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Serina Wada Wins ROAD FC Debut with First-Round TKO
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Serina Wada Wins ROAD FC Debut with First-Round TKO

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

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  • Serina Wada achieved a first-round TKO victory in her atomweight debut at 'Gubne ROAD FC 078' in Seoul.
  • The event's main bout featured Yang Ji-yong against Kim Hyun-woo for the interim bantamweight championship.
  • ROAD FC 078 also included fighters like Pyun Ye-jun and the Japanese DEEP lightweight champion.

Serina Wada made a spectacular debut in the ROAD FC promotion, securing a decisive victory via technical knockout (TKO) in the first round of her atomweight fight. The event, 'Gubne ROAD FC 078', took place at Jangchung Gymnasium in Seoul.

Wada's impressive performance marked a strong start to her career with the organization. Her opponent was unable to continue after the initial round, highlighting Wada's striking power and readiness for the professional circuit.

The main event of 'Gubne ROAD FC 078' was the interim bantamweight championship clash between Yang Ji-yong and Kim Hyun-woo. This bout was particularly significant as it was the first time the bantamweight title was contested in 1351 days, following the retirement of the previous champion, Moon Je-hoon.

The fight card also featured other notable mixed martial artists, including Pyun Ye-jun, a former challenger for the flyweight title, and Ko Dong-hyuk. Additionally, the event included competitors from international promotions, such as the lightweight champion from Japan's DEEP organization, underscoring ROAD FC's commitment to showcasing diverse talent.

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