A Title Rematch Between Maria Eduarda and Leonie Hardman for the WMO Championship

British fighter Leonie Hardman, ranked number 1 in the UK and current world champion in two WMO categories, faced Brazilian Maria Eduarda, known as the "Queen of Fire," last Saturday, September 26.

In a matchup at 112 lbs, Hardman, the reigning WMO champion in both the Flyweight and Bantamweight divisions, as well as an ISKA champion, was knocked out in the first round following an explosive and dominant performance by Maria Eduarda.

Now, attention may turn to a potential rematch. The WMO World Championship, scheduled for March 2027, could serve as a possible venue for a new encounter between the two fighters, this time with the Bantamweight title on the line. Hardman is set to defend her Flyweight title against Thailand's Jitti SorSor.ChiangMai on November 8 at the Muay Thai Revolution - Muay Ying Series event.

Ranked by the World Muaythai Organization, Maria Eduarda is seeking the opportunity to capture the world title and establish her name on the international stage. On the other side, Leonie Hardman would have the chance to face the Brazilian again and attempt to avenge her loss at RWS.

Following the impressive outcome of their first encounter, a rematch between Maria Eduarda and Leonie Hardman is generating even more anticipation. On one side, the world champion; on the other, the Brazilian who just knocked her out in the first round.

If confirmed for the WMO World Championship in 2027, this rematch has all the ingredients to become one of the most anticipated bouts in women's Muay Thai next year.