ONE Friday Fights 157 delivered another memorable night of action at the famous Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok on June 5, with several fighters producing standout performances. Headlining the event, four time Muay Thai World Champion Yodlekpet “The Destroyer” Or Atchariya secured his third consecutive victory, overcoming Myanmar’s Saw Min Min through a dominant unanimous decision after three hard fought rounds.
The main event showcased Yodlekpet’s experience and tactical discipline. Rather than chasing an early finish, the Thai veteran focused on breaking down his opponent piece by piece. During the opening round, Saw Min Min attempted to set a fast pace and keep the pressure high. However, Yodlekpet remained composed, carefully selecting his attacks and repeatedly targeting the body and lead leg.
As the contest progressed into the second round, Saw Min Min increased his aggression and looked to turn the fight into a close range battle. Drawing on his Lethwei background, he launched a series of elbows and heavy strikes that briefly created problems for the Thai star. Despite the pressure, Yodlekpet stuck to his game plan, continuing to punish the legs and midsection whenever opportunities appeared.
By the final round, the effects of those attacks were becoming increasingly visible. Saw Min Min’s mobility had noticeably declined, making it difficult for him to move freely around the ring. Sensing the momentum firmly in his favour, Yodlekpet pushed forward with confidence, landing combinations to the body while continuing to attack the damaged leg. The closing minutes belonged entirely to the Thai veteran, leaving little doubt about the result.
When the final bell sounded, all three judges awarded the fight to Yodlekpet, giving him the 95th victory of his professional career. The impressive win also strengthens his case for a coveted ONE Championship contract, with many now believing that opportunity may not be far away.
Earlier in the evening, Spain’s Xavier Gonzalez produced one of the most dramatic moments of the event. Looking to bounce back after two defeats, Gonzalez needed only 68 seconds to make a statement. A perfectly timed counter left hook caught Payaksurin JP Power cleanly and sent him crashing to the canvas. The knockout victory sparked an emotional celebration from the Spaniard and marked a successful return to winning form.
With dominant performances from established stars and explosive finishes from rising contenders, ONE Friday Fights 157 once again delivered excitement for combat sports fans around the world.
