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On November 22, the historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, will once again serve as the epicenter of martial arts action as ONE Friday Fights 88 brings a stacked card to Asia’s primetime audience. Featuring bouts across four fighting disciplines, this event promises electrifying battles as 24 elite athletes compete for a chance to join ONE Championship’s prestigious global roster.
ONE Friday Fights 88 Main Event: Pompet PK Saenchai vs. Aslamjon Ortikov
In the headline bout, Thailand’s seasoned veteran Pompet PK Saenchai squares off against the undefeated rising star from Uzbekistan, Aslamjon Ortikov, in a 130-pound Muay Thai showdown.
At just 26 years old, Pompet boasts an impressive 156-fight record and has faced the division’s best, including Rittidet Sor Sommai, Suriyanlek Por Yenying, and Duangsompong Jitmuangnon. Coming off a loss, the Thai striker is determined to bounce back in front of his home crowd.
Meanwhile, Ortikov has made waves with a flawless 19-0 record, including three knockouts in his five outings under the ONE banner. With a potential US$100,000 contract on the line, Ortikov is ready to disrupt Pompet’s comeback ambitions with his relentless style and devastating power.
Co-Main Event: Duangsompong Jitmuangnon vs. Ibragim Abdulmedzhidov
The co-main event pits Thai crowd favorite Duangsompong Jitmuangnon against Russian powerhouse Ibragim Abdulmedzhidov in an exciting flyweight Muay Thai clash.
Duangsompong has been on a tear, securing back-to-back victories, including a thrilling split-decision win over Joachim Ouraghi. Riding this wave of momentum, he hopes to solidify his position among the division’s elite.
On the other side, Abdulmedzhidov made an emphatic debut with a second-round KO of Yamin PK Saenchai and is eager to add another highlight-reel finish against a beloved Thai striker.
Rising Stars in Action
Kaotaem Fairtex continues his journey to Muay Thai stardom as he faces the seasoned Lamsing Sor Dechapan. At just 19 years old, Kaotaem rebounded from a loss to Ortikov with a stunning knockout victory and aims to build on that momentum. Lamsing, however, comes in with consecutive wins and will not be easily deterred.
The event also showcases an MMA showdown as Russia’s red-hot prospect Ilyas Eziev takes on Brazilian standout Harlysson Nunes in a bantamweight bout.
Submission grappling fans can look forward to a lightweight contest between Craig Hutchison of the UK and Vladimir Kuchmistyi, adding a technical grappling element to the diverse fight card.
In a thrilling kickboxing clash, Zhang Jinhu from China meets Japan’s Hiroki Naruo in a flyweight matchup that promises fireworks.
The Full Fight Card
Here’s the complete lineup for ONE Friday Fights 88:
Pompet PK Saenchai vs. Aslamjon Ortikov (Muay Thai – 130-pound catchweight)
Sornsueknoi FA Group vs. Sing Sor Chokmeechai (Muay Thai – 131-pound catchweight)
Theptaksin Sor Sornsing vs. Ivan Buldakov (Muay Thai – 126-pound catchweight)
Apiwat Sor Somnuk vs. Yodkritsada Sor Sommai (Muay Thai – 131-pound catchweight)
Kaotaem Fairtex vs. Lamsing Sor Dechapan (Muay Thai – 128-pound catchweight)
Thapluang Petkiatpet vs. Raksaensuk Sor Tor Hiewbangsaen (Muay Thai – 122-pound catchweight)
Duangsompong Jitmuangnon vs. Ibragim Abdulmedzhidov (Muay Thai – flyweight)
Omar Samb vs. Hassan Vahdanirad (Muay Thai – 157-pound catchweight)
Tun Min Aung vs. Abdelali Zahidi (Muay Thai – 158-pound catchweight)
Zhang Jinhu vs. Hiroki Naruo (Kickboxing – flyweight)
Ilyas Eziev vs. Harlysson Nunes (MMA – bantamweight)
Vladimir Kuchmistyi vs. Craig Hutchison (Submission Grappling – lightweight)
Don’t Miss the Action
ONE Friday Fights 88 is set to deliver high-level competition and unforgettable moments. With fighters aiming to prove themselves on the grand stage, this event is a can’t-miss spectacle for fans of combat sports. Tune in live on November 22 and witness the future stars of ONE Championship in action!
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