ONE Friday Fights 31: Knockouts
Bangkok’s Combat Cathedral Delivers Another Thriller
On September 1, 2023, ONE Championship returned to the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok for ONE Friday Fights 31, a stacked 11-bout card featuring Muay Thai, MMA, and kickboxing action. From explosive knockouts to tactical wars, the event showcased the depth and diversity of global combat sports talent.
Main Event: Kongthoranee Outpoints Kabutov
In the headline bout, two-time Muay Thai World Champion Kongthoranee Sor Sommai defeated Kyrgyzstani bruiser Sherzod Kabutov via unanimous decision in a flyweight Muay Thai clash. Kongthoranee’s precision and ring control proved too much for Kabutov, who struggled to find his rhythm.
Muay Thai Mayhem: Elbows, Body Shots, and Brutality
- Chorfah Tor Sangtiennoi knocked out Mongkolkaew Sor Sommai at 0:30 of Round 2 with a crushing elbow.
- Sibsan Nokkhao KorMor11 stopped Baramee Sujeebameekiew via KO at 0:30 of Round 2, showcasing elite timing.
- Puengluang Baanramba outpointed fan favorite Seksan Fairtex in a flyweight Muay Thai bout.
- Sornsueknoi FA Group delivered a first-round KO of Udomlek Nupranburi at 2:09, landing a clean right hand.
- Tonglampoon FA Group edged Apidet Namduemmee77 via unanimous decision in a 117-pound contest.
- River Daz defeated Nonthakit Tor Morsri via unanimous decision in a bantamweight war.
- Nongam Fairtex earned a majority decision over Francisca Vera in a 112-pound catchweight bout.
Kickboxing Spotlight: Cecchetti Snipes Xiaolong
Italian striker Luca “The Sniper” Cecchetti outclassed Huo Xiaolong via unanimous decision in a strawweight kickboxing bout, using angles and volume to dominate all three rounds.
MMA Action: Akylbek Uulu Grinds Out Win
In the lone MMA bout of the night, Ilimbek Akylbek Uulu defeated Gadzhimurad Gasanguseinov via unanimous decision in a 139-pound catchweight contest. Akylbek Uulu’s grappling and pressure proved decisive.
Final Thoughts
ONE Friday Fights 31 was a clinic in violence, precision, and rising talent. From Kongthoranee’s composed victory to Chorfah’s elbow-induced KO, the event reaffirmed Lumpinee Stadium’s status as the epicenter of global combat sports. With contenders emerging and reputations shaken, the road to ONE gold remains as unpredictable as ever.
For full fight results and video highlights, visit ONE Championship’s official recap.
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Tags: Boxing, Combat Sports
