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18-year-old Malaysian striking sensation 'Jojo' Johan Ghazali has had a breakout year, making his mark in the world's largest martial arts organization.
Despite suffering the first loss of his professional career, the Rentap Muaythai Gym representative came back with a vengeance -- and more experience -- which made all the difference as he became a better fighter.
However, Ghazali has bigger plans for the next 12 months that have his fans excited, especially those back home.
In a recent interview with ONE Championship, Ghazali says he is looking to break into the flyweight Muay Thai elite and bring the promotion back to Kuala Lumpur.
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'Jojo' said:
"I think 2024 was a very successful year. My biggest goal next year is to be at least top-five ranked in the flyweight division and spread my influence throughout Malaysia."
Ghazali has now won six of his last seven fights in ONE Championship.
In 2024, he suffered a defeat against Vietnamese veteran Nguyen Tran Duy Nhat. That fight took place at ONE 167: Tawanchai vs. Nattawut II on Prime Video last June in Bangkok, Thailand.
Ghazali then bounced back in a big way, taking out Mexican star Josue Cruz with a scintillating first-round knockout at ONE 168: Denver at the famous Ball Arena.
Now, the Malaysian star promises to continue his rise in the coming year and make even more waves.
Johan Ghazali to return against Johan Estupinan in a battle of top prospects at ONE 170
Malaysian sensation 'Jojo' Johan Ghazali is ready to make his next appearance in the ONE Championship ring when he faces Colombia's 'Panda Kick' Johan Estupinan in a three-round Muay Thai battle of top prospects.
The two lock horns at ONE 170: Tawanchai vs. Superbon II, which broadcasts live in Asia primetime from the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand on Friday, Jan. 24, 2025.
Fans in the United States and Canada can visit ONE Championship's official website for more information on how to watch. Stay tuned to Sportskeeda MMA for all the latest news and updates surrounding the event as it happens.
