Firstly, the promotion confirmed that Nabil Anane will defend his first ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world title against the Thai knockout machine. Rambolek called out the Thai-Algerian giant following his explosive knockout victory over the champion’s teammate, Abdulla Dayakaev, at ONE Fight Night 39 in January. The 21-year-old champion was backstage during the post-fight interview and immediately accepted the challenge.
The card also features Muay Thai legend Nong-O Hama meeting Russian rising star Asadula Imangazaliev for the vacant ONE Flyweight Muay Thai world title. The 39-year-old Thai icon, who previously held the promotion’s bantamweight belt, brings 267 career victories into this championship opportunity against the undefeated 22-year-old phenom.
Nabil Anane takes on Superbon’s protégé in the defense of the first title
Nabil Anane brings a professional batting record of 41-5 into his first title defense against the dangerous Thai challenger. The Team representative Mehdi Zatout bounced back from his loss in his promotional debut with seven straight wins, demonstrating his world-class batting skills.
The 6-foot-1 star shocked the world in January 2025 by knocking out Nico Carrillo to capture the division’s interim gold. Two months later at ONE 172, Anane avenged his promotional debut loss by smashing pound-for-pound great Superlek. A few months later he was elevated to undisputed champion.
Rambolek, Nabil Anane’s opponent, represents Superbon Training Camp as a protégé of both Superbon and Nong-O. The challenger brings a career record of 67-14 and a five-match winning streak. His current run is highlighted by three consecutive knockouts.
A new flyweight Muay Thai world king will be crowned
The second title fight crowns a new Muay Thai king at flyweight, as 39-year-old Nong-O once again seeks gold at 26 pounds. The Thai icon’s 267 career wins and 12-4 promotion record demonstrate his legendary status earned through decades of competition.
Nong-O previously held the ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world title for almost four years. Now down to flyweight, the legend is looking to become a two-division champion and prove that he remains dangerous despite his age.
Imangazaliev brings a perfect career record of 11-0 and a promotion mark of 7-0 with six finishes into this title opportunity. The 22-year-old Russian has systematically destroyed every opponent since arriving at ONE Championship, establishing himself as one of the division’s most dangerous fighters.
Team Mehdi Zatout Fighters Eye Championship Doubles
Two representatives of Team Mehdi Zatout will compete for world titles on the same card. Nabil Anane defends his bantamweight crown while Imangazaliev battles for vacant flyweight gold, creating the potential for a historic night for the renowned training camp.
Nabil Anane’s journey from debut loss to undisputed champion shows the training camp’s ability to develop world-class strikers. His wins over Carrillo and Superlek made him one of Muay Thai’s most talented young bantamweight titleholders.
Imangazaliev’s perfect record across seven promotional appearances highlights Team Mehdi Zatout’s deep talent across multiple weight classes. The undefeated Russian’s six finishes prove he has the finishing ability required for championship success. A double championship victory would further build Team Mehdi Zatout into one of the world’s best training facilities.
ONE Friday Fights 147 airs live on beIN Sports USA on Friday, March 20 at 7:30am ET/7:30pm ICT.
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