Sovannahry Em: Ready to Rock the ONE Championship Stage
On Friday, 7 December, the world’s cage‑fighting spotlight will shine on a fresh face from Cambodia. Meet Sovannahry Em — a 26‑year‑old Cambodian‑American challenger gearing up to smash her way into the ONE: DESTINY OF CHAMPIONS card at Kuala Lumpur’s Axiata Arena.
Why She’s Pumped
- She’s “so ready” and refuses to keep her excitement to herself.
- The fight will pit her against Ukraine’s Iryna “Delsa” Kyselova in a flyweight bout.
- She’s wrapping up her training camp and plans to give fans a spectacle they’ll never forget.
Keeping Her Undefeated Streak Alive
Em’s strategy? Stay on point. With two solid wins under her belt — an 18‑second knockout and a 79‑second TKO — she’s eager to keep the streak alive.
The secret sauce? Coach Justin Hamilton. A Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu brown belt from Fight Science MMA in Los Angeles, he’s honed her skills and, according to Em, gives her the full focus she deserves.
“We connect very well, and the good thing about him is that he doesn’t have another female fighter, so he’s able to focus on me and my skills,” she gushed.
Striking – Her Big Advantage
While Em is training both on the feet and on the mat, she’s confident her striking arsenal will be her biggest edge. That said, she’s no slouch against submissions, knowing Kyselova is a well‑rounded champ with both knockouts and corner‑cutting moves.
She’s prepared for all three rounds if the fight goes the distance, and her coaching team is laser‑focused on Kyselova’s patterns from video analysis.
Road to Kuala Lumpur
She’s flying to the Malaysian capital this Saturday, spending the next couple of days light training to shake off jet lag. After a quick warm‑up, she’ll dive into a 13‑bout card that sets the stage for her debut.
Beyond the Cage – A Lifestyle
For Em, martial arts isn’t just about knocking opponents out; it’s about shaping a better self and showing kindness to others. She’s drawn to ONE’s philosophy of celebrating athletes who are “good people” and help the community.
“That’s what appealed to me about ONE — focusing on how athletes are good people, how we can help others, and becoming the best version of ourselves,” she said.
The Big Picture
On 7 December, the cage will welcome a new star. If she continues to stay undefeated, she’ll leave her mark as a champion, both inside and outside the ring.