Superbon defeated Masaaki Noiri in the A 173 Main Event on Sunday to become the undisputed ONE Featherweight Kickboxing World Champion.
Superbon’s earned a unanimous decision over Noiri in Tokyo, although the victory came with a hint of controversy after the multiple world title holder was warned he would repeatedly beat his opponent. While that tactic is allowed Muay Thai Attacking is strictly prohibited in kickboxing. Despite that, Super voucher repeated during exchanges and received no formal warning, such as a yellow or red card.
That seemingly frustrated fight with fans on social media quickly calling out Superbon for the tactics and referee Olivier Coste for not properly punishing Superbon for trying to pin down his opponent with every exchange.
Official result: Superbon def. Masaaki Noiri has won the undisputed ONE featherweight kickboxing world title via unanimous decision.
It was a somewhat frustrating end to an otherwise great night of fighting. Yet Superbon did exactly what he needed to become an undisputed kickboxing king again.
Next, it appears the Thai superstar plans to return to Muay Thai to once again pursue his dream of becoming a two-division champion.
Watch highlights of Superbon vs. Masaaki Noiri on ONE 173:
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