ONE two-division champion Anatoly Malykhin stated in an exclusive interview with Telecomasia.net that he was ready for a rematch with Oumar Kane at the ONE 173 event, and also gave approximate dates for his return to the cage.
Anatoly Malykhin exclusively for Telecom Asia Sport
When will I return to fighting? I wanted to enter the cage on November 16. A lot of guys wanted to see the rematch with Kane. I went through an extensive camp, and I felt great. It was my best shape in years. But apparently, little Oumar felt the need to jump off the train. He jumped poorly and twisted his ankle. Now they are telling me about April, but I don't know yet. We are waiting for clarification. We are ready to go out there tomorrow if we have to.
Malykhin and Kane were supposed to have their rematch on November 16 at ONE 173. The Senegalese heavyweight was involved in an accident and withdrew from the fight due to his injuries. In November 2024 at ONE 169 in Bangkok, Thailand, Anatoly lost to Oumar by split decision and lost his heavyweight belt. The Russian holds a record of 14 wins and one loss. The Senegalese fighter has won seven of his eight professional MMA fights.
