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After Fighting COVID-19 As a First Responder, Alyse Anderson Is Ready for the Cage

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Alyse Anderson has ‘nothing to lose and everything to gain’ in ONE Championship

More than two years have passed since Alyse Anderson last fought in the cage. But during that stretch of time, she was never idle or inactive. Anderson fought for her entire team, caring for and supporting patients with COVID-19.

The 26-year-old Anderson steps into the cage Friday for ONE Championship’s all women’s Empower card.