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South China Morning Post
08-02-2025
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
Pranjanchai keen to settle unfinished ONE business with Jon Di Bella
Prajanchai PK Saenchai added another special moment to a life filled with many, landing a savage strike to finish Ellis Barboza in round four of their ONE Fight Night 28 bout on Saturday. It was win number 344 in a storied career – and such was the ferocity of the elbow that brought his British opponent's evening to a crashing halt, it earned the ONE strawweight Muay Thai and kickboxing champion a US$100,000 double bonus. Prajanchai is ruthless in close quarters, and following three rounds of high-level, technical action, the 30-year-old found the kill shot he immediately knew had ended proceedings. The blood dripping from Barboza's head was a stark indicator the fight was over, something quickly confirmed by the ringside medial team. 'He had his punches, and I had my elbows, so we had to see which was best,' Prajanchai told the Post. The night began with a first-round knockout win for Aliff Rakib, and the half-Malaysian, half-Thai contender has made no secret of wanting a title shot. 'Aliff could be a worthy contender,' Prajanchai said. 'But I don't want to seem like I'm calling him out. It's up to ONE Championship.'
South China Morning Post
07-02-2025
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
ONE Fight Night 28: Muay Thai icon Nong-O ready for ‘last dance'
At 38 years old, Muay Thai icon Nong-O Hama is not ready to fade quietly into the shadows. Instead, the multiple-time world champion and the inaugural ONE Championship bantamweight Muay Thai king is making one final push for greatness – this time at flyweight. After losing three of his past four bouts at bantamweight, Nong-O is cutting down in weight for what he calls his 'last dance'. His first test at flyweight comes at ONE Fight Night 28 on Saturday against Kongthoranee Sor Sommai, a highly skilled Muay Femur stylist who is 10 years his junior and ranked fourth in the division. With the ONE flyweight Muay Thai title vacant, a victory in Bangkok could put Nong-O in immediate contention for yet another world championship. 'I think I am prepared for this fight very well,' Nong-O told the Post. 'I'm not nervous. I think everything is going according to plan.' Muay Thai icon Nong-O Hama has lost three of his past four bouts. Photo: ONE Championship Despite his legendary status, Nong-O acknowledges that Kongthoranee presents a real challenge. The Thai veteran has built a reputation on dismantling younger opponents throughout his storied career, but he remains cautious of his upcoming foe.
South China Morning Post
07-02-2025
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
ONE Fight Night 28: what sets Muay Thai, kickboxing champion Prajanchai apart
Prajanchai PK Saenchai is a name synonymous with excellence in the world of Muay Thai and kickboxing. But as the reigning ONE Championship strawweight Muay Thai and kickboxing world champion prepares for ONE Fight Night 28 in Bangkok, it is not just his physical prowess that sets him apart – it is also his mindset. With a career spanning more than 400 bouts across various disciplines, Prajanchai is one of the sport's living legends. His accolades speak for themselves: a two-time Lumpinee Stadium champion, three-time Rajadamnern Stadium champion across four divisions, and holder of multiple prestigious titles. He is also 3-0 in boxing. 'I think the fact that I've been versatile enough throughout my career has been my strength,' he told the Post ahead of the defence of his Muay Thai strap against Ellis Barboza. 'I've boxed, kicked and adapted to every fight. It's not just about the wins, but about how you approach each fight and the process behind it.' Prajanchai's versatility has allowed him to dominate across multiple weight classes. Photo: ONE Championship Prajanchai's adaptability in the ring is something few can match. His versatility has allowed him to dominate across multiple weight classes. Yet, he credits his longevity to discipline in training.
