Former three-time K-1 champion of Japan, Rukiya Anpo, was visibly unfazed during the final ONE 173 press conference, despite the menacing looks from his opponent, Marat Grigorian.
“Demolition Man” will make his promotional debut against the Armenian legend during the star-studded show at Ariake Arena in Tokyo this Sunday, November 16.
For Anpo, being on the world stage doesn’t bother him since he feels that’s where he truly belongs.
The 30-year-old has made headlines in the build-up to this potential featherweight kickboxing world title eliminator after diminishing Grigorian’s iconic credentials.
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Now, Anpo is ready to walk the talk. He told the media at the event’s final press conference:
“Well, I’m surprised and calm right now. Every match is obviously important. But this one in particular, I’m positioning this kickboxing match as the pinnacle of my kickboxing career, and I will come out victorious.”
A former three-time K-1 champion, Anpo is used to bright lights. The Osaka native has competed in superfights with combat sports legends like Manny Pacquiao and Buakaw Banchamek.
Additionally, he will be fighting at home in front of his passionate Japanese fans, which gives him extra motivation.
Rukiya Anpo says Marat Grigorian fight is the only thing worrying him
Rukiya Anpo can’t afford any distractions as he enters the biggest fight of his promising career.
The 30-year-old from Osaka remains focused on the task at hand and puts on his blinders.
When asked in the press if he was interested in competing in Muay Thai or perhaps even MMA in the country of martial arts, Anpo replied:
“For now, I don’t have anything in mind regarding competing in other disciplines. Because I want to achieve my goal for now.”
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Edited by Aziel Karthak
