Sergej “Kuvalda” Maslobojev Shines on His ONE Championship Debut
On Saturday, 12 May, the Lithuanian striker took the stage at ONE: GRIT AND GLORY in Jakarta, Indonesia, and left the crowd in awe. He squared off against Croatian heavyweight Antonio Plazibat for the second time in his pro career, showing why fans call him one of the best strikers in the world.
The Rematch that Stole the Show
- First Encounter (2022): Maslobojev won by TKO, leaving a clear mark.
- In the rematch, the Lithuanian earned a unanimous decision victory.
- He dominated with precision punches and low kicks, trading blows at a high volume.
- Plazibat tried to jumpstart the fight, but “Kuvalda” had already set the tone.
Right from the opening bell, Maslobojev’s jab + low‑kick combos were swift, hard, and relentless. Plazibat answered with his own strikes, including body knees and flying kicks that kept the tension high.
Round-by-Round Breakdown
Round 1: An evenly contested start—both fighters were high‑energy, firing punches and kicking with equal fervor.
Round 2: Plazibat found momentum, launching flurries of punches and more aerial kicks. “Kuvalda” countered, pushing the Croatian toward the fence with a barrage of punches.
Round 3: After a respectful hug to reset, the action exploded. Maslobojev kept churning out his jab‑low‑kick combo, while Plazibat tried to mirror with leg kicks. The Lithuanian seemed just a step ahead, keeping consistent volume and landing hard blows throughout.
Why the Judges Loved It
The Lithuanian’s increasing intensity and steady volume of punches left no doubt: he had earned his second win over Plazibat, pushing his record to an impressive 33‑6. All eyes will be on him as he continues to fire up the ONE Championship roster.
