“This is a bigger stage than I’m used to” - Nico Cornejo ‘excited’ to debut in ONE against Adrian Lee at ONE 168: Denver

ONE Championship newcomer Nico Cornejo is ready for the opportunity of his lifetime when he takes on Adrian Lee on September 6. Emanating from Ball Arena in The Mile High City, ONE 168: Denver will deliver a can't-miss evening of fights, including not one, but two epic world title clashes.

But first, fans in The Centennial State and those watching around the world will see the pair of talents square off in a lightweight MMA tilt. Lee's opponent this time, nicknamed 'The Steel City Kid,' is an undefeated mixed martial artist who will have home-field advantage.

Speaking with local outlet 9News, Cornejo expressed his excitement over competing on martial arts' biggest global stage and his feelings ahead of fight night.

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"I feel good," Cornejo said. "This is a bigger stage than I'm used to, you know, Ball Arena, September 6. And this is one of the biggest stages of my life so far and I'm excited."

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Adrian Lee looking for a second-straight win at ONE 168: Denver

Cornejo will certainly have his work cut out for him as he meets Adrian Lee, one of the most exciting prospects in all of MMA.

Lee—who is the younger brother of current two-division MMA world champion Christian Lee and former atomweight queen Angela Lee—made his successful debut at ONE 167 in June, securing a second-round submission victory over Antonio Mammarella.

It was an exceptional performance from the young gun, and fight fans are chomping at the bit to see what he can do against another undefeated fighter like Cornejo.

Who leaves Denver with their 'O' intact and another big win on their resume?

Follow this link for tickets for ONE 168: Denver on September 6 at Ball Arena.

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