Xavier Gonzalez produced one of the standout moments of ONE Friday Fights 157 with a devastating first round knockout victory over Payaksurin JP Power in their flyweight Muay Thai clash.
The Spanish fighter entered the contest looking to recover from back to back defeats and faced an energetic opponent who started strongly. During the opening exchanges, Payaksurin controlled the distance effectively, using a series of left high kicks and push kicks to keep Gonzalez from settling into a rhythm.
Despite the early pressure, Gonzalez remained patient and composed. Rather than rushing forward, he carefully observed his opponent’s movements and waited for the right opportunity to respond. His calm approach proved crucial as the bout unfolded.
Just over a minute into the fight, Payaksurin attempted another high kick, believing he had Gonzalez pinned at range. However, the Spaniard had already identified the pattern. Timing his counter to perfection, Gonzalez unleashed a powerful left hook that landed flush on the Thai fighter’s chin.
The impact was immediate. Payaksurin crashed to the canvas and showed no signs of recovering quickly enough to continue. Seeing that the fighter was unable to return to his feet, the referee stepped in and officially stopped the contest at 1:08 of the opening round.
The emphatic victory marked a major turning point for Gonzalez, snapping his two fight skid in spectacular fashion. More importantly, it secured the 26th win of his professional career and reminded fans of the dangerous knockout power that has made him a respected competitor on the Muay Thai scene.
