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ONE Championship brought a fiery end to its Asia primetime series with a thrilling night of Muay Thai and MMA action at ONE Friday Fights 67, held at the legendary Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday, June 14th.
Before taking a one-week break, ONE Championship showcased the best of what it has to offer with 11 electrifying fights. The packed card featured jaw-dropping knockouts, inspiring comebacks, and nail-biting contests that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Nakrob Crushes Khalilov, Secures Big Win and Contract
The main event saw Nakrob Fairtex rewrite his career narrative with a stunning knockout victory over #4-ranked flyweight kickboxing contender Tagir Khalilov. This win not only extended Nakrob's winning streak to four but also secured him a life-changing opportunity – a coveted $100,000 contract to compete on the biggest stage of ONE Championship.
A Close Start, a Decisive Finish
The early rounds of the flyweight Muay Thai fight were a back-and-forth battle, with both Nakrob and Khalilov exchanging stinging leg kicks and powerful knees. However, Nakrob began to find his rhythm, landing more strikes with increasing accuracy.
The Knockout Blow
Seizing the momentum, Nakrob unleashed a perfectly timed right elbow that landed flush on Khalilov's jaw. The devastating blow sent Khalilov crashing to the canvas, unable to answer the referee's count. With the victory secured at 2:02 of the first round, Nakrob improved his record to 66-21 and 8-1 within ONE Championship.