Zhang Peimian prepares for title rematch against Di Bella in Bangkok
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 5:55 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Zhang Peimian will face Jonathan Di Bella on July 17 at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok for the ONE Strawweight Kickboxing World Championship. This rematch comes nearly four years after their first contest, which Zhang lost by unanimous decision. Since then, Zhang has matured significantly both in and out of the ring, now viewing challenges with a new perspective. Di Bella enters the fight with a 15-1 record and is on a three-fight winning streak, adding pressure to their highly anticipated meeting.
- •Zhang last fought Di Bella at ONE 162 in October 2022.
- •Zhang is now 22 years old and considers himself a changed fighter.
- •Di Bella holds a 15-1 career record and is currently on a winning streak.
- •The rematch will take place at Lumpinee Stadium and be streamed live.
- 5:55 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I Just Don’t Get Emotional Anymore’ – No Longer A Teenager, Zhang Peimian Has Reached His Prime
"Chinese sensation reveals how his mindset has changed since first title clash with Jonathan Di Bella.
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