONE SAMURAI 4 following disciplined path in kickboxing
Summary

Yuki Yoza, a Japanese kickboxer, reflects on his journey from working as a municipal waste collector to competing in the bantamweight clash at ONE SAMURAI 4. Scheduled for October 17 in Tokyo, Yoza's transition to professional kickboxing began in 2019, leading to seven consecutive victories in his debut year. His past experiences, including the demanding work schedule, instilled a discipline that he credits for his success and motivation in training. Looking ahead, Yoza aims to showcase his skills against former ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion Nabil Anane.

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  • •Yoza fought as a waste collector before kickboxing career.
  • •ONE SAMURAI 4 takes place on October 17 in Tokyo.
  • •Yoza turned professional in 2019, achieving seven wins in his first year.
  • •He credits his mentor Masakazu Watanabe for his training.
  • •Yoza aims to compete against Nabil Anane in the bantamweight division.
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  • 12:06 PMYahoo Sports — From Garbage Collector To Kickboxing Superstar: Yuki Yoza’s Incredible Path To ONE SAMURAI 4
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The Japanese kickboxing sensation reflects on his grueling blue-collar past ahead of his next fight in Tokyo.

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