ONE Championship fans witnessed a thrilling battle for feather weight Muay Thai gold as Tawanchai P.K. Saenchai defended his title against Nattawut Somkhun in the ONE 167 main event.
Saenchai wasted no time showcasing his dominance, peppering Somkhun with leg kicks and sharp elbows. Somkhun, however, proved to be a resilient challenger. He weathered the early storm and found success with combinations when Saenchai slowed down. The momentum shifted in the third and fourth rounds, with Somkhun taking control.
The final round was a captivating display of back and forth action, leaving the audience on edge of their seats. The judges ultimately awarded the victory to Saenchai via a close majority decision, ensuring his reign as feather weight Muay Thai king continues.
Other Highlights from ONE 167:
- Rodtang Jitmuangnon Dominates in Kickboxing: The co-main event saw Rodtang Jitmuangnon showcase his striking prowess against Denis Puric in a catchweight kickboxing clash. Jitmuangnon’s relentless pressure and diverse strikes overwhelmed Puric throughout the three rounds, securing a clear cut unanimous decision victory.
- Mikey Musumeci Secures Quick Submission: Mikey Musumeci wasted no time in the grappling only matchup against Gabriel Sousa. He expertly controlled Sousa on the ground, eventually forcing a tap due to a punishing calf slicer submission within the first four minutes.
- Kade Ruotolo Victorious in MMA Debut: Decorated grappler Kade Ruotolo made a successful transition to MMA. Defeating Blake Cooper in his debut fight. Ruotolo showcased his grappling skills by securing a dominant back position and finishing the fight with a face crank submission in the first round.
- Exciting Kickboxing and MMA Bouts Keep Fans Engaged: The night featured a variety of other exciting kickboxing and MMA matchups. Including impressive victories for Sitthichai Sitsongpeenong, Denice Zamboanga, Adrian Lee, and Nguyen Tran Duy Nhat.
ONE 167 delivered an entertaining night of martial arts action, with close championship battles, dominating performances, and successful debuts.
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