Cosmo “Good Boy” Alexandre gears up for a 4‑th‑round showdown with Nieky Holzken
After the Dutch star stole a 3‑round decision from Alexandre in Amsterdam last year, the Brazilian “cosmo” is ready to cook up a revenge plot in Indonesia. He’ll face Holzken in yet another catch‑weight scrap at ONE: WARRIOR’S DREAM, sitting in Jakarta’s ring.
“It’ll be a tough one, but I’ve improved a lot”
Alexandre reflected on their previous clash:
- “It was a good fight, a hard fight.”
- “…I know it will be hard again, that’s why I’m training so much for it.”
- I’ve gets better hands, better kicks, a whole new approach.
The 69‑18‑1 fighter says he’s “100 percent different” compared to his past self, and his cardio has seen a dramatic upgrade.
Breaking the past and chasing a title
Alexandre’s latest win came against Elliot Compton, where a well‑timed knee to the body accounted for a second‑round knockout. The victory fuels his quest for a World Title shot—and a record of consecutive wins in the ONE Super Series.
What’s on the line?
He’s gearing up for a 78‑kilogram catch‑weight bout, a chance to bank some money for his family while keeping the fighter’s grind alive. He states:
- “I’m training hard, my body’s feeling it, but my cardio is better than before.”
- “Nieky is a good fighter. I fight because it’s my job and I support my kids.”
- “When we get in the ring, it’ll be for honour.”
Ready to put on a show
Alexandre boasts that he is stronger, quicker, and smarter than ever. He’s confident his hard training will put a dent in the Dutchman’s next step.
When Holzken comes in, he’ll have to bring his A‑game. But Alexandre just might out‑craft him and make the crowd roar in Jakarta.
