ONE Fight Night 32: Undefeated Johan Estupinan Promises To Hunt Down Japanese Veteran Taiki Naito

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ONE Fight Night 32: Colombian striking standout Johan Estupinan has been phenomenal since arriving in ONE Championship. Now, "Panda Kick" returns to showcase his flamboyant style at ONE Fight Night 32 on Saturday, 7 June.

There, the 22-year-old takes on Japanese veteran Taiki Naito in a crucial flyweight Muay Thai clash. Estupinan, who trains alongside his twin brother and fellow ONE athlete Jordan Estupinan, revealed that they've closely studied Naito's style - and even threw a sly jab at his opponent.

"I never review my opponents. My brother and my trainer review them," Estupinan said. "They have told me that he's a good kicker. I'm also a kickboxing-style fighter. So let's hope there's a good war and that he doesn't end up knocked out too quickly."

With a pristine professional record of 27-0, Estupinan aims to extend his unbeaten streak. However, "Silent Sniper" is not a pushover as he is the #3-ranked contender in the flyweight kickboxing division. The Colombian striker vowed to hunt him like a tiger when they face each other.

"[Naito] kicks fast, but he's not a puncher like me who always looks for the knockout. Rather, he always looks for points. Let's hope that he doesn't run from me because I'll have to chase him like a lion, like a tiger hunting its prey," Estupinan said.

Estupinan, known for his high-octane and crowd-pleasing style, became an instant hit among fans. The Santiago de Cali native boasts five victories in ONE, including three highlight-reel stoppages. Now, he is gunning for another brilliant performance.

"I have this mentality that I think he will fall in the first round," Estupinan said. "I'll start the fight explosively, and let's hope that he is also an explosive fighter so that we make an excellent show."

There's also been a last-minute shake-up at the top of the card, as challenger Shir Cohen has been forced to withdraw from ONE Fight Night 32 due to an injury. She was scheduled to face ONE Atomweight Muay Thai World Champion Allycia Hellen Rodrigues.

Now, the flyweight Muay Thai clash between Nakrob Fairtex and Jaosuayai Mor Krungthepthonburi will headline the show. Fans in India can watch this event live on JioHotstar and Star Sports Select 2 at 6:30 a.m. IST on 7 June.