ONE Championship 173 Set to Be One of the Best Events in History

ONE Championship has staged some truly iconic nights over the years, but ONE 173 looks set to raise the bar even higher. Taking place on Sunday, 16th November in Japan, the stacked card features an unprecedented seven world title fights, bringing together some of the biggest names in striking, MMA, and Muay Thai for one historic event.

A Night of Championship Clashes

Here’s a look at the electrifying lineup of the 7 title fights that has the fans calling this one of the greatest events ever hosted:

Superbon vs Masaaki Noiri – A dream matchup for striking purists. Superbon, one of the most technical and dangerous kickboxers in the world, faces Japanese superstar Noiri in a clash that could deliver fight-of-the-year fireworks.
Reug Reug vs Anatoly Malykhin II – The rematch everyone’s been waiting for. After their first encounter ended in controversy, the Cameroonian powerhouse Reug Reug steps back into the Circle to challenge the dominant double champ Malykhin in a high-stakes heavyweight showdown.
Rodtang vs Nong-O – A Muay Thai superfight for the ages. Rodtang, the face of modern Muay Thai, meets the legendary Nong-O in a generational clash that fans thought they might never see. Expect relentless action and elite technique from start to finish.
Nadaka vs Numsurin – Japan’s own Nadaka will defend his crown against rising Thai talent Numsurin in what promises to be a high-paced, technical war between two elite strikers.
Christian Lee vs Rasulov II – The lightweight king Christian Lee returns to defend his title against Rasulov in their heated rematch. With both men known for their finishing ability, this is a fight that could end at any moment.
Nabil Anane vs Jonathan Haggerty – A fascinating Muay Thai bantamweight title bout between the tall, rangy Anane and the current bantamweight kickboxing champion Haggerty. The stylistic contrast makes this one of the most intriguing fights on the card.
Yuya Wakamatsu vs Joshua Pacio – A battle for flyweight MMA supremacy between two fan favourites. Japanese knockout artist Wakamatsu looks to capture gold against the ever-dangerous Filipino star Pacio in a fight that has title implications and national pride on the line.

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How to Watch

ONE Championship 173 takes place on Sunday, 16th November in Japan.
Fans around the world can watch the action live through the ONE Championship app and official broadcast partners, with timing adjusted for your region.

This historic card has everything — elite striking matchups, heated rivalries, and championship gold on the line across multiple divisions. With seven world titles at stake, ONE 173 is shaping up to be one of the most unforgettable nights in combat sports history.