Stamp Fairtex, the reigning ONE interim women’s atomweight MMA world champion from Thailand, is on a determined path to recovery following a knee injury. Currently rehabilitating, Fairtex reports being 60 to 70 percent ready to resume full training within a couple of months. Her eyes are set on a dynamic comeback in the world’s premier martial arts organization, ONE Championship. As Fairtex works through her recovery, she remains focused on a significant goal that had been momentarily sidelined—confronting strawweight MMA queen, Xiong Jing Nan, also known as ‘The Panda.’ This champion vs. champion showdown is highly anticipated and is expected to headline in 2024.
In a candid discussion with veteran MMA reporter Nick Atkin, Fairtex expressed unwavering determination. “I still want to do it. I want to keep on improving and prove to everyone that I can do it,” said Fairtex. This bout is not just another match but a chance for Fairtex to secure two-division glory—a feat that places fighters in the annals of martial arts history.
A Familiar Face in the Ring: The Anticipated Unification Bout
Before she can refocus on Xiong Jing Nan, Fairtex has an equally compelling challenge ahead—a unification match against her close friend and former Fairtex training partner, Denice Zamboanga of the Philippines. Zamboanga recently clinched interim gold with a TKO victory over Ukraine’s Alyona Rassohyna at ONE Fight Night 27 in Bangkok, setting the stage for an inevitable showdown between the two friends.
Expressing both excitement and camaraderie, Fairtex remarked, “First thing, congratulations. Congratulations, Philippines! I’m so excited to meet [Denice Zamboanga] in the ring, but sure, I’m ready to fight with my friend, it’s ok.” The forthcoming bout is not just a professional obligation but also a personal journey as Fairtex steps into the ring with a familiar face.
The journey ahead for Stamp Fairtex is filled with potential milestones and memorable clashes. As she prepares to make her return to the ring, her spirit and resolve remain unshaken. Fans of martial arts can look forward to witnessing a fighter not only return from adversity but also strive to etch her name across multiple divisions in the annals of ONE Championship.
Stay tuned MMA for all the latest news and updates surrounding the remarkable return of Stamp Fairtex. Whether it’s overcoming injury or facing friends in high-stakes matches, Fairtex embodies the heart and determination that define a true martial artist. Her journey is a testament to the strength found in the pursuit of greatness within the confines of the ONE Championship arena.
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