Team Lakay’s Stephen Loman. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
MANILA, Philippines — Another Team Lakay stalwart is ready to strut his stuff in ONE Championship.
Stephen Loman, the former BRAVE CF bantamweight champion, has joined ONE Championship, Team Lakay headmaster Mark Sangiao confirmed late Tuesday night.
“Stephen Loman is one of the best fighters in the Philippines. His all-around skills will be on full display in ONE Championship,” said Sangiao.
“I spoke to Stephen and he’s highly motivated right now. He can’t wait to get in the Circle and put on a show. Of course, I’ll be there for him, as well as all of his teammates at Team Lakay, every step of the way.”
It’s still unsure which weight class Loman will be competing in but he is expected to make his ONE debut later this year.
The 29-year-old Loman was the longest reigning champion in BRAVE before he decided to vacate his throne earlier this year to take his talents to a different platform.
“It’s an overwhelming opportunity, but I’m excited to join my Team Lakay brothers in the biggest martial arts organization in the world,” said Loman.
“I’m excited to enhance my skills on this platform and showcase my style to millions of viewers across the globe. Of course, fighting in a new promotion and a new environment will be a challenge, but it’s one I’m more than willing to face. I’m ready to show ONE Championship fans the best of Stephen Loman.”
Team Lakay has built a stellar reputation at ONE, having produced a slew of world champions in Eduard Folayang, Kevin Belingon and Joshua Pacio among others.