Since shifting to modern MMA rules (which differ in structure and regulations from traditional MMA), Phung has continued to impress with her first-round victories. “Lo Thi Phung has always shown consistency and high-level technique, not only in Ju-jitsu but also with significantly improved striking skills. This result was anticipated even before we formed the national team for the Asian championship,” said Tong Ngoc Hoa, head of the Vietnamese MMA delegation. The 2026 Asian MMA Championship was held from January 9 to 11 in Luzhou, China, under the organization of the Asian Mixed Martial Arts Association. The tournament plays a key role in earning technical ranking points for upcoming events, including the 20th Asian Games in Japan and the 2026 Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in Saudi Arabia.

Source: VietNamNet News January 11, 2026 13:45 UTC