Nong-O looks for rebound win against dangerous Kulabdam at ONE Friday Fights 58

ONE Friday Fights 58 brings together the old guard and the new blood as Nong-O Hama goes up against Kulabdam Sor Jor Piek Uthai.

This three-round bantamweight Muay Thai clash takes place on April 5. It airs live in Asian primetime from the iconic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.

Both men find themselves at contrasting stages of their professional careers.

Nong-O held the ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title for over four years. During that time, he amassed an impressive 10-fight winning streak.

However, his reign of dominance came to a screeching halt. Jonathan Haggerty brutally dethroned him from his seat atop the division in April 2023.

The Thai megastar returned to the ring in December 2023. There, he faced Scottish sensation Nico Carrillo. Although he displayed his trademark resilience in the opening round, a second-round knockout raised questions about the veteran’s future.

Now ranked #2 in the weight class, Nong-O is determined to prove that he still has what it takes to climb back to the sport’s apex.

Standing in his way is Kulabdam, who represents the new guard in Muay Thai.

Having entered the global stage in 2019, the 25-year-old southpaw has quickly risen through the ranks.

A former two-time Lumpinee Stadium Muay Thai World Champion, Kulabdam is riding high on a three-fight winning streak. All victories came by highlight-reel knockouts. It’s no wonder he’s known as the “Left Meteorite.”

Kulabdam battles Nong-O Hama for spot in rankings

For Kulabdam Sor Jor Piek Uthai, this matchup represents more than just a chance to add another victory to his streak.

It’s an opportunity to break into the bantamweight Muay Thai division’s top five rankings and edge closer to a date with Jonathan Haggerty.

On the other hand, Nong-O Hama has his sights on redemption. A win over his compatriot will shatter talks that his illustrious career may be on the decline.