Former longtime bantamweight Muay Thai king Nong-O Hama meets undefeated Russian standout Asadula Imangazaliev for the vacant ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Title at ONE Friday Fights 147 on March 20 inside Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium.
The 39-year-old Thai legend brings championship pedigree into this high-stakes showdown. Nong-O spent years establishing himself as one of ONE Championship’s most dominant titleholders. He captured the inaugural ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title in 2019 and defended it seven consecutive times against elite opposition. His reign featured sharp counters, clean combinations, and devastating finishing power that made him nearly untouchable at 145 pounds.
His championship run ended with a first-round knockout loss to Jonathan Haggerty in April 2023. After securing one more bantamweight victory, Nong-O reassessed his path as the division grew bigger and more physical. The move to flyweight presented fresh opportunities where his speed, balance, and timing could shine. His debut against Kongthoranee Sor Sommai ended in a close split decision loss at ONE Fight Night 28. Three months later, Nong-O adjusted his approach and defeated Kongthoranee by unanimous decision in their rematch at ONE Fight Night 31.
That victory proved significant. Nong-O confirmed he belonged among the division’s elite contenders rather than simply testing himself at a new weight. He earned his position in the flyweight rankings through calculated adaptation. The Evolve MMA representative was scheduled to challenge for flyweight gold at ONE 173 in November, but his opponent failed medical clearance following weigh-ins and hydration tests.
Unbeaten challenger seeks coronation in Bangkok
Asadula Imangazaliev arrives at ONE Friday Fights 147 riding unstoppable momentum. The Team Mehdi Zatout product compiled five victories on ONE Championship’s weekly Asia primetime showcase, including four knockouts that captured attention. He earned his main roster contract at ONE Friday Fights 122 with a spectacular first-round head-kick knockout of seven-time Muay Thai World Champion Panpayak Jitmuangnon.
That finish immediately elevated Imangazaliev into serious title contention. He reinforced his standing by stopping Kongthoranee in the second round at ONE Fight Night 39 this past January. The performance extended his pristine record to 11-0 while earning him a $50,000 performance bonus. His explosive style and unblemished record strengthen his claim for championship opportunity.
Nong-O brings World Championship composure and years of elite experience into this matchup. Imangazaliev counters with explosiveness, confidence, and a perfect professional record. The vacant flyweight Muay Thai belt awaits the victor inside Lumpinee Stadium’s hallowed ground.