Kulabdam hopes to tame Sangmanee inside the distance

Their bout is the main event of ONE: NO SURRENDER III, a closed-door audience-free extravaganza scheduled for broadcast this 21 August. It’s also a semifinal in the ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai Tournament, a two-bracket single elimination ladder to determine the number one contender for Nong-O Gaiyanghadao’s ONE Bantamweight Muay Thai World Title.

 

Kulabdam is excited to showcase his unique skills in the ring, and possibly inch himself closer to his ultimate goal.

 

“The goal I set for myself in ONE Championship is to become the champion,” said Kulabdam. “It’s an aggressive style. I walk at them, I kick their legs, and I punch them. My style is quite risky.”

 

Against Sangmanee, Kulabdam faces one of his toughest tests to date. “The Million Dollar Baby” is a highly-decorated seven-time Muay Thai World Champion and one of the most dynamic and exciting young talents in the sport today.

 

Kulabdam is aware of his opponents many strengths, and feels honored to be able to share the stage with a man he recognizes as his ‘brother’.

 

“Brother Sangmanee has a skillful fighting style with a high IQ,” said Kulabdam. “The scariest tactics of Sangmanee are his left foot and his elbows. They are very scary. I do feel somewhat worried, but I am happy to fight someone of his caliber.”

 

With both men looking for spectacular finishes, fans don’t expect this bout to last until the final bell. Kulabdam is confident he can end matters early. He trusts in his power and ability to knock Sangmanee out, if and when he connects cleanly.

 

A victory here brings him one step closer to the World Title.

 

“I am confident in the power of my punches. If I hit him, it will be enough for sure,” said Kulabdam.

 

“If I win this fight and beat brother Sangmanee, then I will have a bright future ahead of me. Maybe I will even be able to compete for the championship.”

 

ONE: NO SURRENDER III is the third iteration of the high-profile event series in Bangkok. It features a mashup of compelling Muay Thai and mixed martial arts bouts. Catch all the action on Thairath TV 32, this 21 August at 10:40pm local time.