ONE Fight Night 17 Results: Kryklia’s Crushing KO
Muay Thai Takes Center Stage in Bangkok
ONE Fight Night 17, held on December 8, 2023, at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, marked a historic moment for ONE Championship: its first-ever all-Muay Thai event. With eight electrifying bouts and the inaugural ONE Heavyweight Muay Thai World Title on the line, the night was a celebration of “the art of eight limbs” at its most brutal and beautiful.
Co-Main Event
Main Event: Roman Kryklia Becomes First Heavyweight Muay Thai World Champion
In the headline bout, Roman Kryklia—already the ONE Light Heavyweight Kickboxing World Champion—made history by knocking out WBC Heavyweight Muay Thai Champion Alex “The Viking” Roberts just 25 seconds into round two. Kryklia’s power and precision were undeniable, as he added a second world title to his resume and cemented his place among the sport’s elite (ONE Championship).
Co-Main Event: Jo Nattawut Outclasses Luke Lessei
Thai veteran “Smokin” Jo Nattawut returned to form with a dominant unanimous decision win over American newcomer Luke “The Chef” Lessei. Nattawut’s experience and sharp combinations kept Lessei on the back foot throughout the three-round featherweight contest (Wikipedia).
Mohamed Younes Rabah Shocks Saemapetch with First-Round KO
In a 151.7-pound catchweight bout, promotional newcomer Mohamed Younes Rabah stunned #3-ranked bantamweight contender Saemapetch Fairtex with a devastating knockout at 2:29 of round one. Rabah’s aggressive style and punching power made an immediate impact on the division (ONE Championship).
Jacob Smith Destroys Goncalves
Dmitry Menshikov Flattens Chafi in Lightweight Clash
Russian striker Dmitry Menshikov delivered a violent first-round knockout over Mouhcine “The Assassin” Chafi at 1:59, continuing his rise in the lightweight Muay Thai ranks with another highlight-reel finish (Tapology).
Jacob Smith stopped his opponent with a knee to the body
British brawler Jacob Smith made a statement in the flyweight division, knocking out Walter “Iron Hands” Goncalves with a flying knee at 2:54 of round one. Smith’s relentless pace and creativity earned him one of the night’s most spectacular finishes (Wikipedia).
Johan Ghazali Scores Fastest Finish of the Night
17-year-old Malaysian prodigy Johan “Jojo” Ghazali continued his meteoric rise by knocking out Edgar Tabares in just 36 seconds. Ghazali’s speed and accuracy were jaw-dropping, and his performance solidified his status as one of Muay Thai’s brightest young stars (ONE Championship).
Thongpoon vs
Denis Puric Punishes Overweight Opponent with KO
Bosnian striker Denis “The Bosnian Menace” Puric knocked out Nguyen Tran Duy Nhat at 1:35 of round two. Duy Nhat missed weight and was fined 25% of his purse, which went to Puric—who made sure the punishment continued inside the ring (Wikipedia).
Thongpoon vs. Barboza Ends in No Contest
In the opening bout, Thongpoon PK Saenchai and Ellis “El Jefe” Badr Barboza battled to a result was overturned to a no contest after Barboza tested positive halted the action. Despite the anticlimactic result, both fighters showed flashes of brilliance in their brief exchange (Tapology).
Conclusion: ONE Fight Night 17 Delivers Pure Muay Thai Carnage
From Kryklia’s thunderous title win to Ghazali’s lightning-fast knockout, ONE Fight Night 17 was a masterclass in Muay Thai violence. With Lumpinee Stadium roaring and global fans tuning in, ONE Championship’s all-Muay Thai showcase proved that the sport’s future is as thrilling as its past.
Sources:
- ONE Championship: Full Results and Highlights
- Wikipedia: ONE Fight Night 17
- Tapology: ONE Fight Night 17 Fight Card
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Tags: Boxing, Combat Sports
