3 Fights To Steal The Show At ONE Fight Night 25: Nicolas Vs. Eersel II

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ONE Fight Night 25 has a massive World Title headliner at the top of the bill, but it's the hidden gems in the lineup that could truly light up the historic Lumpinee Stadium.

This Saturday, October 5 in Bangkok, Thailand, ONE Lightweight Kickboxing World Champion Alexis Nicolas defends his crown against Regian Eersel - the man he dethroned in a five-round thriller earlier this year.

Before the headliner kicks off, however, here are three fights that you can't afford to miss when the action goes down in the Thai's capital's most epic combat sports arena.

Johan Estupinan Vs. Zakaria El Jamari

Muay Thai rising star Johan Estupinan has been one of the biggest success stories of 2024. "Panda Kick" has won three-straight since making his debut in May. The 22-year-old's incredible athleticism and non-stop action fighting style has made him an instant fan favorite.

But in Zakaria El Jamari, the Colombian has the perfect dance partner for an unforgettable war. The Moroccan has also been busy since making his promotional bow during the same month as Estupinan, with his stunning won over Thongpoon PK Saenchai sandwiched between a pair of defeats.

El Jamari showed no shortage of confidence and showmanship in those fights, and he won't hesitate to meet Estupinan in the middle in what shaping up as a blink-and-you'll-miss-it spectacle.

Amy Pirnie Vs. Shir Cohen

Two of the top rising stars in the women's atomweight Muay Thai division will clash at ONE Fight Night 25. Not only are Amy Pirnie and Shir Cohen talented, they're also finishers.

Scotland's Pirnie marked her highly anticipated arrival on the global stage in thrilling style with an epic 49-second, one-punch knockout of surging Chinese star Yu Yau Pui this past August.

Cohen, hailing from the famed Fairtex Training Center, is 2-0 in her ONE tenure to date, with her sharp boxing and relentless pressure proving too much for both of her foes. Now, the next big women's atomweight Muay Thai star will step forward in a high-stakes battle this weekend.

Danial Williams Vs. Banma Duoji

A flyweight MMA banger will open proceedings on October 5. Australian former multiple-time World Title challenger Danial Williams returns to MMA, this time against another willing opponent, China's Banma Duoji.

"Mini T" has tested his mettle against elite competition in the kickboxing and Muay Thai world, having faced Rodtang Jitmuangnon, Superlek Kiatmoo9, and Jonathan Di Bella in his three-year tenure under the ONE banner.

He was also at one time ranked within the strawweight MMA top five, not only showing his ability to compete in multiple styles, but also carving out a reputation as one of the most fan-friendly fighters on the ONE roster.

Duoji is also unlikely to take a backward step. "The Prince" is a well-rounded mixed martial artist that will test Williams' skills, but he is also an ultra-aggressive stylist, making for a fitting stylistic matchup to kick off ONE Fight Night 25 in style.