M2MMA Monday Blog - 7th of April,2025
Combat Sports Weekend Recap: Chaos, Comebacks & Contenders (April 4–6, 2025)

Combat sports fans were spoiled this weekend with a global buffet of fights from four premier platforms: UFC, ONE Championship, BKFC, and Boxing. From upsets and knockouts to redemptions and retirements, this weekend had everything. Whether you were watching the lights of Las Vegas, the legacy of Lumpinee, or the bare-knuckle brutality of Dubai, the combat world delivered moments we won’t forget anytime soon.

Let’s dive into the highlights.

ONE Fight Night 30: Legends Fall, New Stars Rise

Date: April 5, 2025
Location: Lumpinee Boxing Stadium, Bangkok, Thailand

ONE Championship once again turned Bangkok into a combat sports hotspot, with a mix of title fights, breakout performances, and a major upset that sent shockwaves through the Muay Thai world.

Roman Kryklia def. Lyndon Knowles (KO, R1)

ONE Heavyweight Muay Thai World Championship

Towering Ukrainian champion Roman Kryklia defended his heavyweight Muay Thai belt in devastating fashion, stopping England’s Lyndon Knowles with a crushing right hand in round one. Kryklia’s composure, distance control, and finishing instinct were all on display in a brief, brutal display.

He remains the king of the division—until someone proves they can survive the first five minutes with him.

Regian Eersel def. Alexis Nicolas (Majority Decision)

Catchweight Muay Thai (Non-title)

Although stripped of his belt for missing weight, Regian Eersel showed the world why he’s still one of the most dangerous men in ONE. In his trilogy bout with French striker Alexis Nicolas, Eersel leaned on his usual mix of range control, body shots, and calculated aggression to earn a majority decision.

A title rematch seems inevitable—assuming he can sort things out at the scale.

Asa Ten Pow def. Seksan Or Kwanmuang (TKO, R3)

Catchweight Muay Thai (142 lbs)

In a jaw-dropping upset, American striker Asa “The American Ninja” Ten Pow stopped Thai legend Seksan Or Kwanmuang with a stunning third-round TKO. Known for his grit and granite chin, Seksan was dropped twice in the first two rounds before getting caught clean with a right hook early in the third.

Ten Pow executed a brilliant game plan—mixing kicks, counters, and movement—against one of the most durable fighters in the game. This was the moment he’d been chasing for years, and it might just be his launchpad to title contention.

George Jarvis def. Mouhcine Chafi (Unanimous Decision)

Lightweight Muay Thai

British standout George “G-Unit” Jarvis turned in a mature, technical performance against Moroccan fighter Mouhcine Chafi, scoring two knockdowns and controlling every round with calculated pressure.

Jarvis dropped Chafi early with a clean right hand, then again with a well-placed elbow. He never got wild, never got reckless—just clean, patient Muay Thai. Now riding a four-fight win streak in ONE, Jarvis looks like a serious problem in the lightweight division..

UFC Vegas 105: The ‘Miracle’ Rises, McKee Makes His Mark
Date: April 6, 2025
Location: UFC Apex, Las Vegas, Nevada

Though it lacked blockbuster names, UFC Vegas 105 was rich in storylines—and two featherweight and welterweight prospects seized their moments.

Lerone Murphy def. Josh Emmett (Unanimous Decision)

Lerone “The Miracle” Murphy remained undefeated, outpointing the always-dangerous Josh Emmett in a tactical featherweight clash. Murphy’s speed, footwork, and composure allowed him to control range and frustrate Emmett, who struggled to land his signature power shots.

With this win, Murphy inches closer to the Top 10. His measured approach and technical growth suggest he’s not just a British prospect anymore—he’s a legitimate threat in the division.

Rhys McKee def. Daniel Frunza (TKO via Doctor Stoppage, R1)

Ireland’s Rhys McKee made the most of his UFC return, overwhelming debutant Daniel Frunza with clean strikes, multiple knockdowns, and nonstop pressure in round one. The damage was so severe that the cageside doctor waved it off before round two could start.

After a rocky first stint in the UFC, this was a redemptive performance for McKee—and it came with a $50K bonus to boot.

BKFC 71 & 72: Dubai Goes Bare-Knuckle

Dates: April 4–5, 2025
Location: Dubai, UAE
BKFC ran back-to-back events in Dubai this weekend, bringing its growing global audience a double dose of hand-to-hand carnage.

BKFC 71: Trout & Hart Retain

Former boxing champ Austin Trout successfully defended his bare-knuckle title in a gritty, technical battle against Trinidad-Snake, showing off the same slick defense and ring IQ that made him a standout in boxing.

Meanwhile, Britain Hart continued to solidify her status as the face of BKFC’s women’s division. Her volume striking and toughness were too much for her challenger, as she cruised to another decision victory.

BKFC 72: Chalmers Delivers KO, Stewart Holds Gold

Aaron Chalmers, known for his transitions from reality TV to MMA to boxing, may have finally found his perfect fit in bare-knuckle. He blasted Chas Symonds with a vicious right hand that ended the fight in less than a round. Chalmers looked confident, composed, and dangerous—a sign that he might be ready for bigger fights in BKFC.

In the main event, Stewart retained his title after a punishing war with Strydom. It was the kind of fight only BKFC can offer: raw, bloody, and unrelenting.

Boxing: Hrgovic Sends Message and Tszyu Back in Form


Date: April 6, 2025

Filip Hrgovic def. Joe Joyce (Unanimous Decision)

Venue: Manchester, UK

Heavyweight hopeful Filip Hrgovic earned the biggest win of his career by outpointing the iron-jawed Joe Joyce in a hard-hitting affair. Hrgovic started fast and finished strong, landing the cleaner, more effective punches across all 10 rounds.

Joyce, once viewed as an unstoppable tank, has now lost four of his last five. For Hrgovic, it’s a ticket to the title conversation. For Joyce, it might be time to reassess his path forward.

Tim Tszyu def. Joey Spencer (TKO, R4)

Venue: Las Vegas, Nevada

Back against the wall after two straight losses, Tim Tszyu roared back with a dominant win over Joey Spencer, battering him to a fourth-round TKO. Tszyu’s body work was relentless, and the corner wisely threw in the towel after Spencer took too much unanswered punishment.

Tszyu used his post-fight interview to call out Keith Thurman—a bout that could determine who’s next in line for a title shot at 154.

Final Take: The Past Meets the Future

This weekend was more than just entertaining—it was revealing.

We saw legends fall, contenders emerge, and prospects make their mark. Whether it was Asa Ten Pow silencing Lumpinee, Lerone Murphy proving he belongs in the title mix, or Tim Tszyu reigniting his boxing career—this was a weekend where new narratives were born and legacies were rewritten.

Combat sports never sleep. And if this weekend was any indication, the future is coming fast—and it's got heavy hands.

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