Russian megastar
The Inner Circle on May 15 Main Event Result: Anatoly Malykhin Bows Out A Three-Division MMA World Champion
The victory improved Malykhin to 15-1, maintained his 100 percent finishing rate, and earned him a US$100,000 performance bonus from ONE Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong. Above all, he reclaimed his status as a three-division MMA World Champion.
However, an emotional Malykhin soon laid down his gloves in the center of the ring, signalling the end of his fighting career.
It was the perfect way for the Russian superstar to ride off into the sunset – revenge secured, the heavyweight crown back around his waist, and his place in ONE Championship history cemented forever.