Stella Hemetsberger's Historic Reign and Championship Defense
Stella Hemetsberger is on the verge of achieving both a perfect promotional record and a place among combat sports' elite as she prepares for her ONE Women's Strawweight Muay Thai World Title defense. The reigning champion will face Natalia “Karelian Lynx” Diachkova in the main event of ONE Fight Night 46, broadcast live from Bangkok's Lumpinee Stadium.
The 27-year-old Austrian fighter has made history within ONE Championship, becoming only the third woman to hold world titles in two different sports, following in the footsteps of Stamp Fairtex and Janet Todd. Hemetsberger's remarkable journey includes two victories over Jackie Buntan within the past year, securing her championship status.
Entering the upcoming bout, Hemetsberger boasts an unblemished 5-0 record within the promotion and is on an impressive seven-fight winning streak. Her challenger, Diachkova, is seeking to reclaim a Muay Thai title after a previous attempt in 2024. Diachkova has rebounded strongly with two consecutive wins, including a spectacular knockout victory over Fahsai Aor Yutthachai.
Hemetsberger expressed her continued dedication and ambition: "My mindset hasn’t changed. I’m always working hard, and my main goal is to become better, evolve, and get more skills as a fighter. Of course, I have two belts to defend, but the main goal is to give my best performance." She added, "My motto will be ‘Always Hungry.’ I am very, very hungry to win the fight and defend my belt.”
The champion's confidence is bolstered by her championship experience. Both of her title-winning bouts against Buntan went the full five-round distance, demonstrating her exceptional conditioning and mental fortitude. Notably, Hemetsberger has never been knocked out in her professional career.
While acknowledging Diachkova's significant power, Hemetsberger and her team at Phuket Fight Club have meticulously prepared for this specific threat. She stated, "Having won five rounds and never been knocked out once in any of my professional fights before gives me confidence. It shows my fighting heart and spirit. But that does not mean I take whatever awaits me lightly or with overconfidence. I would say I just have the right healthy amount of confidence as always.”
Stella Hemetsberger's Championship Experience is Key
Stella Hemetsberger relies on her proven championship experience as she prepares for her next title defense. Both of her world championship victories against Jackie Buntan concluded after the full five rounds, highlighting Hemetsberger's remarkable endurance and composure under pressure – a rare feat for a first-time defending champion.
Diachkova presents a formidable challenge with her striking power. However, Hemetsberger's training camp at Phuket Fight Club has focused on addressing this specific threat. Despite the danger, Hemetsberger remains confident, emphasizing her track record of never having been knocked out professionally. She believes this resilience and "fighting heart and spirit" are significant advantages. While acknowledging Diachkova's capabilities, Hemetsberger maintains a healthy level of confidence, stating, "I would say I just have the right healthy amount of confidence as always.”
English Translation:
Stella Hemetsberger is on the verge of achieving both a perfect promotional record and a place among combat sports' elite as she prepares for her ONE Women's Strawweight Muay Thai World Title defense. The reigning champion will face Natalia “Karelian Lynx” Diachkova in the main event of ONE Fight Night 46, broadcast live from Bangkok's Lumpinee Stadium.
The 27-year-old Austrian fighter has made history within ONE Championship, becoming only the third woman to hold world titles in two different sports, following in the footsteps of Stamp Fairtex and Janet Todd. Hemetsberger's remarkable journey includes two victories over Jackie Buntan within the past year, securing her championship status.
Entering the upcoming bout, Hemetsberger boasts an unblemished 5-0 record within the promotion and is on an impressive seven-fight winning streak. Her challenger, Diachkova, is seeking to reclaim a Muay Thai title after a previous attempt in 2024. Diachkova has rebounded strongly with two consecutive wins, including a spectacular knockout victory over Fahsai Aor Yutthachai.
Hemetsberger expressed her continued dedication and ambition: "My mindset hasn’t changed. I’m always working hard, and my main goal is to become better, evolve, and get more skills as a fighter. Of course, I have two belts to defend, but the main goal is to give my best performance." She added, "My motto will be ‘Always Hungry.’ I am very, very hungry to win the fight and defend my belt.”
The champion's confidence is bolstered by her championship experience. Both of her title-winning bouts against Buntan went the full five-round distance, demonstrating her exceptional conditioning and mental fortitude. Notably, Hemetsberger has never been knocked out in her professional career.
While acknowledging Diachkova's significant power, Hemetsberger and her team at Phuket Fight Club have meticulously prepared for this specific threat. She stated, "Having won five rounds and never been knocked out once in any of my professional fights before gives me confidence. It shows my fighting heart and spirit. But that does not mean I take whatever awaits me lightly or with overconfidence. I would say I just have the right healthy amount of confidence as always.”
Stella Hemetsberger Relies on Championship Experience
Stella Hemetsberger is drawing on her proven championship experience as she heads into her next title defense. Her two previous victories that secured world titles against Jackie Buntan both went the distance, showcasing Hemetsberger's impressive stamina and composure under pressure – a significant asset for any fighter, especially a first-time title defender.
Diachkova poses a significant power threat, a challenge that Hemetsberger and her camp at Phuket Fight Club have specifically prepared for. Hemetsberger remains confident, citing her professional record of never having been knocked out. She believes this resilience and "fighting heart and spirit" are key advantages. While respecting Diachkova's abilities, Hemetsberger maintains a healthy level of self-assurance, stating, "I would say I just have the right healthy amount of confidence as always.”
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