Yuki Yoza believes his bodily benefits shall be sufficient to beat certainly one of kickboxing’s most adorned veterans. The Japanese striker is able to show his price in opposition to a Thai legend.
The previous Ok-1 Champion faces #3-ranked bantamweight kickboxing contender Petchtanong Petchfergus at ONE Friday Fights 116 on Friday, July 18, inside Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium. For Yoza, the bout represents a large step up in competitors.
The 27-year-old acknowledges the problem forward. He’ll be dealing with a southpaw specialist famend for his counter-punching and unimaginable combat IQ. Petchtanong brings 359 profession fights and a number of world championships to the desk.
However Yoza stays assured that his bodily attributes and signature calf kicks will show decisive in opposition to the 39-year-old Thai legend. His distinctive combating model blends devastating kicks with explosive energy punches.
The Japanese striker gained helpful insights throughout a earlier sparring session with Petchtanong in Thailand. He believes conserving his personal talents hidden throughout that encounter will present a tactical benefit.
Recognized for his means to combat in each stances, Yoza focuses on strolling down opponents with a excessive guard earlier than unleashing flying knees and spinning again kicks which have develop into his trademark.
“Bodily energy is certainly one of my essential benefits. I [sparred] with him as soon as in Thailand, and I used to be fairly shocked at how good he was, however my martial arts [skills] are positively stronger than his. I’m positive that I can’t lose. There isn’t a means that I can lose,” he mentioned.
“I didn’t actually present my playing cards, so I feel I’m fortunate. [While sparring him], I noticed a number of his distancing and the strategies he has, and I’m hoping they are going to be helpful within the match. I don’t consider myself as simply kicking, so I’m going all out. Even along with his excessive combat IQ, I’m going to attempt to beat him with strikes he’s by no means skilled earlier than.”
