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Ten explosive bouts at Lumpinee: Muay Thai, kickboxing, and MMA with a massive $100,000 contract up for grabs
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ONE Friday Fights 172, set for this Friday, September 25 at the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, promises ten explosive bouts blending Muay Thai, kickboxing, and MMA. With a $100,000 contract on the line, the event spotlights two headline clashes: Superlek Jitmuangnon vs Othman Rhouni in bantamweight Muay Thai and Yodkatanyu Jitmuangnon vs Liu Junchao in flyweight kickboxing.
To remember:
- ONE Friday Fights 172 takes place this Friday, September 25 at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, featuring ten explosive bouts in Muay Thai, kickboxing, and MMA.
- The main event pits Superlek Jitmuangnon against Othman Rhouni in bantamweight Muay Thai for a $100,000 contract.
- Yodkatanyu Jitmuangnon faces Liu Junchao in flyweight kickboxing, with the Chinese fighter aiming for a second consecutive victory.
- Superlek, at 22, looks to confirm his status as a rising star in Muay Thai after his unanimous decision win over Sonrak Fairtex.
- Liu Junchao, 21, will attempt to secure a second straight win after his victory over Kosei Yoshida at edition 163.
A historic event at the heart of Lumpinee
This Friday, September 25, the Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok will shake to the rhythm of ONE Friday Fights 172, an event shaping up to be one of the most explosive of the year. With ten bouts on the card, featuring Muay Thai, kickboxing, and MMA, the ONE Championship organization is pulling out all the stops by offering fighters a unique opportunity: a chance to win a $100,000 contract and join the promotion’s main roster.
Superlek vs Rhouni: the clash of styles
The main event of the evening will pit Superlek Jitmuangnon, the 22-year-old Thai prodigy, against Othman Rhouni, nicknamed "The Ironside". This bantamweight Muay Thai bout promises to be a true battle of titans. Superlek, already a winner by unanimous decision over Sonrak Fairtex, is looking to confirm his status as a rising star in Muay Thai. Rhouni, for his part, faces his most formidable opponent to date in a fight where every strike could change the outcome.
Yodkatanyu vs Liu Junchao: the next generation in kickboxing
Another major matchup on the card: Yodkatanyu Jitmuangnon vs Liu Junchao in flyweight kickboxing. At just 21 years old, Chinese fighter Liu Junchao is aiming for a second consecutive victory after his win over Kosei Yoshida at edition 163. Opposite him, the experienced and technical Yodkatanyu will look to prove that Thailand remains the land of kickboxing masters. A duel where speed and precision will be decisive.
A night not to be missed
With bouts as varied as they are spectacular, ONE Friday Fights 172 is shaping up to be a must-watch event for combat sports fans. Whether it’s Muay Thai, kickboxing, or MMA, every fight promises its share of thrills. And with a $100,000 contract on the line, the fighters won’t have room for error. A night to follow absolutely to catch all the action at Lumpinee Stadium!
With matchups as intense as those announced for ONE Friday Fights 172, the event is a must-see for combat sports fans. Between Superlek vs Rhouni and Yodkatanyu vs Liu Junchao, the competition promises to be fierce, with a $100,000 contract and a spot in the elite of ONE Championship on the line. A night you absolutely cannot miss!