A shocking news is coming from Tristian Dharmajiva’s podcast. As per reports, ONE Championship star Stamp Fairtex is out of action for the next few months.
It was confirmed by Nicolas Atkin, “there’s been a major shake-up in the upcoming ONE Championship events. Thai fighter Stamp Fairtex, known for her prowess in both Muay Thai and MMA, has suffered a left knee injury during training. Unfortunately, this injury requires surgery, sidelining her for the next six months.”
As alluded to on podcast last night with @Tristian_2pn, big shake up to ONE 167 and ONE 168.
Stamp Fairtex injured her left knee in training and needs surgery, will be out for 6 months.
Atomweight MMA title defence vs Denice Zamboanga in Bangkok and her tilt at strawweight…
— Nicolas Atkin (@nicatkinONE) May 21, 2024
The repercussions of Stamp’s injury are significant:
Stamp was scheduled to defend her Atomweight MMA title against Denice Zamboanga in Bangkok. With her absence, this highly anticipated bout is now off the table. Stamp was also set to challenge strawweight champion Xiong Jingnan in Denver. However, due to her injury, this exciting clash won’t happen as planned.
This turn of events is undoubtedly a blow for ONE Championship, as Stamp Fairtex is a marquee fighter and a fan favorite and on top of that every Combat sport lover was looking forward to her fight with Denice Zamboanga. Fans and fellow fighters alike will be disappointed, but we hope for a swift recovery for Stamp and look forward to her return to the cage.
Stamp Fairtex’s Journey
Stamp Fairtex began her Muay Thai journey at a young age, training in her native Thailand. She quickly rose through the ranks, earning multiple championships and accolades.
Her aggressive style, powerful kicks, and technical prowess made her a standout in the Muay Thai world. In 2018, Stamp made the transition to MMA under the ONE Championship banner. Her debut was impressive, showcasing her striking skills and adaptability. She continued to build her MMA record, winning fights with a mix of striking and ground game.
Stamp’s most significant achievement came in 2019 when she won the ONE Atomweight Kickboxing World Championship. She later added the ONE Atomweight Muay Thai World Championship to her collection. Her dual titles solidified her status as a rising star in the promotion.
Like any fighter, Stamp faced setbacks. Injuries and tough opponents tested her resilience. Her recent knee injury, which requires surgery, has disrupted her upcoming fights. Stamp remains determined to return stronger after her recovery. Fans eagerly await her comeback, hoping to witness more thrilling performances
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