The stars of the blockbuster event will face off for the final time on November 15 in Tokyo.
By Fachrul Sidiq
Nov 15, 2025, 02:36 UTC

The stars of ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri are ready to meet face-to-face one last time before fight night.
The ceremonial weigh-ins and faceoffs for the monumental card will take place on Saturday, November 15, just one day before the blockbuster event ignites Tokyo’s Ariake Arena.
Fans around the world can catch the excitement by watching the full broadcast below, starting at 5:00 p.m. JST / 3:00 p.m. ICT.
At the center of attention will be Superbon and Masaaki Noiri, who will finally lock eyes ahead of their ONE Featherweight Kickboxing World Title unification bout.
The highly anticipated clash pits two of the sport’s most accomplished strikers against each other — Superbon, the Thai technician renowned for his precise timing and flawless composure, and Noiri, Japan’s hometown hero with explosive power and a relentless will to unify the belts.
Their faceoff promises to set the tone for an unforgettable night, with both men looking to make a statement before the gold is on the line.
The ceremonial weigh-ins will also feature the stars from the other four ONE World Title bouts set for Sunday’s blockbuster event.
Fans can expect to see intense staredowns between Yuya “Little Piranha” Wakamatsu and Joshua “The Passion” Pacio for the ONE Flyweight MMA World Title, as well as Rodtang “The Iron Man” Jitmuangnon and Nong-O Hama ahead of their vacant ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Title showdown.
Adding to the drama, the ceremonial stage will also feature Nadaka and Numsurin Chor Ketwina for the inaugural ONE Atomweight Muay Thai World Title, along with Christian “The Warrior” Lee and Alibeg Rasulov for the ONE Lightweight MMA World Title.
These intense moments before fight night will bring together some of the biggest names in kickboxing, Muay Thai, MMA, and submission grappling – including Stamp Fairtex, Kana Morimoto, “The Kicking Machine” Superlek, Yuki Yoza, Nabil Anane, and many more – as anticipation reaches its peak for ONE 173, airing live from Tokyo’s Ariake Arena on Sunday, November 16.
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