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Even reigning ONE atomweight MMA world champion Stamp Fairtex found Alyse Anderson's physique quite intimidating when they locked horns last year. 'Lil Savage,' after all, carries a well-toned physique that she has crafted through years of hard work and dedication.
Speaking to ONE Championship, the Thai megastar recalled feeling anxious in the build-up to their three-round battle at ONE Fight Night 10. Stamp said:
"I was a bit nervous when I faced her. She looked tough and jacked. I think she's strong and fast. She's also really good at striking."
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Anderson proved her aesthetic look was not just for show, as she brought the fight to Stamp as soon as the bell rang.
The American had her moments in both striking and grappling exchanges. She used a stiff jab to counter Stamp's Muay Thai and even threatened with a triangle choke on the ground.
However, Anderson got caught with a brutal liver kick from hell in round 2 that put a stop to the match.
Rewatch Stamp Fairtex vs Alyse Anderson, here:
Anderson has a chance to bounce back from that humbling loss and redeem herself in front of her fellow Americans.
The MMA Masters affiliate will duke it out with Victoria Souza this coming Friday at ONE 168: Denver.
Tickets for this stacked card on Sept. 6 at the Ball Arena are available via Ticketmaster.
Stamp Fairtex dissects keys to victory for Alyse Anderson and Victoria Souza
Stamp Fairtex, who lords over the 115-pound MMA ranks, will surely keep a close eye on this pivotal match-up. After all, the victor could move closer to the division's top 5 rankings and may very well face her in the near future.
The Fairtex Traning Center believes Anderson will have the advantage in the striking department, while Souza could have the edge on the ground. Speaking to ONE Championship, Stamp said:
"I think Alyse has advantages in strength and speed. Victoria is really good at grappling. I think those are their main strengths."
