The 22-year-old, who trains at the Superbon Training Camp, revealed his pre-fight game plan specifically focused on body attacks, having previously identified a glaring hole in the Dagestan-born fighter’s armour. That win also earned him a $50,000 performance bonus.
With that win, Rambolek declared his willingness to challenge Dayakaev’s teammate, ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world champion Nabil Anane, for division gold. He also revealed that he approached the reigning title holder backstage to express his championship intentions.
Thai contender Rambolek celebrates successful game plan
Reflecting on his main event victory, Rambolek expressed relief that his preparation yielded the promised result. The Superbon Training Camp product highlighted satisfaction that his game plan proved effective against a dangerous opponent riding his own four-match winning streak.
“I’m very happy, and it’s such a huge relief that I can win and achieve everything I promised today. The plans I had planned also worked, so I’m very happy,” said Rambolek.
His five-match winning streak after the explosive knockout highlights his consistent finishing ability against increasingly difficult opponents.
Rambolek describes the body shot strategy
The Thai revealed that through extensive preparation he identified body shots as an unused weakness in Dayakaev’s defensive game. Rambolek expressed pride in discovering and executing a finishing strategy that previous opponents were unable to successfully implement.
“I said I saw his weakness, and the fans saw it on the ring, and I was able to show that his weakness was the body shot, because I was studying his fight and I didn’t see anyone. [who] could have thrown the body shot against him earlier. Maybe it’s not the best knockout, but it’s the knockout I’m most proud of,” Rambolek explained.
Dayakaev entered the bout with six finishes in nine promotional appearances, establishing himself as one of bantamweight Muay Thai’s most dangerous knockout artists. The Russian’s aggressive boxing style and world-class training under the watchful eye of Mehdi Zatout presented a formidable challenge for the Thai competitor.
Top contender Rambolek unveils title challenge for champion backstage
While discussing his title aspirations, Rambolek confirmed he was ready for an immediate title shot, while revealing he personally approached Anane backstage after his victory. The Thai competitor expressed confidence that their potential matchup would provide entertaining action for Muay Thai fans around the world.
“I’m ready when the opportunity comes. I think it’s time. I already ran into him today and I already said hello to him. I told him I wanted to fight him, and yes, I think it would be entertaining if I fought him,” Rambolek said.
A potential title clash would pose compelling stylistic questions as the Thai’s technical excellence and improved boxing game would clash with Anane’s gargantuan size and technical excellence. The winner would establish themselves as the undisputed king of the division, while the loser would face the difficult challenge of rebuilding toward a new opportunity.
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