Superlek to Rematch Abdulla Dayakaev at ONE Championship’s Inner Circle 25 in Bangkok

Reigning ONE Flyweight Kickboxing champion Superlek of Thailand will face Russian contender Abdulla “Smash Boy” Dayakaev in a bantamweight Muay Thai rematch at ONE Championship’s Inner Circle 25 on Friday, 7 August. The bout takes place at Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, following their first encounter at Inner Circle 14 on 15 May, where a first‑round knockdown led to a split‑decision win for Dayakaev. Superlek said he fought “on autopilot” after the knockdown, expressing regret but not disappointment.

In preparation for the rematch, Superlek has focused on defensive fundamentals, ring management and tightening his guard, aiming to avoid the early setback that cost him the previous fight. The event will be streamed live on ONE Championship’s platform, and fans anticipate a decisive outcome after the controversial split decision that divided the Muay Thai community.