Malaysia’s Jihin “Shadow Cat” Radzuan returns to ONE Championship’s global stage, fired up to prove her recent setbacks were nothing more than temporary speed bumps.

The 27-year-old welcomes undefeated Brazilian star Gabriela “Gabi” Fujimoto to the organization in a pivotal atomweight MMA clash at ONE Fight Night 40: Buntan vs. Hemetsberger II on Prime Video, which broadcasts live in U.S. primetime from Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium this Friday, February 13.

Jihin, a Wushu World Champion, steps back into action in search of her first win since she submitted Jenelyn “The Graceful” Olsim at ONE Friday Fights 35. 

Since then, “Shadow Cat” has hit a pair of setbacks, falling to Chihiro Sawada and Macarena Aragon. While those losses tested her resolve, they also forced her to reflect on areas of improvement and increased her hunger for victory.

Another difficult test awaits the Malaysian atomweight, but she made it clear she’s ready for a tough night’s work against the 22-year-old promotional newcomer:

“I’ve watched some of her fights, and I believe she’s a well-rounded fighter. She’s undefeated as well. 7-0. I think she’s more of a striker, but I’m not looking down on her grappling game. I think this is going to be a very exciting match.”

But Jihin has no intention of playing the supporting role in someone else’s story, especially when redemption is within reach.

To make sure she gets her hand raised this time, “Shadow Cat” has relocated her camp closer to home, opting to train at Foxgloves Fight Gym in Singapore – a short commute from her family home in Johor Bahru, Malaysia.

The technical refinements and adjustments made during this camp have given Jihin renewed confidence heading into this matchup:

“For this camp, I’ve been focusing a lot more on [the technical aspects] of my striking – how to move out, when to step in, and how to work on a lot of angles and stuff like that. You all will see it on February 13.

“Otherwise, I’ve been feeling great [throughout] this preparation with fight camp. I also feel good with my weight and everything else.”

Beyond the upgrades, Jihin carries something deeper into this contest – the burning desire to redeem herself after consecutive losses and prove she’s still a top threat in the women’s atomweight MMA division. 

And if that means ruining Fujimoto’s birthday in front of the roaring crowd inside the historic Lumpinee Stadium, so be it.

The Malaysian said:

“I really want to redeem myself in this fight. I feel very confident. Every single time, I bring the same confidence in the ring. But we’ll see what’s going to happen in the ring.

“It’s going to be different this time. I think fans can expect a big and significant change in my striking and everything. I’m ready to leave everything in the ring and perform at my very best.”

Jihin Lists Her Main Advantage Over Fujimoto

While Jihin Radzuan acknowledges Gabriela Fujimoto’s threat level and spotless record, she also recognizes specific advantages that could prove decisive at ONE Fight Night 40.

One of the most significant factors working in the Malaysian’s favor is her familiarity with competing inside the ring.

For Fujimoto, this will be her first time fighting inside the squared circle under MMA rules – a transition that presents unique challenges most athletes underestimate until they’re in the moment.

Jihin explained:

“I’ve been fighting MMA in the ring for quite some time right now, so I think I will have better control in the ring. With the ropes, there are a lot of disadvantages and advantages.

“Being in a ring is not as tight as the fence, so you lose a lot of advantage there if your back is on the ropes. But on the fence, it’s more like you can work yourself out of trouble with takedowns or something else.”

While she sees clear advantages, Jihin expects the KO Squad representative to come out guns blazing when the two collide just hours before Valentine’s Day.

Both fighters want nothing but a triumph. Fujimoto is seeking the perfect debut and birthday celebration, while the Johor Bahru native is hunting redemption and her 10th career victory.

As such, “Shadow Cat” envisions two elite atomweights ready to produce fireworks on the promotion’s second U.S. primetime card of 2026:

“I need this win very badly. But I can assure you, both of us are going to give our best. Of course, she wants to show her best performance since this is her debut, and I want to show my best to claim myself back in the winner’s column.”