Indian MMA fighter Monjit Yein wins at ONE Friday Fights 101

LockerRoom Team

21 Mar 2025

Indian MMA prospect Monjit “Shotgun” Yein continued his dominant run with a unanimous decision victory over Filipino fighter Justin “Bones” Jones Matoto at ONE Friday Fights 101 in Lumpinee Stadium.

Yein, now 6-0 in his professional career, showcased his well-rounded skillset against a tough opponent in Matoto. Training under Indian MMA veteran Bhabajeet Choudhury at Bidang MMA in Assam, Yein entered the bout with momentum from his impressive performances in Bidang Fighting Championship.

Matoto, known for his grappling prowess, pushed the Indian fighter throughout the contest. However, Yein’s superior striking and control secured him the judges’ nod, further cementing his status as one of India’s top strawweight prospects.

With this victory, Yein takes another step forward in his MMA journey, positioning himself as a rising force in ONE Championship’s strawweight division.