ONE Championship is set to deliver an electrifying night of martial arts with ONE Friday Fights 157, taking place this Friday, June 5th, at the historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. Spectators can anticipate a packed card featuring nine high-octane bouts spanning both Muay Thai and MMA. Each competitor will be fiercely contesting not only for victory in their respective matchups but also for the chance to secure a prestigious US$100,000 contract and a coveted position on ONE’s international roster. The event highlights the organization's commitment to showcasing top-tier talent and providing a platform for emerging stars to shine on a global stage.
The main event features a captivating clash between a highly decorated Muay Thai practitioner and a formidable Lethwei specialist, promising an intense display of striking. The co-main event adds further excitement, showcasing a seasoned international fighter against a rapidly ascending local talent, ensuring a night of thrilling and unpredictable martial arts action for fans worldwide.
Main Event Spotlight: Yodlekpet vs. Saw Min Min
Headlining the evening at ONE Friday Fights 157 is a highly anticipated flyweight Muay Thai showdown between the four-time Muay Thai World Champion Yodlekpet Or Atchariya and the dangerous Lethwei specialist Saw Min Min. Yodlekpet, a veteran with titles from Lumpinee and Rajadamnern Stadiums, is known for his relentless offensive pressure and devastating low kicks. Entering this fight on a two-bout winning streak, his recent bonus-winning stoppage victory underscores his current momentum and formidable form. His aggressive style and powerful strikes are expected to test his opponent's resolve.
Across the ring, Saw Min Min, a 28-year-old from Myanmar, brings a unique and diverse martial arts background to the contest. Having started his career in Lethwei at the age of eight, he later secured victory in the 2017 ONE Myanmar Flyweight MMA Tournament before transitioning to Muay Thai. Min Min has already proven his ability to finish opponents within ONE Championship and arrives prepared to challenge one of the division's most accomplished names. This matchup promises a compelling clash of styles, with Yodlekpet's traditional Muay Thai prowess meeting Min Min's unyielding Lethwei-honed toughness and finishing instincts.
Co-Main Event and Other Notable Bouts
The co-main event of ONE Friday Fights 157 features Spain's Xavier Gonzalez taking on the rising Thai southpaw PayakSurin JP Power in another exciting flyweight Muay Thai encounter. Gonzalez, 24, has become deeply immersed in the Thai Muay Thai scene since moving to Thailand in 2019. With a significant number of appearances in ONE Friday Fights, his brawling, high-volume style, characterized by powerful boxing combinations and sharp elbows, makes him a formidable opponent. Despite a recent setback, Gonzalez is eager to reverse his fortunes and make a strong statement in this pivotal matchup, relying on his aggressive approach and extensive experience within the Thai fight circuit.
Standing opposite Gonzalez is the 21-year-old PayakSurin, recognized as one of the roster's most thrilling young talents. Inspired by his cousin, fellow ONE Friday Fights veteran Plyokhao Or AudUdon, PayakSurin has already delivered several memorable moments, including a stunning comeback victory at ONE Friday Fights 112 where he rebounded from a first-round knockdown to secure a win with a head kick. His dynamic style and resilience make him a captivating fighter, and he enters this bout with his sights firmly set on earning a contract. The card also includes other compelling matchups such as Lamnamkhong BS Muaythai against Kajornklai Sor Sor Toipadriew in bantamweight Muay Thai, and a flyweight Muay Thai clash between WBC Muay Thai World Champion Takuma Ota and Road to ONE: United Kingdom winner Jacob Thompson. Additionally, British banger Tayo Zahir, with an undefeated 12-0 record, makes his ONE debut against Iran’s Mahan Fotouhi in lightweight Muay Thai, adding further depth and excitement to the night’s proceedings.
