Super Lek Gets Quick Rematch with Abdullah on August 7
Super Lek gets a quick rematch against Abdullah Daiakaev on August 7 at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium after their controversial split-decision bout in May, where many felt the Thai champion was robbed despite fighting at a significant weight disa
ONE Championship is not keeping boxing fans waiting long for the rematch drama between 24-year-old Russian heavyweight Abdullah Daiakaev and 30-year-old Buriram-based ONE Kickboxing flyweight champion Super Lek. The two fighters will square off again in a Muay Thai bantamweight (135-145 lbs) rules rematch at The Inner Circle event on Friday, August 7, at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium (Rama Intra), with live streaming exclusively for members on Live.ONEFC.com from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Their first encounter took place at The Inner Circle on May 15, which was filled with drama even before the opening bell. Abdullah came in overweight at 148.2 pounds, exceeding the agreed bantamweight limit by 3.2 pounds, while Super Lek made weight comfortably at 143.2 pounds. Despite the significant 5-pound weight disadvantage, the Thai champion displayed fighting spirit and agreed to proceed with the bout.
The action inside the ring was equally dramatic. Abdullah started strong with the judges' early favor, but Super Lek mounted an impressive comeback, driving his opponent into the clinch and nearly finishing him in the final round. The judges rendered a split decision in Abdullah's favor (2-1), though many boxing fans and observers felt Super Lek deserved the victory.
Given the competitive nature of the fight and the widespread belief that Super Lek was robbed, ONE Championship has scheduled the rematch for fans to see a definitive result. Abdullah will look to prove his victory was legitimate, while Super Lek will attempt to reclaim what many believe was rightfully his. Boxing fans nationwide should not miss this showdown!
To watch Abdullah vs Super Lek on Friday, August 7, purchase tickets through THAI TICKET MAJOR. Home viewers can stream The Inner Circle live from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM on Live.ONEFC.com with a membership subscription.
