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"Sexyama" arrives at ONE Championship.
ONE CEO Chatri Sityodtong ad On Thursday, he brings in the UFC veterinarian, Yoshihiro Akiyama. The 43-year-old Korean-Japanese fighter also confirmed this news via Instagram:
Akiyama (14-6, 2 NC) has not participated in the tournament since November 28, 2015, where he had lost a decision shared by Alberto Mina during a fight organized by UFC Fight Night in Seoul, South Korea. He's compiled a 2-5 record inside the Octagon, with a win over Alan Belcher and Amir Sadollah and defeats like Jake Shields, Vitor Belfort and Michael Bisping. Three of Akiyama's appearances at the UFC were rewarded with a night fighting bonus.
In his homeland of Korea (where he is known as Choo Sung-hoon), Akiyama enjoys some fame outside the fighting. He has appeared in various reality shows, including the usual role of celebrity dad. The return of Superman. He has represented South Korea and Japan in international judo competitions.
Akiyama has already competed in the welterweight and welterweights, but it is unclear in which division he will be competing for the ONE.
Akiyama is the latest of ONE's recent prestigious acquisitions, which includes former UFC champions Demetrious Johnson, Eddie Alvarez and Miesha Tate (the latter has no fighting potential).
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