ONE Friday Fights 28: Knockouts
Bangkok’s Combat Cathedral Delivers Another Thriller
On August 11, 2023, ONE Championship returned to the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok for ONE Friday Fights 28, a 12-bout spectacle featuring elite Muay Thai and MMA talent. From explosive knockouts to tactical wars, the event showcased the raw intensity and global reach of ONE’s weekly fight series.
Main Event: Kongsuk Fairtex Outpoints Jaosuayai
In the headline bout, two-time Lumpinee Stadium champion Kongsuk Fairtex defeated rising phenom Jaosuayai Sor Dechapan via unanimous decision in a flyweight Muay Thai clash. Kongsuk’s reach, timing, and clinch work proved decisive in a high-paced battle between undefeated fighters.
Muay Thai Highlights: Brutality and Precision
- Suriyanlek Por Yenying knocked out Songfangkhong FA Group with a left hook at 1:46 of Round 2 (134 lbs)
- Pentor SP Kansart Paeminburi outpointed Jack Jackmuaythai Gym via unanimous decision (140 lbs)
- Mahahin Petkiatpet defeated Petsangwan Sor Samarngarment via unanimous decision (118 lbs)
- Petsansuk ChotBangsaen beat Kohtao Petsomnuk via unanimous decision (118 lbs)
- Robocop Radgoldgym outclassed Yoddoi Kaewsamrit via unanimous decision (119 lbs)
- Antar Kacem stunned Yodphupa Petkiatpet with a KO at 2:36 of Round 2 (bantamweight)
- Chanajon PK Saenchai crushed Mohamed Hanoun with a KO at 0:28 of Round 2 (lightweight)
- Xavier Gonzalez defeated Dabdam Por Tor Tor Thongtawee via unanimous decision (126 lbs)
- Suablack Tor Pran49 stopped Lenny Blasi via TKO at 1:26 of Round 3 (bantamweight)
MMA Action: Submissions and Ground-and-Pound
- Sanzhar “Tornado” Zakirov defeated Dave “Kintas” Bangguigui via TKO at 4:11 of Round 3, using relentless ground-and-pound to seal the win
- So Yul Kim submitted Noelle “Lil’ Monkey” Grandjean via triangle choke at 3:57 of Round 2, rebounding from a tough first round to dominate the grappling exchanges
Final Thoughts
ONE Friday Fights 28 was a clinic in violence, precision, and rising talent. From Kacem’s knockout artistry to Kim’s slick submission, the event reaffirmed Lumpinee Stadium’s status as the heartbeat 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
