Filipino MMA fighter Bumina-ang confident after ONE contract

Filipino mixed martial artist Carlo Bumina-ang expresses confidence in competing at the highest level in ONE Championship after earning a US$100,000 contract to compete in the promotion last year.

Bumina-ang, who became the first Filipino fighter to secure a main roster contract through the ONE Friday Fights circuit following five straight wins at Lumpinee Stadium, has won two of his last three bouts via technical knockout.

Despite losing his debut match against Mongolia's Enkh-Orgil Baatarkhuu in the final seconds, Bumina-ang convincingly defeated South Korea's Song Min Jong and Argentina's Mauro Mastromarini in quick succession.

In an interview, Bumina-ang noted the increased competition level but emphasized his growing confidence, improved composure, and better killer instinct, crediting his experience competing against top-tier fighters for boosting his self-assurance and skill development.

Beyond his martial arts achievements, he has also earned several medals as part of the Philippine national team.