King Kong’s Unexpected Showdown: How Egi Rozten Turned the Tables
When the two fighters first went head‑to‑head in January, it was Riski “King Kong” Umar who walked away with the win. But this time, in Jakarta on Saturday, 22 September, Egi “Rozten” came back with a vengeance and flipped the script, finishing the bout with a third‑round TKO.
Round One: The Early Domination
- Rizki from Bandung started strong, firing a barrage of punches.
- He landed several crisp left hooks that sent the “King” tumbling.
- Umar tried to retaliate, but his punches lacked the punch‑power—and his kicks were mostly off target.
Round Two: The Pressure Rises
- Rozten kept the momentum, locking in hooks and crosses, showcasing the skill that earned him regional titles.
- Umar attempted a takedown, slid into mount, and landed some jabs.
- Rozten, however, deftly returned to his feet and took the fight back to the cage.
Round Three: The Final Countdown
By the start of the last round, Umar was exhausted, struggling to keep his hands up. Rozten, feeling the second wind, unleashed a relentless barrage of shots. The rhythm of the strikes left the ref, Yuji Shimada, calling a halt just 51 seconds into the round.
Why Rozten’s Victory Matters
Brawling onto the ONE Championship stage with little notice, Rozten proved he had the guts and the skill to compete at the highest level. He outworked and overwhelmed a seasoned fighter, and the result speaks for itself— a thunderous win inside Jakarta’s Convention Center.
Takeaway
In a story that’s as much about determination as it is about boxing, Rozten’s triumph shows that a true champion can rise to any challenge— even with a last‑minute kickoff. It’s a reminder that sometimes the underdog’s rhythm can crack the heavyweight’s resolve. Cheers to the future!
