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Denice Zamboanga was furious after hearing Angela Lee’s comments about her saying she didn’t deserve a shot at the ONE World Atomweight Championship.
Lee, who has been champion since May 6, 2016, reportedly said that Zamboanga’s only win was against Mei Yamaguchi.
“Honestly, even though Denice beat Mei Yamaguchi, I don’t think that alone qualifies her to be the number one contender.” Lee was surprised saying.
“The other girls he fought were not even classified. The atomic weight division has at least 10 of the best talents. “
The 23-year-old Filipino, who is now training with Marrok Force, has been on a roll at ONE Championship.
In his debut, he defeated Jihin Radzuan last December before taking a dominant unanimous decision victory over his ranked opponent Yamaguchi on February 28. Then, in what many saw as a warm-up fight, Zamboanga demolished Watsapinya Kaewkhong in just three minutes and 33 seconds. of a kimura.
Due to her impressive starts, Zamboanga, who is 8-0, was ranked the top atomweight contender by none other than ONE Championship.
“I have shown the world that I am the number one contender.
“I earned it by beating world class opponents. I have already faced Mei Yamaguchi, the fighter who almost beat Angela. And in that fight, I firmly believe that Angela was very lucky to win. “ he criticized Zamboanga on the five-round classic in which Lee scored a fine unanimous decision victory over Yamaguchi on May 18, 2018.
With Lee and her husband Bruno Pucci expecting a child, ONE President Chatri Sityodtong announced that a World Atomweight Grand Prix will take place in early 2021. However, an announcement was never made regarding the status of the belt. .
Still, Zamboanga launched his name at the Grand Prix.
For Zamboanga, it should be Lee’s prerogative to leave the belt untouched.
“Angela is the world champion so she should do the right thing. Like all great champions, she must give the respect that the other fighters who are waiting deserve ”. Zamboanga declared.
“He shouldn’t resist giving up the championship belt as he can’t defend it.”
And when Lee returns, Zamboanga will be waiting for her.
“When you’re ready to go back, I’ll be waiting for you.”
