“I'm the champion without the crown” - Anissa Meksen shares her career plans for 2025 after inspiring win against Kana

Anissa Meksen (L) and Kana (R) | Image by ONE Championship
Anissa Meksen (L) and Kana (R) | Image by ONE Championship

Anissa Meksen knows what she wants next after redeeming herself at ONE Friday Fights 92. It's been a rocky road for 'C18' as of late, who failed to capture 26 pounds of gold in world title bouts against Phetjeeja Lukjaoporongtom and Jackie Buntan, respectively.

The French-Algerian, though, showcased the true heart of a champion by returning to the win column in a masterclass performance against Kana Morimoto last Friday, Dec. 20, inside the fabled grounds of Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.

Meksen proved she is still a force to be reckoned with in the women's striking ranks, dominating the Japanese star from start to finish en route to a decisive unanimous decision victory.

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Asked what's next after redeeming herself, Anissa Meksen revealed she only wants world title bouts moving forward or she might decide to ride off into the sunset.

The multi-time Muay Thai and kickboxing world champion shared during her ONE Friday Fights 92 post-event interview:

"I don't know yet. For me, I'm the champion without the crown. So I'm waiting for something good. If nothing good happens, I think I will retire. Simple."

The full replay of ONE Friday Fights 92 is available free on watch.onefc.com and ONE Championship’s YouTube page in selected areas.

Anissa Meksen says MMA transition is a possibility

Anissa Meksen will still give any female fighter in the world a run for her money. However, the 36-year-old admits to being intrigued by a possible transition to mixed martial arts.

Given her incredible striking ability, 'C18' should bode well in MMA and could be a contender right away.

The Phulet Fight Club affiliate told ONE:

"I can fight in Muay Thai, kickboxing - it’s all the same for me. But maybe I want to try MMA because I’ve been training in MMA for four years, so why not make my debut?"

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