Islay Erika Bomogao was scheduled for her third fight in ONE Championship but her return was postponed after a large earthquake rocked Thailand and Myanmar last month.
Bomogao was supposed to battle Narea Rubio at ONE Friday Fights 102 on March 28 as she was looking for her third win in ONE Championship before the cancellation.
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Already a contracted fighter, Bomogao isn't resting on her laurels as she wants nothing more than to get back to Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok and put on a show for her growing fan base.
"Initially, I was disappointed, but I understand that safety is always the priority," Bomogao said.
"I'm handling the wait with resilience and I'm focusing on using this time to be productive. I'm viewing it as an opportunity to further hone everything and prepare when the time comes to fight again."
She stayed busy as she worked in the Tiger Muay Thai camp in Phuket for a month alongside the rest of the Muay Thai Association of the Philippines.
Bomogao returns to national team duties as the Philippine squad is preparing for the IFMA World Championships next month, and she's learned a lot from one of the best striking camps in the world.
"I gained a wealth of knowledge and experience from my time there. Beyond the skills, I too learned the value of camaraderie and forging bonds with other athletes and coaches," Bomogao said.
Immediately after the World Championships, Bomogao hopes to return to ONE Championship as she can't wait to put everything she's worked for into actual practice.
"I am brimming with energy and excitement,” she said. “This eagerness I feel is not just about the fight itself, but also about the culmination of my hard work and perseverance."
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