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The 24-year-old Russian confirms his finisher status with another first-round KO victory at ONE Friday Fights 165
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Ilyas Musaev made Muay Thai history by delivering a spectacular KO to Suksawat PK Saenchai at ONE Friday Fights 165 at the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok. The 24-year-old Russian confirmed his reputation as a fearsome striker with a first-round victory, extending his streak of six consecutive KOs since 2024.
To remember:
- Ilyas Musaev dominates Muay Thai with a first-round KO at ONE Friday Fights 165.
- He defeats Suksawat PK Saenchai with a devastating liver hook at 2:11.
- Musaev improves his record to 12-2 with a streak of six consecutive KO victories since 2024.
- The fight took place at the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok.
- He withstands early attacks before sealing his victory with a precise and powerful strike.
A lightning-fast KO at the heart of Lumpinee
The Lumpinee Stadium, the temple of Muay Thai in Bangkok, was the stage for a resounding feat during ONE Friday Fights 165. Ilyas Musaev, a 24-year-old Russian prodigy, confirmed his status as a ruthless finisher by taking down Suksawat PK Saenchai in just one round. At 2:11, a liver hook sealed the Thai fighter's fate, giving the Russian his 12th career victory, all secured before the final bell.
This bout, scheduled as the co-main event, delivered on all its promises. Despite a tough start to the round, where Suksawat PK Saenchai managed to land strikes on Musaev, the Russian kept his composure. His experience and surgical precision made the difference against an opponent renowned for his offensive pressure.
A KO streak that impresses
With this win, Musaev now boasts six consecutive KO victories since 2024, a feat that solidifies his reputation in the world of Muay Thai. His record now stands at 12-2, a number that speaks for itself. Trained at Team Mehdi Zatout, the Russian continues to climb the ranks at a blistering pace, capturing the attention of combat sports fans worldwide.
This KO at Lumpinee is more than just another win: it’s a display of power and technique, two qualities that make Musaev one of the most feared athletes of his generation. Muay Thai fans can expect to see him rise even higher in the global rankings in the coming months.
Lumpinee: a stage worthy of the exploits
The choice of Lumpinee for this showdown was no coincidence. This legendary stadium, where the greatest names in Muay Thai have written their history, adds a symbolic dimension to every fight held there. For Musaev, securing a KO victory here is an additional crowning achievement.
This result also confirms the growing influence of ONE Championship in the Muay Thai landscape. By hosting events of this magnitude at Lumpinee, the Asian organization proves its commitment to promoting Thailand’s national sport on an international scale. A strategy that is clearly paying off, as evidenced by the excitement surrounding this fight.