At ONE SAMURAI 1 held on April 29 at the Ariake Arena in Tokyo, Jonathan Haggerty defended his ONE bantamweight kickboxing title against Yuki Yoza, a former K-1 Champion. Haggerty, known as ‘The General’, delivered a masterclass performance, demonstrating his evasiveness and fight IQ throughout the five-round bout. The match began with both fighters exchanging blows, with Yoza landing early strikes, including a sharp front kick. However, Haggerty quickly took control, mixing low kicks and punches to keep Yoza guessing. As the fight progressed, Haggerty's precision and ability to avoid Yoza's big shots became evident, especially in the championship rounds. Despite Yoza's heart and attempts to turn the tide, Haggerty's composure led to a unanimous decision victory, with all judges scoring in his favor. This win marks another successful title defense for Haggerty, who left the ring with an inspiring message about overcoming adversity.