"To bring good and do good deeds" - Anatoly Malykhin on the importance of giving back to the community
It's always been Anatoly Malykhin's dream to inspire the next generation of athletes in his community with his story.
The Russian superstar exercised great discipline, focus, and dedication to do something that many thought was unattainable. Hailing from a small community in Siberia where resources for the youth were limited, Malykhin, through the help of meeting the right people, kicked off his career in mixed martial arts.
Now, after achieving monumental success as a middleweight, heavyweight, and light heavyweight ONE world champion, Malykhin realizes the importance and benefits of sharing his story with his community to inspire them to achieve their dreams.
Speaking to ONE, he said:
"If God gave you opportunities that other people don't have, you need to share these opportunities with the rest of the world, to bring good and do good deeds."
Malykhin looks forward to extending his legacy as a rare triple-world champion with another exciting world title defense on November 8.
As the main attraction at ONE 169, the Russian superstar puts his heavyweight belt on the line against Senegalese powerhouse 'Reug Reug' Oumar Kane at the Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
The blockbuster event airs live in Canada and the United States with a Prime Video subscription.
"SIX FINISHES" - MMA fans call Anatoly Malykhin the 'King' ahead of his next world title defense at ONE 169
Anatoly Malykhin has many supporters and well-wishers from all over the globe. His incredible story to superstardom and unmatched charisma online and in person, is one of the few reasons why he resonates with the fans on a very deep and personal level.
As Malykhin prepares for fight week, he is reminded daily that the fans are rallying behind him as he attempts to make history again.
"SIX FINISHES. Will Anatoly Malykhin make it SEVEN knockouts in a row and retain his Heavyweight MMA World Championship at ONE 169?"
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