ONE Friday Fights 114 is one of the most talent-laden cards in the recent history of the organization’s weekly Asia primetime event series.
Set to go down on June 27 at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, the lineup is loaded with rising stars who are determined to make their marks on the global stage.
Notably, a number of competitors are in prime positions to win a coveted US$100,000 contract and a spot on ONE’s main roster – and they might need just one more impressive performance to reach that goal.
These are five fighters who could capture a six-figure contract at ONE Friday Fights 114.
#1 Aslamjon Ortikov
Undefeated phenom Aslamjon Ortikov has looked nothing short of sensational through his seven-fight run at ONE Friday Fights, and he’ll shoot for his biggest win to date when he takes on battle-tested veteran Petsukumvit Boi Bangna.
Still just 22 years old, Ortikov has employed a unique blend of world-class tactical awareness and an explosive, unpredictable style to emerge as one of Muay Thai’s fastest-rising stars.
It’s obvious the Uzbekistani striker is destined for big things. A victory over Petsukumvit would further solidify his status as an elite talent and mark a critical step in his journey toward global stardom.
#2 Ramadan Ondash
Lebanon’s Ramadan “The Scorpion” Ondash will aim for his fourth win in as many appearances at ONE Friday Fights when he goes toe-to-toe with Thai standout Chartpayak Saksatoon.
A true buzzsaw of activity who loves to trade strikes at a furious pace, the 18-year-old has already left a lasting impression on ONE’s global fan base. And beyond his crowd-pleasing approach, the strawweight prodigy has proven he can hang with far more experienced fighters.
“The Scorpion” is in for his most dangerous test yet against Chartpayak, but if he can keep his winning streak going, he might be the next six-figure contract winner.
#4 Chartpayak
For his part, Chartpayak is also on the verge of winning a contract and claiming his spot on ONE’s global roster. The 26-year-old Thai has taken ONE Friday Fights by storm, racking up seven straight victories and five unforgettable finishes over the past year and a half.
While Chartpayak is a well-rounded Muay Thai striker who’s capable of ending the fight at all ranges, he tends to do his best work with his crisp boxing combinations and absurd punching power.
Simply put, he has what it takes to be a mainstay of ONE’s strawweight Muay Thai division – and a win over Ondash might be his final hurdle to clear.
#4 PTT
Even though he will be making his promotional debut on Friday, decorated veteran PTT Apichart Farm could soon find himself competing against the featherweight Muay Thai division’s upper echelon. He’ll first have to get past 22-year-old French standout Elies Abdelali.
With more than 130 professional fights and numerous titles in his native Thailand, PTT brings a years-long winning streak and incredible finishing skills into his hotly anticipated ONE debut.
Considering his lengthy list of accomplishments, just one victory could secure him a place on the organization’s main roster.
#5 Banluelok
Banluelok Sitwatcharachai has already scored three spectacular knockouts in three ONE Friday Fights outings, but he’ll be looking for his biggest career victory against decorated Japanese superstar Nadaka Yoshinari.
Although he competes at atomweight, Banluelok seems to pack the power of a much heavier athlete. The 28-year-old has used his vicious combination striking to run through the competition at Lumpinee Stadium, quickly establishing himself as one of Bangkok’s favorite strikers.
Against Nadaka, he’ll be facing a 10-time Muay Thai World Champion who’s widely recognized as his country’s best-ever Muay Thai fighter. With a win, Banluelok could turn himself into an overnight sensation and claim a six-figure contract.
