Tue. Apr 14th, 2026

Reug Reug to Defend ONE Heavyweight MMA World Title Against Anatoly Malykhin in Rematch

The reigning ONE Heavyweight MMA World Champion, Amadou ‘Reug Reug’ Cissé, is set to make his next title defense against a familiar and formidable foe: Anatoly Malykhin.

This highly anticipated rematch is scheduled to take place on May 15th, as part of the “The Inner Circle” event. The bout promises to be a thrilling encounter as Cissé looks to solidify his championship reign against the challenger who has proven to be a significant threat.

The first encounter between these two titans was a closely contested affair, and fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see how this next chapter unfolds. With the heavyweight division’s pinnacle on the line, both fighters are expected to bring their absolute best to the ONE Championship circle.

By Jack Thornley

Jack Thornley is a passionate MMA journalist based in Bristol. With over a decade covering everything from local amateur bouts to international UFC events, Jack brings an insider's perspective to his articles. His candid interviews with fighters reveal the human stories behind the combat.

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