ONE Fight Night 27 is shaping up to be an action-packed event, featuring two highly anticipated world title bouts. The main event will see reigning ONE Featherweight MMA World Champion Tang Kai defend his title against the undefeated Kyrgyzstani contender Akbar Abdullaev. Additionally, the co-main event will showcase a thrilling clash for the interim ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Title between Denice Zamboanga and Alyona Rassohyna.
Main Event: ONE Featherweight MMA World Championship
Tang Kai will put his featherweight title on the line against the undefeated Akbar Abdullaev.
- Champion: Tang Kai (China)
- Challenger: Akbar Abdullaev (Kyrgyzstan)
- Current Record:
- Tang Kai: 9-0-0 (5 finishes)
- Akbar Abdullaev: 11-0-0 (100% finishing rate)
- Champion’s Background:
Tang Kai has been a dominant force in the division since joining ONE Championship, finishing five of his eight opponents. He captured the featherweight title in 2022 with a victory over Thanh Le and successfully defended it in a TKO win over the same opponent after a long injury layoff. - Challenger’s Background:
Abdullaev, who made his ONE debut in 2023, has a perfect record with 11 wins, finishing all his opponents before the third round. His aggressive and powerful style makes him one of the most dangerous challenges for the reigning champion.
Co-Main Event: ONE Interim Women’s Atomweight MMA World Championship
In the co-main event, Denice Zamboanga faces Alyona Rassohyna for the interim women’s atomweight title. With the winner earning a future opportunity to fight for the undisputed title against current champion Stamp Fairtex.
- #2 Ranked Contender: Denice Zamboanga (Philippines)
- #4 Ranked Contender: Alyona Rassohyna (Ukraine)
- Current Record:
- Zamboanga: 6-2-0
- Rassohyna: 14-5-0
- Background:
Zamboanga has been a top contender in the division, with an impressive record of six wins in eight fights. Her aggressive and well-rounded game has earned her a spot as one of the division’s top challengers.
Rassohyna, a seasoned veteran, has previously fought for the atomweight title and holds a 1-1 record against Stamp Fairtex. She will look to earn a chance to face Stamp for a third time by defeating Zamboanga in this pivotal contest.
The winner of this bout will face the reigning atomweight champion, Stamp Fairtex, who is currently sidelined due to a knee injury and is expected to return in 2025.
ONE Fight Night 27: Fight Card (As It Stands)
| Fight | Fighter 1 | Fighter 2 | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| Featherweight MMA World Championship | Tang Kai (c) | Akbar Abdullaev | ONE Featherweight Championship |
| Interim Women’s Atomweight MMA World Championship | Denice Zamboanga | Alyona Rassohyna | ONE Interim Women’s Atomweight |
ONE Fight Night 27 promises to deliver thrilling action, with two world championship titles at stake and plenty of high-stakes drama in the cage.
