Exciting news for MMA fans as Christian Lee makes his comeback to the ONE Championship arena.
The reigning lightweight and welterweight champion is set to return at ONE 169 in Atlanta on Nov. 8, defending his lightweight title against Alibeg Rasulov.
Confirmation of Lee’s return was provided by ONE Championship officials to MMA Fighting.
Lee’s comeback follows a period of mourning after the tragic passing of his sister Victoria Lee, also a talented fighter in ONE Championship.
Both Christian and his sister Angela took time off to grieve, with doubts arising about their return to the sport.
While Angela decided to retire and focus on mental health advocacy, Christian remained determined to step back into the octagon.
His return marks a significant moment, coming exactly two years after his last victory in ONE.
Facing an undefeated opponent in Rasulov, Lee is gearing up for a tough challenge in his comeback fight.
The ONE 169 card in Atlanta will also feature a headline bout between heavyweight champion Anatoly Malykhin and Oumar “Reug Reug” Kane.