Mammadov Knocks Out Superlek, Shimon Yoshinari Advances in Grand Prix at ONE Friday Fights 178
Anar Mammadov stunned Superlek Jitmuangnon with a first-round knockout, while Shimon Yoshinari defeated Ramadan Ondash to reach the ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Grand Prix semifinals at ONE Friday Fights 178.
There was no shortage of drama at ONE Friday Fights 178 on Friday, November 13, with a stunning knockout in the main event and a clinical performance in the ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Grand Prix quarterfinals.
At Bangkok's Lumpinee Stadium, Anar Mammadov brought Superlek Jitmuangnon's momentum to a brutal halt, while Shimon Yoshinari weathered an early storm from Ramadan Ondash to advance in one of the most star-studded tournaments in Muay Thai history.
Anar Mammadov Stuns Superlek With First-Round Knockout
Anar “Atilla” Mammadov delivered a major upset in the ONE Friday Fights 178 main event, knocking out Superlek Jitmuangnon in the first round and handing the Thai star his first defeat under the ONE Championship banner.
Superlek opened the bantamweight Muay Thai contest with thunderous kicks, looking to keep the Azerbaijani fighter at a distance.
But Mammadov quickly closed the gap, absorbing body shots to get within range before landing a crisp right hand that sent Superlek to the canvas.
The Thai star beat the referee's eight-count, but Mammadov gave him no chance to recover.
The Azerbaijani stepped back into the exchange, leaned back and unleashed a massive right hand that knocked Superlek out.
The referee stopped the fight at 2:08 of the first round, giving Mammadov a statement victory and improving his professional record to 13-5.
Shimon Yoshinari Defeats Ramadan Ondash to Reach Grand Prix Semifinals
In the tournament's second bout, fourth-ranked contender Shimon Yoshinari overcame a difficult start to claim a unanimous decision victory over fifth-ranked Ramadan Ondash in their ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Grand Prix quarterfinal.
Ondash came out aggressively, catching Shimon with heavy punches early in the fight. However, the Japanese standout gradually found his rhythm, using distance management and sharp counterattacks to turn the contest in his favor.
Shimon took control in the second round, adding knees to his offense and landing clean shots to the Lebanese fighter's chin.
He maintained that momentum in the third, backing Ondash against the ropes and picking him apart with elbows and combinations.
The unanimous decision improved Shimon's record to 28-1 (1 NC) and secured his place in the semifinals, where he will face Nong-O Hama.
ONE Friday Fights 178: Full Results
- Anar Mammadov defeated Superlek Jitmuangnon via knockout at 2:08 of Round 1 (Muay Thai – bantamweight).
- Kyaw Swar Win defeated Sherzodi Sadullo via unanimous decision (Muay Thai – bantamweight).
- Cihan Dogu defeated Pek Por Tor Tor Thongtawee via unanimous decision (Muay Thai – atomweight).
- Ali Al-Kinani defeated Kumanngern Jitmuangnon via knockout at 1:24 of Round 2 (Muay Thai – strawweight).
- Natakorn Kesorn defeated Mathew Gesto via split decision (MMA – strawweight).
- Superchamp Wutdychonburipraleasing defeated Superjung Sor Rungsak via knockout at 1:57 of Round 1 (Muay Thai – flyweight).
- Suhyeon Kim defeated Takumi Fukamachi via split decision (MMA – bantamweight).
- Nongnuk Sor Dechapan defeated Giorgia Pieropan via unanimous decision (Muay Thai – atomweight).
- Shimon Yoshinari defeated Ramadan Ondash via unanimous decision (Muay Thai – flyweight).
