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‘Conviction’ mauls ‘Shadowcat’ at ONE for her mom

MANILA, Philippines – Finally, a win!

Top lady warrior Gina “Conviction” Iniong managed a split-decision victory against Malaysia’s Jihin “Shadowcat” Radzuan at ONE: Clash of Legends recently in Bangkok.

The victory ended Team Lakay’s almost back-to-back chain of losses in a week’s time.

Conviction’s win took an even more emotional twist to it, more than a confidence booster, as she dedicated her victory to her mother who has been diagnosed with Stage 5 chronic kidney disease, reported the independent Manila-based news portal, Rappler.

“This win is for my family first and foremost; of course my gym, Team Lakay; and the Philippines,” Rappler quoted her as saying the fight that also was Shadowcat’s first-ever loss.

The six-time Philippine wushu champion mixed her point of attack with excellent striking and well-timed takedowns to control the contest from the opening bell, according to the Rappler report.

Team Lakay, to which Iniong is part of, endured four losses including two world titles in a span of a week last month.

Staff Report

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