Former ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Champion Nabil Anane and formidable Russian knockout machine Abdulla "Smash Boy" Dayakaev recently demonstrated their exceptional striking abilities at an open workout held at Venum Training Camp in Pattaya, Thailand, this past Monday, July 27. These two Team Mehdi Zatout stablemates addressed the media, offering insights into their upcoming matches at "The Inner Circle 25," an event slated to be exclusively streamed via live.onefc.com from Bangkok's renowned Lumpinee Stadium on Friday, August 7.
Anane is poised to headline "The Inner Circle 25" with a fervent desire for redemption. The imposing 6-foot-4 Algerian-Thai prodigy boasts a career record of 41 wins and 6 losses, alongside an impressive 8-2 record within ONE Championship. His remarkable journey saw him rebound from an initial defeat to secure eight consecutive victories, culminating in a World Title reign that cemented his status as the undisputed champion of the bantamweight Muay Thai division. However, this impressive momentum was halted in March when Rambolek Chor Ajalaboon claimed his belt. A victory in his upcoming main event against the seasoned Suakim Pongsuphan PK would provide the 22-year-old with a direct path to a ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title rematch against the fighter who dethroned him.
Meanwhile, Dayakaev enters the co-main event with a different kind of momentum. The 24-year-old Dagestani possesses a career record of 16 wins and 3 losses, including 11 finishes, and has achieved a 9-2 record in the promotion. He has cultivated a reputation as one of the most explosive knockout artists in his weight class. At "The Inner Circle 14" in May, he secured a closely contested split-decision victory over Superlek in a bout that divided both fans and experts. Critics raised questions about the verdict, and Dayakaev has taken notice. On August 7, the Russian powerhouse aims to deliver an undeniable performance. Another triumph over the pound-for-pound great could propel him into serious contention for a World Title opportunity.
These upcoming matches highlight the intensity and skill that Nabil Anane and Abdulla "Smash Boy" Dayakaev bring to the ring, with both athletes driven by the prospect of reclaiming or achieving championship glory. Their recent open workout served as a potent preview of the power and precision awaiting fans at "The Inner Circle 25."
