Rukiya Anpo believes he has identified a fatal flaw in Marat Grigorian’s game that could make his promotional debut very straightforward.
The 29-year-old former K-1 champion is set to make his ONE Championship debut against the veteran Armenian striker in a featherweight kickboxing bout at ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri. The event will take place inside Tokyo’s Ariake Arena on Sunday, November 16.
In a pre-fight interview with ONE Championship, the Japanese warrior explained why he views Grigorian’s elite-level experience as less threatening than many might expect.
“As I said in the press conference, Grigorian has one pattern. He has no options in his fight style. That’s something I can do [well],” Rukiya Anpo stated.
Grigorian, a former two-time ONE featherweight kickboxing world title challenger and three-time Glory kickboxing world champion, has built his career on a proven formula that has worked against top-tier competition for years. However, Anpo believes that predictability—even when executed at a high level—creates exploitable patterns for fighters with the technical skill to capitalize on them.
The clash on November 16 will determine whether ‘Demolition Man’s analysis holds true or if Grigorian’s experience and tested formula are exactly what’s needed to humble the confident promotional newcomer.
Tickets for ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri can be purchased [here]. Fans around the globe can visit watch.onefc.com for viewing options in their region.
### Rukiya Anpo and Marat Grigorian’s Keys to Victory
Both fighters possess world-class arsenals capable of securing a pivotal win at ONE 173 inside the state-of-the-art Ariake Arena.
For Anpo, leveraging his height and reach advantage will be crucial in selecting his battles wisely. At the same time, he must respect Grigorian’s wicked combinations that have knocked out multiple kickboxing champions.
Anpo is known for his creativity when setting up punches. Sticking to this strategy will be key to forcing Grigorian to drop his guard, creating openings for slick straights or uppercuts.
On the other hand, Grigorian’s best bet will be to apply relentless pressure. The three-time Glory world champion rarely lets up in the ring, and employing another high-octane approach could force more unforced errors from Anpo.
The upcoming bout promises to be an exciting test of tactics and skill, with both fighters eager to make their mark.
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