Nabil Anane Claims Interim Bantamweight Title With First-Round TKO Over Nico Carrillo

Nabil Anane showcased his striking prowess with a first-round TKO victory over Scotland's Nico Carrillo, capturing the ONE Interim Bantamweight Muay Thai World Championship at ONE 170 in Bangkok. The 20-year-old used his height and reach advantage effectively, knocking Carrillo down three times with a powerful right hand, a head kick, and a flurry of punches, forcing the referee to stop the fight at 2:35 of the round. Anane's victory extends his winning streak to six and improves his record to 39-5, earning him a $50,000 performance bonus. He is set to face reigning champion Superlek Kiatmoo9 in a title unification bout at ONE 172 in Japan on March 23. Anane's performance was widely praised, with ONE Championship's CEO likening his dominance to that of Muay Thai legend Dieselnoi Chor Thanasukarn. This victory marks a significant milestone in Anane's young career, further solidifying his status in the sport.