Gina “Conviction” Iniong Clicks Back In: One: Heroes of Honor on April 20
Gina “Conviction” Iniong is back in the cage and ready to prove she’s not just a pretty face in the atomweight division. After a tough loss to Mei Yamaguchi last November, she’s sharpening her moves, especially on the ground, and eyes the next target – a showdown with former title contender Jenny Huang.
From Nervous Nerves to Confident Calm
- Gina admits she “was nervous” and wanted to win before the fight, which knocked her out of her comfort zone.
- She’s taking that lesson to heart: “I’ve got to be relaxed and confident going into the cage.”
- Her biggest weakness? Grappling. That’s the focus of her new training grind.
Will the Tale of the Striker vs. Grappler Be Lighter or Tougher?
At the Mall of Asia Arena, the fight pits a six‑time Philippine national wushu champion against a black‑belt judoka. The stakes are high: a win could nudge Gina into a title shot against Angela Lee if she goes back-to-back victory.
Challenges On Both Floors
- Gina says, “I’ll keep the action standing, but if the fight goes to the mat, I’ll be ready.”
- She’s not overlooking Jenny’s grappling chops; most of her wins come by submission.
- “It’s a good test of my grappling skills,” Gina notes, “to see if I’ve truly improved.”
Past Glory and Future Ambitions
Since joining ONE Championship in 2017, Gina has rolled hard knocks and tasted big wins: a decisive TKO over Priscilla Hertati Lumban Gaol and a unanimous decision over Natalie “The Kilapino” Gonzales Hills in her debut.
She reflects: “Performing in front of millions feels like a dream come true. Hard work and trust from my coaches made it possible.”
What’s The Big Picture?
- She’s focused on this fight now, but a victory would set her up to challenge the reigning champ.
- “If I can beat a former world title challenger, I can climb higher in my career,” she says.
- Both Angela Lee and Mei Yamaguchi are still ahead, so Gina is already watching those matches closely.
Gi
na “Conviction” Iniong is not just fighting for a headline; she’s proving she’s ready, training smarter, and building confidence with every step. Her next bout with Jenny Huang might be the stepping stone she needs, and fans will be watching to see if the Filipina striker can bring her best game to the cage—or even the mat.
About the Match
6-3 Gina Iniong (Team Lakay) travels to face former title challenger Jenny Huang in an adrenaline‑filled showdown for a place in the atomweight title contention. The clash is a classic striker versus grappler showdown, promising every round to be a whirlwind of action.
