Alex Roberts: The Aussie Warrior’s Journey to ONE Championship Debut
Alex Roberts, the standout Aussie in the world of Muay Thai, has faced his fair share of challenges due to his relentless training and competitive spirit. Known as ‘The Viking,’ Roberts is set to make his mark in the ONE Championship, headlining an all-Muay Thai event at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok.
In a candid conversation with ONE Championship, Roberts opened up about his journey in the art of eight limbs and the numerous injuries he has encountered along the way. His all-or-nothing approach to training and fighting has pushed him to the limits, leading to a multitude of injuries.
Roberts expressed his mindset, stating, “I’ve pretty much injured everything there is to injure on the body before because I’m pretty much an ‘all or nothing’ sort of guy. If we’re going to do something and do it properly, we train hard and fight hard. And that just kind of leads to the injury sometimes because I do too much, and I have a lot of injuries at that point.”
The Battle for ONE Heavyweight Muay Thai World Championship
In his ONE Championship debut, Alex Roberts faces the formidable Ukrainian knockout artist, Roman Kryklia. The stakes are high, with the winner set to claim the inaugural ONE heavyweight Muay Thai world championship. This clash promises to bring the electrifying energy that Roberts is known for to The Land of Smiles.
Roberts, riding high on momentum, secured the WBC heavyweight Muay Thai world championship on October 14 after a hard-fought victory over British star Lyndon Knowles. This victory caught the attention of ONE officials, paving the way for Roberts’ headline bout in ONE Fight Night 17.
Despite having only a decade of experience in Muay Thai, Roberts has already etched his name in the sport by defeating opponents with far more experience. His remarkable journey and rapid ascent in the world of Muay Thai set the stage for an exciting showdown against Roman Kryklia.
ONE Fight Night 17: Where to Watch
Fans can catch all the action of ONE Fight Night 17 on Amazon Prime Video. Subscribers in North America can enjoy the event live and for free on Prime Video in U.S. primetime on December 8. The broadcast will be in English, providing fans with a front-row seat to witness the clash between two titans of the sport.
Don’t miss the adrenaline-pumping debut of Alex Roberts in the ONE Championship as he goes head-to-head with Roman Kryklia, vying for the prestigious ONE heavyweight Muay Thai world championship. It’s a battle of skill, determination, and raw power that promises to leave a lasting impression in the world of combat sports.