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Suwardi is optimistic about retaining the One Pride MMA flyweight belt

Jakarta (MidLand) – Mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Suwardi is optimistic about retaining his One Pride MMA 56.7kg flyweight belt.

One Pride MMA King Size New 2024 will feature a fight for the national champion in the 56.7kg flyweight class with a duel between Suwardi and Irfan Aruan at Hall A Basket Gelora Bung Karno Jakarta, Saturday (3/2).

“Basically, I want to enjoy the match until the fifth round because it has been proven that I can be strong until the fifth round. But if in the first round I can pin him, then I will execute (finish the match),” Suwardi told reporters in Jakarta, Wednesday.

One Pride MMA King Size New will feature two title bouts or championship belt fights among the 19 bouts featured. Apart from the main match between Suwardi and Irfan Aruan, there is Yudi Cahyadi taking on Firman Muharram as the main event in the hunt for the National Champion in the featherweight class (featherweight 65.8kg). Apart from this, Laode Abdul Haris will face Lamhot Tambunan at featherweight.

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As for preparation, the fighter nicknamed Becak Lawu analyzed his opponent’s physical endurance and attack strength.

“As for the opponent’s analysis, we analyzed it two months ago. He is a talented fighter who has good strength. It was shown that in the last match he managed to KO his opponent, which we will be careful regarding his strength,” Suwardi said.

In the future, Suwardi wants to inspire and invite younger generations interested in MMA. Beyond that, the 39-year-old fighter is determined to build as many training centers (TCs) as possible to facilitate younger generations’ involvement in the world of MMA.

“I want to invite younger generations who want to excel in MMA. I will support it. If possible, I will create as many (MMA) camps as possible,” Suwardi said.

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Reporter: Fajar Satriyo
Publisher: Hernawan Wahyudono
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