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5 Reasons Why Teen Phenom Akif Guluzada Could Make Waves In His U.S. Primetime Debut At ONE Fight Night 31

"King" will battle Sean Climaco in a flyweight Muay Thai contest on May 2.

Akif Guluzada
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Rapidly rising Muay Thai prodigy is set to make his much-anticipated U.S. primetime debut at on Friday, May 2.

The 19-year-old Azerbaijani striker will square off with Filipino-American slugger in a flyweight Muay Thai bout that promises nonstop action at Bangkok라이브 바카라 iconic Lumpinee Stadium.

Guluzada has all the makings of a future global star. Before he takes center stage at ONE Fight Night 31, we dive into five reasons why fans should be excited about his first appearance on the global roster.

#1 He Fought His Way To The Global Stage

“King” didn’t simply join ONE Championship라이브 바카라 global roster of world-class strikers – he smashed his way onto it.

The Team Mehdi Zatout standout compiled a perfect 3-0 record at ONE Friday Fights, capping his run with a highlight-reel spinning elbow knockout against in January at – earning his six-figure ONE Championship contract as a result.

Guluzada라이브 바카라 pristine record at the weekly Asia primetime event series showcased his readiness for high-profile fights and erased any doubts that he belongs among the flyweight Muay Thai division라이브 바카라 most exciting names.

#2 He라이브 바카라 A Young Knockout Artist

Despite his youth, the Azerbaijani phenom packs serious stopping power.

Two of his three victories at ONE Friday Fights came via knockout. In addition to his unforgettable finish of Puengluang, he also scored a sensational first-round TKO against young Thai talent at .

That show-stopping power is what fans love most about Muay Thai – and Guluzada.

#3 He라이브 바카라 The Perfect Dance Partner For Climaco

ONE라이브 바카라 matchmakers have given “King” the perfect opponent for his U.S. primetime debut.

Renowned for his toughness, grit, and absurd one-punch power, Climaco is anything but an easy test for Guluzada. His willingness to engage in a brawl should make for a frantic firefight for as long as it lasts.

Win, lose, or draw, Guluzada라이브 바카라 main roster debut is a guaranteed barnburner.

#4 He라이브 바카라 A Buzzsaw Of Aggression

Beyond his ruthless finishing instincts, what makes Guluzada so entertaining is his relentless pacing and dynamic style of striking.

The young athlete has proven that he carries knockout power in his hands, kicks, knees, and elbows, making him a constant threat in all aspects of “the art of eight limbs.”

His chaotic, high-volume approach creates the kind of heart-pounding action that라이브 바카라 sure to keep fans on the edge of their seats.

#5 He Represents The New Generation

At just 19 years old, “King” is a torchbearer for the next generation of striking superstars.

Training under the careful tutelage of retired ONE standout , Guluzada has developed both technical excellence and a crowd-pleasing style that should serve him well as he climbs the ranks and gains worldwide fans along the way.

A victory over a dangerous talent like Climaco could fast-track him toward even bigger opportunities in the talent-rich flyweight Muay Thai division.

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