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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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Published 21 days ago

Ten explosive bouts at Lumpinee: Muay Thai, kickboxing, and MMA with a massive $100,000 contract up for grabs

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.
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Green light for the Armenian: Grigorian and Noiri set for decisive showdown in Tokyo
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Published 23 days ago

Green light for the Armenian: Grigorian and Noiri set for decisive showdown in Tokyo

The ONE SAMURAI Featherweight Kickboxing tournament reaches its climax on October 17 in Tokyo with explosive semifinals. Marat Grigorian and Masaaki Noiri, two major figures in the division, battle for a spot in the final.

To remember:

  • The ONE SAMURAI Featherweight Kickboxing tournament takes place on October 17 in Tokyo with decisive semifinals.
  • Marat Grigorian, undefeated in his last four fights, faces China’s Luo Chao, undefeated in his last three.
  • Masaaki Noiri, backed by his home crowd, challenges Iran’s Mohammad Siasarani, feared for his KOs.
  • Superbon is counting on the experience of Grigorian and Noiri to reach the final.
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International Showdown: Yi Yuxuan Challenges Osmanov in Bangkok
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Published 24 days ago

International Showdown: Yi Yuxuan Challenges Osmanov in Bangkok

The kickboxing bout between Elbrus Osmanov and Yi Yuxuan at ONE Fight Night 48 replaces a previously scheduled duel after an injury, pitting two Asian talents with distinct styles against each other. This unexpected clash at Lumpinee highlights Osmanov’s versatility and Yi’s superior technique, boasting 56 wins.

To remember:

  • An unexpected clash at Lumpinee with Yi Yuxuan replacing Denis Souza Jr. against Elbrus Osmanov.
  • A technical duel between Russian Elbrus Osmanov and Chinese Yi Yuxuan, WLF and ISKA champion.
  • Osmanov, undefeated in Muay Thai since 2025, faces a pure kickboxing specialist.
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At just 22, Japanese sensation Shimon Yoshinari crushes Suablack Tor Pran49 with a 2nd-round KO, cementing his status as one of Muay Thai’s top flyweight prospects.
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Published 26 days ago

At just 22, Japanese sensation Shimon Yoshinari crushes Suablack Tor Pran49 with a 2nd-round KO, cementing his status as one of Muay Thai’s top flyweight prospects.

Shimon Yoshinari, 22, made Muay Thai history by dominating Suablack Tor Pran49 with a 2nd-round KO at ONE SAMURAI 3. This strategic victory, the result of rigorous preparation and rare maturity for his age, confirms his status as a serious contender for a flyweight world title.

To remember:

  • Shimon Yoshinari wins by KO in the 2nd round against Suablack Tor Pran49 at ONE SAMURAI 3.
  • At just 22 years old, the Japanese fighter confirms his status as a serious contender in Muay Thai flyweight.
  • His victory brings his record to 27-1 with six straight wins under ONE Championship.
  • Yoshinari turns his opponent’s missed weight incident into motivation for a ruthless strategy.
  • His tactical approach, centered on body shots, reveals a rare maturity for his age.
  • This performance reignites the debate over his eligibility for a world title.
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A historic duel: PK Saenchai takes on Wang Junguang’s Shaolin kung-fu at Lumpinee
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Published 26 days ago

A historic duel: PK Saenchai takes on Wang Junguang’s Shaolin kung-fu at Lumpinee

Prajanchai PK Saenchai, the ONE Championship Muay Thai world champion, returns to kickboxing on October 16 at the legendary Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok to face Wang Junguang. This clash of styles will pit the Thai’s technical Muay Thai against the Chinese fighter’s traditional Shaolin kung-fu, in a bout broadcast exclusively on ONE.

To remember:

  • Prajanchai PK Saenchai, the ONE Championship Muay Thai world champion, makes his kickboxing return on October 16, 2025 at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok against Wang Junguang.
  • This historic fight will pit Prajanchai’s technical Muay Thai against Wang Junguang’s traditional Shaolin kung-fu.
  • With an impressive record of 344 wins, Prajanchai looks to erase his 2025 loss to Jonathan Di Bella and bounce back.
  • Wang Junguang, an Enfusion champion known for his spectacular KOs, will attempt to stop this winning machine.
  • The clash of martial cultures will be broadcast exclusively on ONE Championship.
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