"I have a voice" - Three-division MMA king Anatoly Malykhin uses his influence to empower Russian youth
Anatoly Malykhin understands that his unprecedented three-division MMA supremacy comes with a responsibility. As the Russian juggernaut enjoys the spoils of his fame, he also makes sure to give back to his community as much as he can.
Malykhin recently returned to his hometown of Kemerovo in Russia and bonded with the youth to impart the beauty of martial arts.
'Sladkiy' revealed his joy in an exclusive interview with ONE Championship:
"Whenever I return to my homeland, I make it a priority to spend time with the children," Malykhin said.
"As the champion of the world's best organization, I have a voice, and many kids want to hear my story, how I achieved my stories, the challenges I've faced, and the lessons I learned along the way."
Anatoly Malykhin is truly the perfect role model to inspire the next generation to reach for their dreams.
It wasn't that long ago when the 36-year-old was simply a hidden gem in the MMA realm. The undefeated megastar strived behind closed doors and capitalized each time when the light shone the brightest.
Malykhin now lords over the heavyweight, light heavyweight, and middleweight MMA divisions, a staggering feat that has never been done before.
Don't let the Russian's happy-go-lucky demeanor fool you. Behind that wide smile is a great man who cares deeply for his brethren.
Anatoly Malykhin will finally take his talents to the United States
ONE's first show at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, is indeed a can't-miss martial arts spectacle, especially with Anatoly Malykhin in tow.
The triple champion will put his heavyweight MMA crown on the line against 'Reug Reug' Oumar Kane at ONE 169: Atlanta on November 8, live in US primetime.
A proven finisher through and through, Malykhin's destructive abilities will be a sight to behold for the action-hungry American audience.
Tickets for ONE 169: Atlanta are available via Ticketmaster.