Jenelyn Olsim was defeated by Meng Bo in the first round of the match. Photo from ONE Championship
MANILA, Philippines—Jenelyn Olsim’s fear of the fight against Meng Bo came true on Saturday.
Beware of the opponent’s knockout power, Olsim received a rough elbow from Bo, who went on to finish off Team Lakay’s warrior with the ground and knock him out in just 24 seconds in their intense duel.
The Chinese player’s quick victory opened the door for ONE 164 at the Mall of Asia Arena, the first event held in the Philippines since the pandemic.
Meng Bo 🇨🇳 STOP Jenelyn Olsim in 24 SECONDS in the opening match of ONE 164!#ONE164
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Live on https://t.co/eBUfsODAFL pic.twitter.com/EevGHkKuoI– ONE Championship (@ONEChampionship) December 3, 2022
Olsim, 25, lost for the second time in three matches when she couldn’t keep up with her split decision win over Julie Mezabarba last June.
Team Lakay lost 0-2 in a match against the former two-time lightweight champion Eduard Folayang was stopped in the second half in morning trading with Edson Marques of Brazil.
Team Lakay star Joshua Pacio will defend his straw crown against Jarred Brooks in the main event.
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