Young Phenom Adrian Lee Faces Antonio Mammarella in ONE 167 Debut

Adrian Lee, the youngest member of the renowned Lee fighting family, is set to make his professional MMA debut at ONE 167. Stepping into the Circle for the first time, he will face Italian newcomer Antonio Mammarella. Let’s delve into the details of this exciting matchup and explore the legacy that Adrian Lee aims to continue.

The Lee Family Legacy

Adrian Lee hails from a family deeply entrenched in mixed martial arts. His older siblings have all competed in ONE Championship, leaving an indelible mark on the sport. Here’s a brief overview of the Lee family’s impressive legacy:

Angela Lee: Former longtime ONE Women’s Atomweight MMA World Champion, known as “Unstoppable.”
Christian Lee: Reigning ONE Lightweight and Welterweight MMA World Champion, aptly nicknamed “The Warrior.”
Victoria Lee: The late Victoria Lee, who also made waves in the MMA world.

Adrian primarily trains alongside Christian in Hawaii, absorbing knowledge and skills from his accomplished brother. Now, it’s his turn to step onto the global stage.

Adrian Lee: The Phenom

At just 18 years old, Adrian Lee has already made waves as one of MMA’s best amateur prospects. His decorated amateur career includes championships in MMA, kickboxing, and pankration. Additionally, he holds the title of state wrestling champion in Hawaii. However, transitioning to the professional ranks presents a new challenge—one that Adrian is eager to embrace.

Adrian’s opponent, Antonio Mammarella, fights out of Sydney, Australia. With a professional MMA victory under his belt, Mammarella earned a TKO in his debut last December. He joins unbeaten teammates Coopar Royal and Faine Mesquita on the ONE roster, representing their MMAFFT team.

The upcoming ONE 167 event promises an action-packed night. With a World Championship doubleheader featuring Stamp Fairtex vs. Denice Zamboanga and Tawanchai PK Saenchai vs. Jo Nattawut, fans are in for a treat. Adrian Lee’s debut adds to the excitement, and both fighters know that making a statement in this high-profile matchup is crucial.