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The judges likely won't be needed when proven finishers Roberto Soldic and Dagi Arslanaliev share the circle at ONE 171: Qatar.
This three-round welterweight MMA slugfest is certainly a welcome addition to the world's largest martial arts organization's return event to the Middle East on Feb. 20 at Lusail Sports Arena.
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Soldic, of course, is one of the promotion's hottest free agent signings in 2022, known for his well-rounded arsenal and the dynamite tucked away in his fists.
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'Robocop', though, has yet to showcase his full capabilities under the ONE banner after two rough outings. The 29-year-old Croatian's debut against Murad Ramazanov ended in a no-contest due to an accidental shot to the groin.
Soldic then suffered a brutal TKO at the hands of former welterweight MMA kingpin Zebastian Kadestam at ONE Fight Night 10 last year.
The UFD Gym affiliate is certainly on a quest for vindication and would love to vent his ire on Arslanaliev.
The Turkish warrior has already staked his claim in the promotion's lightweight MMA ranks, with eight finishes in eight victories under the ONE banner.
The 30-year-old supreme athlete is a terror on the mats, backing up his powerful takedowns with merciless ground and pound.
We'll find out who will move closer to a match with welterweight MMA world champion Christian Lee at ONE 171: Qatar.
ONE 171 is shaping up to be one of the biggest combat sports events of 2025
The home of martial arts will look to top its amazing ONE 166: Qatar event last March with an even bigger spectacle this coming Feb. 20.
While the full card for ONE 171: Qatar has yet to be revealed, it's already looking like another can't-miss night of martial arts action judging by the confirmed bouts.
A pair of world titles will be hanging in the balance, with Jonathan Haggerty putting his bantamweight kickboxing crown on the line against 'Demon Blade' Wei Rui.
The conclusion of the epic rivalry between strawweight MMA kingpin Joshua Pacio and interim champ Jarred Brooks will also unfold in the co-main event in the trilogy for the ages.
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