Anatoly Malykhin News
Anatoly Malykhin entertains idea of potential transition to wrestling after MMA career
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 4, 2025
Two-weight ONE MMA World Champion Anatoly Malykhin has had an undeniable rise to the top of ONE Championship. Through his knockout power and verbal skills on the microphone, he’s proven to have both the gift of the gab and the gift of the jab. So he believes he could succeed in a future transition to pro wrestling. His punching power has led him to victory 14 times in his career. Seven of those have come in ONE where he became the first-ever three-weight king in the promotion’s history. He stormed through former ONE World Title challenger Kirill Grishenko and former heavyweight king Arjan Bhullar at ONE Friday Fights 22 in June 2023.
Anatoly Malykhin to UFC fans: Remember that I already dealt with Reinier de Ridder
BJPENN.COM Staff - May 8, 2025
Two-weight ONE World Champion Anatoly Malykhin has heaped praise on rival and former two-division king Reinier de Ridder. But not before reminding everyone of his own prowess. De Ridder scored his third consecutive stoppage victory in the UFC this past Saturday, 3 May, putting an end to the surging Bo Nickal in the second round by TKO.
Anatoly Malykhin "ready" for return to ONE Championship heavyweight division
BJPENN.COM Staff - April 27, 2025
Reigning two-weight ONE MMA World Champion Anatoly Malykhin is coming back to the heavyweight division as an even bigger problem. “Sladkiy” was in action at ONE 169 last November, where he suffered a narrow defeat to “Reug Reug” Oumar Kane for the heavyweight MMA gold inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
Anatoly Malykhin has “Reug Reug” Oumar Kane at the top of his list in 2025
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 6, 2025
Two-weight ONE MMA World Champion Anatoly Malykhin is out for revenge in 2025. The Russian knockout artist suffered the first loss of his professional MMA career this past November at ONE 169. He lost his heavyweight crown by unanimous decision to “Reug Reug” Oumar Kane.
'Reug Reug' dethrones Anatoly Malykhin at ONE 169
Harry Kettle - November 9, 2024
Oumar Kane, also known as Reug Reug, defeated Anatoly Malykhin at ONE 169 last night to claim the ONE Championship heavyweight title. Over the course of the last few years, mixed martial arts fans have heard a lot about Reug Reug. In equal measure, they’ve heard a great deal about Anatoly Malykhin. In terms of ONE Championship’s heavyweight division, they are easily the two biggest names on the roster. So, it made sense for them to square off eventually.
Anatoly Malykhin deems Oumar Kane "easy work" ahead of ONE 169
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 8, 2024
Back at his natural weight, three-division ONE MMA World Champion Anatoly Malykhin is oozing confidence ahead of ONE 169. “Sladkiy” defends his heavyweight MMA crown against “Reug Reug” Oumar Kane this Friday, November 8, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium. Despite the tension between the two at Wednesday’s pre-fight press conference, Malykhin was all smiles.
The woman who helped Anatoly Malykhin become a three-division ONE MMA World Champion
BJPENN.COM Staff - November 5, 2024
Three-division ONE MMA World Champion Anatoly Malykhin is one of the most feared fighters on the planet. The Russian smasher is the only man to hold gold in three MMA divisions simultaneously. But not everyone believed he could reach this position. “Sladkiy” defends his heavyweight MMA gold against “Reug Reug” Oumar Kane in ONE 169’s main event on Friday, November 8, inside Bangkok, Thailand’s Lumpinee Stadium.
Anatoly Malykhin expects Haggerty-Superlek world title fight to go full five rounds
BJPENN.COM Staff - July 16, 2024
Among the many who are excited for Jonathan Haggerty and Superlek Kiatmoo9 to go at it is Anatoly Malykhin. Haggerty defends his ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title against Superlek at ONE 168: Denver. This takes place at the 21,000-seater Ball Arena on September 6.
Anatoly Malykhin takes aim at “Reug Reug” ahead of ONE 169: Atlanta
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 26, 2024
Anatoly Malykhin to defend heavyweight MMA crown against “Reug Reug” at ONE 169: Atlanta
BJPENN.COM Staff - June 20, 2024
Anatoly Malykhin will defend his ONE Heavyweight MMA World Championship against “Reug Reug” Oumar Kane in his next outing. This five-round duel will headline ONE 169: Atlanta. The U.S. primetime event emanates live from the State Farm Arena on November 8.
Anatoly Malykhin shows no interest in facing “brother” Aung La N Sang
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 20, 2024
Anatoly Malykhin has made it abundantly clear that he has no intention of stepping into the Circle with Aung La N Sang. The Russian’s proclamation comes on the heels of his monumental victory at ONE 166: Qatar earlier this month. There, he solidified his status as one of the sport’s most dominant figures.
Anatoly Malykhin more than ready to defend heavyweight crown
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 18, 2024
As the dust settles from his historic triumph at ONE 166: Qatar earlier this month, Anatoly Malykhin finds himself in a unique position. At the forefront of his agenda is a ONE Heavyweight MMA World Title defense. It’s a task not taken lightly by the Russian powerhouse.
Islam Makhachev names Anatoly Malykhin as “most dangerous guy on the planet”
BJPENN.COM Staff - March 5, 2024
Anatoly Malykhin has earned the respect and admiration of Islam Makhachev following the Russian hard-hitter’s historic milestone. The unprecedented feat unfolded in his epic rematch against Reinier de Ridder at ONE 166: Qatar last Friday, March 1.
Reinier de Ridder, Anatoly Malykhin in pursuit of contrasting rewards at ONE 166: Qatar
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 29, 2024
Reinier de Ridder and Anatoly Malykhin carry distinct motivations heading into their epic rematch this Friday, March 1. The five-round clash for De Ridder’s ONE Middleweight MMA World Title happens in the main event of ONE 166: Qatar. It emanates live from the majestic Lusail Sports Arena.
Anatoly Malykhin assures to be in “great shape” ahead of middleweight title clash
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 27, 2024
Anatoly Malykhin is poised to make history on Friday, March 1, as he vies for his third MMA World Title in ONE Championship. In the main event of ONE 166: Qatar, the Russian powerhouse challenges Reinier de Ridder for the ONE Middleweight MMA World Championship.
Lions Nation break down Anatoly Malykhin vs. Reinier de Ridder II
BJPENN.COM Staff - February 25, 2024
The excitement is building up within the Lions Nation MMA team as Joshua Pacio begins his quest to reclaim the ONE Strawweight MMA World Championship. This happens at ONE 166: Qatar on Friday, March 1, where Pacio runs it back with American rival Jarred Brooks.
Reinier de Ridder to defend middleweight title in rematch with Anatoly Malykhin
BJPENN.COM Staff - January 3, 2024
Fight fans around the world will be treated to an epic rematch when Anatoly Malykhin runs it back with Reinier de Ridder. The rematch will headline ONE 166: Qatar, airing live from the Lusail Sports Arena on March 1. This time around, De Ridder’s ONE Middleweight MMA World Title will be on the line.
Anatoly Malykhin still wants to fight "Buchecha," believes they could "pack a big stadium"
BJPENN.COM Staff - August 11, 2023
ONE Championship’s undefeated two-division MMA king Anatoly Malykhin has wanted a match with Marcus “Buchecha” Almeida for quite a while. But after the BJJ legend’s latest outing, the Russian may have to wait a little longer for that battle. At ONE Fight Night 13, “Reug Reug” Oumar Kane frustrated “Buchecha” with his wrestling and punches over three grueling rounds. The Senegalese star took everything Almeida threw at him and walked away with the unanimous decision.