ONE Championship is gearing up for an action-packed weekend at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, on November 13th. Following the ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Grand Prix quarterfinals, "ONE Friday Fights 178" will present a thrilling lineup of nine Muay Thai and MMA contests. Competitors will be battling for a coveted US$100,000 contract and a place on the ONE Championship main roster.
Main Event: Yodlekpet Or Atchariya vs. Kyaw Swar Win
The headline bout of ONE Friday Fights 178 will feature a bantamweight Muay Thai showdown between decorated four-time Muay Thai World Champion Yodlekpet Or Atchariya and accomplished Lethwei practitioner Kyaw Swar Win. Yodlekpet, known as "The Destroyer," boasts an impressive resume including multiple World Titles and recognition as the 2017 Siam Sports Fighter of the Year. His relentless fighting style has led him to three victories in his last four ONE appearances, consistently pushing him closer to the life-changing six-figure contract that all fighters on the weekly platform aspire to achieve. Another win could significantly advance his pursuit of this ultimate goal.
Yodlekpet Or Atchariya has consistently demonstrated his prowess in the ring, securing decisive wins, including a unanimous decision over Saw Min Min at ONE Friday Fights 157 and a third-round knockout against Gingsanglek Wor Kumchamnarn at ONE Friday Fights 147. His aggressive approach and determination have made him a formidable contender. Facing him is the 24-year-old Kyaw Swar Win, who enters the fight with a remarkable 59-3 career record. Win carries strong momentum from his recent unanimous decision victory over Slatan Jitmuangnon at ONE Friday Fights 158 and a second-round TKO against Muga at ONE Friday Fights 139. As a representative of the Fairtex Training Center, Kyaw Swar Win brings a strong background and impressive track record, setting the stage for a highly anticipated main event clash.
Co-Main Event: Superlek Jitmuangnon vs. Anar Mammadov
In the co-main event, Superlek Jitmuangnon aims to extend his undefeated streak in ONE to 3-0 as he takes on Azerbaijan's Anar Mammadov in another bantamweight Muay Thai encounter. Superlek, 23, has quickly made a name for himself within the promotion, securing both of his previous ONE victories by unanimous decision. These include a dominant performance against Othman Rhouni at ONE Friday Fights 172 and another impressive win over Sonrak Fairtex. Representing Jitmuangnon Gym, Superlek brings a wealth of experience with 61 career wins, and another triumph could propel him into matchups against the elite fighters in the series.
Superlek Jitmuangnon has showcased consistent excellence in his ONE appearances, establishing himself as a rising star. His two unanimous decision victories highlight his technical skill and strategic fighting. Across the ring, the 30-year-old Anar Mammadov, known as "Atilla," trains out of Team Mehdi Zatout and brings a strong kickboxing background with a professional record of 12-5. Mammadov previously made a significant impact with a second-round TKO victory over Komawut FA Group at ONE Friday Fights 128, demonstrating his knockout power and aggressive style. This co-main event promises to be an exciting clash of styles and a crucial stepping stone for both fighters in their pursuit of climbing the ranks within ONE Championship.