Ev “E.T.” Ting Stuns Koji Ando, Aims for Second Shot at ONE Lightweight Title
The Kiwi‑Malaysian sensation Ev Ting just crushed former world title challenger Koji Ando in Macau, setting the stage for his next bid at the coveted ONE Lightweight World Championship.
Backstory
- It’s Ting vs. Ando at the mega event ONE: PINNACLE OF POWER.
- Ando, a 33‑year‑old Japanese bruiser, was eyeing a chance to take the crown from Martin “The Situ‑Asian” Nguyen.
- Ting’s victory not only nets him a win but also bumps him up in the OTP leaderboard.
The Fight: One‑by‑One
- Round 1: Ando lunges into the center, blasting big shots. But Ting’s footwork is slick—he slips, counters, and keeps his composure.
- Round 2: Ting goes on the offensive, but Ando’s relentless pressure forces him to stay sharp. Ting, however, retains his rhythm, using stances switching and precise strikes.
- Round 3: Pressure mounts. Ando cuts the ring, traps Ting against the ropes. Still, Ting ends the fight with a perfectly timed knee that leaves Ando staggering, yet the finish slips through.
Throughout, Ting’s well‑rounded MMA style outshined Ando’s single‑dimensional assault, earning the judges’ decision and his 16th career win.
What It Means
- Ting shows he’s got the power to finish quickly but proves he also excels at long‑range, strategic pacing.
- With this win, he’s now a hot candidate for the next lightweight title shot, eclipsing other chasers in the OTP hierarchy.
- Fans will hear him shout, “Got another chance, baby!” in full swoop.
Next Moves
In the crowded arena of contenders vying for the ONE Lightweight crown, Ting’s hard‑earned triumph has him poised at the front. The stakes are high—he must keep the momentum, sharpen his arsenal, and eye the last folder, the world title.
Let’s keep our eyes on the scoreboard, because the Kiwi‑Malaysian’s “E.T.” powers might be setting the next big crossover in the mix.
