Published 73 days ago
How the Scotsman turned his interim title into an undisputed crown and is now preparing his MMA future
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Nico Carrillo, 27, becomes the new undisputed Muay Thai featherweight champion in ONE Championship after his interim title was converted to an undisputed crown. Discover how this Glaswegian, crowned in February, is preparing his first title defense in November and eyeing a move to MMA in 2027, with his first kickboxing bout scheduled for August 14.
To remember:
- Nico Carrillo becomes the undisputed king of ONE Championship’s Muay Thai featherweight division after his interim title was converted to an undisputed crown.
- His interim title was converted to an undisputed title following an injury to Tawanchai PK Saenchai, giving him a historic opportunity.
- At 27, he is preparing for his first title defense in November and is eyeing a transition to MMA in 2027.
- His first kickboxing bout against Zhou Jiaqiang will test his versatility before his title return.
What an incredible journey for Nico Carrillo! The Glaswegian, now the undisputed king of ONE Championship’s Muay Thai featherweight division, has seen his interim title transformed into an undisputed crown. An unexpected opportunity, but one he seized with brilliance. After his victory over Shadow Mavinn in February, Carrillo, 27, fully embraces his new status and is ready to reign without question.
Undisputed Title After Injury and a Wait
Everything changed when Tawanchai PK Saenchai, the reigning champion, suffered an injury. His interim title, won against Shadow Mavinn, became undisputed, granting Carrillo immediate legitimacy. A well-deserved recognition for this Scottish fighter, who has built a reputation as a relentless strategist in striking. ONE Championship thus provides him with the ideal platform to shine, with his first title defense already scheduled for November.
Toward Kickboxing and a Future in MMA?
But Carrillo isn’t stopping there. To test his versatility, he will face Zhou Jiaqiang in kickboxing on August 14. A matchup that could redefine the limits of his game. The Chinese fighter, formidable under his own rules, presents a major tactical challenge for the Scottish champion, who is accustomed to Muay Thai. A win here would confirm his ability to dominate across different combat sports.
And this is just the beginning! Carrillo already has his eyes set on 2027, with the ambition to transition into MMA. A bold move, but one that could make him one of the most versatile athletes of his generation. Between Muay Thai, kickboxing, and MMA, his journey is already shaping up to be legendary.
With an undisputed title in hand and sky-high ambitions, Nico Carrillo is establishing himself as the new star of ONE Championship’s featherweight division. His future, already promising, could very well reshape the landscape of combat sports. Stay tuned!