Highlights! Anatoly Malykhin knocks out ‘Reug Reug’ to win title, retires after
Anatoly Malykhin knocked out Oumar Kane, known as 'Reug Reug', to reclaim the ONE Heavyweight title during the Inner Circle event in Bangkok. Following his victory, Malykhin announced his retirement from MMA, expressing a desire to return home. He leaves the sport as one of the most accomplished champions in ONE Championship history.
- ▪Anatoly Malykhin won the ONE Heavyweight title by knocking out Oumar Kane in the fourth round.
- ▪The fight took place at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on May 15, 2026.
- ▪Malykhin announced his retirement immediately after the fight, stating he was tired of the sport.
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