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Nakrob Fairtex trusts patience and new power against Parham Gheirati
Published
3 weeks agoon
ONE ChampionshipOne more loss might have pushed a fan-favorite slugger out of the big show. Instead, he rebuilt himself as a patient tactician, and he believes the change has made him even more dangerous.
Nakrob Fairtex meets Parham Gheirati in a bantamweight Muay Thai bout at ONE Fight Night 48 on Prime Video on Friday, October 2. The bout airs live in U.S. primetime from Lumpinee Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand.
The 27-year-old Fairtex Training Center standout entered his last fight against Englishman Jacob Smith on a three-fight losing streak. Known for chaotic, all-out exchanges, he instead produced a calculated and restrained performance to earn the decision.
He now faces a 22-year-old Iranian who won six straight before his lone promotional loss to Rambolek Chor Ajalaboon. Gheirati returns from nearly a year out after a knockout of Tyson Harrison.
Nakrob admits the stakes of that Smith fight weighed heavily on him.
“I felt immense pressure. I was on a three-fight losing streak, so losing again would've made it really tough to stay in the big show,†Nakrob said.
“Overall, all three rounds went completely according to plan. I barely took any clean hits, while landing a ton of punches and kicks, which ultimately earned me the decision win.â€
Nakrob Fairtex feels heavier power at bantamweight
Only his second fight in the heavier division, this bout gives Nakrob a chance to show that his discipline travels. He expects Gheirati's fast, heavy hands to test that composure in close range.
Yet the move up has brought an unexpected bonus in training. The Thai says his strikes now land with a weight that surprised even him.
“While I might not throw strikes as fast in this weight class, I've gained a lot more power in return. During training, my strikes felt so much heavier that I actually surprised myself. I've never hit this hard before,†Nakrob said.
“Even with a tactical approach, my goal every time I step into the ring is to get the finish. In this weight class, I'm confident that if I land a clean shot, anyone can go down. If Parham leaves an opening, I'm ready to close the show immediately.â€
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first UFC title shot.
Evloev (20-0) is scheduled to challenge Alexander
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differed from previous training camps.
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Evloev said he increased his workload across all aspects of
training to address any potential weaknesses. He believes that
preparation will help him showcase his abilities in Saturday's main
event.
“This preparation is different just because I pushed more than
ever,†Evloev said in a pre-fight interview. “And we did more of
everything to make sure we didn't miss anything. He hasn't beaten
anyone like me. There's many things that make me special, like
unique. And I'm about to show it Saturday.â€
Evloev has long been considered a leading featherweight contender,
with Volkanovski acknowledging him as the most deserving
challenger. However, Diego Lopes
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before Evloev earned his opportunity. The Russian's lack of UFC
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though the promotion has not established it as the reason for the
delay.
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Arman Tsarukyan attacks Dillon Danis igniting near riot at RAF 14 press conference
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19 hours agoon
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Arman Tsarukyan was clarly not amused by Dillon Danis' choice of apparel at the RAF 14 press conference on Thursday.
After exchanging plenty of trash talk in a calm manner, Danis stood to show off his t-shirt when asked what he was wearing. Danis, who is never short on controversy, revealed he was wearing a customized shirt featuring Tsarukyan's teammate and friend Khamzat Chimaev.
“It says Khamzat's my bitch,†Danis responded. “And it has a picture with him without a beard.â€
A second later, Tsarukyan stood from his seat and charged at Danis looking to either silence the always outspoken grappling veteran or perhaps to take the shirt off him.
Whatever the reason, Tsarukyan's mad dash at Danis ignited a huge brawl as dozens of people charged the stage either in support of the fighters or security trying to keep them separated.
The melee nearly tore down the stage as RAF officials attempted to gain control of the situation with Danis and Tsarukyan looking for punches rather than takedowns.
When RAF officials finally gained control of the situation, the stage was cleared for the customary faceoffs but needles to say Tsarukyan and Danis did not appear again.
Tsarukyan and Danis meet in the RAF 14 main event on Friday, which kicks off at 9 p.m. ET with full coverage on MMA Fighting.
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