There is an energy in Bangkok that you can only find on a Friday night. As the tropical heat of the day gives way to the neon-lit evening, the world’s combat sports fans turn their eyes toward the legendary Lumpinee Stadium. This past Friday, March 27, 2026, ONE Friday Fights 148 proved once again why Thailand remains the beating heart of the striking world.
The Main Event: Kongchai vs. Khanzadeh
The atmosphere was electric as former Rajadamnern Stadium World Champion Kongchai Chanaidonmueang stepped into the ring to face the dangerous Iranian „Black Wolf,“ Mehrdad Khanzadeh. This was a classic clash of styles: the surgical, relentless technicality of the Thai veteran against the raw, explosive power of an international knockout artist.
From the opening bell, Khanzadeh looked to end the night early with looping overhands and heavy low kicks. However, Kongchai showed the composure of a master. Utilizing his superior clinching and devastating left kicks, he began to dismantle the „Black Wolf’s“ aggression. By the third round, Kongchai had completely found his rhythm, digging deep to outwork his opponent in every exchange. When the final bell rang, the judges’ decision was clear—a unanimous decision victory for Kongchai, moving him one step closer to that elusive $100,000 ONE Championship contract.
The Undercard: Streaks and Surprises
The night wasn’t just about the main event. Denkriangkrai Mavinn Muaythai continued his meteoric rise, securing his fifth consecutive victory. Facing the aggressive Valerii Strungari from Moldova, Denkriangkrai had to weather an early storm of body shots. Proving his durability, the Thai fighter pivoted his strategy in the later rounds, using his reach and precision to bank a unanimous decision win.
Other notable highlights included:
- Ahad Varghaeian delivered the knockout of the night, stopping Jorge Pastor just over a minute into the second round.
- Superjeng Torfunfarm outpointed Prompadej in a bantamweight war that kept the crowd on their feet.
Why It Matters
These weekly events at Lumpinee are more than just fights; they are a proving ground. For local Thai fighters, it’s a chance to change their lives through international exposure. For the international „Farang“ fighters, it’s a grueling test of skill against the world’s best. As we look toward the mid-year championships, names like Kongchai and Denkriangkrai are cementing themselves as the ones to watch.
If you missed the live broadcast, you can catch the high-octane highlights below to see the precision and power of the „Art of Eight Limbs“ in action.
Link: ONE Friday Fights 148: Kongchai vs. Khanzadeh Highlights