ONE Fight Night 45: Three Fights That Lit Up Bangkok’s Muay Thai Scene

The historic Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok hosted ONE Fight Night 45 on Friday, July 17, bringing high‑octane Muay Thai action to U.S. primetime. The evening featured three compelling undercard battles before the main event, each delivering dramatic moments and notable performances. Below are the key highlights from the night that electrified fans across the globe.

Suablack Tor Pran49 Delivers a Flawless Elbow Finish Over Stephen Irvine

Suablack Tor Pran49 made his flyweight Muay Thai debut in spectacular fashion, saving his fight from an early scare by flooring Stephen “El Matador” Irvine with a single, devastating left elbow at 1:39 of round two. The 30‑year‑old Thai, who entered the bout with a 63‑23 record, improved his ledger to 64‑23 after stopping Irvine via KO. Irvine, 26, suffered his first loss since securing a US$100,000 contract the previous October and fell to 15‑5 overall. Suablack also walked away with a US$50,000 performance bonus for the knockout.

Dmitrii Kovtun Outworks Felipe Lobo in a Technical Bantamweight Showdown

Dmitrii “The Silent Assassin” Kovtun, a 28‑year‑old fighter for Thai Foreign Legion, used a blend of low kicks, clinches and precise elbows to outclass two‑time title contender Felipe “Demolition Man” Lobo. The Russian, who entered the bout with 15‑1 career wins, earned his 16th victory by unanimous decision and moved one step closer to the division’s elite. Lobo, 33, displayed late‑round speed but could not overcome Kovtun’s consistent pressure and top‑kick that stunned the Brazilian in the second round. The win reinforced Kovtun’s reputation as a top‑tier bantamweight prospect.

Black Panther Overcomes Sean Climaco for Sixth Straight Victory

Black Panther turned his 99th professional bout into an instant classic, surviving a late rally from 32‑year‑old Filipino‑American striker Sean Climaco to secure a unanimous decision. The 26‑year‑old Thai, representing Team Mehdi Zatout, built an early lead with body kicks that disrupted Climaco’s unorthodox timing. In round two, Climaco rattled Black Panther with left hooks, but the veteran responded with a series of body kicks and a jumping knee that steadied the fight.

The third round exploded into a fierce exchange, with Climaco landing a right hook that nearly finished the bout. Black Panther weathered the storm, landing a counter right punch that stunned Climaco and ultimately rallied for a hard‑fought win. The victory improved Black Panther’s career ledger to 82‑17 and cemented his place among the top flyers in the division. He now boasts six consecutive wins, each coming by decision or knockout.

Overall, ONE Fight Night 45 delivered three memorable Muay Thai battles that highlighted the sport’s raw power and strategic depth. From Suablack’s explosive elbow to Kovtun’s methodical precision and Black Panther’s resilience, the night reinforced why Bangkok’s Lumpinee Stadium remains a premier stage for elite combat sports. Fans can look forward to more high‑stakes action as the promotion continues to showcase world‑class talent across multiple weight classes.