Denice Zamboanga. Photo from ONE Championship
MANILA, Philippines—It could have affected her in a method or one other, however Denice Zamboanga is wanting on the postponement of her struggle in opposition to Seo Hee Ham as a chance to sharpen her expertise extra.
Zamboanga and Seo’s World Atomweight Grand Prix bout was initially scheduled for May 28 however was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“As an expert, I’ve to proceed coaching onerous. That’s my job. So that once I present up to struggle, I may give it my finest,” stated Zamboanga.
“Thankfully, I’ve extra time to prepare, to sharpen my expertise and actually zero in on that recreation plan. Our technique goes to be key on this struggle. I feel each fighter is hard and shouldn’t be underestimated. This is MMA, and something can occur within the cage. It will come down to who is best ready to declare victory.”
Training as a substitute of combating, nonetheless, admittedly affected Zamboanga’s motivation nevertheless it has not slowed down her preparations.
Zamboanga is the no.1 contender for Angela Lee’s atomweight title however she was as a substitute thrust into the Grand Prix because the champion wanted to spend some time for her being pregnant and subsequent childbirth.
“I’m nonetheless centered on the aim. It’s not a straightforward struggle. I can let you know that a lot. Seo Hee Ham is a harmful opponent,” stated Zamboanga.
With an ideal 6-0 report, Zamboanga earned her no.1 contender standing when she defeated former title challenger Mei Yamaguchi in February.
Zamboanga then adopted it up with a primary spherical submission of Watsyapinya Kaewkhong six months later.
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