ONE Friday Fights 87 Results: Kongchai Defeats Chokpreecha
Kongchai Chanaidonmueang defeated Chokpreecha PK Saenchai by unanimous decision in the main event of ONE Friday Fights 87 on November 15, 2024. The strawweight Muay Thai bout at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok was an intense three-round contest: Chokpreecha had early success, but Kongchai rallied and finished strongly to earn all three judges’ votes.
Chokpreecha made the early impact
The fighters traded hard from the opening round. Chokpreecha landed an overhand left that wobbled Kongchai, putting the Rajadamnern Stadium Muay Thai World Champion under immediate pressure. Kongchai stayed upright and continued competing rather than retreating from the exchanges.
Kongchai changed the rhythm in Round 2, using knees and elbows to gain ground and make the fight more difficult for Chokpreecha. The contest remained close, so the final frame became important. Kongchai used his range to score from distance, and his cleaner work in the closing minutes helped persuade all three judges. The official result was a unanimous decision, not a stoppage.
A mixed-rules card at Lumpinee Stadium
ONE Friday Fights 87 took place in Bangkok and featured 11 bouts across Muay Thai, kickboxing and mixed martial arts. The weekly series gives fighters the chance to impress ONE Championship and potentially earn a contract with its global roster. Kongchai’s main-event win was the headline result, but the card also included several finishes and competitive decisions.
Scottish striker Stephen Irvine earned a unanimous decision over Denkriangkrai Singha Mawynn in a Muay Thai contest. Singdomthong Nokjeanladkrabang stopped Watcharaphon Singha Mawynn with a left hook at 1:38 of the first round. PayakSurin Sit JP rallied against Pettapee Rongrienkelasurat and secured a third-round TKO at 1:24. The event also included kickboxing and MMA bouts, adding variety to the program.
What the win meant for Kongchai
The victory ended Chokpreecha’s unbeaten run in ONE Championship, according to the promotion’s recap. Kongchai improved his career record to 74-13. His ability to respond after being rocked early, score with knees and elbows in the middle round, and control distance late gave the decision a clear three-part narrative without overstating the result.
For viewers reviewing the event, the distinction between a close fight and a split verdict matters: the judges were unanimous in selecting Kongchai. The bout was competitive, but its official outcome was clear. The win added a notable result to the weekly series and showed how a fighter can recover from an early setback by adjusting pace and range over the remaining rounds.
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Tags: Boxing, Combat Sports
