The world of martial arts, for years, has been coloured with tales of valour, discipline, and undying spirit. But the upcoming spectacle known as ONE Friday Fights 29 promises to not just continue this legacy but also elevate it to unparalleled heights.

Scheduled for August 18th, at Bangkok’s emblematic Lumpinee Boxing Stadium, this event is not merely a gathering of fighters. It is a congregation of stories, ambitions, dreams, and above all, the embodiment of martial spirit, all converging onto one platform for a global audience.

Seksan Or Kwanmuang, whose name has become synonymous with exceptional talent and unparalleled prowess in the realm of Muay Thai, will be a pivotal figure at ONE Friday Fights 29. Since the dawn of this event series in 2023, he has not only graced the platform but dominated it with an impeccable 4-0 record. But as history has taught us, in the world of martial arts, reputation can be both an armour and a target. And aiming for this target is the formidable Spaniard, Isaac Araya. With a shining WBC Muay Thai World Championship title under his belt and rigorous training sessions at the esteemed Jitmuangnon Gym, Araya is no stranger to challenges. His association with ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon has surely imparted him with insights that he’d look to employ against Seksan.

While the big names invariably grab the limelight, the essence of events like ONE Friday Fights lies in the stories of emerging stars. Their journey, laden with challenges, sacrifices, and relentless grit, often serves as a testament to the core ethos of martial arts.

Consider the tale of Pongsiri Sor Jor Wichitpadriew. With a remarkable 2-0 record in the organisation, he epitomises the rise of emerging talent. As he readies himself for a bout against Pethuahin Jitmuangnon, a promising talent from the famed Muay Thai gym in Nonthaburi, the narrative deepens. It’s not just a match; it’s a clash of journeys, both unique yet intertwined in their pursuit of greatness.

Martial arts, much like any sport, is as much about culture as it is about technique. And ONE Friday Fights 29 promises a fusion of styles and cultures like never before.

The impending duel between the Iranian maestro, Fariyar Aminipour, and the two-time Lumpinee Stadium Muay Thai World Champion, Pongsiri PK Saenchai, serves as a classic example. Each fighter, apart from their exemplary skill set, brings to the ring a rich tapestry of their cultural heritage, promising not just a physical but also a deeply philosophical and cultural showdown.

Further broadening the global flavour, the event will see Malaysian MMA veteran Agilan Thani square off against Russia’s indomitable spirit, Magomedmurad Khasaev, in the welterweight division. Then there’s Australia’s prodigy, Celest Hansen, ready to spar with Hong Kong’s dynamo, Yu Yau Pui, in what promises to be a breathtaking atomweight Muay Thai duel.

Martial arts are often misunderstood as just physical combats, but events like ONE Friday Fights 29 serve as a poignant reminder of their true essence. They’re a celebration of spirit, a testament to what humans can achieve with discipline, and above all, a tribute to the age-old traditions that have sculpted these arts.

With a blend of seasoned warriors and promising newcomers, ONE Friday Fights 29 guarantees a night of unparalleled martial arts action.

Line-Up for ONE Friday Fights 29

  • In the 140-pound catchweight Muay Thai bout: Seksan Or Kwanmuang will take on Isaac Araya.
  • In the flyweight Muay Thai category: Duangsompong Jitmuangnon faces off against Paidang Kiatsongrit.
  • A 143-pound catchweight Muay Thai match: Komawut FA Group squares off against Panrit Lukjaomaesaiwaree.
  • The 128-pound catchweight Muay Thai clash: Pongsiri Sor Jor Wichitpadriew meets Pethuahin Jitmuangnon.
  • At 126-pound catchweight Muay Thai: Surachai Sor Sommai competes against Singdomthong Nokjeanladkrabang.
  • Muay Thai at 122-pound catchweight: Petrapha Sor Sopit vs. Fas Erawan.
  • The bantamweight Muay Thai bout features: Pongsiri PK Saenchai against Fariyar Aminipour.
  • Kickboxing bantamweight match-up: Elbrus Osmanov vs. Wail Karroumi.
  • Another 128-pound catchweight Muay Thai bout: Rambong Sor Therapat vs. Noelisson Silva.
  • The atomweight Muay Thai duel: Celest Hansen vs. Yu Yau Pui.
  • Welterweight MMA: Agilan Thani challenges Magomedmurad Khasaev.
  • And in the MMA flyweight division: Chayan Oorzhak will clash with Andrey Chelbaev.