Aliff Sor Dechapan outworked Ramadan Ondash throughout three rounds at ONE Battle Night time 38 on Friday, December 6, inside Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand, to stroll away with a win and shot at gold.
Aliff gained by unanimous choice and picked up a title shot in opposition to divisional king Praanchai PK Saenchai as introduced by ONE Chairman and CEO Chatri Sityodtong instantly afterward. The 21-year-old systematically broke down the Lebanese phenom, handing Ondash his first promotional loss whereas proving he’s prepared for championship-level competitors.
The ultimate spherical sealed it. Aliff scored a knockdown that swayed the judges and pushed his report to 62-9. His placing variety overwhelmed Ondash all through the struggle, however that knockdown second may’ve modified all the things if dealt with unsuitable.
“Once I obtained the knockdown, I needed to be actually cautious as a result of I knew that Ramadan would rise up and he would attempt to knock me out to get his win. So I performed the sport very rigorously,” he stated.
Aliff Sor Dechapan used bodily benefits to manage the struggle
The sport plan revolved round dimension. Ramadan Ondash introduced energy and aggression to each trade, however Aliff Sor Dechapan’s attain stored the Lebanese striker at bay when it mattered most.
His peak allowed him to choose photographs from vary whereas avoiding the close-quarters warfare the place Ondash thrives. The technique labored completely over quarter-hour.
“I imagine my peak and attain benefit performed an important function for this struggle and I actually wanted to utilize that,” he defined.
Now comes the championship alternative in opposition to Prajanchai PK Saenchai. The Thai king has dominated the strawweight Muay Thai division with an iron fist, defending his title a number of occasions in opposition to elite competitors. However Aliff believes his time has arrived.
“I’m assured that my subsequent struggle shall be a title shot,” he stated. “You understand, in addition they introduced it within the ring, so I’m very assured. Prajanchai, I hope you’re prepared for me. I’m coming to your belt.”
