Nontachai Jitmuangnon Outduels Soner Sen in Gritty
Lumpinee Boxing Stadium, Bangkok — October 24, 2025
In a high-stakes bantamweight Muay Thai main event, Thailand’s Nontachai Jitmuangnon earned a hard-fought majority decision victory over Turkey’s Soner “Golden Boy” Sen at ONE Friday Fights 130. The win marked Nontachai’s 51st career victory and a successful debut in the bantamweight division, pushing him closer to a potential rematch with Abdulla Dayakaev—the only man to defeat him in ONE Championship competition.
Tactical Patience and Body Work Pay Off for Nontachai
The opening round was a measured affair, with both fighters trading jabs and low kicks as they tested range and timing. Sen, training out of Team Mehdi Zatout in Pattaya, turned up the heat in Round 2, launching aggressive boxing combinations that forced Nontachai onto the back foot.
But the Jitmuangnon Gym standout remained composed, using calculated movement and sharp knees to the body to sap Sen’s energy. One of those knees opened the door for a pivotal moment—Nontachai landed a clean jab that dropped Sen for an eight-count, shifting the momentum of the fight.
In the final round, Nontachai switched to a counter-fighting strategy, protecting his lead while Sen pressed forward with body hooks in a desperate attempt to steal the decision. It wasn’t enough. Two judges scored the bout in favor of Nontachai, while the third saw it as a draw, resulting in a majority decision win for the Thai striker.
Sen’s Power and Pressure Nearly Turn the Tide
Soner Sen brought intensity and danger to every exchange, especially in Round 2 where his boxing combinations had Nontachai retreating. Despite being dropped, Sen showed tremendous heart and continued to push forward until the final bell. His performance, though not enough for the win, reaffirmed his place as a dangerous contender in the division.
Bantamweight Division Watch: Nontachai Eyes Redemption
With this win, Nontachai Jitmuangnon inches closer to a rematch with Abdulla Dayakaev and solidifies his place among the elite in ONE’s bantamweight Muay Thai ranks. His ability to adapt mid-fight and capitalize on small openings makes him a serious threat to anyone in the division.
Conclusion
Nontachai Jitmuangnon’s majority decision victory over Soner Sen was a showcase of grit, timing, and tactical brilliance. In a fight that tested his resolve, the Thai standout proved he has the tools to thrive in a stacked bantamweight division. As ONE Championship continues to deliver world-class Muay Thai action, Nontachai’s journey toward redemption is one to watch.
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