Anuar Cisneros is favored to win with odds around 1.65 compared to Shun Shiraishi at 2.25, reflecting Cisneros's superior striking accuracy and recent form with three consecutive victories in One Championship. Cisneros has demonstrated improved wrestling defense in his last two bouts, which should prove crucial against Shiraishi's grappling-heavy approach, with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports offering competitive lines on this matchup.

The match starts at 9:00 AM UTC on January 16, 2026, which converts to 1:00 PM JST in Japan, 5:00 PM SGT in Singapore, and 4:00 PM Bangkok time, accommodating One Championship's Asia-Pacific broadcast schedule.

The event takes place at the Axiata Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, a 7,000-capacity venue that has hosted numerous One Championship events and features state-of-the-art MMA facilities with an octagon positioned for optimal viewing angles.

Anuar Cisneros is predicted to secure victory via submission in round two with moneyline odds of 1.65, given his recent improvements in cardio and his ability to capitalize on Shiraishi's tendency to tire in extended exchanges. Cisneros has landed 4.2 significant strikes per minute in his last three fights compared to Shiraishi's 3.8, indicating superior striking output.

In their head-to-head record, this marks their first meeting in One Championship, though both fighters have competed extensively in the promotion's featherweight division. Cisneros holds a 12-2 record in One Championship with 8 finishes, while Shiraishi brings a 10-3 record with 6 finishes, making this a significant matchup between two rising contenders in the featherweight rankings.