Priscilla Hertati Lumban Gaol: On a Hot Streak, Eyeing the Top of the Atomweight League
The Indonesian powerhouse, 29, has finally found her groove in the ONE Championship arena. After a shaky start, she’s now racking up a three‑fight winning streak and is looking to dethrone the top atomweight contenders.
Upcoming Showdown: Rome “The Rebel” Trinidad vs. Lumban Gaol
- Event: ONE: Grit & Glory in Jakarta on Saturday, 12 May.
- Opponent: Rome “The Rebel” Trinidad, a Filipina rapid‑rise striker.
- Objective: Secure a third consecutive win and move up the leaderboard.
Lumban Gaol’s confidence is sky‑high, stating, “I’ve got my confidence now—ready to snag that next victory and tie the tape down.”
Back-to-Back Dominance
Her recent wins were nothing short of fireworks:
- January, Jakarta: KOs Audreylaura Boniface.
- February, Yangon: Submitted Krisna Limbaga with an arm‑bar in the first round.
Both bouts cleared the cloud of her earlier defeats to Tiffany Teo and Gina Iniong, offering a swift re‑entry into the title conversation.
From Wushu Star to Ground Game Guru
Coming into ONE with a flawless 15‑5 wushu record, Lumban Gaol previously felt her grappling was a weak spot. Now, under Coach Zuli Silawanto at Tigershark, she’s polishing those ground skills. Her victory over Limbaga showcased that transformation.
“I sensed she’d land a strike, so when I secured a takedown I just went for it,” she recalls. “The arm‑bar flowed automatically—ref stopped it before I even realized – I knew I’d win, and the focus was absolute.”
Facing a Striking Tall Talent
Rome Trinidad, known for her powerful striking and being somewhat over the average atomweight height, is not a walk‑in match. “She’s not going to be easy to take down,” Lumban Gaol says, “but I’ve faced taller opponents plenty. Fear? Not a thing.”
Looking Ahead
With a growing skill set and a hot streak to match, Lumban Gaol is set to push the envelope further. Victory here could catapult her into the upper echelons of the atomweight division, setting the stage for high‑stakes showdowns soon.\n\nStay tuned: This Indonesian fighter might just carve a path to the championship title by the end of the year and beyond.
